Anna-Lena Laurin, vocals, piano, composer
Anders Bergcrantz, trumpet
Rolf Nilsson, guitar
Lennart Gruvstedt, drums
Mattias Svensson, bass

Anna-Lena Laurin is quickly becoming a widely known name among jazz and classical enthusiasts alike. An accomplished vocalist, pianist and composer, reviews of her albums have been overwhelming with words like: “…ingenious…”, “…Anna-Lena is the first find of the year…”, and “...an adroit and original composer and arranger…”. Not only has she impressed her colleagues and press in the jazz field, but also with her crossover composition for two trumpets, rhythm and chorus – Colours, she has made waves in the Classical world as well.

“If this CD does not put Anna-Lena Laurin s name in capital letter on the map, I don t know what could. Her personal combination of the feeling of jazz and Latin American music is remarkable. Her music is heart-warming, attractive and yet challenging; it touches your body and soul…”

That which distinguishes the Anna-Lena Laurin Quintet from other groups is the intimate singing style of Anna-Lena Laurin. She sings often wordless together with trumpet or guitar as another instrument, which creates a new “spectrum of sound”. Another trademark of this quintet is the influence of Brazilian music mixed with jazz.