BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pop & Jazz Conservatory - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pop & Jazz Conservatory REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Helsinki BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251007T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251007T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250611T124603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T124611Z UID:6294-1759843800-1759851000@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Daytime dances @ Sellosali DESCRIPTION:The popular daytime dances in the Sellosaal heated hall are accompanied by live music. \n\nFor some time now\, the Sellosaal has been the venue for daytime dances accompanied by the bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory. \n\nDanced by Pink Dream. \n\nDoors to Sellosal will open at 13.00 \n\nDuration 2 hours\, including intermission. \n\nFree admission! \n\nPink DreamPink Dream brings a sweet breeze to dance music with nine talented musicians. We welcome new dance enthusiasts\, old hands and all those who enjoy dance music.We guarantee quality with the sweet sounds of a brass section and ringing vocal melodies! URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/daytime-dances-sellosali-2/ LOCATION:Heater in the Sellosalle\, Soittoniekanaukio 1 A\, Espoo\, 02600\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250929T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251002T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250610T120521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T071557Z UID:6279-1759165200-1759435200@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Basic Music Education Concert Week DESCRIPTION:The bands of the Basic Music Arts will fill the Arabic Hall during Concert Week! \n\nThe week will feature nearly fifty bands and ensembles from primary education. Come and experience this energy! \n\nSchedule: \n\nMonday 29.9. at 17.15: Duo Trio\, Anonymous\, Round potatoes in the field\, The Losers\, amp 34\, amp 23\, amp 30 \n\n19.15: Big Bands: delicacies for the table\, Sörkä’s box types\, zero tolerance\, BBJ 4\, PJK Big Band \n\n \n\nTuesday 30.9. at 17.15: October Stars\, Blackstar\, Fries\, Monkey Orchestra\, The Glimbas \n\n19.15: Midipizzas\, The One\, amp 15 \n\n \n\nWednesday 1.10. at 17.15: The Birds\, Sepotinius\, Pink aetherite-puterite-semiplatform-fairy\, The Ring Finger\, The lord of the muppets \n\n19.15: Emalipannu\, Must Hear\, Blue Moment\, The Chaos\, Tiejyrä\, Omppu & Saaga et le Mullisköör \n\n \n\nThursday 2.10. at 18.30: Me and Others\, Roofers\, Pizza kebab\, Kosminen Ikonen\, amp 16\, amp 39 \n\nFree admission! \n\nPlease arrive early\, as the doors to the hall will be closed when the concert starts. \n\nThe programme will be updated later. URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/basic-music-education-concert-week-2/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kopio-mallista-Perusopetuksen-konserttiviikko-Esitys.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250902T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250904T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250603T103220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T061759Z UID:6232-1756839600-1757019600@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Summer Study Concerts DESCRIPTION:The Summer Study Concerts feature compositions\, lyrics and arrangements by professional students. Come and hear what the students have been up to over the summer. \n\nTuesday 2.9. at 1 9Joonia MarttioJoel Mäntyvaara \n\nWed 3.9. at 18 pampulameri: The floor is lavaat 19:00Sleeping Birds AUQNANNAViimo \n\nThu 4.9. at 18 Pessi Lehtinen QuartetWaltteri HirvonenMysterika19:00Elli AstikainenCILIA5AM Club20:00Arua SamohtCapricious QuartetOnni Koivisto Quintet \n\nFind out more about the performers here. \n\nYou can also follow the concerts on our Youtube channel. \n\nFree admission! URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/summer-study-concerts/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kesaopintojen-paatoskonsertit-naytto-2.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250822T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250822T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250820T101940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T103626Z UID:6427-1755871200-1755874800@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Community Day Concert DESCRIPTION:The Community Day concert will see the first vocational students who started their studies this autumn take to the stage. During their first weeks of school\, they have formed ensembles that are now making their debut. There will also be surprise performers. Come and listen to the stars of the future! \n\nYou can watch the concert live on our Youtube page by clicking here. URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/community-day-concert/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Yhteisollisyyspaivan-konsertti-naytto-1920-x-1080-px-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250509T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250509T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250414T093656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T095546Z UID:5903-1746813600-1746817200@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Who could love me - mini musical DESCRIPTION:“Who could love me” can finally be seen at the Arabia Hall! \n\nEmma (Venla Malinen) and Sophie (Meri Hellsten)\, who fell for each other in high school\, meet unexpectedly in a jazz bar\, where their feelings from years ago bubble to the surface again in a whirlwind of dance. The disappointments of the past and the turbulent relationship patterns tear Emma and Sophie apart\, making the duo wonder what they really want. Will courage overcome insecurity\, and will Emma and Sophie find each other again? \n\n“Who could love me” is a mini-musical that deals with feelings of inadequacy and alienation through two main characters. The stage is accompanied by an orchestra of over 20 musicians who play well-known musical songs that tie the story together. Designed\, written and directed by students from the Helsinki Pop & Jazz Conservatory\, the work highlights themes such as discrimination\, insecurity and loneliness\, and reminds us that each of us fundamentally wishes to be loved just as we are. \n\nMeri Hellsten – vocalsVenla Malinen – vocalsOnni Koivisto – drumsSofía Kaipainen – bass and vocalsAukusti Koskinen – guitarKim Jalonen – guitarHelmi Ketola – keyboardsPessi Heiskanen – keyboards and ensembleJoel Mäntyvaara – percussionOlavi Miettinen – ensembleHanna Riikonen – ensembleAino Kallio – ensembleHanna Mikkanen – ensembleTuuli Piltonen – ensembleSiiri Toiviainen – saxophoneJenna Mikkanen – trumpetOskari Matinlassi – tromboneAnniina Tuomaala – fluteElisa Wang – violinFelix Sorainen – violinElena Rusakova – violaNicola Wilkman – celloPhoto by Hene Ketoharju \n\nFree admission! Welcome! \n\nPlease come early\, as the doors will close after the show starts. URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/who-could-love-me-mini-musical/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kuka-vois-netti.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250507T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250113T094344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T123548Z UID:6000-1746640800-1746648000@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bistro Bryk DESCRIPTION:Bistro Bryk’s atmospheric music evenings invite you to listen to the professional student ensembles of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory. Welcome! \n\nat 18 SUVIKAMIDUO \n\n19:00 The Undefeated \n\nFree admission! \n\nSUVIKAMIDUOSUVIKAMIDUO (feat Joel Järvensivu) interprets songs from pop to soul in a soulful\, joyful and sensitive way. Suvi-Tuulia Kulmala – vocals Kamilla Kujala – vocals and pianoJoel Järvensivu – cajon/percussionphoto: Suvi-Tuulia Kulmala \n\nLyömättömätBeautiful melodies\, cool rhythms\, swinging grooves; all this\, with a warm atmosphere\, is what the new band Lyömättömät has to offer. Playing the brightest gems of pop music with modern spices\, the band is guaranteed to get your feet tapping despite the stickiness of the floor. Aamu “The Rock” Kallio – vocalsTarmo “Harrison” Lattu – acoustic guitarIlmo “McCartney” Cantell – electric bassphoto by Aamu Kallio URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bistro-bryk-3/ LOCATION:Bistro Bryk\, Hämeentie 135A\, Helsinki\, 00560 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/UUSI-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bistro Bryk":MAILTO:info@bistrobryk.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250506T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250506T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T114946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T090419Z UID:5885-1746561600-1746572400@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bar Loose DESCRIPTION:The last PopJazz @ Bar Loose gig of the spring will feature a wide range of soul\, jazz\, blues\, funk and rock. Come celebrate spring with us! \n\nAt 20:00 Kilo’s squealAt 21:00 Flowers for himAt 22:00 Popjazz tesseract \n\nK18. Free entry! \n\nWelcome! \n\nKilon vinkuKilon vinku is a band of five technology students who will squeak their way into the heart of every listener! Soul\, funk\, blues and rock can be heard on stage as the guys who usually spend their evenings behind the mixer finally get to play their favourite tunes.Niilo Turkka – drumsMiro Von Konow – bassRaul Elovuori – guitarKalle Antila – guitar and vocalsDaniel Stierncreutz – keyboards \n\nFlowers for HimFlowers for Him thrives on soulful rhythm music. This bright eight-piece band brings to life catchy R&B and soul classics with both new and familiar angles. The harmonies of flute\, keyboards and guitars\, among others\, create a beautiful mood over a groovy and punchy rhythm section.They say men get the first flowers on their graves. Flowers for Him brings the bloom to you here and now\, vibrant and joyful. Aino Kallio – vocalsNanna Louhela – vocalsHelmi Ketola – keyboardsSiiri Manninen – guitarPatrik Fonsén – guitarAxel Arttio – bassJaro Väisänen – drumsAnniina Tuomaala – flutePhoto by Stadin AO \n\nPopjazz tesseractWhat happens when you combine five popjazz musicians from Helsinki with a four-dimensional hypercube? We don’t know either. But what we do know is that the Popjazz tesseract performance might clarify the matter. \n\nWe’ll be playing jazz (fusion) with a record number of notes played in ever more unpredictable rhythms that will make even the most experienced jazz diggers question their sense of hearing.Jussi Parkkonen – guitarMatti Korhonen – guitarLume Himanen – flute\, saxophoneJouko Kokko – bassOnni Koivisto – drumsPhoto: Mika Säily URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bar-loose-8/ LOCATION:Bar Loose\, Annankatu 21\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Loose-6.5.2025-netti2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250506T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250506T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250114T085450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T094616Z UID:5907-1746538200-1746545400@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Daytime dances @ Sellosali DESCRIPTION:The popular daytime dances in the Sellosaal heated hall are accompanied by live music. \n\nFor some time now\, the Sellosaal has been the venue for daytime dances accompanied by the bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory. \n\nDanced by Pink Dream. \n\nDoors to Sellosal will open at 13.00 \n\nDuration 2 hours\, including intermission. \n\nFree admission! \n\nPink DreamPink Dream brings a sweet breeze to dance music with nine talented musicians. We welcome new dance enthusiasts\, old hands and all those who enjoy dance music.We guarantee quality with the sweet sounds of a brass section and ringing vocal melodies!Hanna Riikonen – vocalsSilja Muttonen – vocalsNella Voutilainen – vocalsThomas Aura – drumsIlmo Cantell – bassMikko Pajukallio – guitarElli Astikainen – pianoWaltteri Hirvonen – saxophoneLume Himanen – crosswinds Photo by Elizabeth Krause URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/daytime-dances-sellosali-3/ LOCATION:Heater in the Sellosalle\, Soittoniekanaukio 1 A\, Espoo\, 02600\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/PAIVATANSSIT-Netti-Vaaleanpunainen-unelma-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250505T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250519T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250430T131828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T055118Z UID:5978-1746464400-1747681200@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Basic Music Education Concert Weeks DESCRIPTION:Concert weeks in primary education fill the Arabic Hall! \n\nThe concert weeks feature nearly fifty bands and ensembles from primary education. These concerts are worth coming to hear from far and wide! \n\nFree admission! \n\nMonday 5.5. at 17.15 and 19.15 At 17.15 with Kapula’s Throwers\, Minitallica\, Mainos – TV\, Mä lopetan tän työn\, Tiejyrä\, A-Molli-Pena\, Orientoitunut OmenaAt 19.15 with Big Bandit \n\nTuesday 6.5. at 17.15 and 19.15 At 17.15 with October stars\, Blackstar\, Luisevat Pavut\, Friteeratut PerunatAt 19.15 with Emalipannut\, Minipizzat\, The One\, Myrskyluodon Faijat\, TiistaiOnPikkuSunnuntai \n\nWednesday 7.5. at 17.15 and 19.15 At 17.15 with PoppiPandat\, Hac Exact\, Sepotinius\, The lord of the muppets\, Omppu et le MullisköörAt 19.15 with Youth Choir & Children’s Choir & Minit & Spring Flutes\, Must Hear\, Pink Hattaraslauklaaksikoriset\, Not quite my tempo \n\nThursday 8.5.at 18.30 with Cool Cats\, Ich ja Muut\, This group’s performance has been cancelled\, Rain Romance\, Katusoittajat\, We did it \n\nMonday 12.5. at 16.00 Pre-AMP concertPerformers: flying cows\, Sus among us\, FLSLSA MAOJIJ PECUTL\, Megafon Telefon\, Jätskipandat\, Bändisirkat\, Ilta-Ale\, Superankat \n\nMonday 12.5. at 18.00 and 19.00 Bandstand concerts \n\nMonday 19.5. at 17.30 Concert for instrumental groups in Preparatory instrument training URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/basic-music-education-concert-weeks/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kopio-mallista-Perusopetuksen-konserttiviikko-Esitys-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250429T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250429T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T121044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T115726Z UID:5738-1745955000-1745967600@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ On the Rocks DESCRIPTION:Come and spend the beginning of spring with us and listen to the bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory at On the Rocks! This time\, pop\, funk\, soul and rock covers will be served. Welcome! \n\nAt 19:30 Flower-Asetelma \n\nAt 20:30 Prince Tribute \n\nAt 21:30 Spectrum 7 \n\nK-18. Free admission! \n\nA strawberry for €3.50. \n\nKukka-AsetelmaKukka-Asetelma is a colourful pop cover band that combines well-known hits with their own unique arrangements. Five musicians – guitar\, piano\, bass\, drums and two charismatic soloists – work together to create an exciting performance with rhythms and melodies that captivate the audience.The soloists also throw in saxophone and trumpet\, adding depth and excitement to the performances. The flower arrangement gets the audience excited\, dancing\, laughing and singing along!Aino Oikarinen – vocals\, saxophoneJenna Mikkanen – vocals\, trumpetPanu Laakso – drumsSampo Järnefelt – bassElvan Deveci – guitarSiiri Ihanamäki – keyboards Photo by Tia Marchenko \n\n \n\nPrince TributePrince Tribute is a band dedicated to honouring the incredible musical legacy of musical genius Prince Rogers Nelson. Immerse yourself in a world where Prince’s spirit lives on. Our band is more than just a musical tribute; it is a journey into Prince’s enchanting universe. From the moment the lights dim and the music begins\, you will be transported to the mesmerising performances of this musical icon.With a deep love for Prince’s music and an electric stage presence\, this Prince tribute channels the purple prince himself and offers the ultimate Prince experience.Emil Pasanen – GuitarAku Keinonen – Vocals\, GuitarFelicia Wadenström – BassSaku Nikkanen – KeyboardsAntton Koski – Drums \n\n \n\nSpectrum 7Spectrum 7 is a seven-piece band with a lot of energy! As a speciality\, the band has a cross-over and a baroque traverso that take the songs to a whole new level. Come and enjoy the wonderland of rock\, funk and soul\, you don’t want to miss this!Emmi Kettunen – vocalsTuuli Piltonen – vocalsDaniel Gamache – guitarJere Pelkonen – guitarTobias Huczkowski – bassViimo Luukkainen – drumsJanine Siewert – flute Photo by Aino Kallio URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-on-the-rocks-5/ LOCATION:On the Rocks\, Mikonkatu 15\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Naytot-8netti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250424T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250424T210000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T121757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T092410Z UID:5878-1745521200-1745528400@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Malmitalo DESCRIPTION:Music performed by the Pop & Jazz Conservatory’s professional students will be heard in the main hall of the Malmitalo. Two great and large ensembles will take turns. These concerts are not to be missed! \n\nScheduleat 19.00 Who could love me – mini-musicalat 20.00 Nella sings Ella \n\nWho could love me – mini musicalEmma (Venla Malinen) and Sophie (Meri Hellsten)\, who fell in love in high school\, meet unexpectedly in a jazz bar\, where their feelings from years ago bubble to the surface again. The disappointments of the past and the turbulent relationship patterns tear Emma and Sophie apart\, making the duo wonder what they really want. Will courage overcome insecurity\, and will Emma and Sophie find each other again? “Who could love me” is a mini-musical that deals with feelings of inadequacy and alienation through two main characters. The stage is accompanied by an orchestra of over 20 musicians who play well-known musical songs that tie the story together. Designed\, written and directed by students from the Helsinki Pop&Jazz Conservatory\, the work highlights themes such as discrimination\, insecurity and loneliness\, and reminds us that each of us fundamentally hopes to be loved just as we are. Meri Hellsten – vocalsVenla Malinen – vocalsOnni Koivisto – drumsSofía Kaipainen – bass and vocalsAukusti Koskinen – guitarKim Jalonen – guitarHelmi Ketola – keyboardsPessi Heiskanen – keyboards and ensembleJoel Mäntyvaara – percussionOlavi Miettinen – ensembleHanna Riikonen – ensembleAino Kallio – ensembleHanna Mikkanen – ensembleTuuli Piltonen – ensembleSiiri Toiviainen – saxophoneJenna Mikkanen – trumpetVeera Aliska – tromboneAnniina Tuomaala – fluteElisa Wang – violinFelix Sorainen – violinElena Rusakova – violaNicola Wilkman – celloPhoto by Hene Ketoharju \n\nNella sings Ella‘Nella sings Ella’ is a tribute concert to the legendary jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald.Ella’s incredible interpretation\, versatility\, improvisation\, and gentleness in her work touched\, and still touches hearts to this day.‘I often talk about how lucky I am that Ella is one of my biggest idols. She is a singer I can look up to with happiness and pride in every way\, and I couldn’t ask for a better role model.’ – NellaThis concert is a tribute both to Ella Fitzgerald’s unforgettable musical legacy and to her heartfelt and unique personality.Nella Voutilainen – VocalsElvis Rahka – PianoOlavi Miettinen – BassJerry Uusi-Mikkola – GuitarTimo Tihtonen – DrumsJoel Mäntyvaara – PercussionLume Himanen – Flute / Tenor SaxBongsu Jeong – Alto SaxJoonia Marttio – Tenor SaxWaltteri Hirvonen – Baritone SaxRebecca Ekman – TrumpetVeera Aliska – TrombonePessi Heiskanen – VocalsPhoto: nellller \n\nFree access \n\nThe programme will be updated later. URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-malmitalo-3/ LOCATION:Malmitalo\, Lower Malmi Market 1\, Helsinki\, 00700 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/malmitalonetti-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250423T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250113T071918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T121243Z UID:5932-1745431200-1745438400@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bistro Bryk DESCRIPTION:Bistro Bryk’s 3rd birthday is full of celebrations. The evening’s musical offerings will be provided by the Pop & Jazz Conservatory’s student ensembles. Come celebrate and have fun with us! \n\n18:00 Slaybells vocal ensemble \n\nat 18.50 DAJ \n\nat 19.50 Saimi and Saku \n\nFree entry\, welcome! \n\nThe SlaybellsThe Slaybells bring fresh singing to spring! You’ll hear a cappella versions of well-known classics and newer hits. The group is made up of professional vocal students from the Pop & Jazz Conservatory.Singers:Aino KallioEmmi KettunenAurora KonttinenIris KovalainenKamilla KujalaJenna MikkanenAino OikarinenNuppu OinasTuuli PiltonenSaimi RätyKia SavolainenMinttu Tenhovirta \n\nDAJDAJ (päivä pohjoisfriisissä) is a group of three musicians from different cultural backgrounds: Finnish\, British and German. We play a wide variety of genres from different cultures\, including Irish jigs\, Latin-inspired RnB\, Japanese and Nordic folk music\, and video game music; there’s a lot to listen to and something for everyone. We stand out from other bands with our unique line-up of two flutes and electric bass\, creating a completely unique soundscape unlike any other. Welcome to experience it!Daniel Boswell – Electric BassAnniina Tuomaala – FluteJanine Siewert – Flute\, Electric BassPhoto by Janine Siewert \n\nSaimi and SakuSaimi and Saku is a nuanced piano and vocal duo whose atmospheric arrangements bring familiar songs to life.Saimi Räty – vocalsSaku Nikkanen – piano URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bistro-bryk-2/ LOCATION:Bistro Bryk\, Hämeentie 135A\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/PopJazz-@-Bistro-Bryk-telkku-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250415T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250415T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T114135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T054031Z UID:5850-1744747200-1744758000@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bar Loose DESCRIPTION:The bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory get the best party of the week going. \n\n20:00 Groove MF21:00 Rapgod is not man22:00 Main act of the evening \n\nK18. Free entry! \n\nGroove MFIt doesn’t matter where you come from\, or where you go. When Groove MF starts playing\, its hot rhythms will have you on the dance floor. From all over Finland\, musicians from different genres met each other at the Pop & Jazz Conservatory\, creating this grooving and irresistible seven-piece band. With their energetic and captivating style\, Groove MF promises to get everyone out of their seats and on top of the atmosphere\, because this is the real sound of Groove MF.Iris Kovalainen – VocalsJoonia Marttio – BassTotti Autio – DrumsEemeli Ylä-Anttila – SaxAamu Kallio – Pipes and backing vocalsAukusti Koskinen – GuitarJoel Mäntyvaara – PercussionPhoto by Otso Thomson \n\nRapgod is not a manA tribute to feminine energy. A tribute to those perspectives that need a stronger voice. And especially a tribute to everything but men. \n\nRapgod is not a man serves up liver rap from Ms. Lauryn Hill to Megan Thee Stallion to Sini Sabotage.rap/vocals – Silja MuttonenBackground vocals – Hanna Riikonen\, Nella Voutilainen and Suvi KulmalaDrums/rap – Oskari OjajärviPercussion – Santeri SaariBass – Olavi MiettinenGuitar – Matti KorhonenKeyboards – Elli AstikainenPhoto: Jaana Muttonen \n\nThe evening’s headliner“The headliner” is a party band of eight Pop & Jazz Conservatoire students\, performing the latest pop hits as well as timeless party classics. Each member brings their own personality to the band and the best of team spirit\, which is never lacking on stage. The songs have been carefully chosen and the band is on fire\, so come and join us for a great night of partying.Tuuli Piltonen – vocalsIris Kovalainen – vocalsAino Kallio – vocalsSiiri Ihanamäki – keyboardsTarmo Lattu – guitarTeemu Majuri – bass/percussion/background vocalsDaniel Boswell – bass/percussion/background vocalsLassi Seppälä – drumsPhoto by Siiri Ihanamäki URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bar-loose-7/ LOCATION:Bar Loose\, Annankatu 21\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Loose-netti-15.4.2025netti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250409T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250409T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250110T133514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T124330Z UID:5865-1744225200-1744228800@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bistro Bryk DESCRIPTION:The spring will also be kicked off with a joint evening at Bistro Bryk and the Pop & Jazz Conservatory. \n\n18:00 DAJ (CANCELLED!) \n\nAt 19 Eero Saunamäki’s band \n\nDAJDAJ (päivä pohjoisfriisissä) is a group of three musicians from different cultural backgrounds: Finnish\, British and German. We play a wide variety of genres from different cultures\, including Irish jigs\, Latin-inspired RnB\, Japanese and Nordic folk music\, and video game music; there’s a lot to listen to and something for everyone. We stand out from other bands with our unique line-up of two flutes and electric bass\, creating a completely unique soundscape unlike any other. Welcome to experience it!Daniel Boswell – Electric BassAnniina Tuomaala – FluteJanine Siewert – Flute\, Electric BassPhoto by Janine Siewert \n\nEero Saunamäki’s ensembleAn ensemble of top Finnish musicians\, whose musicians are also familiar from the Linnaeus Festival. The experienced line-up has its own unique sound and sparkling energy on stage! The band’s versatile soloist Eero Saunamäki captivates with his bright stage charisma and takes the audience to the atmosphere and memories of the 1990s.Eero Saunamäki\, vocals and wind instrumentsPete Nikkinen\, keyboardsMiika Jämsä\, sousaphoneOskari Auramo\, percussion \n\nFree admission! URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bistro-bryk/ LOCATION:Bistro Bryk\, Hämeentie 135A\, Helsinki\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Nettinetti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250407T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250407T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T120811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T100608Z UID:5731-1744054200-1744066800@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ On the Rocks DESCRIPTION:Come and spend the beginning of spring with us and listen to the bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory at On the Rocks! This time\, the evening will feature music across a wide range of genres\, from jazz to prog. Welcome! \n\nAt 19:30 Ratamo \n\nAt 20:30 SyncedUp! \n\n21:30 Moving Pictures – A Tribute to Rush \n\nK-18. Free admission! \n\nA strawberry for €3.50. \n\nRatamoWe are Ratamo. The music we play could be described as jazz\, funk\, soul\, folk\, whatever you can find on the list\, -inspired popular music that is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of the listener. At our gigs\, you’ll experience diverse and eccentric arrangements and a range of moods that are sure to leave no one disappointed. Kia Savolainen – VocalsVilppu Lokki – DrumsTeemu Majuri – BassTarmo Lattu – GuitarSiiri Ihanamäki – KeyboardsMatias Kontula – Electric violin Photo by Siiri Ihanamäki \n\nSyncedUp!The rhythmically energetic SyncedUp! consists of seven unique students from the Pop & Jazz Conservatory\, drawing inspiration from the worlds of pop\, rock and funk. The evening will feature a song of each musician’s choice\, allowing them to showcase their best skills. Come and experience the last show of SyncedUp!Aurora Konttinen – vocalsMinttu Tenhovirta – vocalsAamu Kallio – keyboards & backing vocalsAukusti Koskinen – guitarDaniel Boswell – bassJoel Mäntyvaara – percussionLassi Seppälä – drumsJoel Mäntyvaara – percussion Joel Mäntyvaara – percussion \n\nPhoto by Lassi Seppälä \n\nMoving Pictures – A Tribute to RushMoving Pictures – A Tribute to Rush brings Rush music from different eras to the stage\, especially from the prog album Moving Pictures. The five-piece prog band\, offers both a finely honed sound and an energetic live performance that brings Rush’s best moments to the audience. If you love Rush’s memorable guitar riffs and complex rhythms\, this is the show for you!Thomas Aura – DrumsJussi Parkkonen – GuitarOlavi Miettinen – BassSaku Nikkanen – KeyboardsElizabeth Krause – Vocals Photo by Nella Voutilainen URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-on-the-rocks-4/ LOCATION:On the Rocks\, Mikonkatu 15\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/rocksnetti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250401T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250401T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T120445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T084740Z UID:5727-1743535800-1743548400@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ On the Rocks DESCRIPTION:Come and spend the beginning of spring with us and listen to the bands of the Pop & Jazz Conservatory at On the Rocks! There will be virtuoso playing and musical delights. See you at On the Rocks! \n\nAt 19:30 Just Good Experience \n\nAt 20:30 The Breaking News \n\n21:30 Queens of the Stone Age tribute: Regular Johns \n\nK-18. Free admission! \n\nA strawberry for €3.50. \n\nThe Pure Good ExperienceThe Pure Good Experience is a 12-piece musical phenomenon that combines highly honed talent\, uncompromising energy and a social message. The band’s music is multi-dimensional\, combining novel flow patterns\, complex multi-rhythms and captivating melodies\, fusing technical virtuosity and emotionally evocative storytelling in a way that arrests and captivates the listener. This band is not just music – it’s a movement\, an experience and a window into the soul of an ordinary suburb in the Capital Region.Santeri Saari – drums + spdxJuuso Palsio – bassMatti Korhonen – gtrElvis Rahka – keysLume Himanen – fluteBongsu Jeong – saxHugo Haukkamaa – trumpetMichael Bogdanov – lead vocSilja muttonen – b vocNella Voutilainen – b vocHanna Riikonen – b voc \n\nPhoto by Mikko Manskinen \n\nThe Breaking NewsThe Breaking News brings the blues hits to you! Hear everything from Texas secrets to British classics. Come experience big emotions\, delicate solos\, good vibes and captivating music!Tuuli Piltonen – vocalsJesse Paunonen – GuitarSampo Järnefelt – BassSiiri Ihanamäki – Keyboardsguest vocalistsAino Kallio – VocalsNanna Louhela – VocalsEmmi Kettunen – Vocals Photo by Santeri Horst \n\nQueens of the Stone Age tribute: regular johnsRegular Johns play some of Queens of the Stone Age’s greatest songs\, rock and roll!Oscar Vogt – vocals\, guitarJoonas Tikka – guitarAnni Palojärvi – bass\, vocalsViimo Luukkainen – drumsPhoto: Suvi Halinen URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-on-the-rocks-3/ LOCATION:On the Rocks\, Mikonkatu 15\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Naytot-ti-1.4.2025-2netti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250331T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250430T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250116T083157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T123322Z UID:5835-1743435000-1746039600@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Instrumental matinees in basic music education DESCRIPTION:The instrumental matinees in basic music education are starting! \n\nThe instrumental matinees will feature music almost every day for a month. The concerts will take place in Soiva’s 2nd floor lobby\, in the restaurant Luova and in the classrooms. \n\nFansMon 31.3. – Wed 2.4. at 16 and 17.30 2nd floor lobby\, at 19 CreativeThu 3.4. at 16 and 17.30 2nd floor lobbyFri 4.4. at 16 Creative \n\nSinging \n\nMa 7.4. at 16.30 and 18 CreativeTue 8.4. – Wed 9.4. at 17 Creative \n\nDrums\, mallet instruments and percussion \n\nMa 7.4. at 16 and 16.45 2nd floor lobby (mallets)Tue 8.4. at 17.30\, 18.30 and 19.30 AS228 (drums)Wed 9.4. at 18.45 and 19.30 AS228 (drums)Thu 10.4. at 16.30 2nd floor lobby (percussion)at 17.30 AS228 (drums) \n\nBass \n\nMon 14.4. – Wed 16.4. at 15.30 and 17.30 2nd floor lobbyThu 17.4. at 16.30 2nd floor lobby \n\nGuitar \n\nTue 22.4. at 16.45 and 18.00 2nd floor lobbyWed 23.4. at 16\, 17.30 and 18.30 2nd floor lobbyThu 24.4. at 17.30 and 18.30 2nd floor lobbyFri 25.4. at 16 2nd floor lobby Fri 25.4. at 16 2nd floor lobby \n\nPiano \n\nTue 29.4. – Wed 30.4. at 17 Creative \n\nFree admission! URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/instrumental-matinees-in-basic-music-education/ LOCATION:Pop & Jazz Conservatory\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/MatineaNettikuva.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250317T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250328T203000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250205T123743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T075534Z UID:5544-1742234400-1743193800@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Pop & Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Pop & Jazz Fest is coming again! Over the two weeks\, our amazing vocational students will take to the stage in the Arabic Hall with their ensembles\, the technology students will work with technology and the producers will create a diamond atmosphere! Our partner Stadin AO will also be there. The biggest student festival of the year is not to be missed. Come and join the energetic Pop & Jazz Fest! \n\nFree admission! \n\nCheck out the Fest performers at this link! \n\nYou can also follow the concerts on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@PopJazzKonservatoriolive. \n\nSchedule: \n\nMon 17.3. at 18 Tribute to Steely Dan and at 19 TOTO-tribute \n\nTue 18.3. at 18 A Night in Arabia Sextet and at 19 Who could love me – mini musical (Cancelled!) \n\nWed 19.3. at 18:00 Comfort songs: long live the Finnish Indie! and at 19:00 NLO – The Nordic Latin Orchestra \n\nThu 20.3. at 18 Soul for Sale and at 19 Images And Words Plays: Dream Theater \n\nFri 21.3. at 18:00 TOOTIME plays the 1975 and at 19:00 Our 21st Century Orchestrated – A Tribute To RAYE \n\nMon 24.3. at 18:00 Concert of composers and arrangers: the Popjazz-Tesseract plays Lume Himanen and 5 feat. Rap Bitches and at 19 in Diegesis \n\nTue 25.3. at 18 Pop & Jazz Showcase: Whale Painter\, Just Good Experience\, pampulameri\, ÄmbÖ\, CILIA\, Kokoloko and INES. For more information on the performers\, please see the handout behind the link. \n\nWed 26.3. at 18:00 Songwriters’ showcase: helmi marleena\, Minttu <2\, Lilja Lundén\, ANNA HAVE\, fairy\, EMI\, Margarita and wilmai. For more information on the performers in the songwriters’ showcase\, see the handout behind the link. \n\nThu 27.3. at 18 Popjazz tesseract and at 19 Rapgod is not a man \n\nFri 28.3. at 18 Nella Sings Ella and at 19 Flash Of Neon URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/pop-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Netti-7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250311T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250311T230000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250109T113456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T140813Z UID:5448-1741723200-1741734000@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:PopJazz @ Bar Loose DESCRIPTION:In March\, Bar Loose will once again explode with the power of music. The evening will be full of African-American rhythms\, party tunes and jazz. Come and be surprised! \n\n20:00 NLO – The Nordic Latin Orchestra 21:00 Hot Staff22:00 Nubya’s 4our \n\nK18. Free entry! \n\nNLO – The Nordic Latin OrchestraNLO – The Nordic Latin Orchestra interprets and performs the gems of Latin and African-American music with an indulgent attitude. Playfulness\, rhythmicity and interaction are at the heart of the music performed by the NLO. The orchestra brings its groovy sound to your soul!Kamilla Kujala – vocalsSiiri Toiviainen – saxophoneJerry Uusi-Mikkola – guitarMargit Urantowka – pianoOlavi Miettinen – bassEmilio Montaguti Jones – drumsJoel Mäntyvaara – percussion \n\nHot StaffParty band Hot Staff opens the door to a “staff only” party – you don’t want to miss this!Emmi Kettunen – vocalsAino Oikarinen – vocalsElli Astikainen – keyboardsAukusti Koskinen – guitarSofía Kaipainen – bass & synabassEmilio Jones – drums \n\nNubya’s 4ourNubya’s 4our is a tribute to London saxophonist-composer Nubya Garcia. Garcia’s music is modern jazz with influences from Latin American music\, dub\, R&B and more. Nubya’s 4our interprets Garcia’s music with respect to the original sound\, but in their own style.Siiri Toiviainen – saxophoneRebecca Ekman – trumpetPessi Lehtinen – keyboardsJoel Wikström – bassOnni Koivisto – drumsPhoto: students of Stadin AO URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/popjazz-bar-loose-6/ LOCATION:Bar Loose\, Annankatu 21\, Helsinki\, 00100 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Loose-11.3.2025-netti.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250303T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T071003 CREATED:20250114T134115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T124144Z UID:5337-1741021200-1741291200@popjazz.fi SUMMARY:Basic Music Education Concert Week DESCRIPTION:Primary Education Concert Week is filling up the Arabiasali! These concerts are worth coming to hear from afar! \n\n\n\nMonday 3.3. at 17.15 and 19.15At 17.15 with Oriented Apple\, A-Molli-Pena\, Mä lopetan tän työn\, TiejyräAt 19.15 with Big Bands \n\n\n\nTuesday 4 March at 17.15 and 19.15At 17.15 with BlackstarAt 19.15 with The One \n\n\n\nWednesday 5 March at 17.15 and 19.15At 17.15 with Sepotinius\, Hac ExactAt 19.15 with Choirs\, Red Doors\, Pink Piano \n\n\n\nThursday 6.3. at 18.30Performers: me and others \n\n\n\nWelcome! \n\n\n\nFree admission! \n\n\n\nPerformer information will be updated closer to the concerts. URL:https://popjazz.fi/en/event/basic-music-education-concert-week/ LOCATION:Arabiasali\, Muotoilijankatu 1 B\, Helsinki\, 00560\, Finland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://popjazz.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Perusopetuksen-konserttiviikko-nettiEsitys-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pop &%3B Jazz Conservatory":MAILTO:info@popjazz.fi END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR