{"id":6767,"date":"2025-10-09T11:04:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T08:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/popjazz.fi\/pop-jazz-soi-performers\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T10:28:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T08:28:15","slug":"pop-jazz-soi-performers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/popjazz.fi\/en\/pop-jazz-soi-performers\/","title":{"rendered":"Pop & Jazz Soi! -performers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Monday 27.10. at 19 Countercurrent <\/strong> – A joint production by the Ballet School and the Pop & Jazz Conservatory<\/p>\n\n

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Balance<\/strong>Dancers: Linda Leskinen and Vilho Er\u00e4vesiMusician: Matias KontulaThe human mind is a battlefield – light and dark entwine within the same motion, pulling in opposite directions, each seeking control. But when both voices are allowed to speak, movement finds peace, and the mind its balance. <\/p>\n\n

Looking beyond the surface<\/strong>Performers: Lyyti Pasanen and Ruut S\u00e4rkij\u00e4rviIn the work we describe the contrasts between introvert and extrovert. Discussing the theme of the choreography, we realized the differences between our personalities and formed a creative work. In both song and dance you can find nuances of both personality types and reflect on how you find yourself in them. <\/p>\n\n

Pressure<\/strong>Authors: Wilda Pannula, Gabriel Milad,Lauri Usmi<\/em> Pressure is about a ghostly creature tormented by a painful voice inside its head, and a guitarist whose playing silences it for a moment.<\/em><\/p>\n\n

Duel! Let’s dance <\/strong>Performers: <\/strong>Teresa Savolainen, Helmi Kokkinen, Joonas “Jone” SaharinenThe performance begins with a confrontation, the dancers competing against each other – each wanting to be better than the other. Friction and competition create energy, but gradually understanding and reconciliation emerge. Eventually, everyone finds a common rhythm. The dance becomes a shared celebration of joy and jazz! <\/p>\n\n

Somewhere under cover<\/strong>Performers: Jasmin Heiskanen, Hilla Kiuru“Somewhere under cover” is an ambient work that reflects the emotional scale of the dancer and the landscape of the space. The song and the very reduced piano accompaniment create a world where the character of the story is lost somewhere. Will he find his way to where the others are or will he be missed?<\/p>\n\n

The Winner<\/strong>Music: Helmi NaattiChoreography and dance by Joanna Salmenius and Veronika Kirt“An outrageous sabotage attempt ignites a flame of hatred between two young ballet dancers. The work, surging with emotions of the past and present, traverses the twists and turns of betrayal, longing and friendship. As the story unfolds, the duel takes more twists and turns. Who will ultimately win?” <\/p>\n\n

Respiro<\/strong>Vocals\/piano: Ellen HellbergDancers: Lotta Bergman and Iita Hietikko“Respiro” or breathing is a work that moves from slow and calming breathing towards accelerating hyperventilation. It explores the states of the body and mind through breathing. Breathing acts as both rhythm and content in the work, bringing out the sensitivity of presence. <\/p>\n\n

Tuesday 28.10. at 18:00 <\/strong>Vocational education teachers’ concert: freestyle wrestling, Backbond and Jazzhawks<\/p>\n\n

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BACKBONE – <\/strong>roots’n’roll!Backbone is a tireless roots music harvester from Helsinki, Finland, dating back more than 20 years. The band’s line-up of longtime musicians and Pop & Jazz Conservatory alumni performs the music of vocal soloist Juki V\u00e4lipakka, whose influences are as deep in swamp blues, rock’a’billy as they are in more traditional country music. The bubble-scented men will get the vee-bags going and get even the most puritanical listener’s haystack spinning and tapping their feet to the beat!Juki V\u00e4lipakka – vocals & guitarKustaa Kantelinen – guitar & backing vocalsAntti Saukko – bass & backing vocalsJarkko Salonvaara – drums <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jazzhaukat<\/strong>Jazzhaukat is an ensemble of teachers from the Pop & Jazz Conservatory, which traditionally plays new music by its members.Janne Murto – saxophoneKeijo Pennanen – guitarJyrki Alanen – pianoIiro Kautto – bassMika S\u00e4ily – drums<\/p>\n\n

Vapaapaini<\/strong>Vapaapaini is a band of teachers from the Pop & Jazz Conservatory of Vocational Education, playing soul and rock classics.Tiia Marja Phillips – vocalsMari Multanen – vocalsPetteri Hietam\u00e4ki – saxophoneRaila Kulokari – saxophoneKristian Wahlstr\u00f6m – guitarVili It\u00e4pelto – keyboardsIiro Kautto – bassMika S\u00e4ily – drums<\/p>\n\n

Tuesday 28.10. at 19 Hard Guys<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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The Hard Guys<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are Hard, Guys! Our band is not lacking in energy, volume, and hard hitting. We are a five-piece rock band made up of students from the Pop & Jazz Conservatory. We specialize in both progressive and progressive rock music, as well as grunge metal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re feeling like you need more rock and roll in your life, then look no further than Hard Guys! Our music is sure to get stuck necks moving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are not your average student band. We invest in our sound, and we do our job without cutting any corners. We make sure that we bring the energy to the stage that a real rock band needs. We’re no slackers! IT’S GOING! STAY HARD! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joni Ketola – GuitarLenni Kiuru – VocalsMyrsky Innanen – GuitarVoima Tiainen – DrumsMatti Ker\u00e4nen – Bass<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Asta Virtanen<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday 29.10. at 18:00 <\/strong> Hot paws<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Hot paws<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kuumat K\u00e4p\u00e4l\u00e4t is a hip-shaking band that plays funk, fusion and sometimes a bit of rock. The repertoire includes old classics and contemporary wonders, as well as songs released in between. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The band skulks a lot of instrumentals, but to keep the rhythm section from getting too lonely, some of the show involves a singer to fill in the frequencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otso Thomson – DrumsIssiaka Dembele: – PercussionJuuso Parjanen – BassTomi Kokkonen – Keyboards and pianoNiko Ahvenisto – GuitarIlta Attila – Saxophone and fluteJosias Myllyaho – SaxophoneEllen Hellberg – Vocals<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Otso Thomson<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wednesday 29.10. at 19:00 <\/strong> Lake P\u00e4ij\u00e4nne<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Lake P\u00e4ij\u00e4nne<\/p>\n\n\n\n

P\u00e4ij\u00e4nne is a Helsinki based band with 8 members, 0 Emma nominations and 100% dedication. P\u00e4ij\u00e4nne plays everything from pop to light rock and groovy funk in their own style, standing out from the crowd with their carefully honed brass arrangements. Come while tickets are still available! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emmi H\u00e4nninen – VocalsOlivia Sir\u00e9n – Vocals and celloJaakko Ojakangas – Alto saxophone and keyboardsEelis Vihermaa – Tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone and fluteMatias \u00d6rn – Guitar and backing vocalsRoland Oriander – Guitar and backing vocalsMikke Repo – DrumsLeo Schrader – Bass and backing vocals<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Otso Thomson<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday 30.10. at 18:00 <\/strong> The Rodgerson<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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The Rodgerson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Rodgerson is a soft rock, indie and soul band made up of six first year students from the Pop Jazz Conservatory. The band is characterised by an emotional interpretation and dreamlike worlds to colour their songs. The floating and gentle arrangements also include tight grooves and hard hitting beats, so you won’t be left cold either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hear and feel, The Rodgerson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jasmin Heiskanen – vocalsKatri Kauppinen – vocalsHelmi Naatti – guitarJoonas Saharinen – drumsAurora Eskelin – bassIiris Hurttia – keyboard\/piano\/syna<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Vesa Makkonen<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday 30.10. at 19 <\/strong> Chipfunks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Chipfunks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chipfunks, a funky soul band with a catchy groove, rhythm and soulful vocals that will sweep you away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The band’s sound combines the gentleness of soul and the 70s with the groove of more modern funk in a contemporary world. The Chipfunks guarantee that you’ll feel the energy, joy and free funky vibe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minttu Rosberg – VocalsAlbertta Lepp\u00e4niemi – VocalsKasper Miettunen – BassSimon Wadenstr\u00f6m – DrumsLucas Nolan – Guitar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Otso Thomson<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Friday 31.10. at 18:00 <\/strong> Provisional period<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Provisional period<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Has your day been busy and hectic? Now it’s time to enjoy the Temporary Offers. Let us create an intermission-length journey into the world of soulful kasari pop and soul. With the power of six spirits, we’ll make your heart flutter and your feet shake with our interpretation. Behind the music-filled break: The Interlude. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onni Pennanen – GuitarAbel S\u00e4ily – Guitar and vocalsRuut S\u00e4rkij\u00e4rvi – VocalsEero S\u00e4rk\u00e4m\u00f6 – DrumsMaiju R\u00e4is\u00e4nen – KeyboardsOskari Turunen – Bass<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Nuutti Ollikka<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Friday 31.10. at 19 Coffee break <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Coffee break<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The coffee break is not just about playing background music for tea breaks. This nine-piece band is powered by caffeine, and the energy it gives them is guaranteed to infect the audience. The members of the band share a love of jazz, and its influences can be heard in their repertoire. Welcome to groove with Kahvitauo! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ellen Hellberg – VocalsMatilda Paju – VocalsOscar Kullstr\u00f6m – SaxJosias Myllyaho – SaxLauri Usmi – GuitarPinja Leinonen – PianoPessi Lehtinen – VibraphoneOskari Lepp\u00e4nen – BassAalto Koskela – Drums<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo by Emmi H\u00e4nninen<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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