The ACF DC proudly presents HAEZZ, an Austrian trio that redefines the boundaries of contemporary jazz. With stunning virtuosity and remarkable musical synergy, Tobias Vedovelli (bass), Štěpán Flagar (saxophone) and Martin Eberle (trumpet) create a soundscape that is both intimate and electrifying.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Martin Eberle | Trumpet
Štěpán Flagar | Saxophone
Tobias Vedovelli | Bass
Would it be possible to speak of a new all-star trio of Austrian Jazz? The maturity and compactness of the compositions brought to life by HAEZZ (NASOM 2025/2026) evoke the image of seasoned, veteran musicians who know exactly what they are doing and are devoid of any demonstrative attitude. Their music blends polyphonic Cool-Jazz ideas with complex rhythmic finesse and allusions to Central European melody. The stupendous virtuosity shines through again and again, serving as a means for this purely acoustic, handmade jazz. Tobias Vedovelli, Štěpán Flagar and Martin Eberle create music that combines sensuosity with creativity. It is the kind of music that touches the heart and stimulates the mind. A wondrous pleasure to listen to.
2x Austrian Jazz Prize 2024 Nominee
1x German Jazz Prize 2025 Nominee
ABOUT NASOM
The New Austrian Sound of Music – in short NASOM – is a biannual sponsorship program by the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs (BMEIA) promoting emerging Austrian and Austria-based musicians performing abroad.
The aim of NASOM is to offer support for international performances of promising young talents with the help of a global network of embassies, cultural forums and consulates over a period of two years. A further objective of NASOM is to draw more attention to the fact that Austrian music – beyond the traditional – is as vibrant, modern and culturally diverse as ever.
Every two years, the young artists accepted for this program are selected in cooperation with the organization mica – music austria and an expert commission. Participants of the sponsorship program are chosen from the genres classical, jazz, global, contemporary and pop/electronic music.
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