Jasper Høiby’s trio 3Elements stands as one of Europe’s most compelling contemporary piano trios. ‘Conversations of Hope’ is the third album launch of the series, released on Edition Records featuring Naima Acuña on drums and Xavi Torres on piano. This is a chance to witness the band working at full intensity, playing a unique and intimate concert in the round.

Jasper Høiby’s trio 3Elements stands as one of Europe’s most compelling contemporary piano trios. His new album Conversations of Hope, to be released on Edition Records in March 2026, featuring Naima Acuña on drums and Xavi Torres on piano, captures a band working at full intensity.

The sound is physical and fast-moving, built on strong melodic ideas, shifting time signatures and a shared instinct for when to push and when to leave space. Acuña’s driving, detailed drumming and Torres’ clear, harmonically rich piano language meet Høiby’s bass-led writing in music that feels urgent, open and deeply connected.

Høiby first emerged internationally as the founder of Phronesis, the influential trio formed in 2005 that reshaped expectations of the piano trio through a balance of structure, risk and collective momentum. Across a decade of touring and acclaimed releases, Phronesis established Høiby as a composer and bandleader with a strong sense of form and narrative.

That experience feeds directly into 3Elements, alongside his work with Planet B and Fellow Creatures, as he continues to develop projects centred on interaction, energy and forward-thinking ensemble writing.

This event lasts for approximately 110 minutes including an interval.

Edition Records and Kings Place present a thrilling new series, as part of Edition’s associateship with Kings Place, featuring the exceptional talent from Edition’s acclaimed artist roster. This partnership embodies a spirit of deep collaboration and bold creativity – creating live experiences that push the boundaries of jazz and showcasing the creativity, skill, and vision of some of the genre’s most exciting artists.

Jasper Høiby

Copenhagen-born bassist Jasper Høiby created the trio Phronesis in 2005. The group quickly gained recognition for their fresh and dynamic approach to jazz, blending intricate compositions with spontaneous improvisation. Their music transcends genres, combining elements of contemporary jazz, European folk, and various world music influences. With Høiby’s bass playing at the forefront, Phronesis has released a string of highly acclaimed albums and toured extensively around the globe, captivating audiences with their energetic performances.

As a composer and bandleader, Høiby’s works exhibit a rich harmonic palette and a profound sense of melody. His compositions have been featured not only as part of Phronesis’ discography but also in collaborations with other prominent musicians and ensembles.

Høiby’s music reflects a deep exploration of emotions and the human experience, often delivering powerful narratives through his sonic creations. Høiby is currently active with his electro-acoustic project Planet B, Fellow Creatures, a six piece large ensemble and 3Elements, his new piano trio.

Høiby has and continues to perform and record with a number of original artists, including Tigran Hamasyan, Mark Guiliana, Django Bates, Dave Okumu, ESKA, Shai Maestro, Jeff Ballard, Jason Lindner, SHABAKA, Miquel Zenón, Louis Cole, Julian Joseph, Dave Okumu, Julian Arguelles, Marc O’Reilly, Ana Silvera, Kurt Elling, Teis Semey, Kit Downes, Xavi Torres, Sun Mi Hong, Wolfgang Muthspiel, Pascal Schumaker, Gwilym Simcock, Antonio Loureiro, Tom Arthurs, Mark Lockheart, Liam Noble, Jef Neve, Julia Biel, Seb Rochford, Kairos 4tet, Makaya McCraven, Ben Lamar Gay and Richard Spaven. He has appeared at jazz clubs, concert halls and festivals across the world and in 2012 won the Copenhagen Jazz Festival’s ‘Young Spirit Award’ alongside honorary award winners Jack DeJohnette and Palle Mikkelborg.

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Reviews

‘The brilliant bass player, Jasper Høiby, outstanding music.’ Gilles Peterson

‘3 Elements” thus offers an uncompromising and robust sound palette, which recalls the groove of
Phronesis while being distinguished by the richness of the charismatic and unique sound of Høiby’s bass.’ Radio France

‘Mesmerising interplay blends perfectly with virtuosic soloing, the three disparate elements combining
seamlessly to become the greater whole.’ UK VIBE ★★★★

‘The intricate, information-dense linear arrangements and tightly plotted rhythm tracks that characterised Phronesis are here relaxed so that the music is allowed to flow and breathe.’ Editor’s Choice, JAZZWISE ★★★★