How do you navigate the British jazz scene in 2026? Which venues and key figures define the scene right now? How do you best establish the right connections?

As part of the Sounds of Denmark in London project, three selected participants went on a tailored study trip in November 2025. The trip was curated by London-based Danish bassist and composer Jasper Høiby and British manager and Sounds of Denmark festival coordinator Sue Edwards, providing unique insights into the British jazz scene and industry.

We have invited the participants to share their key takeaways and concrete experiences in a webinar on Monday the 26th of January. You will meet manager Peter Bek, manager Ceyda Yasar, and musician Christian Holm-Svendsen. Jazz Danmark’s Director Eva Frost will moderate the webinar, and study trip co-host Jasper Høiby will also participate.

The webinar will cover:

• Practical advice for musicians and industry professionals looking to bring their projects to London.
• The biggest differences between working in Denmark and the UK.
• Insights into current movements and trends in London.

The webinar is open to everyone, whether you work professionally in music or simply wish to learn more about the British jazz scene. There will be an opportunity to ask questions of the participants.

Meet the participants

Peter Bek draws on extensive experience in the music industry. Since 1993, he has run a 360-degree company handling management, label, and booking duties for artists such as Johanna Linnea Jakobsson and Marie Mørck.

Ceyda Yasar has a background in Music Management and experience with acts like Phlake and Oh Land. Today, she runs her own agency, Takin’ Space, Makin’ Space Agency, representing artists such as Astrid Engberg and School of X.

Christian Holm-Svendsen is a saxophonist and composer who has, among other things, lived and played in New York for two years. He is currently out with his debut album Totem and works today within both Danish and international music environments.

Jasper Høiby led the study trip to London. He is a Danish bassist and composer based in London who has garnered international acclaim with the trio Phronesis. He is currently active with the projects Planet B, Fellow Creatures, and 3Elements.

Eva Frost, Director of Jazz Danmark, will moderate the webinar.

Registration  

The webinar will be held on Monday, January 26th, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM.

Please register by Sunday, January 25th using the form. You will receive a link shortly before the webinar begins.

Register here

Top picture features 3Elements at Pizza Express 2025. Photo: Monika S. Jakubowska