Jazz vocalist Riikka Keränen and pianist Juho Valjakka present On Canvas, a concert featuring new jazz music inspired by the art and life of Reidar Särestöniemi. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Särestöniemi’s birth, the duo draws inspiration from his striking use of color and unconventional painting techniques, exploring harmonies and textures that challenge traditional jazz conventions in their new compositions. In the concert, Keränen’s warm voice, Valjakka’s refined musical language, and their captivating interplay take the audience on a journey through enchanting musical shades.
Having both released their debut albums in 2022—Riikka Keränen (A Vision of a Garden) and Juho Valjakka (Liminal Spaces)—the two artists are among the most promising rising figures in the Finnish jazz scene. In addition to leading her own ensemble, Keränen is known from groups such as Signe and Megasakki, while Valjakka has performed not only with his Juho Valjakka Trio but also with Lassy–Eskola Nordic Stew and UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra.
The concert has 40 seats available, of which 30 can be reserved online. You can sign up here.
The remaining seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis on the day of the concert.
Free admission. Welcome!
Photo: Valotus by Ama