Jazz Mass was commissioned by Bodø Cathedral Choir and premiered to a sold-out cathedral in 2008, together with the Arctic Philharmonic and a stellar jazz ensemble.
The work features leading Norwegian jazz musicians, including Elin Rosseland, Lars Jansson, Bjørn Kjellemyr, Roger Johansen, Finn Sletten – and later Knut Riisnæs (1945–2023).
The composer pays tribute to conductor Ragnhild Strauman and Rolf Lennart Stensø for their vital support. Drawing inspiration from his studies at NTNU’s world-renowned jazz department, the work unites liturgy, jazz idioms and Rupert Brooke’s poetry.
Each performance is unique – capturing the very essence of Jazz Mass.
