Lumière Jazz Nights: Kaisa's Machine
Kaisa's Machine combines Nordic noir with New York sparkle. Award-winning jazz double bassist Kaisa Mäensivu and her band have been delivering unique compositions on prestigious stages since 2015.
Kaisa's Machine brings Kaisa Mäensivu’s musical vision to life in her own compositions. Sometimes upbeat and groovy, other times reflecting on the mysteries and tragedies of life on our planet. For Kaisa, playing the bass is a way to process it all.
Since its founding in 2015 by award-winning jazz double bassist Kaisa Mäensivu, the band has performed at prestigious venues and festivals such as Ronnie Scott's in London, the Bimhuis in Amsterdam, Smalls Jazz Club in NYC, and the Pori Jazz Festival in Finland. Their debut album In the Key of K was released in December 2017, followed by Taking Shape in July 2023.
Kaisa Mäensivu – Bass
Max Zenger – Sax
Max Light – Guitar
Eden Ladin – Piano
Joe Peri – Drums