Jakob Bänsch, Trumpet | Niklas Roever, Piano | Jakob Obleser, Bass | Leo Asal, Drums
The Jakob Bänsch Quartet is led by German trumpeter and composer Jakob Bänsch, one of the most promising young voices in contemporary jazz. The group blends modern jazz with influences from classical music and film soundtracks, creating music that is expressive, atmospheric, and story-driven.
The quartet features pianist Niklas Roever, bassist Jakob Obleser, and drummer Leo Asal. As a close and well-rehearsed band, they combine clear compositions with open improvisation, focusing on sound, mood, and musical connection rather than pure virtuosity.
All the Others – Latest Release
All the Others is Jakob Bänsch’s second album as a bandleader and follows his acclaimed debut Opening. The album is written as a musical suite and is inspired by fictional characters from films, books, and TV series. Through these characters, Bänsch reflects on themes such as identity, change, courage, and our relationship with nature.
The music brings together jazz, classical influences, and cinematic elements. References to composers like Ravel and Messiaen meet modern jazz traditions, while film inspirations such as Spirited Away and Avatar shape the album’s emotional and visual feel.
Carefully written sections alternate with free improvisation, highlighting the strong bond within the quartet. With All the Others, Jakob Bänsch presents music that is thoughtful, emotional, and accessible—using jazz as a way to tell stories and connect imagination with real life.
Jakob Bänsch has achieved a remarkable debut, musically situated right within the tradition of artfully modern jazz, yet independent of its usual mythic pretensions.
