Armand van Wijck Quartet

A contemporary European jazz quartet of which Swedish jazz magazine OrkesterJournalen wrote: 'very atmospheric folk-jazz (...) a multi-dimensional sound (...) awakens interest in the many possibilities of the harmonica.'

A debut album got released in April 2024 on Swedish label Howling Jazz. 'Nothing to Declare' is full of mesmerising, story-telling compositions, reflecting on Armand's experiences with migration and adaptation. The album received worldwide attention and got played by big jazz radio programs all over Europe (see reviews here).

'Van Wijck has a velvety tone. His beautiful melodies and peaceful music transport you to the vastness of Scandinavia.' (...) 'The opening track (Hardangervidda) sets the tone for the entire album, with music in line with the ECM-label.' - JazzFlits (NL)

The music has its roots in modern European jazz, with influences of impressionism and Swedish and Indonesian folk music, inspired by Armand's multi-cultural heritage. The repertoire is strongly influenced by the authentic playing and Nordic sound of the Swedish musicians of his quartet, as well as by his partner, Riksspelman and violinist Magdalena Eriksson, who sometimes works with the quartet as a guest artist.

Armand van Wijck – chromatic harmonica, suling

Axel Liliedahl Nordström – piano

Björn Petersson – double bass

Johan Björklund – drums

Guest artist Magdalena Eriksson – violin, vocals