Monday 09.03.2026 klo 19.00
Rica Bar (Kristiinankatu 5b, ) | Free entrance

Kristiina Valdman Quartet is a group of young and talented jazz musicians from Estonia and Finland. The ensemble’s repertoire consists of the singer’s original compositions as well as music inspired by the traditional jazz repertoire. Vocalist Kristiina Valdman met her virtuoso colleagues while studying at the Sibelius Academy’s Jazz Department in Helsinki. Since then, they have worked together to create soundscapes in which each musician’s personal expression and musical vision blend seamlessly into a unified whole. In the quartet, Valdman is accompanied by Hector Lepe on guitar, Tuomo Purhonen on bass, and Kasper Halttunen on drums.

Kristiina Valdman – vocals Hector Lepe – guitar Tuomo Purhonen – bass Kasper Halttunen – drums

At Monday Jazz Happening, the evening’s band always performs the first set starting at 7:00 PM, followed by jam sessions where music students, hobbyists, and jazz professionals come together.

Monday Jazz Happening is produced by the Turku Conservatory and Jazz City Turku Association in collaboration with Rica Bar. During the 2025–2026 academic year, Monday Jazz Happening celebrates its 20th anniversary! Free admission. Welcome to listen and make music!