Arild Andersen with Vassilis Tsabropoulos and John Marshall

Arild Andersen is a Norwegian jazz bassist and composer, active since the 1960s, known for his lyrical playing and collaborations with international musicians.

This release, The Triangle, features pianist Vassilis Tsabropoulos and drummer John Marshall. The music is described as lyrical, Nordic-influenced jazz that blends classical training and jazz improvisation.

A single, highly positive review praises The Triangle as an album of beauty, blending classical-trained piano with Nordic jazz textures. The trio—Arild Andersen (bass), Vassilis Tsabropoulos (piano) and John Marshall (drums)—is highlighted for lyrical interplay and evocative moods. The reviewer singles out tracks like "Straight", "Pavane", "Lines", "European Triangle" and the closing "Cinderella Song".

For:Listeners of lyrical, Nordic-influenced jazz and fans of contemplative piano-bass-drums ensembles