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Simon Berggren is a highly skilled pianist celebrated for his deep sensitivity to melody and his inventive harmonic language. As a composer, he brings a fresh voice to the romantic and contemporary jazz traditions, weaving singable themes with unexpected turns that expand the musical landscape. His works combine classical refinement with the rhythmic vitality of jazz, offering audiences a unique and captivating experience. As an improviser, Simon consistently surprises while remaining rooted in beauty, tonality, and a profound respect for sound. 

His music transcends boundaries and can be heard in various settings, often under different aliases in the solo piano genre.

"I'm never as much in the moment as when doing music - there is no room for analyzing or filtering your impulses, no place for vanity."

"Sometimes, a piece of music comes to me when away from the piano - it's already composed when I reach my instrument. Sometimes writing a piece is pure craftwork - I search harmonic landscapes until something is triggered within me."

"Sometimes, a piece of music is strong initially, but does not evoke the same emotions later. Sometimes, a piece feels dull during the making, but grows with time. I guess one has to accept that some pieces are for certain moods."