Jasper Blom, a revered figure in the Netherlands’ jazz scene, presents ‘Polyphony 3,’ the latest installment in his acclaimed Polyphony cycle. With a versatile quartet featuring guitarist Jesse van Ruller, bassist Frans van der Hoeven, and drummer Martijn Vink, Blom welcomes guest pianist Pablo Held and collaborators Ben van Gelder and Joris Roelofs on select tracks. Drawing inspiration from post-tonal tone-clock theory, Blom’s intelligent compositions create an absorbing and free-flowing musical journey. ‘Polyphony 3’ showcases the tight-knit quartet’s remarkable interplay and highlights Blom’s distinctive voice, documenting the ongoing evolution of his esteemed career.
