Oslo Swing Jazz Festival – Skinner Swing Five

The musicians in this band, led by pianist David Skinner, are among Oslo’s very best swing jazz musicians. They share a common goal: to swing so hard that no one in the room can sit still. But great swing music is about contrast, and this is where the band really shines. The group offers outstanding soloists, almost telepathic communication and a wide dynamic range. The music ranges from subtle, playful swing to high-energy virtuosity, with all kinds of rhythmic twists and musical humor along the way.