Pierre Dørge

Pierre Dørge is a Danish avant-garde jazz guitarist, bandleader, and composer, born on February 28, 1946, in Copenhagen. Renowned for his innovative and eclectic approach to music, Dørge is best known as the leader of the New Jungle Orchestra, a band he formed in 1980. The ensemble, which was appointed the Danish National Ensemble from 1993 to 1996, blends traditional and modern jazz with influences from African and Asian music, creating a vibrant and sophisticated sound that is both accessible and groundbreaking. Dørge's work spans genres such as free jazz and Ethiopian jazz, showcasing his prolific and wide-ranging contributions to the Danish and global jazz scenes. His compositions and performances are celebrated for their rhythmic vitality and exotic hues, making him a standout figure in contemporary jazz.