Ab Baars Trio

**Ab Baars Trio** brings Dutch avant-garde jazz to life with their playful improvisations and genre-blurring energy. Centered around multi-instrumentalist Ab Baars (sax, clarinet, shakuhachi), the trio—joined by bassist Wilbert de Joode and drummer Martin van Duynhoven—has been a staple of Amsterdam’s experimental scene since the 1990s. Known for balancing raw spontaneity with subtle lyricism, their music nods to jazz traditions while diving headfirst into free-form exploration. Whether reimagining Monk tunes or crafting original works, their live shows feel like conversations between old friends—unpredictable, warm, and full of surprises. Recent releases like *Slate Blue* and *Invisible Blow* showcase their knack for turning abstract ideas into gripping sonic stories.