Peter Vuust

Peter Vuust is a remarkable figure who uniquely combines the worlds of music and science. He is a top-tier jazz bassist and composer, known for leading the Peter Vuust Quartet with a portfolio of acclaimed albums, including recent releases like *Homage* and *New Views*. As a musician, he has collaborated with international jazz greats such as Lars Jansson, Tim Hagans, and John Abercrombie, and his work has earned nominations and prizes, like the 2014 Danish Music Award nomination for his album *September Song*.

Beyond his musical achievements, Peter Vuust is a distinguished neuroscientist specializing in the study of music and the brain. He leads the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Music in the Brain and holds professorships at the Danish Royal Academy of Music and Aarhus University. His research employs cutting-edge brain imaging techniques to explore how music affects neural processing, emotion, language, and neuroplasticity. With over 150 scientific papers, he is a pioneer in this field, bridging his artistic passion and scientific expertise to deepen our understanding of music's impact on humans.

Genres

Vocal Jazz

Experimental

Ambient

Classical

Jazz

Contemporary Jazz

Fusion Music

Neoclassical

Post-bop

Progressive Jazz

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Latest Release

Homage

Peter Vuust

Album - 14 Tracks - Released April 24, 2025