European Jazz Trio

Welcome to the Crown Jewel of Smooth Jazz: Regal, Romantic, and Daringly Refreshing

"Where timeless elegance meets soulful improvisation."

Rooted in Europe’s rich musical traditions, the European Jazz Trio reimagines iconic melodies — from classical to pop to folk — with a sound both refined and adventurous. Each arrangement is a quiet act of transformation, revealing hidden layers and unexpected beauty through improvisation and elegance.

The European Jazz Trio—pianist Marc van Roon, bassist Frans van der Hoeven, and drummer Roy Dackus—has been pushing musical boundaries since 1995. Their debut album, featuring creative jazz interpretations of Beatles songs, marked the start of their dynamic collaboration.

On each album, the trio has taken songs in every style, shape and color, and has given them a jazz interpretation. For the trio 'Jazz' means to have the freedom to combine and mix styles, melodies, sounds, rhythms and grooves to create something fresh and surprising. The European Jazz Trio pushes the envelope of jazz music by adding to it its own sound and rhythm.

News: new digital release ‘Jazz on MapleStory’

The European Jazz Trio’s latest album, Jazz on MapleStory, was released in January 2025 on all streaming platforms. This unique collection features instrumental jazz covers of iconic BMG songs from the popular South Korean game MapleStory. Recorded live at Seoul’s prestigious Lotte Concert Hall in October 2023, the album captures the trio's collaboration with the Arts Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Yuwon Kim, and organized by Stomp Music with the support of Nexon. Immerse yourself in this fusion of jazz and gaming nostalgia!

Unlock a world of musical creativity with our exclusive digital sheet music collection! From smooth jazz renditions of classical masterpieces like Swan Lake, Flower Waltz, Chopin, and Bach, to unique arrangements of MapleStory BGM and traditional Japanese songs—our arrangements offer something truly special for musicians of all styles.

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