Listen to Jan Johansson – Visa från Rättvik (03.38 min) on spotify.
Visa från Rättvik can be found on the album Jazz på svenska
More about Jan Johansson
Jan Johansson (1931-1968) was a Swedish jazz pianist and composer known for his innovative approach to blending traditional Swedish folk music with jazz. Born in Söderhamn, Sweden, Johansson began his musical career playing in dance bands before delving into jazz. He gained international recognition with his 1964 album 'Jazz på svenska' (Jazz in Swedish), which featured jazz interpretations of Swedish folk songs. Johansson's unique style and groundbreaking fusion of genres continue to influence musicians to this day. Tragically, his life was cut short in a car accident at the age of 37, but his legacy lives on through his timeless recordings.
Music video with Jan Johansson
Jan Johansson – Visa från Rättvik (Official Audio)