Lis Wessberg is among the leading trombonists in Denmark. Known for her beautiful tone and unique feeling on the instrument.

Has played with numerous of Danish top artists in jazz and pop music including Marilyn Mazur, Fredrik Lundin, Lennart Ginman, Jan Kaspersen, Claus Høxbroe, DR Bigband, Hanne Boel and many others.

For Wessberg, a good melody and a full, rich sound are the two most important elements of her performing and composing. Her trombone playing resembles a singer’s voice, filled with warmth and emotion. Her compositions are soulful and thoughtful, while her arrangements have an almost dreamy quality.

Wessberg has performed on more than 50 albums.
Lis Wessberg released her debut album, Yellow Map, October 1st 2021.

She has also toured extensively in both Denmark and abroad, often at big festivals, sharing the stage with some of biggest stars in the music firmament, like Joyce Moreno, Kid Creole & The Coconuts, Ernie Wilkins Almost Big Band feat. Randy Brecker, to name just a few.

Her career as a trombonist came about quite by chance. When she was just 8 years old, she dreamed of playing in Herlev’s local harmony orchestra. When the opportunity arose, the only instrument available was the trombone. Although the choice of instrument was random, she studied assiduously for many years with inspiring teachers, and she became skilled enough at the age of 19 to be admitted to the Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen. Wessberg completed her education in 1991 and soon began her career as a professional jazz musician.

Lis Wessberg’s influences are Miles Davis, Lee Konitz, Ben Webster, Chet Baker, Radiohead and Mark Hollis of Talk Talk.

The press Wrote

UK Vibe (2024) 

Proving that lightning can absolutely strike twice, Lis Wessberg delivers another exceptional release within a solo catalogue that we can only hope will continue to flourish as the years pass. (Twain Walking review)

All That… (2024)

Lis Wessberg is in a league of her very own. (Twain Walking review) 

Jazzda (2026) 

“In The Wake of Blue” is an album for those who seek truth in jazz rather than showmanship. It’s jazz that breathes and feels. It’s pure, green energy hidden within blue sounds.