Jesper Thilo has passed away at the age of 84 after a long illness. The musician had a long career in the jazz world, where he particularly distinguished himself as a saxophonist. Here he is seen back in 2021 at the anniversary celebration at Jazzhus Montmartre. (Archive photo). Photo: Torben Christensen/Ritzau Scanpix
Danish jazz saxophonist dies after long illness
Danish jazz musician Jesper Thilo has died at the age of 84 following a long illness. His ex-wife confirmed that he passed away peacefully yesterday afternoon. Regarded as one of Denmark’s greatest jazz musicians, Thilo’s professional career spanned over 60 years.
He studied at the Royal...
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