Sun-Mi Hong quintet is one of the most inventive voices in contemporary jazz, led by the acclaimed Amsterdam-based drummer and composer who just won the Paul Acket Award 2025 for her exceptional musical quality and creative vision. The quintet presents music from their brand new album, Fourth Page: Meaning of a Nest, a project that explores themes of home, community, and artistic freedom, inspired by Hong’s journey from South Korea to the Netherlands.

The album blends meticulously crafted compositions with dynamic improvisation, capturing the collective experiences and emotions of the band: Sun-Mi Hong (drums), Alistair Payne (trumpet), Nicolò Ricci (tenor saxophone), Chaerin Im (piano), and Alessandro Fongaro (bass). Praised for its poetic accents and narrative patterns, Fourth Page: Meaning of a Nest is a testament to Hong’s commitment to both structure and spontaneity, inviting listeners into a vibrant, emotionally resonant soundscape.