Det Kongelige Teater - Gamle Scene

Kongens Nytorv 9, Copenhagen K

Fri 16 October 2026, 8 p.m..



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Rock/Pop

Jethro Tull

Not just a band - they're a musical institution. Since they first took to the stage in small clubs in southern England in 1968, Ian Anderson and his changing team of virtuoso musicians have redefined what rock music can be.

Starting from the blues, Tull's sound quickly became something quite unique: a fusion of rock, folk, jazz and classical elements, with Anderson's charismatic presence and flute playing as the band's unforgettable hallmarks.

The band's debut album This Was from 1968 laid the foundation, but it was with the sequels Stand Up (1969), Benefit (1970) and especially Aqualung (1971) that Jethro Tull broke through internationally.The following year, Thick As A Brick was released, a concept album disguised as a single long, continuous song that cemented Tull's status as pioneers of progressive rock.

In the 1970s, Jethro Tull became one of the world's biggest live attractions, sharing the stage with the likes of Led Zeppelin, Elton John and the Rolling Stones.This was remarkable for a band whose musical experimentation and sophisticated expression were far removed from the pop and rock norms of the time. Yet it was precisely this uncompromising approach that made Tull unique - and beloved by millions.

With more than 30 albums and over 60 million copies sold, Jethro Tull has left an indelible mark on music history.They have played more than 3,000 concerts in 40 countries, and for more than 55 years, Ian Anderson has continued the tradition of bringing Tull's music to both new and old generations of fans.

Today, in 2026, Jethro Tull consists of Ian Anderson (flute, vocals, acoustic guitar), Jack Clark (guitar, vocals), Scott Hammond (drums), John O'Hara (keyboards, vocals) and David Goodier (bass, vocals)Together they deliver concerts that combine nostalgia with renewal - a journey through five decades of musical development.The repertoire ranges from early blues numbers to the great classics such as Locomotive Breath and Living In The Past, to new works such as the critically acclaimed album The Zealot Gene from 2022.

Ian Anderson, the man who brought the flute into rock music, remains unrivaled as the instrument's ambassador to popular music.His playing and charisma on stage are still the driving force of Jethro Tull, and with a mix of virtuosity, humor and stage power, he keeps the band's legacy alive.

Jethro Tull are not just the past - they are the present and the future. With their ability to thrill audiences across generations, they continue to prove that good music has no expiration date.Whether you have followed them since the 1960s or have just discovered their universe, the experience is the same: a journey into a musical landscape that constantly surprises and inspires.

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