Rolf Zielke is a Berlin-based pianist and composer whose work defines a contemporary jazz language shaped by global grooves. Moving beyond stylistic boundaries, he connects jazz with musical traditions from Latin America and the Middle East. He has performed internationally and collaborated with leading figures of the jazz scene and major ensembles. He also teaches in Berlin and is the author of “Global Groove – A Complete Guide to Odd Meters.”

Live / Upcoming:

03.05. Berlin, Teltow, Kapelle, 17.00
‚Embrace‘
Ingo Stelzer – sax
Rolf Zielke – piano
Rolo Rodriguez – latin percussion

08.05. Schloss Agathenburg, 20.00, Hauptstraße 45, 21684 Agathenburg
‘JAZZ IM PFERDESTALL‘ – Rolf Zielke Trio
Rolf Zielke – piano
Erik Unsworth – bass
Heinrich Köbberling – drums

13.05. Berlin, JazzClub ‘Badenscher Hof’, 20.15
‘Rolf Zielke Trio’
Rolf Zielke – piano
Erik Unsworth – bass
Heinrich Köbberling – drums

15.05. Berlin, ‘Orania.Berlin’, Oranienplatz 17, 21.00
‘Orania.Grooves‘
Rolf Zielke – piano
Rolo Rodriguez –  percussion

20.05. Berlin, ‘Hat Bar’, 21.00
Rolf Zielke – piano
Erik Unsworth – bass
Heinrich Köbberling – drums