Frøy Aagre

Frøy Aagre
Born	(1977-06-08) June 8, 1977 Tønsberg, Norway
Occupation(s)	Jazz saxophonist, composer
Known for	Expertise on tenor and soprano saxophones

Frøy Aagre (born 8 June 1977 in Tønsberg, Norway) is a Norwegian jazz saxophonist known for her expertise on tenor and soprano saxophones. Her unique sound bears the influence of prominent artists such as Dave Liebman and Wayne Shorter. Aagre pursued studies in saxophone and composition across several cities including Oslo, Birmingham, London, New York, and Buenos Aires. She was awarded the Norwegian Government scholarship for the academic year 2005/2006.

Career

Aagre’s professional journey began with the release of Katalyze in 2004, recorded with her ensemble Frøy Aagre Offbeat, comprising Andreas Ulvo, Freddy Augdal, and Roger Williamsen. This debut album attracted attention throughout Europe, facilitating invitations to perform at key festivals across Europe, North America, and India. She subsequently issued Countryside in 2006 and Cycle of Silence in 2010, both of which received critical praise. In 2005, during the Banff Jazz Workshop in Canada, she initiated a collaboration with Brisbane-based group Misinterprotato (currently known as Trichotomy), leading to international tours that included an appearance at the Wangaratta Jazz Festival in 2009.

Solo albums

With Frøy Aagre Offbeat

• 2004: Katalyze (Aim Records)
• 2006: Countryside (Aim Records)

Under Frøy Aagre

• 2010: Cycle of Silence (ACT Records)

As Frøy Aagre Electric

• 2013: Frøy Aagre Electric (momentum rec.)