“On 'Symmetry of Diving' Vanja Kevresan has presented a masterful and idiosyncratic collection of original compositions all performed on solo guitar. His rhythm and technique are absolutely astounding, and I feel it’s not long before more ears figure out just what they have been missing..." - Jonathan Kreisberg

 

"One of the most accomplished jazz guitarists of today's European jazz scene." - Ministry of Culture and Science, Nordrhein, Westhafen/
Germany, Jazz Domicil Dortmund Press.
 

"One of the most creative minds of the Berlin jazz scene" - Ministry of Culture and Science, Nordrhein, Westhafen/Germany, Jazz Domicil Dortmund Press.

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​Vanja Kevresan is Berlin-based guitarist, composer, and educator known for his distinctive solo guitar approach, rhythm language, and open-form improvisation. 

 

His work blends contemporary jazz, experimental structures, groove-based improvisation, and layered guitar texture into highly personal language.

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He studied jazz guitar at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz and has been teaching Jazz Guitar at the FMU Belgrade Music University since 2012.

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As a leader, co-leader, and sideman, and regular soloist with the East West European Jazz Orchestra, he has collaborated with internationally acclaimed artists including David Binney, Reggie Washington, Greg Smith, Karl Ratzer, Stjepko Gut, Miles Griffith, 

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Alongside concerts and international collaborations, he regularly presents masterclasses and workshops across Europe.

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Main projects include Space Tigers Berlin and Trip Tones.