Asger Thomsen is a Danish double bassist and composer based in Copenhagen, working mainly in contemporary improvised and experimental jazz. He leads the ensemble RHIZOM, which merges free improvisation with composed structures, and has also headed projects such as Litterjug and Autolysis alongside a solo double bass project. Trained at the conservatory in Esbjerg and the Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen, he has toured across Europe, Asia and the US.
The RHIZOM album, recorded live during Copenhagen Jazz Festival 2024, was released in November 2025 on the record label Gotta Let It Out.
In June 2025, Thomsen performed a series of concerts in Mexico City in duo and trio formations with, among others, saxophonist Michaela Turcerová.
At the beginning of 2025, he performed regularly in Copenhagen, including solo on double bass and in the quartet with Cardinaux, Løvdal, Egetoft and Besiakov.
European jazz improvisation led by Danish saxophone legend Jesper Zeuthen, with Czech drummer Jakub Švejnar, Danish bassist Asger Thomsen, and guest performers Mika Persdotter and Tomás Gubbins.
Asger Thomsen presents his new album RHIZOM with an ensemble blending composed structures and free improvisation at H15 Scene & Studio.