Jarno Varsted is a Danish blues and folk musician whose primary instrument is the harmonica. Born and raised in Denmark, he has been based in Berlin for many years and has toured internationally for over two decades, both as a solo artist and fronting his own bands, Straight From The Harp and Rumspringa. His music is rooted in blues and folk tradition but shaped by an experimental, uncompromising approach. He is also a member of the Danish rock band The Sandmen and is an endorsed player for German harmonica maker Seydel.
Jarno Varsted is announced for a trio concert with Leif Sylvester and H.P. Lange at Musikhuset Dexter on April 2, 2027.
Varsted and H.P. Lange performed with Leif Sylvester at the Copenhagen Jazz Festival at Arbejdermuseet in June 2026.
Varsted played with Leif Sylvester and H.P. Lange at 28 Live Bar in Roskilde on November 15, 2025.
The Sandmen, of which Varsted is a permanent member, played anniversary concerts in Aarhus and Copenhagen in November 2025 in connection with the band's 40th anniversary.
The solo album The Sting was released on March 25, 2020 - recorded exclusively with harmonica and vocals and produced by Jens Hein at Osram Huset in Copenhagen.
Three Danish musicians perform together as a trio for the first time at Kulturhuset i Arden.
Three musicians perform classic songs from 'Sylvester og Svalerne' and their own repertoire in an intimate folk music concert.
Three experienced musicians perform together, showcasing decades of collaboration and dedication to Danish folk traditions.
Three Danish artists perform together for the first time in trio format, featuring the long-standing musical partnership of H.P. Lange and Jarno Varsted.
