New Jungle Orchestra is a Danish jazz ensemble founded in 1980 by guitarist and composer Pierre Dørge. The music weaves jazz together with influences from Africa, Asia and Europe, moving freely between tightly arranged passages and open improvisation. With more than 19 albums to their name, the orchestra has performed at venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Chicago Jazz Festival across more than 60 countries. Over the decades, guests have included John Tchicai, Marilyn Mazur, David Murray and Hugh Masekela.
Pierre Dørge released the album Songs for Mbizo (Johnny Lives Forever) on November 14, 2025 - a quartet recording with cornetist Kirk Knuffke as a tribute to South African bassist Johnny 'Mbizo' Dyani.
New Jungle Orchestra performed at Brønshøj Sommerjazz in July 2025 with Greenlandic singer Aviaja Lumholt as a guest.
New Jungle Orchestra performed at Engelsholm Events on February 26, 2025.
A live recording from Jazzhus Montmartre was released in 2025 on Spotify.
New Jungle Orchestra closes the season at Sommerladen with a concert spanning composed sequences and free improvisation, driven by raw rhythmic grooves.
Pierre Dørge & New Jungle Orchestra bring their distinctive jazz sound to Aalborg. A concert with one of Denmark's leading jazz figures and his orchestra.
Pierre Dørge & New Jungle Orchestra, one of Denmark's leading jazz ensembles, performs at Gnisten Ry. The orchestra blends traditions from around the world with free improvisation and intense rhythmic energy.
