Sean Haefeli

Sean Haefeli is an innovative pianist-vocalist, lyricist-composer, distinctively modern and yet, traditionally skilled. He represents a new breed, schooled in jazz, soul and hip-hop, able to execute with an emcee’s sense of flow, a singer’s melodic sensibilities, and a jazz pianist’s deft improvisations.

Born in Indianapolis, Sean studied piano from a young age, later branching out as a vocalist. His musical training led him to Chicago, where he delved into the city’s expansive artistic landscape, performing on the spoken-word, hip-hop and jazz scenes. He went on to produce and release three albums while based in Chicago, each taking the listener on an eclectic and personal journey.

An adventurous spirit, after visiting Berlin, Sean became captivated by the city and spontaneously decided to move. Since, he has performed across Europe, been recognized by international tastemakers, and distinguished himself through a diverse range of collaborations.

With his fifth album, Flying Broken Form, Sean continues his sound exploration, coloring the work with synths, powerful background vocals, poetic lyricism, and evocative harmonies. Bridging the gap between the classic and cutting-edge, commanding a compositional flare complimented by a distinctive skill set, Sean inhabits a space all his own.

A Montreux Jazz Artists Foundation Night with the support of The United States Mission to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva.