Born in Oslo, Norway April 2nd 1990, Felix Peikli was introduced to music through the local marching band at the age of eight (8). After discovering his love and passion for music, as well as rapidly developing skills on the instrument, Felix received a Benny Goodman recording by his grandfather. Felix first appeared at the jam session at Oslo Jazzfestival in 2002, in the presence of Jazz greats such as Joe Lovano.
He was invited back the next day as an official festival artist to perform at the Grand Hotel the Mirror Hall. Felix participated and won multiple contests, such as AOM (local), OM (state), NM (national), UKM (national), and received numerous distinctions, rewards, and prizes. Felix attended the renowned Barratt Dues Classical Institute of Norway and studied classical music with Fredrik Fors (from 2004 – 2008). In 2005 Felix won the National Dream Prize on national television, a distinction that kick-started his early career. As a result, Felix began performing...View Full Biography
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