Mads Tolling is one of several musicians set to perform alongside student groups at Sitka Jazz Fest this weekend. (Photo courtesy of the artist)

Mads Tolling is one of several musicians set to perform alongside student groups at Sitka Jazz Fest this weekend. (Photo courtesy of the artist)

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Violinist Mads Tolling is in town for the Sitka Jazz Fest, which runs February 5 – 7th and features concerts with guest musicians and local jazz groups alike. Tolling grew up in Denmark and discovered jazz as a teenager. His rose to prominence with the adventurous Turtle Island String Quartet, which won two Grammy awards for Best Classical Crossover Album.

Tolling will be performing Friday at 7:30pm at the Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $25. Available at Whites Pharmacy, Old Harbor Books, from Sitka music students, and at the door. For more information, visit http://www.sitkajazzfestival.com/