Florian Egli is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer with a strong foundation in jazz and an openness to a wide range of musical influences. As a saxophonist and bassist, he performs internationally with diverse ensembles—from experimental jazz groups to indie-pop bands and genre-blending collaborations. His musical voice is defined by curiosity, sonic depth, and a keen sense for dynamics and form.
As a bandleader, Egli continually brings new and distinctive projects to life, including several award-winning formations such as Weird Beard. Under the solo moniker Michael Benedikt, he explores his creative vision in the studio, crafting soundscapes that reflect his personal aesthetic and production approach.
Beyond his artistic work, Egli is actively involved in shaping and supporting the Swiss music scene. He co-founded the jazz newsletter Jazztripp, served as a board member at the Moods Jazz Club, and helps foster community and visibility for local musicians through his ongoing commitment to JazzBaragge.
Florian Egli lives and works in Zurich.
Discography (Selection)
• Michael Benedikt – We All Belong to Someone (Chilled Zebra)
• Michael Benedikt – No Pressure at All (Chilled Zebra)
• URSINA – When I Let Go (Radicalis)
• Weird Beard – Vertigo (Intuition / Schott)
• Weird Beard – Orientation (Intakt Records)
• Weird Beard – Everything Moves (Intakt Records)
• Weird Beard – Away (Unit Records)
• The Murder Of Amus Ames – Murderish Good Music (Unit Records)
• Lucerne Jazz Orchestra – Still Now (Unit Records)
• Raphael Jost – Moose Days (Enja)
Selected Concert Highlights
• Cape Town Jazz Festival (ZA)
• Jazzfestival Bern (CH)
• Moon&Stars Locarno (CH)
• Willisau Jazz Festival (CH)
• Open Air Monte Carasso (CH)
• Goethe Garten Festival, Lisbon (PT)
• Intakt Festival @ Vortex, London (UK)
• Heitere Open Air, Zofingen (CH)
• Festa do Jazz, Lisbon (PT)
• Swiss Nights @ Jazzahead! (DE)
• BeJazz Winterfestival (CH)
• focsani blues festival (ROU)
• ...and many more.
As a bandleader, Egli continually brings new and distinctive projects to life, including several award-winning formations such as Weird Beard. Under the solo moniker Michael Benedikt, he explores his creative vision in the studio, crafting soundscapes that reflect his personal aesthetic and production approach.
Beyond his artistic work, Egli is actively involved in shaping and supporting the Swiss music scene. He co-founded the jazz newsletter Jazztripp, served as a board member at the Moods Jazz Club, and helps foster community and visibility for local musicians through his ongoing commitment to JazzBaragge.
Florian Egli lives and works in Zurich.
Discography (Selection)
• Michael Benedikt – We All Belong to Someone (Chilled Zebra)
• Michael Benedikt – No Pressure at All (Chilled Zebra)
• URSINA – When I Let Go (Radicalis)
• Weird Beard – Vertigo (Intuition / Schott)
• Weird Beard – Orientation (Intakt Records)
• Weird Beard – Everything Moves (Intakt Records)
• Weird Beard – Away (Unit Records)
• The Murder Of Amus Ames – Murderish Good Music (Unit Records)
• Lucerne Jazz Orchestra – Still Now (Unit Records)
• Raphael Jost – Moose Days (Enja)
Selected Concert Highlights
• Cape Town Jazz Festival (ZA)
• Jazzfestival Bern (CH)
• Moon&Stars Locarno (CH)
• Willisau Jazz Festival (CH)
• Open Air Monte Carasso (CH)
• Goethe Garten Festival, Lisbon (PT)
• Intakt Festival @ Vortex, London (UK)
• Heitere Open Air, Zofingen (CH)
• Festa do Jazz, Lisbon (PT)
• Swiss Nights @ Jazzahead! (DE)
• BeJazz Winterfestival (CH)
• focsani blues festival (ROU)
• ...and many more.
