PIRTTIJOKI is guaranteed to deliver a yearning passion, bursting energy and iron-clad professionalism. The band, which has been performing since the beginning of 2026, was founded by Jonna Pirttijoki . She was chosen as Accordion Artist of the Year in 2025 and this year she also reached the final of the Tangomarkkinat singing competition.
Dance stages have attracted this expressive artist more and more every year. The idea of his own dance music band has now matured into reality. So, may we introduce – this is PIRTTIJOKI!
Guitarist Ilkka Kivimäki has a diverse background in various musical styles. This melodic player has worked as a full-time musician, especially in the field of dance music, but his experience also includes pop, rock and jazz music.
Drummer Jussi Lahtinen has performed with numerous pop artists and as a studio musician, ranging from classical music to pop and rock. He is also active in salsa and jazz bands, among others.
Saija Hostikka works as a double and electric bassist with mastery in many musical genres, from folk music to indie pop and traditional dance music. Saija releases her own music under the name HOSTIKKA.
Jonna Pirttijoki is the band's lead singer. Of course, her beloved accordion also plays a big part, and she can sometimes be found behind the keyboards. Jonna's heart is in tango, but she works in a wide range of music, from art music to pop.
All musicians work on music, playing, teaching and creating new things. Singing power can be found in the entire band! When putting together this dream combo, these top musicians have been found in slightly different places: one was found on a train, another in a Brazilian music band together and the third at a May Day party! Maybe along the way we will find out who is from what…
This creates an absolutely danceable ensemble, combining the rhythm of Latin music, the cadence of fiddle music, and almost anything else that can fit along the way. The end result is emotional, entertaining, breath-taking, and fierce!
