Marko Jovanović, born in 1978 in Munich, is one of Germany’s most versatile and expressive harmonica players. His musical journey began at the age of 13 when his father gave him a harmonica, and his uncle introduced him to the basics of playing. Deeply impressed by the versatility and emotional expressiveness of this small instrument, he passionately dedicated himself to mastering it and made his first stage appearance at the age of 15.
Today, Marko Jovanović is internationally renowned for his multifaceted playing and stylistic range. The Berlin-based harmonica virtuoso is a HOHNER endorser, a multiple-time jury member at the World Harmonica Festival in Trossingen, and the founder of the harmonica school berlin and the international HARMONICA FEN FESTIVAL. His playing is characterized by a profound honesty and openness, transforming his music into a unique, musical embrace. With a delicate balance of presence and restraint, he captivates and touches his audience. Whether through sparkling melodies, delicate tones, or powerful sonic explosions, every note is imbued with deep musical understanding and feeling. Experiencing Marko Jovanović live reveals the intimate connection between artist and instrument, making him a distinctive and unique musician.
Furthermore, he is one of Europe’s leading harmonica educators and is passionately committed to making the fascination and expressive power of the instrument tangible while inspiring a new generation of musicians.
For Jovanović, learning, teaching, and making music are inseparably linked. His projects are aimed at exploring and passing on the full range of the harmonica’s sonic possibilities. Currently, he is primarily active with the Trio Tihai and as part of an acoustic blues duo with Stef Rosen on international stages.