Piano song, improvisation and modern jazz writing are the means that Maria Grapsa portrays her journey through the interior. As a classically trained, explorative jazz musician, she empowers her quintet to flow free form through original compositions; steam hard in tenor jazz and intricate, emotionally-charged cinematic ballads. Each performance unites a band at the edge of unfolding discoveries and projects shapes that are round and together – as a unit they defy dynamics from pin drop knife edge solo performances from the horns to roars from the rhythm section. Maria’s Greek roots and folk, middle-East, Latin influences, all meet the jazz tradition in a unique way. A Help-Musicians-supported artist, she is already making an impact through her latest debut album ‘Life’. For this performance, she is accompanied by a stellar ensemble of Scotland's most gifted young musicians.

'The sextet’s sound is highly dynamic, moving from pin drop/knife’s edge individual spotlights & emotionally charged balladic melodies, to the untamed energy of burning saxophone solos over a roaring rhythm section.' - Women in Jazz Media

'A highly assured and engaging debut, offering an enticing and contemporary blend of cinematic, classical & middle-eastern themes. Improvisations are inventive, the arrangements are first rate and the variety on offer ensures the entertainment level is kept high.All in all, a remarkable debut.' -All About Jazz


Maria Grapsa- piano/vocals/compositions
Matthew Kilner- tenor saxophone
Michael Butcher- alto saxophone
Ali Watson - double bass
Greg Irons- drums

Doors: 730pm
Curfew: 11pm
Advance: £13
Student Advance: £8
Door: £16

Over 18 only