Maria Grapsa

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 ensemble 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 music is a captivating blend of her Greek heritage, Middle Eastern, folk, Latin influences, and the timeless jazz tradition. A multi-award-winning artist, she has already been making an impact with her debut album, LIFE: “A highly assured and engaging debut, from a composer and bandleader who is clearly going places. Enticing and contemporary blend of cinematic, classical & middle-eastern themes. All in all, a remarkable debut”. (All About Jazz).

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