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Maria Grapsa

Piano song, improvisation & modern jazz writing are the means that Maria portrays her musical journey. As a classically trained, explorative jazz musician, she empowers her sextet to flow free form through original compositions; steam hard in tenor jazz and intricate, emotionally-charged cinematic ballads. Maria’s Greek roots and folk, middle-East, Latin influences, meet jazz in a unique way. 


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Album Review

Maria Grapsa: Life

Read "Life" reviewed by Ian Patterson


It is surely a committed soul who pockets a master's degree in environmental engineering, only then to pursue a career in jazz. The title of Athens-born, London-based pianist and composer Maria Grapsa's debut album--and other indicators in the titles, music and cover --reflect her journey thus far, but it could just as easily stand for an affirmation of her dedication to this music. For if one thing emerges from these nine original compositions, it is Grapsa's unerring clarity of purpose. ...

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Maria Grapsa: Life

Read "Life" reviewed by Neil Duggan


Benefitting from ethnic diversity and multiculturalism, the jazz scene in the UK continues to evolve and thrive. One product of this cultural mix is Maria Grapsa. She has Greek origins but is now London-based. She has brought together a sextet featuring some of the UK's most exciting young talents for her debut album, Life. Life is a personal title. It reflects her own unusual journey to music via a master's degree in environmental engineering. The cover has a ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Life

Musical Dojo Records
2023

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