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Aurelius is a modern jazz trio led by bassist and composer Marcus Penrose.
The trio have been playing together since 2015, performing original compositions written by members of the band. Their first album, ‘The Process’ was released in 2018 and received international recognition. Their concert is in celebration of the release of the trio’s second album and will feature music from both recordings as well as some arrangements of the bands favourite jazz standards.
Marcus and pianist Will Butterworth have been playing music together extensively for over 20 years and have developed a trust and knowledge of each others playing which allows an instinctive, fearless approach whenever they play. Completing the trio is kindred spirit, drummer Chris Nickolls. They share a collective interest in finding beauty in many forms within the corners of their improvisation and a spirit of limitless possibility.
‘‘I think it sounds fantastic. All three are playing beautifully. Great sounds, compositions and beautiful use of space. Very happy to have heard it” - Larry Grenadier
‘‘There’s a sense that this trio are being completely true to their musical selves. It’s a beautiful album, to be listened to again and again” - London Jazz News
‘‘There is much to admire about the trio’s delicate group interplay and their absorbing compositions” - Ian Mann (The Jazz Mann)
‘‘Arrives with stillness and becalms.” **** - All About Jazz
