Maria leads a quintet of young exciting musicians from the thriving UK scene and is set to release her debut studio album later this year.  Featuring Liam Brennan (alto saxophone), Matthew Kilner (tenor saxophone), Kai Chaurensy (drums), Tommy Fuller (double bass), Maria Grapsa (piano, compositions & arrangements) and special guests Emma Rawicz (tenor saxophone), Becca Wilkins (vocals) – this band is already making an impact in prestigious venues such as Pizza Express Live London, Birmingham Symphony Hall, Karamel London and Birmingham Jazz Festival; their anticipated album is being released later this year.