Jeremy Rose Quartet

<p><strong>Jeremy Rose Quartet</strong></p><p>Led by ARIA Award winning saxophonist and composer Jeremy Rose, this quartet brings together some of Australia’s most compelling improvisers: pianist Steve Barry, bassist Noel Mason and drummer Alex Hirlian. The group has developed a distinctive collective voice grounded in lyrical composition, spacious improvisation and a deep sense of musical storytelling.</p><p>Their music draws from Rose’s critically acclaimed quartet albums; <em>Face to Face</em>, <em>Within and Without</em>, <em>Sand Lines</em> and <em>Chiba</em>, as well as performing selected favourite standards.</p><p>Conceived during lockdown yet speaking powerfully to the present moment, Rose’s recent album,<em> Face to Face</em> reflects a belief in the importance of real-life, face-to-face connection in an increasingly isolated world. </p><p>Forged through years of regular collaboration, the music captures the quartet at a creative high point-intimate without being inward-looking, contemporary without sacrificing emotional depth-affirming the enduring power of musicians creating together, in the room, with shared intent.</p><p><em>State-of-the-art acoustic jazz, impeccably performed, sanguine in nature, brimming with hope."</em> Rhythms Music Magazine</p><p><em>“Buoyant invention: never seeming to flag or to want for new ideas, he is that rare thing, an improvisor you want to hear more from… Jeremy Rose is one to watch on the Australian jazz scene… “</em> ★★★★ Jazzwise Magazine, UK</p><p><em>“There is much fire and interaction to be found within their readings of the pieces which are both accessible and challenging.”</em> The Music Trust</p><p></p><p></p>