‘This trio, formed during Laurie’s first year studying at the Royal Academy of Music, features London-based musicians Finn Genockey on drums and Zaki Osahn on bass. It is a vehicle for exploring material that pushes and attempts to break the limits of form, rhythm, and harmony, always seeking melodic and musical solutions. Inspired by the work of modern piano trios such as Enemy, the Micah Thomas Trio and pianists Yvonne Rodgers and Lex Korten; as well as a deep love for all that has been spoken by this instrumentation historically, the group aims for music that grows from each of these influences. Most of all, they strive for music grounded in the present and an organic improvisational conversation. Laurie’s compositional approach draws on appreciation for contemporary classical and folk music, and attempts to write improvisational forms in which all of these sonic worlds can feel at home.’

Dylan Chandler Pardo is an esteemed saxophonist, composer, and multidisciplinary creator from Barcelona, now based in London. He has excelled both professionally and academically, playing in a wide array of settings and establishing himself as a breakthrough musician.