Arq at The Verdict

ARQ combine richly nuanced compositions, rhythmic interplay and folk-infused melodies with skillful musicianship and a love of improvisation. ARQ play 'songs without words' and are lauded for their vibrant, communicative performances.

Winner of ‘Ensemble of the Year’ at the 2018 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and shortlisted for ‘Best Small Group’ at the 2018 British Jazz Awards, ARQ released their third album Short Stories this October 2019 on Blow The Fuse Records.

‘A celebration of life itself.’ LondonJazzNews

‘Purposeful, full-toned and melodic...a beautifully integrated band.’ The Observer ...

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ARQ combine richly nuanced compositions, rhythmic interplay and folk-infused melodies with skillful musicianship and a love of improvisation. ARQ play 'songs without words' and are lauded for their vibrant, communicative performances.

Winner of ‘Ensemble of the Year’ at the 2018 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and shortlisted for ‘Best Small Group’ at the 2018 British Jazz Awards, ARQ released their third album Short Stories this October 2019 on Blow The Fuse Records.

‘A celebration of life itself.’ LondonJazzNews

‘Purposeful, full-toned and melodic...a beautifully integrated band.’ The Observer

‘Inventive, vibrantly colourful and unfailingly melodic.’ The Jazz Mann

‘A series of vivacious musical adventures.’ BBC Music Magazine

Watch the Short Stories preview video here: https://youtu.be/tGc_dVpAY4c

Short Stories is kindly supported by Arts Council England and PRS Women Make Music

Doors @ 7pm for kitchen & bar
Performance @ 8.30pm

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