Nathan Surquin Quartet - Les Lundis d'Hortense

© Clothilde Billiette

The richness of the project stems from the alchemy between the musicians: Nathan Surquin (Belgium) on trombone, Wajdi Riahi (Tunisia) on piano, Federico Stocchi (Italy) on double bass, and Daniel Jonkers (the Netherlands) on drums. Each brings their own influences, musical background, and approach to improvisation, creating a coherent, deep, and distinctive sound. It is within this natural fusion — of cultures, experiences, and sensibilities — that the quartet finds its voice.
The repertoire consists mainly of compositions from the album Ambre. The pieces are inspired by different forms of encounters: those experienced while traveling, around a cup of coffee, between people from different cultures, as well as more intimate connections between two individuals. These are simple yet meaningful moments that the music seeks to translate without words. Each piece is conceived as a conversation: sometimes gentle, sometimes more intense, always rooted in collective listening.
In concert, the compositions from Ambre take on a new dimension. They stretch, transform, and leave room for the unexpected. The forms evolve, interactions renew themselves, and each performance becomes a space for exploration. The music is created in the moment, shaped by listening and interaction. Each concert is therefore a unique version of the project — a different way of bringing this music to life for the audience.