The Story of Yupika Quintet
"A breathtaking blend of modern jazz
and nu-soul vocals"
" Yupika Quintet's sound is a refreshing take on contemporary jazz" and Soulful vibes
tHIS IS THE STORY OF yupika quintet
this is a living jazz system—one in which
composition and improvisation continuously reshape one another.
their music echoes with a unique voice rooted in modern jazz, expanding naturally into rhythm-driven textures and improvisational freedom.
They are an original Contemporary Jazz project created by a group of artists whose music is reshaped and rediscovered in real time
Ivan Aleksijević, piano
Ištvan Mađarić, bass
Dušan Ivanišević, drums
Gabor Bunford, saxophone
Uroš Šećerov, percussion
Their groundbreaking style bended fixed categories into a fluid dialogue between structure and spontaneity.
Bridging the European jazz landscape and the sound of New York City, YUPIKA Quintet represents a distinct transatlantic dialogue shaped by contemporary expression, groove and sonic exploration.
Their collaboration with vocalist/ Songwriter
Ivana Kotov introduced an additional dimension to the ensemble’s sound — her layered and velvety vocal expression blended seamlessly into their instrumental fabric.
This meeting opened space for music that moves fluidly across jazz, soul and contemporary forms, while maintaining a strong and recognizable authorial identity.
This YEAR marks a significant moment — YUPIKA Quintet returns to both the regional and international stage after two decades, presenting a new project and a renewed sound through material from their new album, recorded in March.
Feat. Ivana Kotov