About Us

Maarja Aarma MA is like a book you cannot put down. Their beats, sounds and melodies guide you through soulful storytelling. Together they weave an enthralling tapestry of genres, encompassing soul, neo-soul, vocal pop, and Scandinavian jazz. Take a deep breath, dive into MA’s world and let yourself be transformed.

The spotlight has shone brightly on Maarja Aarma MA’s music at the esteemed International Songwriting Competition (ISC). Single “Hazy Day” propelled them to the finals, while compositions “A Sparkle”, “Give A Little Faith” and “Don’t Throw This Heart Around” resonated deeply, securing spots in the semi-finals.

Maarja Aarma
vocals

Maarja Aarma is the driving force behind MA, showcasing not only powerful vocals but also versatile musicality. Maarja’s singer-songwriter journey started with the jazz ensemble Gretagrund (“Püsimatu hing” 2015), and her love for vocal music led her to form vocal groups Söörömöö and KVART.

Her diverse singing experience spans from classical choral to pop music, earning her the Best Singer award at the 2017 Uno Naissoo composition and interpretation competition. Beyond her solo career, Maarja is recognized as a great songwriter, creating music not only for herself but also contributing her talents to other artists in the industry.

Maarja Aarma
vocals

Maarja Aarma is the driving force behind MA, showcasing not only powerful vocals but also versatile musicality. Maarja’s singer-songwriter journey started with the jazz ensemble Gretagrund (“Püsimatu hing” 2015), and her love for vocal music led her to form vocal groups Söörömöö and KVART.

Her diverse singing experience spans from classical choral to pop music, earning her the Best Singer award at the 2017 Uno Naissoo composition and interpretation competition. Beyond her solo career, Maarja is recognized as a great songwriter, creating music not only for herself but also contributing her talents to other artists in the industry.

Madis Muul
piano & keyboards

Madis Muul is a soundscape master. As a wonderful keyboardist, pianist and an intriguing composer he has written and performed music for bands like LUUM, Madis Muul Trio, Madis Muul Hextet, Flavor, Power Play. In addition he plays in various jazz and pop groups like JT Conception, Raul Vaigla, Lenna, Sofia Rubina.

A big part of his musical experipenting is theatre. He has written music for numerous plays, including “L’estrange” and “Oidipus. Antigone” (VAT Teater). The tune “Secret Creek” from “L’estrange” won the second place at the International Songwriting Competition jazz category, and “Oidipus. Antigone” won him Estonian Theatre Award 2022 for original music and music design.

Madis Muul
piano & keyboards

Madis Muul is a soundscape master. As a wonderful keyboardist, pianist and an intriguing composer he has written and performed music for bands like LUUM, Madis Muul Trio, Madis Muul Hextet, Flavor, Power Play. In addition he plays in various jazz and pop groups like JT Conception, Raul Vaigla, Lenna, Sofia Rubina.

A big part of his musical experipenting is theatre. He has written music for numerous plays, including “L’estrange” and “Oidipus. Antigone” (VAT Teater). The tune “Secret Creek” from “L’estrange” won the second place at the International Songwriting Competition jazz category, and “Oidipus. Antigone” won him Estonian Theatre Award 2022 for original music and music design.

Janno Trump
bass 

Janno Trump is the groovy foundation of MA. One of the most notable younger generation bassist in Estonia he is primarly active on jazz music scenery, but has played and recorded albums with different pop and rock artists as well.

He has written music for smaller jazz ensembles as well as big bands. He is the leader of the jazz-funk orchestra JT Conception and the Nordic aesthetic septet Janno Trump Clarity Ensemble. In April 2017 Janno was awarded as a “Young Jazz Talent” by festival Jazzkaar.

Janno Trump
bass

Janno Trump is the groovy foundation of MA. One of the most notable younger generation bassist in Estonia he is primarly active on jazz music scenery, but has played and recorded albums with different pop and rock artists as well.

He has written music for smaller jazz ensembles as well as big bands. He is the leader of the jazz-funk orchestra JT Conception and the Nordic aesthetic septet Janno Trump Clarity Ensemble. In April 2017 Janno was awarded as a “Young Jazz Talent” by festival Jazzkaar.

Dmitri Nikolajevski
drums

Dmitri Nikolajevski is the beating heart in MA’s music. Being a versatile drummer, he has performed and recorded with different bands and countless musical projects over the years. Most notable, to mention a few, are JT Conception, Sofia Rubina, Denise Fontoura, Jam Gangsters, Xpress Quartet. Jazz, latin, Brazilian music, rock, soul, fusion – you name the genre.

Dmitri Nikolajevski
drums

Dmitri Nikolajevski is the beating heart in MA’s music. Being a versatile drummer, he has performed and recorded with different bands and countless musical projects over the years. Most notable, to mention a few, are JT Conception, Sofia Rubina, Denise Fontoura, Jam Gangsters, Xpress Quartet. Jazz, latin, Brazilian music, rock, soul, fusion – you name the genre.

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