Marcus Henry V is a collective of three souls who found common ground in the universal language of sound. What began as Marco Hijl’s solo exploration in 2022 became a vibrant cultural dialogue in 2025 with the addition of Jelena Popović and Peter van Aart. They are not just musicians; they are emotional alchemists, transforming diverse cultural histories into a singular, compelling narrative.

Their debut album, On the Move, is a passport to a new sonic landscape. It is a bold, borderless fusion where the deep, soulful structures of jazz meet the timeless emotional resonance of contemporary classical music, all woven through with the rhythmic pulse of electronica and the storytelling heart of folk. This is music that reflects the modern world: complex, connected, and constantly evolving.

The power of the trio lies in their radical diversity and the profound connection they forge:

Jelena Popović (Piano): The Soul of the Balkans. Born in Serbia, her playing carries the weight and expressiveness of a rich cultural history, translating deep emotion into captivating subtlety. She is the anchor of the trio's emotional depth.

Peter van Aart (Percussion): The Global Pulse. An inventive percussionist whose rhythms are a dialogue between the organic and the electronic, driving the music forward with a beat that feels both ancient and futuristic. He is the engine of their shared journey.

Marco Hijl (Saxophone/Composer): The Unifying Voice. The founder, Marco’s saxophone is the melodic thread that binds the diverse elements. It is the voice of shared humanity, singing, whispering, and weaving the melodies into a tapestry of connection.

Each performance is a shared moment of vulnerability and discovery, where the musicians challenge each other to explore the edges of their sound. Listeners don't just attend a concert; they participate in a cultural exchange, witnessing three very different personal histories find a perfect, harmonious present.