AGUS Collective is an independent collective of jazz musicians based in Rome (Italy), with a truly remarkable journey.

For over a decade, this group of exceptional musicians has committed to one core principle: uncompromising musicalquality. Rejecting any shortcuts, they decided to take matters into their own hands, organizing weekly concerts completely independently. This collaborative approach allowed them to cultivate their individual talents within a shared musical vision.

Today, the collective is incredibly active and versatile. They regularly host renowned soloists, create original scores for silent films, and develop insightful projects exploring key figures and movements in contemporary and recent musical history.

What's truly impressive is that every aspect, from artistic direction to logistical planning, is managed collectively, reflecting their deep commitment to shared responsibility.

It's hard to imagine a musician more perfectly aligned with the Agus Collective's ethos than Jorge Rossy. His approach to music —and perhaps even life itself—mirrors the collective's guiding principles: sharing, active listening, and complete dedication.

Rossy's music is a marvel: sophisticated and complex, yet wonderfully accesible and communicative. The arrangements by Mario Raja, along with the contributions fromall the"Agusians," seamlessly blend with Jorge's artistic vision, creating atruly cohesive and captivating sound.

—Pietro Tonolo (From the inside liner notes of "Hope", FSRCD 5154)