Compelled by their ambition to rediscover the archaic worlds and their contribution to civilisation, likewise by utilising an unusual combination of instruments, Elusive Aura is becoming a medium of climactic exploration. The lyricism of female voice, the expressiveness of cello and the nuanced tone of concert guitar are employed to give life to the drama, mystery and passion of the ancient myths, sculpting a sound that dances between contemporary, classical and folk.

Marithê van der Aa - Voice
Julia Bilat - Cello
Konstantine Margaritis - Composition, Orchestration, Guitar

Jonathan's passion for music reflects in many various ways: comprising the restless search for new artistic discoveries in aspects of technique, texture, concept and approach of contemporary improvised music, and a deep love for jazz and rock music, full of driving beats and colorful harmony, solid and strong. In all his work, both sides shine through to some degree, creating a hybrid, half avant-garde art, half Sex, Drugs and Rock'n'Roll. This extends as well into interdisciplinary collaborations, incorporating dance, physical theater, and performance art.

After graduating in jazz double bass at the Prins Claus Conservatorium (Groningen, NL) and the University of the Arts (Philadelphia, USA), Jonathan is currently a selected student of the European Jazz Master program. He has worked with internationally esteemed jazz greats such as Michael Moore, David Berkman, Gene Jackson, Don Braden, and many others. Jonathan is currently living and working in Copenhagen (DK), Amsterdam (NL) and Berlin (DE). (Do not ask how one can live in three different cities. Maybe living in the car would be the more appropriate description.)

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