MARQUES CARROLL

A bold performer, soulful composer and passionate educator, trumpeter Marques Carroll is dedicated to preserving the authentic culture of Jazz and spreading his holistic love of music around the world.

Marques Carroll ( @marquescarrollmusic ) captures and shares this journey with his audiences through his debut album, The Ancestors’ Call and his follow up album, Foundations. The Ancestors’ Call, a GRAMMY© considered album for 2021’s Best Jazz Album, with title tracks such as “The Ancestors’ Call Upon Us”, “Generational Response” and Beyond The Battle“, is a soulful exploration of culture and consciousness that reflects upon the African Diaspora through a balance and attention to detail encouraging its audience to feel, reflect, and celebrate. Foundations is a tribute album that pays respect to his supporters which include artists, teachers, family and friends. Foundations features two tracks, Larry Sings and Brother Payton (BAM), that are highlighted in the Chicago filmed TV show, The Bear FX (season one, episodes 4 & 8).

Marques is also an Emmy recipient for his contributions on Invisible History: Middle Florida’s Hidden Roots-2021; a documentary musically scored by good friend and bassist Jahmal Nichols that sheds light on African heritage in the state of Florida.

Marques is a co-founder of JMarq Records, and additionally leads the Trumpet Summit which boasts brass powerhouses of Chicago. Marques is also a permanent sub-member of the Count Basie Orchestra after 2+ years of membership in the prestigious ensemble.

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