Sat 1st STEVE WATERMAN with Special Guest REX RICHARDSON-trumpet

Steve is without doubt one of the most respected Jazz trumpet players on the scene today. A vastly experienced musician his fluent and melodic playing has been heard with the likes of Carla Bley, Andy Sheppard, Mal Waldron and our own Robin Jones. In addition to his performing he is also highly respected as an educator, teaching at both Trinity College and the Royal Acadamy, as well as being the author of an impressive Jazz trumpet tutor. Tonight he will be featuring the terrific US based trumpeter Rex Richardson. Rex is a world renowned performer and one of that rare breed of musicians who are equally at home with Jazz or Classical music. His jazz credentials include work with the iconic Jazz saxophonist Joe Henderson, as well as Ray Charles, Kurt Elling, Aretha Franklin, Dave Holland, Bill Watrous, Gerald Wilson and countless others. As a classical musician he has worked as a featured soloist with symphony orchestras around the world and has appeared at conferences and jazz festivals on four continents. He has given recitals and masterclasses at the Xinghai Conservatory in China, the University of Melbourne and the Sydney Conservatory in Australia, the University of Thessaloniki, the Royal Northern College of Music, the Eastman School of Music and Northwestern University. He is the professor of trumpet and jazz trumpet at Virginia Commonwealth University, holds degrees in anthropology and music from Northwestern University and Louisiana State University and has served on the faculties of Loyola University, Columbia College Chicago, and Delgado Community College as well as visiting professor at Ithaca College. The music the quintet plays is a mix of Jazz standards and originals and is just great!

“Steve Waterman....a delight to hear…possessing a beautiful sound” Crescendo magazine
“Rex Richardson is a phenomenal player..” Style Weekly


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SUN 2nd AN EVENING WITH PETER CHURCHILL with special guest BOBBY WELLINS-sax

Pete is highly regarded as both performer, writer arranger and teacher, playing jazz standards in the classic piano trio style, as well as being a marvellous vocalist. In addition to his singing Pete is also a terrific raconteur, making this a wonderfully interesting as well as a hugely musically enjoyable gig. Pete will play tunes from his latest CD, on 33 Records, “The Bad and the Beautiful” which features the superb playing of one of the county’s finest melodic saxophonists, Bobby Wellins who will also be featured on the gig tonight.

“Churchill has a warm, rough-edged, lived-in voice which brings added resonance to the lyrics…” All About Jazz


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Mon 3rd HAYLEY SANDERSON

is a terrific singer who performs an impressive mix of Jazz, R&B and originals with a deft ease. A highly experienced performer she includes work with the likes of Gloria Gaynor and the New Inspirational Gospel Choir, with whom she sang the lead vocal on ‘Down to the River’ that appeared on the album with Mica Paris and Jocelyn Brown. An impressive amount of studio and “bv” work along with tours such as “Strictly Come Dancing” (don’t laugh, it’s a fantastic band) combined with regular appearances at Ronnie Scott’s Club have earmarked this talented young vocalist as someone to definitely watch out for.  A really fine singer and well worth catching.

http://www.myspace.com/hayleysanderson


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Tues 4th TIM WHITEHEAD'S "BIG JAM"

Since the mid-seventies Tim has worked with just about every major UK modern jazz performer and is considered to be one of the most consistent and inventive sax players around. His set is a mix of classic jazz standards and what he likes to term “new standards” such as Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On”, with some of his wonderful originals thrown in. Showing dedication beyond the call of duty, Tim has also volunteered to host a “jam session” with impromptu guest musicians being given the opportunity to play with the band for the last two sets of the night.

“..one of Britain's most thoughtful composers and improvisers…attractive, accessible yet finely crafted music.. marked by a sense of grace and economy” The Times
“…arguably the finest tenor player in Britain today'' Jazz Review


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Wed 5th ZOE RAHMAN

ZOE RAHMAN

An award winning pianist Zoe Rahman’s fluent and highly individual style has attracted much attention since winning the Perrier Jazz Award. Several CD’s, work with the likes of Clark Tracey, David Jean-Baptiste and Nigel Kennedy and praise for her music from musicians and critics alike has established her as a unique and valued player on the UK Jazz scene. Winner of the Parliamentary Jazz Award for “Album of The Year” she is also a Mercury Prize nominee establishing her credentials, if there was any doubt, as one of the country’s leading contemporary pianists. A sensitive and creative musician, she manages that difficult feat of making music that is at the same time complex, but readily accessible, and beautiful to listen to.

“..real talent” Guardian
“..exceptional pianist” Evening Standard


JAZZ FROM THE ACADEMY” featuring THE CALUM GOURLAY TRIO

This gig is being presented in collaboration with The Royal Academy of Music, and is part of the Club’s ongoing policy of providing a platform for the younger musician’s. Each month the best of the students from the Academy’s Jazz course perform a set of standards and original material. Tonight we will be featuring the excellent bas player Calum Gourlay with his band.


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Thurs 6th

Closed for a private party

Fri 7th STEFAN REDTENBACHER'S "RB FUNKESTRA"

Austrian born bass player Stefan Redtenbacher has, over the last 10 years, established himself as the UK’s “groove” bass player of choice for many artists, both live and recorded. The roster of artists with whom he has worked includes Steve Winwood, Sam Brown, Danny Gotlieb and Eliott Randall (Steely Dan). He has also established himself as a producer and educator of some note. The band that he leads tonight is his 5 piece “Funkestra”, the name of which pretty accurately describes the high energy style of the music. Boasting some of the best funk players in Europe this band performs original “groove” music with an authority and style that is hard to beat. 

“The Governor of Bass” BBC Radio2
“..a near perfect slice of jazz-funk bass from one of Europe’s great players” Bass Guitar magazine

www.stefanredtenbacher.com


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Sat 8th THE RONNIE SCOTT LEGACY BAND feat John Critchinson-piano, Pat Crumly-sax

John was Ronnie Scott’s pianist for more than 12 years, and is one of the most established and highly regarded pianists on the scene. His jokes are great too! One of Ronnie Scott’s favourite players (Ronnie actually told me that himself!), Pat’s fluent and experienced “hard-bop” style is hard to beat. A great flute player too. This quartet has been formed to keep alive the musical memory of one of the country’s most influential jazz musicians, and a fantastic band it is too. Absolutely not to be missed. . 

“Pat Crumly is one of the saxophone players .. that I most admire….he is a jazz musician.”  Ronnie Scott
“..a perfect exercise of precision and flair wrapped up with enthusiasm..” Jazz Journal
“Excellent” Observer
“John Critchinson….one of Britain's finest jazz pianists” Guardian

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Mon 10th NINA FERRO

Australian born singer Nina Ferro has a warm sensuous voice, full of character, which along with her impeccable timing and stunning vocal range have done much to help her establish an enviable International reputation. Performing at festivals, Clubs and concerts throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia as well as numerous TV and Radio shows she has appeared with some of the World’s great artists, including Tony Bennett, Ricky Martin, and Les Paul as well as appearances with the likes of The Australian Pops Orchestra and The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. It’s a reflection of the esteem with which she is held that she was chosen as the featured vocalist at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games. A great “straight ahead” singer.

"A fabulous performer with a knockout voice" Tony Bennett
"Ferro's voice is a pleasure to hear... natural, sexy and effortless" Cadence Magazine, New York


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Tues 11th

RUSS HENDERSON MBE

Russ is a wonderful Afro-Caribbean pianist who celebrated his 84th birthday at the Club recently, but who still plays as if he’s 21. Recently awarded an MBE in recognition of the wonderful work Russ has done for the UK music scene over the years he is an accomplished steel pan player as well as pianist and one of the founders of the Notting Hill Carnival. His brand of mainstream piano playing is still truly infectious, and everyone just has fun!

“..a primary force in jazz, calypso and steelband in England for over half a century” Calypsoworld

And Russ’s trio will be alternating through the evening with the

AL WYNETTE BAND featuring JANE PARKER-vocals

Our regular Mainstream quintet featuring Al on trumpet (and occasional vocals!) this is terrific “good-time” jazz featuring music primarily from the twenties and thirties, and great fun. Appearing with the band tonight is the fine young vocalist Jane Parker, best known for her work with the band “Lush Life”, who will be joining the guys to sing a selection of jazz standards from the 30’s and 40’s.

“Jane Parker's breathy vocals, reminiscent of Rickie Lee Jones or sometimes Billie Holliday, are both sultry and steamy as the bayou itself” Blueprint magazine


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Wed 12th

**EUROPEAN EXCHANGE*** DANIEL SZABO

A seriously talented musician this multi-award winning young Hungarian pianist has established himself as a leading voice on the European Jazz scene. He won the International Jazz Piano Competition in 1997, was joint winner at the Gábor Füsti Balogh Talent Contest for Jazz Pianists in 1998 and came first at the Jas Hennessy Solo Piano Competition at the Montreux Jazz Festival. In 2001 he was granted a full scholarship to the Henry Mancini Institute in Los Angeles and received a Fulbright scholarship in 2003 to study at the New England Conservatory in Boston where he got his master’s degree. And if all that wasn’t enough in 2006 he won the International Martial Solal Jazz Piano Competition in Paris. His fluent and highly creative playing has been heard with the likes of Joe Lovano and George Russell and tonight he will be performing a selection of Jazz standards and his own originals with his trio. This will be a rare chance to hear this terrific player in the UK and well worth putting in the diary.

“highly original…..brilliantly fluent newcomer” Evening Standard
“..all elegance” Guardian

This gig is part of an ongoing “European Exchange” initiative promoted by the 606 Club to provide a platform for some of the finest European musicians, in return for which the Club arranges for UK based musicians to perform in the home country of the guest artists. In this way it is hoped that the music of these fine players can be brought to a wider audience around Europe.


COLIN OXLEY

A multi Award winning guitarist Colin is a gentle player, whose fluid style and relaxed, “laid-back” approach make for a wonderfully  enjoyable, night. His work with singer Stacey Kent has led to Colin being recognised around the globe as a World class player and one of the finest guitarists ever to come from the UK. Amongst his numerous gigs he includes regular work at New York’s famous Algonquin Hotel, appearances at the Montreux and North Sea Jazz Festivals and work with the likes of Scott Hamilton and Harry Allen. A beautiful gig from a master of the Jazz guitar.

“..Colin Oxley, whose magnificent guitar is dazzling and deliciously melodic” Crescendo Magazine


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Thurs 13th

Closed for a private party

Fri 14th "THE SUGAR KINGS"

Driven by the spirit of 1950’s Cuba the “Sugar Kings” present old school salsa with a fiery modern sound. Band leader Flavio Correa and Musical Director Grant Windsor pave the way for their dynamic and talented team to entertain with the music of Latin America. A hugely experienced eight piece band featuring both timbales and congas as well as violin, flute and of course vocals, this steaming band plays music that brings Cuba to life in the heart of London.  Perfect for all lovers of Latin music and Jazz alike.


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Sat 15th PETER KING

After taking the scene by storm in the early sixties with the Ronnie Scott quintet, Pete has gone on to establish himself unequivocally as one of the finest alto saxophonists in the world. His fabulous technique allied with an unerring sense of harmony has made him one of the greatest players this country has ever produced. Currently the featured saxophonist with the Charlie Watts band his playing has made him famous worldwide. Pete has always been a great supporter of the Club and it is with enormous pleasure that we welcome this saxophone giant.

“plays with...searing authority” Guardian


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SUN 16th (9:00) LIANE CARROLL ***Winner BBC Jazz Awards 2005/6***

The first artist ever to win two BBC Jazz Awards in the same year, for ‘Best Vocalist’ and ‘Best of Jazz”, Liane is a multi award winning dynamic vocalist and pianist whose amazing talent has been captivating audiences around the world. She is recognised as one of the finest singer/pianists on the scene, working with the likes of Gerry Rafferty, Ladysmith Black Mombazo and Paul McCartney and has been a featured performer at the Glastonbury Festival. Her albums on Splash Point records have been received with universal acclaim and led to an hour long “special” on BBC TV featuring her performance at the Brecon Jazz Festival. Watch out for her latest release, the DVD “The Liane Carroll Trio LIVE” released on the 1^st February, quite brilliant. A world class performer her powerful, blues tinged, voice combined with strong piano playing and exciting infectious material, not to mention a wicked sense of humour, make this a truly remarkable gig. Booking advised.

“..swinging like hell one minute, brutally expressive and heartbreakingly tender the next….utterly brilliant” Time Out
"A jazz force to be reckoned with…the real thing" The Independent
“..world class” Guardian
“..deeply soulful” The Times
“..fizzing with creative energy” The Observer
“…unswerving honesty and molten intensity…burningly expressive” Jazzwise

http://www.lianecarroll.co.uk


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Mon 17th CHUCK FARLEY

One of the finest “Groove” Bands of the last 20 years “Chuck Farley” is actually a brilliant Blues band featuring Steve Simpson-vocals & guitar, Poli Palmer-vibes, Pat Crumly-saxes, Pete Stroud-bass and the redoubtable Sam Kelly-drums (and not a Chuck in sight!). The band was first constituted way back in the 80’s, working steadily through to the early 90’s. There was then a break while all the guys established their own individual careers before they all missed each other so much (aahh) that they decided to get back together again in 2004, and have been rockin’ the scene ever since. The music is a fabulous high energy mix of Blues, R&B and “Groove” which has been described as an “RnB crossover mix with hints of Little Feat meets Ry Cooder meets The Band”. Now that you can’t miss!

“It was a joy to hear adult music played with humour, intelligence and integrity…you will not hear this music played better” Ralph McTell


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Tues 18th

DAN REINSTEIN

American born but British educated, I first met Dan at the old Club when he was a medical undergraduate. Even then he was an impressive player, and after taking time off his medical studies to go to the Berklee School of Music he became even better. He returned to the USA in the early 90’s, where he became one of the world’s leading experts in laser eye surgery (he’s now officially Professor Reinstein). But he never stopped playing, and when he returned to London to live and work (www.londonvisionclinic.com) it was great to hear his fluent, classic hard-bop, muscular sax playing again.


DILL KATZ
is appearing later with his regular quartet, playing the more contemporary side of the spectrum. Dill, frequently referred to as a “bass legend”, is one of the most experienced players on the scene today, having pioneered the use of the fretless bass in the mid seventies, and whose work includes stints with Ian Carr’s “Nucleus”, Barbara Thompson’s band “Paraphernalia” and Afro/Jazz band “District Six”. This gig also features the Jazz Steel Pan of Mick Hutton.


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Wed 19th

**CD LAUNCH*** KATE WILLIAMS

An award winning pianist Kate has been making quite a name for her self as both a performer and composer/arranger. A “John Dankworth Award” winner her work is highly respected on the scene. Tonight she will be launching her latest album “The Embrace” which, not surprisingly, features some of the finest players around including Gareth Lockrane (flutes) and Steve Kaldestad (sax). With this line-up Kate displays the rich and varied textures of her writing to the full, performing a terrific mix of jazz standards and originals.

“A worthy addition to the ranks of British Jazz composer pianists…” The Observer


JOHN CRITCHINSON

Ronnie Scott’s pianist for more than 12 years, and his strong, swinging, hard-bop piano playing has graced many a fine gig. One of the most established and highly regarded pianists on the scene, John’s high energy, driving, Jazz trio playing is legendary. His jokes are great too!

“..one of Britain's finest jazz pianists” Guardian


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Thurs 20th ADAM PHILLIPS and his band with Special Guests

Adam is perhaps best known at the Club for his wonderful guitar work with the Hamish Stuart Band, but he also includes work with the likes of Cher, Tina Turner, Rod Stewart and Whitney Houston. And as well as all that, he is also a very fine singer in his own right. Leading a band of some of the finest players in the country, Adam produces a roaring set of great “urban” Blues and “Groove”. Joining Adam tonight will be a selection of very Special Guests. Call for details.


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Fri 21st JEREMY STACEY with Special Guest JASON REBELLO-piano

A powerful and highly impressive modern jazz drummer Jeremy is equally at home playing pop, rock, funk or straight ahead jazz. His credentials are vast, having worked extensively in the recording studios as well as on many live gigs. Currently the regular drummer with American icon Sheryl Crow, Jeremy is one of the most respected players of his generation. This gig always attracts the best players around and tonight Jeremy’s band will feature Jason Rebello, one of the most impressive and highly regarded pianists on the scene. Jason, who is currently working with Jeff Beck, includes 5 years with Sting on a glittering, star studded, cv. Quite a band! Booking advised.

“..highly versatile drummer” Independent
“..a fine jazz drummer with an infectious feel. His gigs are ..invariably enlivened by some top class guests” Time Out
"... Rebello is possessed of a great pianistic gift… delicacy of touch, fluency of execution, a lyrical immediately attractive melody " The Times


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Sat 22nd BOBBY WELLINS

Originally from Glasgow, Bobby was on one of the biggest selling jazz albums ever produced in this country, Stan Tracey’s “Under Milk Wood”, recorded in the late sixties. After taking a sabbatical from the music for 7 years, Bobby came back in the early eighties to lead the Charlie Watts Big band, as well as a number of small groups which re-established him as one of the finest melodic saxophonists in the world. His gentle sound and approach are unique and make for a fine and highly enjoyable nights listening.

“..impeccable control, combined with a rich, luxuriant,  tone” The Scotsman
"A masterful display of controlled sensitivity from one of the most original voices in European Jazz " The Sunday Times


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SUN 23rd IAN SHAW’S EASTER SPECIAL with TETSUO KAWASHIMA-sax + SURPRISE GUESTS

One of Europe’s great male jazz vocalists. Named Best Vocalist of the year at the BBC Jazz Awards, Ian is a huge talent with the most engaging personality and an ability to make every song his own. At the same time nobody slips more happily into rattling bebop with warmth, intelligence and swing. Described as “the voice of the decade” it is not by chance that he was the first British Jazz vocalist to be signed to an American label, Milestone, which resulted in a number of highly acclaimed US recordings. Watch out for his latest release on Linn Records  “Drawn to All Things” out now. Tonight Ian will be featuring the terrific Japanese saxophonist Tetsuo Kawashima and some Surprise Easter Guests! Booking advised.

“One of the scene's class acts..” The Guardian
“an eye-watering vocal range and bucketloads of soul” BBC
“an artist on top of his game” Jazzwise

http://www.ianshaw.biz


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Mon 24th **BANK HOLIDAY SPECIAL** PAUL STACEY BAND featuring JOHN HOGG-vocals

Paul’s fluent and impressive guitar playing has been featured with such Jazz artists as Claire Martin and Jason Rebello. However, demonstrating his impressive versatility he has also toured with “Oasis”, Chris Robinson and the Finn Brothers and is currently the featured guitarist with the iconic rock band “The Black Crowes” whose latest album he has just produced. A powerful performer in the Rock/Blues idiom, there is no doubt that his playing is held in very high regard by all who have worked with him. This high energy Rock/blues band also features the searing vocals of John Hogg and the fiery drumming of Jeremy Stacey (Sheryl Crow).

“Stacey’s…brilliant guitar work” Concertlivewire
“John Hogg is a charismatic singer…who carries the band with poise” LA Weekly


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Thurs 27th GARY HUSBAND’s “DRIVE” featuring JULIAN SIEGEL-sax

One of this country’s leading drummers and pianists the multi-talented Gary Husband is generally recognised as one of the foremost musicians of his generation.. He first came to prominence in the late 70’s playing drums with a series of iconic bands including Barbara Thompson’s “Paraphernalia”, the Jim Mullen/Dick Morrissey Band, Ian Carr's Nucleus and the Ronnie Scott Quintet (on piano). His 20 year collaboration with guitarist Alan Holdsworth helped establish him as a player on the World stage, leading to a lengthy stint with drummer Billy Cobham as well as work with the classic jazz/funk/pop giants Level 42, an association that lasts to this day. A World class performer, writer, arranger and producer he is an International artist of great renown whose vast cv also includes work with the likes of John McLaughlin, Jeff Beck, Randy Brecker, Georgie Fame and Gary Moore. The band he leads tonight also features one of the country’s leading modern jazz saxophonists, the award-winning Julian Siegel. This is a rare chance to catch this remarkable band at the Club and absolutely not to be missed.

"Gary Husband…one of the major forces in contemporary music today” Jazz UK
"Julian Siegel…a world class saxophonist" Jazz UK


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Sun 30th

SUNDAY LUNCHTIME SPECIAL (1:00pm-4:00pm) with JOE GIBBONS

This 16 year old jazz crooner and songwriter has been performing in jazz Clubs for nearly two years now. A seriously precocious talent he performs his unique take on popular jazz and pop classics together with some of his own material with a confident ease. He has a rich, powerful voice and swings with a maturity and sensibility way beyond his years. Inspired by jazz legends Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. he is already a favourite of Michael Parkinson. A truly impressive gig from one of the UK's youngest jazz singers.

"...hotly tipped to follow Jamie Cullum and Michael Buble as the next jazz superstar" Time Out

And then, in the evening:

JEFFREY DANIEL

LA born dancer/singer Jeffrey Daniel first came to prominence in the late 70’s on the US TV show “Soul Train”, an enormously influential show that pioneered the dance techniques of the West coast “street dance” movement. Jeffrey became a renowned and respected pioneer of this style, the most notable convert being Michael Jackson who made the “moonwalk” a universal hit. However, Jeffrey is not only an amazingly talented dancer but is also a terrific singer and the band that he formed with fellow members of “Soul Train”, the highly influential soul/funk band “Shalamar”, became an International success, with 25 million albums world-wide and hit records such as "A Night to Remember" and "I Can Make You Feel Good". With “Shalamar” Jeffrey introduced West Coast Street Dance into Europe, starting a huge “body popping” dance craze and in 1984, after 7 years, millions of album sales and tours around the world Shalamar finally went their separate ways. In 1987 Jeffrey hooked up with Michael Jackson as choreographer and creative consultant, working with MJ off and on for the next 14 years, including work on the videos “Bad”, “Smooth Criminals” and “Ghosts”. As well as Michael Jackson Jeffrey also includes the likes of Paul McCartney, LL Cool J and Vanessa Williams on a glittering cv. Jeffrey is now, once again, stretching out as a solo singer and it is with enormous pleasure that we welcome this iconic performer and his 7 piece funk/soul band to the Club. Booking advised. £12

“…soul, funk and dance legend” Time Out
“A red-hot band producing exactly the kind of funky feel you would expect” The Stage

http://www.jeffreydaniel.com


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Mon 31th JIM MULLEN ORGAN TRIO

Originally from Glasgow, Jim made his name working with a number of seminal bands through the 70’s and 80’s including Brian Auger’s “Trinity” and his own highly acclaimed jazz/funk band “Morrisey Mullen”. A multi award winner, Jim is widely regarded as one of the finest Jazz guitarists in Europe The band he leads this evening works in the classic “Organ trio” format and features leading British pianist/organist Mike Gorman.

“One of the great Jazz guitarists working today” Jazzwise
“World Class” Guardian
“Mellow and fluent” Observer


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