David Preston - MU Quartet
A finalist at the Montreux International Guitar competition, David Preston is composer and co-leader for the acclaimed UK modern-jazz trio ‘Preston Glasgow Lowe’. He includes work with the likes of Melody Gardot, Curtis Stigers, David Binney, Gary Husband, Eska & Goldie on an impressive cv and released his debut album ‘Purple / Black’ in April 2023 to significant acclaim (“Editor’s Choice” Jazzwise). Tonight he will be performing his impressive, melodic and evocative, originals and the occasional Jazz standard with his latest project, the "Mμ Quartet". The Greek letter "μ" has various meanings but in this context as explained by David, it "relates to the prefix 'micro' or millionth, and how we have to constantly measure and adjust our lives and actions in almost infinitesimal ways in order to exist together." Joining David in this collaboration are top UK musicians, vibraphonist Jonny Mansfield, drummer Jamie Murray & bassist Conor Chaplin.
"Rich in intensity...spellbinding" UK Vibe; “A superb modern jazz guitarist” Time Out; "Reimagining jazz – with modern invention and creative innovation" Jazz Journal; “UK's hottest jazz guitarist” Musica Terra Magazine (Japan)
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