BRITISH
JAZZ
AT JAZZAHEAD!
23rd – 26th April 2015
The British Jazz Stand (6B17) has been organised by Jazz Services Ltd. with generous support from UK Trade & Investment. The stand is shared and funded by some of the UK’s most prominent jazz organisations. See inside for more information on JSL’s co-exhibitors at JazzAhead 2015!
Jazz Services Ltd., the Arts Council England and UK Trade & Investment, along with our co-exhibitors on the British Jazz Stand, invite you to join us for a ‘Best of British’ reception at JazzAhead on Saturday 25th April 2015 at 5.30pm (stand no. 6B17). Enjoy a range of authentic British refreshments and find out what the British Jazz Stand has to offer, with opportunities to meet with artists, agents, promoters and other great British jazz professionals attending JazzAhead in 2015!
Saturday 25th April - 5:30pm - Stand no. 6B17 Make sure you catch the British artists at JazzAhead 2015!
Carmen de Souza & Theo Pascal
Theo Jackson Trio
Born in Cape Verde and based in London, Carmen Souza has carefully developed her partnership with bassist and producer Theo Pascal over the last 12 years. Together they have developed a sound that takes its inspiration from a brilliant range of jazz and world music influences, with de Souza’s amazing vocal talent perfectly matched by Pascal’s subtle and melodic bass work.
Vocalist and pianist Theo Jackson is an engaging and charismatic performer who has already gained a reputation in the UK and further afield. Described as “one of the most interesting jazz vocalists and composers to emerge on the British scene in recent years” (Daily Telegraph), his stylish and contemporary approach marks him out as a true star, and a great prospect for the future of the UK scene.
For their JazzAhead showcase performance they are joined by two other excellent British artists, saxophonist Nathaniel Facey and drummer Shaney Forbes, who are themselves members of top UK jazz quartet Empirical. An unmissable experience for JazzAhead 2015!
Joining him at JazzAhead are Huntly Gordon (double bass) and Marco Quarantotto (drums), and their evening Clubnight performance on the sailing ship De Liefde is guaranteed to impress and entertain in equal measure.
Saturday 25th April – 10:00pm-10:30pm Kulturzentrum Schlachthof
Saturday 25th April – 8:00pm- 8:45pm De Liefde
Thanks to our sponsors:
About Jazz Services helped hundreds of the UK’s top jazz stars, from seasoned professionals to the stars of tomorrow.
Jazz Services Ltd. (JSL) is the UK’s foremost charitable support organisation for jazz music. Since its inception JSL has offered invaluable support to individuals and organisations, providing a wide range of funding and facilities to those working in jazz in the UK. Our funding schemes have provided vital assistance to artists wanting to tour and record, and for promoters to programme innovative and exciting new music. We have enabled and supported artist showcases outside the UK, and offered advice and resources to those in need. Uniquely impartial in its outlook and aims, JSL has
As in previous years, JSL’s presence at JazzAhead helps to promote the incredible wealth and range of talent the UK scene has to offer, as well as letting participating UK jazz professionals take full advantage of the facilities offered by our stand, affording them the opportunity to forge valuable international connections in Europe and further afield. JSL celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2015, and the organisation is now undergoing an extensive period of redevelopment, allowing us to restructure our focus and priorities in order to continue serving the UK’s jazz scene to the best of our ability. Building on three decades’ worth of experience and prestige, the next year will see JSL working towards relaunching itself as a
newly invigorated organisation, committed to continuing its invaluable work at the heart of the UK scene and offering a range of opportunities for artist and audience development. For more information about Jazz Services and for updates and announcements on forthcoming activities as we work towards our relaunch, please see the JSL website, Facebook and Twitter. Heulwen Phillips Project Director, Jazz Services Ltd. www.jazzservices.org.uk E: heulwen@jazzservices.org.uk T: +44 (0)207 928 9089 Jazz Services Ltd. First Floor, 132 Southwark Street, London SE1 0SW jazzservices.org.uk twitter.com/jazzservices facebook.com/Jazz.Services.Ltd
Andrea Black Singer/songwriter Andrea Black writes and performs her inspirational original songs. With seven albums to her credit, she is now poised to reach a wider audience. Her recent album Ether, recorded with Robert Logan as The Black Loganberries, scales new heights, and her new collection of solo songs lie like pebbles on a beach waiting to be discovered… www.andreablack.com E: ab@andreablack.com T: +44 (0) 7738 171 884 / +44 (0) 208 569 8558
Composer David Mowat, twice receiver of Jazz Services touring awards, is drawn to Latin, Middle Eastern, township funk and all things Miles. Inspiration includes his young daughter, street bands, Balkans walks, human rights work in Palestine/Israel and Quakerism. He founded East Bristol Jazz Club and runs eclectic lunch time city centre church concerts. “A very funky gentleman” - Chris Batchelor. “A unique voice and on the right side” - Gilad Atzmon.
BEJE: the Bristol European Jazz Ensemble, represented by band leader David Mowat
“Sympathetic and flexible approach with sparkling solos” - Bollywood Brass Band.
BEJE: An original new jazz quintet of French, Italian, Swedish-Syrian and British-Swiss musicians living in the jazz hothouse city of Bristol, UK.
As a promoter well networked in Bristol, Mowat can facilitate exchanges between BEJE and other European acts.
David Mowat - trumpet/stories (Bollywood Brass Band, Keith Tippett, Brian Abrahams) Julien Alenda - alto sax (Denny Ilett, studied under Charles McPherson) Anders Olinder - piano (Tony Kofi, Pee Wee Ellis, James Morton) Pasquale Votino - double bass (Andy Sheppard) Paolo Adamo drums (John Law, Mankala)
http://bigbromo.wordpress.com www.facebook.com/Bristol.European.Jazz. Ensemble1
“The energy of the collective, the fluency of the players are all immediately evident and it’s hard not to grin at the irrepressible optimism of Dave Mowat’s writing and playing” - Mike Collins, Jazzwise writer in Bath’s Listomania on BEJE’s 1st album, Live At The Fringe.
Contact: David Mowat E: bigbromo@yahoo.co.uk
Brigitte Beraha Brigitte Beraha is now recognised as one of the most versatile and exciting vocalists to emerge on the UK jazz scene in the last decade. Her fifth album is the second outing with her band Babelfish. A collaboration between two of the UK’s finest jazz artists Barry Green (piano) and Brigitte Beraha (voice), the band also features legends Chris Laurence (double bass) and Paul Clarvis (percussion). Between them they have played and recorded with Kenny Wheeler, John Surman, Sarah Vaughan, Norma Winstone, Peter Gabriel, Stevie Wonder, Lee Konitz and many more. Their debut album Babelfish received rave reviews and was picked by Sebastian Scotney, founder of LondonJazz, as his top album of 2012. Their second album Chasing Rainbows is out in April, a new collection of music they love, regardless of where it comes from songs in English, French, Portuguese and Italian, from original songs about love to fast paced compositions about sushi. From free jazz to their take on contemporary classical songs, each Babelfish performance is fearless, fresh and mesmerising. “These gracious and wonderfully talented musicians delivered an exciting and unusual combination of music...The visible joy of this band working together on stage was transferred to the audience.” - LondonJazz “Babelfish are a definition of a contemporary jazz class act.” - John Fordham, The Guardian www.brigitteberaha.com E: bridgeberaha@hotmail.com T: +44 7939 547 093
Cloudmakers Trio Rising out of the hotbed of talent that is London’s Loop Collective, with their uncompromising approach the Cloudmakers Trio effortlessly marries the complex with accessibility. They play original music that lies somewhere between New York’s ‘downtown’ sound and the modern European tradition. Their soundworld defies category yet draws influence from a diverse range of music traditions, exploring the under-exploited format of the vibraphone trio. Whilst pushing the boundaries of what can be done with this instrumentation they remain devoted to in the moment risk taking, a deep groove and strong melodies. Under the leadership of the award-winning multi-instrumentalist Jim Hart, the Cloudmakers Trio represents the culmination of over a decade of musical growth between three of the finest London-based musicians currently working on the international jazz, improvised, and alternative music scenes. www.cloudmakerstrio.com E: hartvibe@gmail.com T: +44 (0)7904 115 797
Discovery Records Ltd. Established in 1978, Discovery Records is a UK distributor of record labels covering almost all genres: blues, folk, country, gospel, soul, world music, classical, rock, pop, etc., - and especially jazz, under which heading our distributed labels include: Acrobat, Albore, Arbors, BFM Jazz, Blackbird, Blue Moon, Calibrated, Caprice, Connective, Curling Legs, Delmark, Diving Duck, ESP, Fremeaux, Fresh Sound, Gazell, GHB Group, Hoob, Igloo, ILK, Imogena, Inner Ear, Intermusic Group, Jazz Oracle, Label Bleu, Laborie, Leo, Losen, Moserobie, Nimbus, NORCD, Pirouet, Rearward/Schema, Sackville, Skip, Smithsonian Folkways, Storyville, Stunt, Submarine, Traumton, Via Veneto, and many more. www.discovery-records.com E: bill@discovery-records.com T: +44 (0)1380 728 000
Janette Mason Manager for Janette Mason (composer, arranger and pianist). The Janette Mason Trio play contemporary jazz with a strong groove and a cinematic texture. They have recorded two successful albums, including the Parliamentary Jazz Award nominated Alien Left Hand. The intuitive style and musical expertise of Dudley Phillips (bass) and Pat Levett (drums) complement Janette’s unique improvisational approach perfectly to create innovative, energetic and engaging live performances. 2014 saw the release of Janette’s new album D’Ranged. D’Ranged is Janette’s take on classic soul, jazz and pop tunes (inc. Bowie, Bee Gees, Alison Moyet), injecting them with a brand new jazz-inflected sensibility, and performing them with an outstanding group of singers and musicians (including Claire Martin, David McAlmont, Gwyneth Herbert, Vula Malinga, Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield). www.janettemason.com E: manager@janettemason.com T: +44 (0)7958 412 202
GO gobetween For The Necks, Alexander Hawkins, Huntsville, Mural, Too Noisy Fish and Black Top, GO gobetween. GO gobetween is a free-range production house for jazz and experimental music run by Lee Paterson, developing creative projects and PR campaigns as well as providing agency for outstanding musicians. www.gogobetween.com E: lee@gogobetween.com T: +44 (0)7947 103 892
Jazz Promotion Network Jazz Promotion Network (JPN) grew out of informal discussions between jazz promoters across the UK, who wanted to increase the profile and health of the music. JPN developed into a formal membership organisation which held its first conference in 2014, and recently became a registered charity. A Board, all of whom are acting on a voluntary basis, is overseeing its strategy and operations. Our mission is to encourage, promote and support opportunities for organisers, audiences, and artists in the field of jazz and related music. Jazz Promotion Network aims to: • build audiences for jazz through collaboration and sharing best practice • support the development of skills and opportunities for promoters and artists • encourage and enable partnerships and communications between members (e.g. through national conferences, regional initiatives and
Jazzwise magazine The New Standard Jazzwise, the UK’s biggest selling jazz monthly, has changed the way jazz magazines look and think with authoritative editorial and stunning graphics that reach out to both the new jazz audience and established fans: qualities that have led to it winning Jazz Publication of the Year at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2007 and 2010, at the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Awards 2007 and Best Jazz Media at the Jazz FM Awards 2013. It has also become the leading English language jazz magazine in Europe and has the biggest selling jazz magazine app on iTunes.
JPN’s web site) • facilitate collaborations and communications with other organisations in the UK and internationally • create mechanisms for co-commissioning, touring, and other collective projects • support and link with education and participation activity in jazz at all levels • advocate for, and raise awareness of, jazz and related music • help foster growth in the jazz ecology http://jazzpromotionnetwork.org.uk/ Contact: Nod Knowles E: membership@jazzpromotionnetwork.org.uk T: +44 (0)1225 423 708 John Blandford E: administrator@jazzpromotionnetwork.org.uk T: +44 (0)1223 362 550
Every month Jazzwise’s acclaimed team of writers takes you on the journey of your life: from the cutting edge of contemporary jazz, mainstream, fusion and free-jazz to jazz electronica and world music with hot news, insider gossip, nationwide gig guide, major features and an exhaustive reviews section. Jazzwise is committed to discovering new talent as well as giving readers extensive coverage of today’s scene and expansive retrospectives of jazz’s vibrant past. You simply can’t afford to be without it. Visit www.jazzwisemagazine.com one of the most visited jazz websites in the world, featuring daily breaking news, online gig listings, reviews and pages of unique editorial content including the new writer’s section, The Write Stuff. www.jazzwisemagazine.com Contact: Jon Newey, Editor and Publisher E: jon@jazzwise.com T: +44 (0)20 8677 0012 Jazzwise, Mark Allen Group, St Jude’s Church, Dulwich Road, London SE24 0PB For Subscriptions phone +44 (0)1722 71697 www.magsubscriptions.com/jazzwise
John Cervantes Jazz pianist, composer and bandleader John Cervantes is releasing his debut album, Crossing The Threshold, on Jellymould Jazz in 2015 (with support from Jazz Services Ltd, and Arts Council England). Driven by an electrifying rhythm section of drum kit, hand percussion and flamenco dance, his band performs his original jazz compositions fusing fiery flamenco grooves with adventurous improvisation from flute player Gareth Lockrane and others. The band has performed to sell-out audiences at the London Jazz Festival and venues such as The Vortex and Pizza Express Jazz Club Soho.
Gallen Festival, Switzerland; Manchester Jazz Festival & Manchester International Festival, UK; Derry Jazz Festival, N. Ireland; and SambaFest, Poland. www.johncervantes.co.uk E: johncerv@gmail.com T: +44 (0)7792 184 276
A graduate of The Royal Academy of Music, John was awarded a Development Award from Help Musicians UK, and his music has been played on Jazz FM and BBC Radio. He has previously led his own groups and performed as a band member for other musicians throughout Europe at St.
France (drums) and was released on the Italian Label CamJazz to worldwide acclaim. This CD was included in many of the top album lists from critics across the UK in 2014 and nominated for a Parliamentary Jazz Award in 2015. New CD release dates: Let it Be Told - with Frankfurt Radio Big Band, featuring Django Bates and Steve Argüelles and playing the music of South African Exiles. Due for release on Basho Records April 27th, 2015. (All arrangements by Julian Argüelles.)
Julian Argüelles Cathie Rae manages Julian Argüelles; critically acclaimed bandleader, saxophonist, composer, arranger and educator. From his beginnings with the legendary Loose Tubes, through his worldwide collaborations, to his searching solo projects Julian Argüelles has always spoken with a unique voice and is hugely influential to a new generation of jazz musicians. Circularity, his most recent CD, features John Taylor (piano), Dave Holland (bass) and Martin
Julian Argüelles Tetra - with Kit Downes (piano), Sam Lasserson (bass) and James Maddren (drums) playing original music by Julian. Due for release 12th October 2015 on Whirlwind Recordings supported by a UK and European tour. See Julian’s website for full details of all recordings, performance, commissions and teaching. www.julianarguelles.com / @julargjazz / facebook.com/JulArgJazz Contact: Cathie Rae, Manager E: BookingsJulArg@gmail.com T: +44 (0)208 693 5409 / +44(0) 7765 005 691 Cathie Rae’s Happening on www.jazzlondonradio.com
Louise Gibbs Louise Gibbs is a jazz vocalist, composer/arranger, educator and writer. She is known for bringing “creativity and charisma” to performing standard jazz repertoire and her own original music. Her most ambitious project to date, Seven Deadly Sings (2014) is a self-penned suite for voice and septet with Tony Kofi, Tim Whitehead, Quentin Collins, Tom White, Sam Leak, Oli Hayhurst, and Sam Gardner. Giving the recording a 4 star review Jazzwise stated, “Both in its conception and execution, 7 Deadly Sings...is an unqualified triumph…From the hard-edged lines of ‘Envy’ and the stasis of ‘Sloth’ to the insistent ostinato of ‘Anger’, 7 Deadly Sings grips you to the very end.”
Juliet Kelly Critically acclaimed vocalist and composer, Juliet Kelly has carved a special niche for herself on the UK jazz scene. Noted for her “glam jazz” style, she writes accessible songs that combine lilting melodies, quirky harmonies and intoxicating rhythms. Her latest project Spellbound Stories is one of her most personal and ambitious projects yet and is a set of eclectic songs based on her favourite novels ranging from Alice Walker’s The Color Purple and Paolo Coelho’s Veronika Decides to Die to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. “One of those rare singers that tells a genuine story with her music, through her passionate performance and naturally warm voice, it’s a beguiling combination that’s hard to resist. One of the UK’s finest singers in any genre” - Time Out www.julietkelly.com E: info@julietkelly.com
Louise Gibbs has four more critically acclaimed albums to her name – all with the 33 Jazz label: Everybody’s Song But Our Own (2008) with the celebrated pianist, Kirk Lightsey; More Questions Than Answers (2005) with Jonathan Gee, Jeremy Brown, Winston Clifford & Renato D’Aiello; Love You Madly (1999) with Tony Coe & Brian Priestley; and Invitation (1998) with Lynne Arriale, Ron McClure & Steve Davis. Originally from New Zealand, Louise lives in the north of England and performs and teaches in the UK, Mexico and the US. http://louisegibbs.co.uk / @louisegibbsjazz E: louise@jazzmine.co.uk T: +44 (0)7813 684 077
JAZZ SUMMER
SCHOOLS
“Where can I learn how to play jazz or improve my skills?” More and more people of all ages now have the opportunity to study jazz at any level, from complete beginners to experience players. The opportunities to study, and the great choice of high quality jazz summer schools both in the UK and abroad, are now more varied and accessible than ever. From a weekend away to a two-week break, you can take the plunge and immerse yourself in learning about jazz and improvisation in a supportive environment with the very best jazz tutors. Whether it’s building the basic skills and learning to perform in front of a live audience, or acquiring advanced techniques in performance or composition, or even just hanging out with your jazz heroes, there is a jazz school experience waiting for you this summer…
Mo’ Connections Mo’ Connections is a boutique jazz booking agency based in Great Britain and working across Europe with some of the finest and most exciting musicians in the UK and the US: Phil Robson’s Organ Trio & Immeasurable Code Quintet (feat. Mark Turner), Dominic J Marshall Trio, Robert Mitchell and Oran Etkin, as well as Kairos 4tet and Juliet Kelly (UK only). We also collaborate on events and projects encompassing all art forms, especially educational ones.
Marcy Music Artist manager representing composer, vocalist and pianist Theo Jackson Theo is quickly becoming recognised for his inventive and distinctive approach to composition. His first album - Shoeless and the Girl - is due for release on New York-based label Dot Time Records in Spring 2015. The release consists of eight original tracks and two highly stylised re-imaginings of Wayne Shorter’s classic tunes - Footprints and Wild Flower - for which Shorter personally approved the new lyrics. Already an established performer on the live scene across the UK, Theo has sold out stages at some of the country’s largest festivals and venues including Jazz FM’s Love Supreme, EFG London Jazz Festival, Cheltenham Jazz Festival and the Royal Albert Hall’s Late Night Jazz Series. An engaging and charismatic performer he has toured the UK and also travelled to New Zealand, where his sold out solo shows won favourable reviews. “Listen out for Jackson’s beguiling songwriting skills delivered via his strong earthy vocals and alluring charm.” - Time Out London “A young male vocalist who is steering a route that avoids the well-trodden paths of The Great American Songbook and heads towards a potentially fascinating musical destination.” - All About Jazz Theo Jackson performs at De Liefde on Saturday 25th April, 8:00pm- 8:45pm www.theojackson.com E: management@theojackson.com T: +44 (0) 7803 611 300
Mo’ Connections are proud to present at Jazzahead this year Phil Robson’s new album with his organ trio, The Cut Off Point; Robert Mitchell’s large-scale project for jazz ensemble and choir, Invocation (premiered at London Jazz Festival 2014); Oran Etkin’s Re-imagining Benny Goodman; and Dominic J Marshall Trio. Let’s connect and find out mo’ about each other! www.moconnections.uk Contact: Sabina Czajkowska E: sabina@moconnections.uk T: +44 (0)7741 094 468 / +48 (0)693 814 130
Patricia Pascal – Jazzpilon / Carmen Souza & Theo Pascal Management
Neil Hughes I represent the Ben Cox Band, a UK based vocal jazz group writing original material and who have just had their album launch at Pizza Express Soho. The mesmerising tone and delivery of Ben Cox’s vocals, combined with the song-writing skills of both Ben and Jamie Safiruddin have marked this quintet as one to follow. Twice on Jamie Cullum’s show, and having completed a Maida Vale session with the BBC, the band is already experienced at a very young age. Steeped in jazz history, yet able to write beautiful songs themselves, I am looking for European agents to represent the band. “Fresh new vocal jazz music, Ben has got a very precise voice, it recalls a little bit of Kurt Elling to me, I’m looking forward to hearing the rest of the album.” - Jamie Cullum “Ben Cox possesses a voice drenched in soul and swing that sounds like nobody else. He is a cracking songwriter and collaborator, a true talent.” - Ian Shaw “Ben Cox owns a stunning capacity to live through each song with a rich tone and beautifully honest heart. Jamie Safiruddin plays with such an exciting and generous style…I think we may have found the best new jazz talent to emerge from the UK. Highly recommended.” Liane Carroll
Carmen Souza and Theo Pascal come together again after 6 acclaimed albums to release a new CD called Epistola - “A special letter with sounds addressed to anyone open to receive them” – at JazzAhead’s showcase on 25th April. Recorded between sessions in London, Lisbon and New York, Epistola features top UK jazz drummer Shane Forbes (of Empirical fame), New York musicians Matt King (piano) & Craig Yaremko (sax and clarinet) and a special talented young drummer called Zoe Pascal. For the last 12 years Carmen Souza and Theo Pascal have developed their own solid and successful sound under the name ‘Carmen Souza’ led by Souza’s amazing vocal talent, and inquisitive and meaningful lyrics arranged over Pascal’s singular compositions. A delicious recipe of African/Cape Verde roots wrapped around Jazz named by DOWNBEAT as a “recipe for artistic success” and critically acclaimed by jazz, world music press and audiences all over the world. For this new album Carmen wanted a co-billing with Theo Pascal, who was the first to discover and believe in her talent and has always been behind her as mentor, composer and producer. www.carmensouza.com / www.theopascal. com / www.jazzpilon.com Contact: Patricia Pascal E: patricia.pascal@carmensouza.com T: +44 (0)7799 500 179
www.bencoxband.com E: neil@bencoxband.com T: +44 (0)7980 681 234 Carmen de Souza & Theo Pascal perform at the Kulturzentrum Schlachthof on Saturday 25th April, 10:00pm
Paul Riley Paul Riley is a London based saxophonist and composer. He has recently released his debut album Into View on Jellymould Jazz Records, which is also supported by Jazz Services Ltd. The quintet consists of Ant Law on guitar, Rick Simpson on piano, Matt Ridley on acoustic bass and Dave Hamblett on drums. They will be touring the UK during April and the beginning of May. www.paulrileysax.com E: paulrileysax@gmail.com T: +44 (0)7832 050 104
Philip Clouts Quartet Capetown-born pianist/composer Philip Clouts is steeped both in the music of his native South Africa and in a diverse range of world music which he has explored to critical acclaim with his larger outfit ZubopGambia (featuring BBC World Music award winner Juldeh Camara) and which continues to inspire his compositions. His new quartet, which features rising star Samuel Eagles on saxophone, plays uplifting melodic jazz in moods ranging from lilting calypso to driving Latin-American grooves, hypnotic swirling melodies, klezmer, township rhythms and gospel-fired hymns. After living in London for many years and building a career that has included appearances at Ronnie Scott’s, Symphony Hall, and Glastonbury and WOMAD festivals, Clouts, who is the son of respected South African poet Sydney Clouts,
moved to Dorset where he has added music reflecting the sights and sounds of the area to his canon. Following on from two widely commended albums, 2015 will see the release of a new album on Odradek Records. “Pulsating groove-orientated music…distinctive…spiritual and soul jazz…strongly melodic themes” - Jazzwise “Combines lightness of touch with a rhythmic sensibility: a winning combination.” - All About Jazz “Thoughtful, intricate writing and superb musicianship” - London Jazz www.philipcloutsquartet.co.uk E: philip@zubop.com T: +44 (0)1297 444 766 / +44 (0)7757 182 088
Right Tempo
PizzaExpress Jazz Club PizzaExpress is in its 50th year and music has been a huge part of what we do since the 1960s. The Jazz Club in Soho has played host to countless musical greats from Bud Freeman and Benny Carter to Amy Winehouse and Brad Mehldau. Diana Krall, Norah Jones and Gregory Porter all made their UK debuts at the club, and we continue to nurture young and upcoming talents from the UK and international jazz scenes. The Pheasantry in Chelsea specialises in vocal jazz and cabaret performers and in 2015 alone, the programme includes stellar talents like legendary singer Jack Jones, Broadway composer Charles Strouse, singer-songwriters Beverley Craven and Vonda Shepard plus jazz talents like Claire Martin, Ray Gelato, Salena Jones and Liane Carroll. The Maidstone Music Room in Kent (some 30 miles outside London) is a well established venue that regularly welcomes musicians of the highest calibre. This year’s programme includes Kyle Eastwood, Stacey Kent, Darius Brubeck, Bob Dorough and Darius Brubeck. www.pizzaexpresslive.com PizzaExpress Jazz Club 10 Dean Street London W1D 3RW The Pheasantry 152 Kings Road London SW3 4UT The Maidstone Music Room 32 Earl Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1PS Tel: 020 7439 4962 Email: musicoffice@pizzaexpress.com
Right Tempo Artist Booking Agency and Tour Management stands for excellence, experience and expertise. It represents high calibre, established artists who are amongst the most exciting, respected and creatively talented musicians on the international jazz and alternative music scene. Founded by Anne Rigg, who has a background of over thirty years working in the entertainment/music business, Right Tempo provides a totally professional, logistically sound, friendly and knowledgeable service. Right Tempo represents Christine Tobin, Partisans, Liam Noble - Solo, Julian Siegel Big Band and Aruàn Ortiz. Anne also represents the following Whirlwind Recordings/Raestar Productions artists: Rachel Cohen Quartet, Nia Lynn - The Bannau Trio, New York Standards Quartet, New Focus and Mikkel Plough Trio. www.righttempoagency.com Contact: Anne Rigg – Right Tempo E: right_tempo@icloud.com T: +44 (0)7506 299 833
Sue Edwards Management Artist Management: Phronesis (DK/SE/UK) www.phronesismusic.com Mads Mathias (DK) www.madsmathias.com Agent (UK): Girls in Airports (DK) www.girlsinairports.net
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club
Event Management/Project Management: ‘Made in the UK’ series (USA/Canada)
In 1959, saxophonist Ronnie Scott opened the door to a small basement club in London’s west end where local musicians could jam. Today, in its new home in buzzing Soho, Ronnie Scott’s is one of the world’s most famous jazz clubs attracting full to bursting audiences practically every night. Since the early days of Sarah Vaughan, Count Basie and Miles Davis, the club continues to present the biggest names in jazz including Wynton Marsalis, Dianne Reeves and Kurt Elling, all of whom shun the concert halls in favour of the intimate and welcoming environs of the club. Ronnie Scott’s is also a club firmly on the cutting edge; the first place to catch hotly-tipped rising stars, visionary artists and the next big thing.
www.sueedwardsmanagement.com
With its introduction of the Late Late Show, a relaxed ‘50s speakeasy vibe with doors open till the wee hours, the Wednesday Jazz Jam (a late night instrumental jazz jam session), plus Ronnie’s Bar (upstairs at the club) eclectic programme of DJ sets and live music including Latin, jive, blues, flamenco and even tap dancing, Ronnie Scott’s has become the hang for London’s young hipsters and the place for music fans of all ages seeking jazz royalty in the world’s most stylish famous jazz club. www.ronniescotts.co.uk Contact: Simon Cooke - Managing Director E: simon@ronniescotts.co.uk T: +44 (0)20 7432 6903 / +44 (0)7973 835 584 Paul Pace - Music Bookings Co-ordinator E: paul@ronniescotts.co.uk T: +44 (0)20 7432 6921 / +44 (0)7870 915 682
Consultancy: Career consultancy for musicians
E: sueedwardsjazz@gmail.com T: +44 (0)7973 726 756
showcases the live energy of the quartet’s performances and is a product of playing regularly for the last few years together, creating a unique modern take on high energy swing with influences from blues, soul and the whole history of jazz. “Thornton has a sound that recalls the succulent tone of Paul Chambers, and the more recent work of bass behemoth Christian McBride, and as an alert accompanist with a listenable way about him, Thornton is the real thing.” - Stephen Graham
Tim Thornton Tim Thornton is a London-based double bassist whose second album The Feel Good Place is being released this year on Jellymould Records. His quartet performs regularly at Ronnie Scott’s, hosting the late sessions, and will be touring to celebrate the release of the record. The album
Tori Freestone Tori Freestone is a British multi-instrumentalist and composer who has been performing at the forefront of the British improvised music scene as both a side woman and highly regarded bandleader for many years. However, it is
After the release of the group’s first record New Kid, the quartet toured the UK and Tim won the 2013 Rising Star category at the British Jazz Awards. Tim also performs with a wide variety of musicians in various other groups including clarinettist Julian Bliss, saxophonist Gilad Atzmon, trumpeter Guy Barker MBE, singer Sir Willard White, violinist Rudi Berger and saxophonist Logan Richardson to name a few. www.timthorntonbass.com E: timthorntonbass@gmail.com T: +44 (0)7984 645 373
Freestone’s trio that has been gaining the most attention for her as of late. Comprised of longtime musical associates Dave Manington (double bass) and Tim Giles (drums), Freestone has been developing her own repertoire which explores the openness that the saxophone trio allows while taking inspiration from both her folk roots and some of the non-chordal sax led trios of the moment culminating in her recent debut album In the Chop House released on the prestigious transatlantic Whirlwind Recordings label, which has gained her wide critical acclaim. “Freestone has clearly listened widely, but her musicality and broad experiences have stirred all that input into an imposingly original sound” - John Fordham, The Guardian “This absorbing collection heralds the arrival of a fine trio and a new talent in the thriving British jazz scene” - Phil Barnes, All About Jazz www.torifreestone.com / www.whirlwindrecordings.com/tori-freestone-saxophones-and-flutes/ E: tori_freestone@hotmail.com T: +44 (0)7957 496 973
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Viva Voce (Charlotte Keech) Management for Ian Shaw, British Jazz Singer. Ian Shaw has been described as one of the most distinctive, original and creative jazz singers that the UK has produced, as well as being a talented pianist and song writer. Twice voted Best Jazz Vocalist at the BBC Jazz Awards, he has more than a dozen albums to his name. While his solo shows become ever more popular, he is much in demand as the featured soloist with big bands and orchestras both in the UK and internationally, alongside pairings with the likes of Guy Barker, Liane Carroll and Claire Martin and over the years has also worked with Quincy Jones, Abdullah Ibrahim, Cleo Laine, Kenny Wheeler and John Taylor. His USA success was based on three highly acclaimed American releases, one with the legendary Cedar Walton, and Downbeat said of his 2008 recording, Lifejacket (Linn Records) “surely a contender for album of the year”. His most recent release, an anthology of songs with lyrics by the American poet Fran Landesman, A Ghost In Every Bar led Jazz Times to write, “The Welsh vocalist remains the gentlest of troubadours and most nakedly magical of storytellers”. “An incredible vocalist ... he has few rivals” - The Times www.ianshaw.biz E: charlottekeech@yahoo.co.uk T: +44 (0)7957 975 635
Whirlwind Recordings was established in 2010 by recording artist, freelance bassist, composer, bandleader and producer Michael Janisch, a US native who relocated to London in 2005 and created the label specifically for the worldwide release of Purpose Built, his debut solo album. Since then the label has grown considerably releasing an eclectic catalogue of adventurous and visceral music that spans genres, is rooted in originality and has key emphasis on the improvised. The artists on the label range from established masters to guiding lights of their generation to undiscovered stars in the making. “Whirlwind Recordings is the new label of the moment, releasing a diverse cross section of excellent music.” - BBC Radio 2 “Whirlwind are quickly making a name for themselves in uncovering some of the hippest new talent.” - UK Vibe “American bassist Michael Janisch’s Whirlwind label is fast becoming a major player.” - The Guardian “Whirlwind has established itself, in a remarkably short time, as a natural home for music of power and quality.” - London Jazz News www.whirlwindrecordings.com Contact: Michael Janisch E: info@whirlwindrecordings.com