Friday, 24th September 2010

Dick Pearce Quintet

Doors open 7.30pm
Music starts 8.00pm Tickets £13

Dick Pearce (trumpet), Pete Hurt (tenor saxophone), John Critchinson (piano), Tim Wells (double bass), Mark Fletcher (drums)

The Autumn season is kicked off with a superb quintet led by one of the great British trumpet and flugelhorn masters, Dick Pearce, who has brought together some of the very best jazz musicians in the UK in his new band. Having played in Ronnie Scott's band from 1980- 1993, Dick established himself as one of the finest trumpeters of his generation and his collaboration with Ronnie Scott gave him a great insight into what makes a jazz outfit successful - a combination of top musicians, playing jazz standards and interacting in a way that only happens in a jazz concert - so come along and experience for yourself the unique atmosphere of a great jazz gig at the Club.

"Look at the Trumpet player with Ronnie Scott tonight, Dick Pearce. Tremendously talented- I called home to a couple of friends of mine about him." Oscar Peterson

Friday, 29th October 2010

The Nigel Price Organ Trio plus Vasilis Xenopoulous

Doors open 7.30pm
Music starts 8.000pm Tickets £13

Nigel Price (guitar), Pete Whittaker (hammond organ), Matt Home (drums), with special guest Vasilis Xenopoulous (tenor saxophone)

We are delighted to present for his debut at the Club, Nigel Price, who is on a nationwide tour with his band throughout October and November. Nigel has been making waves on the jazz scene with his Hammond organ trio and the release of his CD 'Live' earlier this year established him as one of the finest guitarists around and also that his trio is one of the top working bands in the UK. In addition, Nigel's trio was voted 'best jazz ensemble' in the 2010 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and just look at the quote below from fellow ace guitarist, Jim Mullen, who reviewed Nigel's new CD. For tonight's concert, the trio is joined by the exciting young tenor saxophonist Vasilis Xenopoulous, who has worked with Nigel for some time. If you enjoy swinging, melodic and pulsating jazz, don't miss this concert!

"Nigel and his trio are way up there with the best, not just in the UK , but anywhere" Jim Mullen.

Friday, 12th November 2010

Greg Abate with the Tim Lapthorn Trio

Doors open 7.30pm
Music starts 8.000pm Tickets £13

Greg Abate (alto saxophone), Tim Lapthorn (piano), Mick Hutton (double bass), Mike Smith (drums)

Back by popular demand, top USA saxophonist Greg Abate makes a very welcome return after a two year gap. Greg Abate's career now spans over 35 years, starting with Ray Charles and Artie Shaw bands and then developing his solo career in the USA, recording numerous CD's with some of the best musicians on the scene in the States. Once again at our Club, Greg is re-united with the brilliant pianist Tim Lapthorn and those of you that were at the concert two years ago will remember the superb interaction of the musicians, creating a great evening of quality jazz. Greg is only back in the UK for a short tour, so don't miss this rare opportunity to hear one of the very best saxophonists in the world today.

"Greg Abate is an absolute powerhouse who will absolutely not let hard driving bebop die.
One of the most exciting players around today, Greg's commitment to the music is total" The Jazz Messenger

Sunday, 19th December 2010

OUR CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

78 RPM Big Band with special guest top vocalist Esther Miller

Doors open 7.30pm
Music starts 8.00pm Tickets £17.50

If you enjoy a great, swinging big band then 78 RPM is for you. Led by saxophonist Julian Landymore, the 17-piece band dominates the jazz, blues and funk big band scene in Cambridge and the surrounding area, playing a wide range of music from the pads of Ellington and Basie, through to the music of Earth, Wind and Fire.

We are delighted to present top vocalist Esther Miller as special guest with 78RPM. Esther has established herself as one of the very best jazz singers in the UK and around the world. From ballads to bop, sultry to swinging, this stunning vocalist radiates class and has a great rapport with both band and audience.

The late jazz master Humphrey Lyttleton, said of Esther..."Voice, style and presence – she’s got it all. A great talent "

This will undoutedly be a fabulous Christmas special- you are well advised to get your tickets early as a sell-out is guaranteed.