by Nick Hart | Oct 20, 2020
Following the terribly sad news received this morning that British Rhythm & Blues Star Spencer Davis died yesterday in Los Angeles, the festival will present a tribute on record to the incredible Spencer Davis Group. From 6pm at The Bull’s Head – home of...
by Nick Hart | Oct 16, 2020
Born to song writer and playwright Stephen and artist Lynette, Melvin has had material played on the BBC, Rick Wakeman’s Planet Rock Show and live interviews and sessions on mainstream national radio along with writing and television work. He has currently...
by Nick Hart | Oct 15, 2020
“Ronnie’s” is a celebration of the legacy of Ronnie Scott and his world famous jazz club. Featuring previously unseen and unheard performances as well as interviews with some of the most iconic figures in music, the film explores the club’s 60 year history and shines a...
by Nick Hart | Oct 15, 2020
Friday October 24th at 9.00 pm needs noting in the diaries of all lovers of the best in big band jazz. Rather belatedly BBC Four is screening the late Jeremy Marre’s 75-minute documentary, Count Basie: Through his Own Eyes, produced in 2018 in association with Eagle...
by Nick Hart | Sep 10, 2020
16 times winner of the British Jazz Awards, David Newton is everyone’s idea of the complete jazz pianist. From swinging stride piano to meditative improvisations to beautifully supportive accompaniments to singers, he has it all. From his emergence from Leeds College...
by Nick Hart | Sep 3, 2020
A key element in the Festival’s presentation of solo jazz stars is effective accompaniment and for many years Keith Bill has been a reassuring sight at the keyboard. A keenly attentive, unselfish and responsive accompanist as well as a fine soloist, he is particularly...
