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Arve Henriksen in Leeds
Award-winning Norwegian trumpeter Arve Henriksen delivers his unique style of jazz on Thus 12 March in a rare UK gig at the Howard Assembly Room. Inspired by the Japanese shakuhachi flute, the high pitch flute-like sound that emanates from his trumpet fills the room with hauntingly beautiful music.
‘…innately spiritual and extraordinarily captivating music’ - All About Jazz
Joined on stage by electronic musician Jan Bang and guitarist Eivind Aarset, the trio will present music from album Places of Worship - a bewitching series of tracks inspired by religious buildings and ruins. Renowned for his experimental, textured music and use of his eerily enchanting soprano vocals, Places of Worship has been hailed by critics and audiences alike. Originally classical trained, Henriksen’s playing defies boundaries, and transforms the familiar sound of the trumpet into something truly breathtaking – after all ‘nobody plays a trumpet quite like the plaintively expressive Norwegian Arve Henriksen’ (The Guardian).
Alongside the ensemble, a specially commissioned film by visual artist Anastasia Isachsen will be shown. This cinematic critical reflection of place and space (mixed live) works in harmony with the music, eking out the subtlety of Henriken’s sound.
‘…sublime reflections on religious sites and buildings’ - The Guardian
An esteemed musician, over the years Henriksen has collaborated with Howard Assembly Room favourite Dhafer Youssef, Mats Eilertsen and vocal ensemble Trio Mediaeval to name but a few.
Tickets are £12.50 and can be booked online or by calling Leeds Grand Theatre on 0844 848 2727.
More details here...
http://www.operanorth.co.uk/howard-assembly-room
Howard Assembly Room
Leeds Grand Theatre
Upper Briggate
Leeds
LS1 6NU
Posted: February 13, 2015, 3:36 pmLit and Phil lunchtime gigs
James Birkett and Bradley Johnston
Paul Edis writes about the lunchtime jazz series at the Lit and Phil, near Newcastle rail station.
March 27th – James Birkett (Guitar) and Bradley Johnston (Guitar)
From Eddie Lang, through Django Reinhardt, to Pat Metheny and beyond, the guitar continues to have a universal appeal. James and Bradley present a programme of music by some of the most influential players of the last hundred years – taking the audience on a musical journey which moves from early jazz and blues, through swing and bebop, to cool and contemporary jazz.
April 24th – Paul Edis (Piano) and Graham Hardy (Trumpet)
Graham Hardy is an extremely versatile and talented Trumpeter, composer and
arranger, well known on the local scene as a sideman in the Sue Ferris Quintet, the Paul Edis Sextet and the Mick Shoulder Quintet as well as leading his own band the Northern Monkey Brass Band. He teams up for this gig with Paul Edis, described as a ‘brilliant young pianist’ (Alyn Shipton, The Guardian) to perform a concert that includes music by Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis alongside original material from the duo.
May 22nd – Triptych – Paul Edis (piano) Paul Susans (bass) and Rob Walker (drums)
Triptych is a new trio featuring Paul Edis (piano) Rob Walker (drums) and Paul Susans (bass). All three members of the group bring a diverse repertoire and extensive experience to create new interpretations of old standards alongside new compositions, often with a rhythmic twist!
June 19th – Mo Scott Trio – Mo Scott (voice) Paul Edis (piano) and Neil Harland (bass)
Mo, who has established a reputation through performances at major jazz and blues festivals, is regarded as one of the most exciting female singers around. Carrying on in the tradition of the great female vocalists, she perform a variety of music ranging from the most ‘delicate' of jazz ballads to ‘hot' blues. This trio, with pianist Paul Edis and bassist Neil Harland sees Mo leading a band that can truly swing and groove and provide the perfect back drop for some great songs.
July 17th – Sue Ferris Trio – Sue Ferris (sax/flute) Paul Edis (piano) and Neil Harland (bass)
Talented Saxophonist and Flautist Sue Ferris has performed in numerous groups in the North East and beyond. Her trioplays swinging straight ahead jazz rooted in the music of the 'Great American Songbook'.
The Literary and Philosophical Society, 23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 1SE.
All concerts are 1-2pm, tickets are £4 on the door
Posted: February 11, 2015, 2:47 amFirebird rising...
Richard Hardy writes : Contemporary jazz and grooves at the Central in Leeds this Thursday 12 Feb with Ian Chalk's "Firebird" - free entry! 9pm start
Ian Chalk - trumpet, John Marley -bass, Martin Longhawn - piano, Tim Carter - drums
Listen to their ep 'Risen' at www.firebirdquartet.bandcamp.com
Central
88 Wellington St
Leeds
LS1 4LT
Posted: February 10, 2015, 8:25 pm - John Coltrane @ Newcastle City Hall – November 1961
