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I can’t quite believe I’m sitting here, writing the foreword for the 2018 Swanage Jazz Festival brochure. This time last year life was very simple! All I had to do was practice the guitar by day and play jazz gigs in the evenings.I was as surprised and saddened as anybody to hear that the festival was to fold last year so I offered to take it on, and Fred Lindop, the artistic director, agreed. I think the actual words I chose at the time were: “There must be somebody out there who’ll keep it going. If the worst comes to the worst, I’ll do it!”Well, the worst did come to the worst!I am not an entrepreneur, a speculator or an investor.I am merely a jazz guitar player who couldn’t bear to see another festival disappear. My motivation is for no other reason than to do my utmost to ensure that this wonderful event continues this year and (hopefully) for years to come.Fred and the committee worked tirelessly to set up and keep this little jewel in the the UK jazz calendar going for twenty eight years and I salute them for their sterling efforts. As a mark of respect for Fred’s work, the modern jazz tent (Marquee 2) will henceforth be known as the Lindop Tent.A huge debt of gratitude is also owed to all those jazz fans who supported the ‘Kickstarter’ crowd funding campaign in October of 2017, all those who came to the fund raising concert in the Mowlem Theatre last year and all those who bought tickets for the Fibonacci guitar raffle. Without all your help this festival would not be happening and we all owe you our thanks.I’ll be honest. If somebody had told me before I threw my hat into the ring how completely and utterly all-consuming the organisation of this

festival would be, I would have walked away but, now everything is in place, I feel a sense of achievement such as never before.Much of the work has been largely unseen but there has been fundamental change behind the scenes - mainly modernisation of the infrastructure. Tickets are now available online through the new website, there is an online mailing list (which saves the festival a small fortune in postage), all bills are now paid electronically, the itinerary is all online etc, etc. You’ll also see some very obvious changes when you turn up. The marquees are now big tops and there will be more refreshments on site. The concerts previously held in the Methodist Church will, for this year at least, be held next door (on the right) in the Youth Centre. There’s a big venue in there with sound baffles on the walls. Who knew??I made the decision to up the festival income and push through the VAT barrier which has essentially dictated the finances for years and this has of course led to having to up the ticket prices. This was totally unavoidable if I were to achieve the changes that you will see this year. Thank you for not balking at the prices. Even with the changes, Swanage is still one of the best value jazz festivals in the U.K. I have done my best to ensure that the programming for the 2018 festival is very much a continuation of previous years’ and as such I have made sure that many friends and stalwarts, who have made SJF what it is, are once again performing this year. For instance - Keith Nichols’ Blue Devils, Alan Barnes, David Newton, Greg Abate, ‘Spats’ Langham, Martin Litton’s Red Hot Peppers, John Maddocks and Dave Brennan’s Jubilee Jazz Band are all here again.


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It should be mentioned at this juncture that we were profoundly saddened to hear that Dave Brennan passed away earlier this year. The band will perform under the leadership of Terry Kennedy.There will be some new faces too and I’m very pleased to have managed to book some really fabulous acts who have perhaps been ‘over budget’ in previous years. Phronesis, Jazz Jamaica and the Echoes of Ellington orchestra, for example, are all here this year.Excitingly, we now have a late licence at the Conservative Club on Friday and Saturday nights, where Andy Davies, the virtuoso trumpet player who runs the upstairs sessions at Ronnie Scott’s, will be hosting this late night jam session with his irresistible enthusiasm. I have no idea how popular this will be and the club isn’t huge so I’m hoping there won’t be too many turned away because of limits on numbers. Bear with me. It’s an experiment!I’m pleased to have rekindled the relationship with the Mowlem Theatre and aside from the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars/Claire Martin OBE public show on the 13th there will be lots of great small groups playing in the Community room, such as the Mark Crooks/Colin Oxley quartet, the AIison Rayner Quintet, Anthony Kerr Quartet and more. I’ve tried to avoid stylistic clashes elsewhere.The irrepressible Kai Hoffman will be leading lindy hop dance classes with her fabulous band in the British Legion on Saturday night and I’ve introduced some modern jazz to the free fringe events this year, variety being the spice of life...I’ve also made sure that I keep the contact with local young musicians and we have the Dorset Youth Jazz Orchestra playing twice and the Queen Elizabeth’s School Jazz Orchestra.Similarly, I vowed to source all employment locally and this has led to most of the beer and cider being provided by Hattie Brown’s which is the only brewery in Swanage. I have tried it all (work, work, work...) and can assure you that it’s great stuff! The website was designed by Anthony Elleray who’s company ‘Design the Box’ is based in the town and the brochure was produced by the totally invaluable and professional Rik Rose, who also provides ‘state of the art’ sound and light with his company ‘StageLightSound.com’.Paul Burrows’ help and fantastic ‘go ahead’ attitude has been a joy. His company ‘Tidal’, based in Poole, have provided all the tickets,

wristbands and merchandise and it’s been an absolute pleasure to work with him.The dynamo force of nature that is Frank Roberts has been running around town like a soldier ant, making sure that everything’s running exactly as it should and, should you manage to catch up with him, you should give a give a pat on the back!Massive thanks to Elaine Crouch who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help make sense of the mountain of paperwork, to offer profoundly wise advice and to be an absolute rock in the darker times.We have also a debt of gratitude to Cambridge drums who have supplied the kits for the main stages, and to Absolute music of Poole who have supplied the amplifiers. Massive thanks to you.Taking on this festival didn’t turn only my life upside down. My family have been swept along on this journey too. They didn’t ask for this and yet they have all shown incredible tolerance and much needed emotional support. They’ll all be helping out down at the bar, if they are still talking to me!A special thanks must go to all the stewards and volunteers, without whom the festival could simply not function. I could sit here thanking people all day and there are many, many others. They know who they are.Thank you.Thank you all.

I’ve suggested that it might be good etiquette to ‘stroll’ between venues in a break and, although we wouldn’t dream of enforcing this(!) I have introduced breaks half way through sets to enable not only this but trips to the bar, the loo, etc. without having to wait for too long.If you have any feedback then feel free to get in touch. This is very much ‘your’ festival and I want you all to be happy.I literally could not have worked any harder to make this happen and if I see that everybody is enjoying themselves then it will all have been worth it.

Have a great weekend.

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GREG ABATEThe Lindop Tent - Saturday 11.30amGreg Abate jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer continues as an International Jazz/Recording Artist with 225 days a year spent touring the globe. In the mid 70’s after finishing a four year program at Berklee College Of Music, Greg played lead alto for the Ray Charles Orchestra for 2 years.In 1978 Greg formed his group Channel One which was a favorite in the New England area and from there had the opportunity to play tenor sax with the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra under leadership of Dick Johnson from 1986 to ’87.Following this experience Greg ventured out as post hard bop soloist playing Jazz Festivals, Jazz Societies and Jazz Clubs throughout the U.S. Canada and abroad, including most of Europe, UK, and Moscow and Georgia Russia.Greg recorded his first CD Live At Birdland NYC in 1991 on the Candid Jazz Label with the trio of James Williams, Rufus Reid and Kenny Washington. To this date Greg has recorded over 17 other recordings as leader. Greg is also an adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at Rhode Island

College and is also a very active jazz clinician with co-sponsorship from the Selmer Instrument Co., conducting workshops and master classes through the U.S and abroad.

“Abate is not content to rely on stock bebop riffs and standard chord progressions. Rather, the sharp angularity of his phrases and the often startling pauses in his fast-moving lines give his work a feeling of constant invention and creativity.” Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune“…Abate’s musical style can be seen as a distillation of swing’s easygoing vibe and bop’s more animated groove. He has developed a unique voice.” METRO San Jose

ARQ - ALISON RAYNER QUINTETMowlem CR – Saturday 2.30pmARQ’s profile has risen rapidly in the past four years, with extensive touring and critical acclaim for their second album, ‘A Magic Life’. Described by the Guardian as ‘spirited, eloquent and graceful’ and by the Observer as ‘purposeful, full-toned and melodic, a beautifully integrated

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band’, their music is awash with infectious grooves, lyrical melodies and a music founded in jazz but with folk, rock, classical and world music influences. They have built a substantial and wide-ranging audienceand four and five star reviews in jazz and national press. Their recent ‘Magic Life’ UK tour concluded with a sell-out night at the Soho Pizza Express Jazz Club.

“The quintet’s multi-faceted pieces are full of delightful colour and detail –but for all their sophistication remained wholly accessible and unfailingly melodic.” The Jazz Mann

Alison Rayner - double bass, Buster Birch - drums & percussion, Steve Lodder - piano, Diane McLoughlin - saxophones, Deirdre Cartwright – guitar

THE ALAN BARNES OCTETThe Lindop Tent – Friday 9pm-11pmAlan Barnes is a prolific international performer, composer, arranger, bandleader and touring soloist. He is best known for his work on clarinet, alto and baritone sax, where he combines a

formidable virtuosity with a musical expression and collaborative spirit that have few peers. His range and brilliance have made him a ‘first call’ for studio and live work since his precocious arrival on the scene more than thirty-seven years ago. He has written many compositions and arrangements for his all-star octet including ‘The Sherlock Holmes Suite’, ‘A Jazz Christmas Carol’ and ‘Fish Tales’ and runs a successful Jazz record label; Woodville Records.Alan’s warm rapport with audiences have made him uniquely popular in British jazz. He has received over 30 British Jazz Awards, most recently in 2016 for clarinet, and has twice been made BBC Jazz Musician of the Year.

Mark Nightingale - trombone, Robert Fowler, Karen Sharp, Alan Barnes - saxophones/clarinets, David Newton – piano, Simon Thorpe – double bass, Clark Tracey - drums

ALAN BARNES & DAVID NEWTONThe Lindop Tent – Sunday 11.30amAlan Barnes and David Newton have been playing duets for 40 years. These multiple award winners cover a vast repertoire from Louis Armstrong to

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Chick Corea and play with an empathy that can only come with long experience. David is one of the greatest solo jazz pianists this country has ever produced and Alan plays multi reed instruments. They have developed an empathy and telepathic sympathy which only playing together for many years can bring.The emphasis, as always, is on swinging, accessibility and interplay. Expect a hugely entertaining programme of straight ahead jazz flawlessly played and interspersed with lots of anecdotes and peppered with humour.

IAN BATEMAN & SIMON SPILLETT with THE CRAIG MILVERTON TRIO ‘Coppin’ The Bop’ - A tribute to J.J.Johnson and Frank RosolinoThe Lindop Tent – Saturday 4pmFrank Rosolino and JJ Johnson were two of the greatest jazz trombonists that ever lived. They both played in the bands and orchestras spanning the golden years of jazz and maintained busy studio careers. During the age of bebop, trombonists were getting less of a look in as the saxophone and trumpet took centre stage. Indeed, few trombonists could master that style, until players like JJ and Frank came along.In the late 1950’s they both formed small jazz groups, usually trombone with a tenor sax and piano trio. The recordings that they made in their own names stand out as some of the greatest, yet they seem elusive in the glut of better known bebop recordings of the time.Ian Bateman took on the task of transcribing many of these recordings and performing them live. Ian usually takes this show into the jazz clubs and festivals with a variety of musicians. Swanage Jazz Festival will be privileged to have award-winning tenor sax man Simon Spillett joining Ian on trombone with the fabulous Craig Milverton Trio to play some of these classic recordings in a live setting. Be prepared to get down to some seriously swinging jazz.

BATEMAN BROTHERS JAZZ BANDMarquee 1 – Friday 7pmWhen the Bateman Brothers Jazz Band won the award for best jazz CD in the 2011 British Jazz Awards, some reviewers thought they were listening to Louis Armstrong’s All-Stars. Alan’s uncanny likeness to Louis’ trumpet playing is now widely recognised, as is Ian’s ability to be as lyrical on Trombone as Jack Teagarden and as punchy as Trummy Young.

You’ll hear the same arrangements as played by the All-Stars, whose strength was in their 300+ live performances worldwide every year for 20 years and this band certainly brings that sound to life. They are joined by vocalist Rachael Pennell, enabling the band to feature those wonderful duets between Louis and Velma Middleton.The band is packed with stars of the British jazz scene who were members of the bands of Kenny Ball, Acker Bilk, Chris Barber and Terry Lightfoot. With that pedigree behind them, this band knows how to swing and get the audience on the edge of their seats. That’s how it was with Louis Armstrong and his All-Stars and that’s how it will be when the Bateman Brothers make their long-awaited appearance at Swanage Jazz Festival, much to the delight of their many fans.

Alan Bateman – trumpet/vocals, Ian Bateman – trombone, Trevor Whiting – clarinet, John Day – double bass, Craig Milverton – piano, Nick Millward – drums, Rachael Pennell – vocals

BRASS VOLCANOESMarquee 1 – Saturday 8.30pmThe Brass Volcanoes, based in London, are inspired by the New Orleans brass band tradition, while also incorporating influences from other cultures and genres. This is all tied together with top class musicianship and a sense fun, giving the band its own unique sound. Sousaphone player Graham Hughes formed the Brass Volcanoes in 2007, and from the outset the focus was on spontaneity, energy, interaction and joy.The Brass Volcanoes have a repertoire built from songs that would be familiar on the streets of New Orleans, interpretations of songs from other genres, and numbers composed by members of the band themselves. This gives the band its own unique sound unlike any other in the UK.Described as a band that “is totally impossible not to enjoy”, The Brass Volcanoes has been inspiring people of all ages and tastes at clubs, arts centres and festivals across the UK.

“They made my day with their enthusiastic, infectious vibe.” Keswick Jazz Festival“Loved, loved, LOVED this gig tonight - you were all amazing! ” Wilderness Festival

Graham Hughes – sousaphone, Gabriel Garrick, Ben Cummings – trumpets, Malcolm Earle-Smith – trombone, Jac Jones – tenor sax, Alessandro “Bubu” Canini – drums


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DAVE BRENNAN’S JUBILEE JAZZ BANDRed Lion – Saturday 1pm, White Swan – Saturday 9pm and Sunday 1pmThe Dave Brennan Jubilee Jazz Band played at all previous Swanage festivals and are delighted that Nigel has invited us back for this year. The line up is the same as last year with Wil Robinson on trumpet, Mike Taylor trombone, Martin Boyd clarinet, Malcolm Hogarth keyboards, Isabel Toner bass and Terry Kennedy drums. Following the sad death of Dave this year Terry has now taken over as leader and the plan is to continue playing the same style of New Orleans influenced music for which the band has become well known.

MARK CROOKS/COLIN OXLEY QUARTETMowlem CR – Saturday 5pmTwo highly regarded jazz musicians, always in great deman, here lead a classic straight-ahead jazz quartet of sax, guitar, bass and drums.Saxophone and clarinet player Mark has performed in countless jazz settings, working with a hugely diverse range of musicians from Spike Robinson to Simon Rattle, Elaine Delmar to Lady Gaga, John Dankworth to John Wilson.

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Mark Crooks - clarinet and tenor sax, Colin Oxley - guitar, Simon Thorpe - bass, Matt Home – drums

ANDY DAVIES QUARTETMowlem CR – Sunday 5pmAndy Davies aka The Spidermonkey is one of London’s top jazz trumpeters. He was given his jazz powers after being bitten by a false widow spider in his bed in Greenwich (true story!) He regularly plays with the Ronnie Scotts Allstars Quintet and runs the famous Upstairs Jazz Jam at Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club every Wednesday night. He has released several albums under his own name and has recorded for many jazz and pop artists. As well as blowing his horn around Britain, Europe and the rest of the world he works in television and radio as a voice over artist, presenter and actor appearing regularly for Cartoon Network, Channel Five and MTV amongst other media channels.


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THE DIXIE STROLLERS Marquee 1 – Saturday 4pmThe Dixie Strollers are a new seven piece jazz band in the Dixie/New Orleans style of the 1920s-1950s, made up of some of London’s most exciting new jazz talents. Between them the band have played in all of the major London jazz venues including Ronnie Scott’s, The Vortex, and the 606 Jazz Club, as well as at the London Jazz Festival, Royal Albert Hall and many others. Influenced by Alex Welch, Kid Ory, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong, and boasting a front line of trumpet, clarinet and trombone as well as a four-piece rhythm section, the Dixie Strollers are guaranteed to get you on your feet!

James Davison - trumpet , Will Scott - clarinet, Ton Green - trombone, Harry Sankey - guitar, Sam Watts - piano, Misha Mullov-Abbado - bass, Scott Chapman – drums

DORSET JAZZ YOUTH ORCHESTRAMarquee 1 – Sunday 11.30amDorset Jazz Youth Orchestra is run by the Dorset Music Service and provides an opportunity for young people in Dorset to experience jazz in one of it’s most exciting forms. The 18 piece ensemble has appeared at the Swanage Jazz Festival and entertained the Swanage Jazz Club as recently as February. Currently directed by Kevin Morgan, Principal Trombone of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, the band performs a big band repertoire as well as arrangements of great songs, old and new.

SARA DOWLING QUARTETThe Lindop Tent – Sunday 4pmGifted with immensely emotional vocals, Sara’s influences are wide and far-reaching. Born from an Irish father and Arabic mother, she was surrounded by the turning records of her father’s jazz collection and the chant like voice of Lebanese singer Fairuz and Umm Kalthoum blaring out of her mother’s radio. Now one of the U.K’s leading jazz vocalists, she is a regular performer at London’s prestigious Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and the 606 Jazz Club. She is known for her interpretations of classic ballads as well as the up tempo standards from the American Song Book.

“Her voice has all the qualities that you find in the great singers” Guy Barker

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Sara Dowling – vocals , Matt Home – drums, Dario Di Lecce – double bass, Gabriel Latchin – piano

ECHOES OF ELLINGTON JAZZ ORCHESTRA ft. CLAIRE MARTIN OBE‘The Duke’s Greatest Hits’The Lindop Tent – Saturday 9pm In 1914, a young man called Edward Ellington wrote a simple piano piece entitled Soda Fountain Rag. Over the next sixty years, he would compose a cannon of work which would have him recognised as the foremost American composer of any genre. Nicknamed Duke by his schoolfriends because of his regal bearing, Ellington’s music contains a unique blend of contrasts and contradictions - the music is unique, exciting, earthy and refined.The Echoes Of Ellington was first formed in 1994 to celebrate the Duke’s music, and to bring it to a modern audience. Today, the orchestra is in its finest incarnation yet, with highly specialised virtuoso players on all the instruments who understand intimately the nuances put on the page by the Duke. This concert will focus on the great hits - Take The A Train, Satin Doll,

Mood Indigo, Caravan, Don’t Get Around Much Anymore, Sophisticated Lady, and all your other Ellington favourites!

Directed by Richard Pite. Soloists - Colin Skinner, Dean Masser, Ian Bateman, Louis Dowdeswell, Enrico Tomasso and Jay Craig.

FLETCH’S BREWYouth Centre - Sunday 4pmIn 2010 renowned drummer Mark Fletch put together a band compromised of some of the most innovative players in British music. That band became Fletch’s Brew. Across evolving line-ups and with many of Fletch’s long-time collaborators joining the band, the central ethos of Fletch’s Brew remains commitment to spontaneity. Whether playing original compositions or new arrangements from across the jazz cannon, the band’s style floats seamlessly between the idioms of fusion, funk, bop, reggae and rock.

Freddie Gavita - trumpet/flugel, Laurence Cottle - bass, Ross Stanley - organ, Mark Fletcher - drums/abuse

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BENNY GOODMAN AT CARNEGIE HALL The Lindop Tent – Sunday 1.45pmRegarded as the finest jazz spectacle ever, the Benny Goodman Carnegie Hall concert of 1938 is revered by big band fans, and recordings of that historic event continue to still sell today on vinyl and CD. It’s thanks to Benny that jazz was elevated from the dance halls, clubs and dives to the concert platform. The repertoire is as refreshing today as it was in 1938, and Pete Long and the All-Star Goodmen Orchestra bring it alive with their outstanding musicianship. In keeping with the original concert Pete uses Benny Goodman’s favoured clarinet reeds and drummer Richard Pite plays an exact replica of Gene Krupa’s kit using Gene’s actual cymbals and brushes. The entire repertoire from the 1938 concert is featured, including Don’t Be That Way, Sing Sing Sing, I Got Rhythm, If Dreams Come True and Springtime in the Rockies. Long, who has played with Jools Holland and Ronnie Scott’s Big Band, will have a big band that includes singer Joan Viskant and musicians Enrico Tomasso, Anthony Kerr and Richard Pite as they pay tribute to such a landmark concert.

Directed by Pete Long. Soloists – Pete Long, James Davison, Ian Bateman, Duncan Hemstock, Anthony Kerr. Joan Viskant – vocals

JOHN HALLAM/AMY ROBERTS QUINTETThe Con Club – Saturday 7pmJohn Hallam is a highly acclaimed clarinettist and saxophonist whose musical journey has taken him from military bands to jazz. He has played alongside many leading lights, including Humphrey Lyttelton, George Melly, Stephane Grappelli and Alan Barnes. He has running his own band since 2000, and joined forces with Amy back in 2010 to form the Hallam/Roberts Quintet. Amy Roberts trained as a classical musician at the Royal Northern College of Music, before spending four years as a prominent member of The Big Chris Barber Band. Since leaving to focus on her own career she has been in huge demand as a freelance performer, working with bands such as the London Swing Orchestra, Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Matthew Herbert Brexit Big Band and Keith Nichols Blue Devils. Amy has won three British Jazz Awards, in 2009, 2011 and 2015. continued on p.22

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THE STROLLER VENUES

The Conservative Club is next to the Post Office, opposite the station, entrance via set of stone steps in Kings Road East.

Marquee 1 and The Lindop Tent are located on Sandpit Field near the clock on the seafrontThe Youth Centre is located in High Street, 100 yards up from the Town Hall and just up from the Methodist Church. For the fit among you, there is a steep short cut path from Kings Road, opposite the Health Centre and 25 yards from the Con Club.

The Mowlem Committee Room is on the second floor of the Mowlem Theatre on the sea front. There is a small passenger lift from the lobby to the second floor.

THE FREE VENUES

The White Swan is in the High street, just up from the Square and down from the Library.

The Red Lion is in the High street, just up from the Library and down from the Town Hall.

The Black Swan is in the High street, on the corner of Townsend Road.

The Old Stone Quay is just before the Pier, next to Gee White’s café and Ice Cream kiosk.

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John Hallam – saxes & clarinet, Amy Roberts – flute, sax & clarinet, Craig Milverton – piano, Bill Coleman – bass, Nick Millward – drums

SCOTT HAMILTON & CHAMPIAN FULTONThe Lindop Tent – Saturday 7.15pmA native of Providence, Rhode Island, Scott Hamilton is one of the great swinging tenor players, following in the footsteps of legends such as Ben Webster, Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins, and Stan Getz. Mentored by the great Roy Eldridge, Hamilton was at the forefront of the new generation of jazz musicians that helped revive the sophisticated sound of small-group swing. Scott has recorded over 40 albums as leader, with his glowing, rich sound and well-honed craft preserving the best traditions of the mainstream jazz movement. Oklahoma-born, Champian Fulton is a brilliant jazz pianist and vocalist. Although still in her twenties she has released nine albums as a leader. Twice named Rising Jazz Star of the Year by Downbeat magazine, she enjoys a busy international touring schedule, performing

songs from the Great American Songbook with jazz royalty such as Lou Donaldson, Clark Terry, Louis Hayes and more.Featuring a top-class rhythm section of Arnie Somogyi (bass) and Stephen Keogh (drums), this swinging quartet first performed at the 2017 Cork International Jazz Festival, where the Irish Examiner described Champian as ‘the find of the festival’.

JONNY HEPBIR TRIOWhite Swan – Friday 9pm, Con Club – Saturday 4pm, Black Swan – Sunday 3pmJonny’s jazz manouche project is celebrating 10 years with the current line up. Spanning across the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s, the band’s music of choice is a vibrant blend of gypsy swing, jazz standards and funky latin, mashed up with some snappy arrangements and all played from the heart. The band has performed to great acclaim at the Samois festival (the Mecca of gypsy jazz), as well as IGGF, Birmingham jazz fest, Love Supreme and Beachdown.

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KAI HOFFMAN & HER KOMBOBritish Legion – Saturday 4pmKai Hoffman & her Kombo have been jiving, rocking and swinging in the UK for over ten years. With an eight-year vintage club night residency at Ronnie Scott’s - deemed “London’s coolest hepcat hangout” by The Stage, and awarded Critic’s Choice by Time Out London - Kai & her Kombo really know how to keep you out on the dance floor and having a great time. Come learn to lindy with Kai & her Kombo swingin’ out! Originally from the USA, Kai is a sought-after performer at festivals and venues across London. Her international shows include Don’t Tell Mama and the Metropolitan Room in New York City, The Blue Note in Milan, and performances in countries as varied as Bangladesh, the Netherlands and Russia.

“A TRUE entertainer, and we don’t see so many of those anymore!” Jim Caruso, Birdland, NYC

JEREMY HUGGETT’S DART VALLEY STOMPERSThe Con Club – Saturday 9pmMaking a welcome return to Swanage Jazz Festival is one of the UK’s top bands, Jeremy Huggett’s Dart Valley Stompers. The Dart Valley Stompers was formed in 2005 and features Award Winning Reed Player Jeremy Huggett on Clarinet, Saxophones & Vocals. With a repertoire firmly rooted in Traditional & New Orleans jazz The Dart Valley Stompers is guaranteed to get your feet tapping and stomping!

Graham Trevarton – trumpet, Jeremy Huggett – clarinets saxes & vocals, Tony Mann – trombone, Howard Williams – banjo & guitar, Keith Tolley – double bass, Graham Smith – drums

JAZZ AT THE PHILHARMONIC The Lindop Tent – Sunday 9pmIn 1944 jazz impresario Norman Granz booked the Philharmonic Auditorium in Los Angeles and presented the very first Jazz at the Philharmonic. For 40 years he took the show around the world and featured many of the greatest names in jazz including Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Oscar Peterson, Lester Young, Charlie Parker, Flip Phillips, Roy Eldridge, Dizzy Gillespie as well as his favourite singers Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.Now, 70 years later The Jazz Repertory Company presents its tribute to Jazz At The Philharmonic

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using some of the most exciting players in the UK and the show’s ringmaster is the ebullient Pete Long (M.D. of Ronnie Scott’s Big Band, Echoes of Ellington, Gillespiana and long time sideman with Jools Holland). In September 2014 the show was presented at London’s Cadogan Hall and the 700 strong audience recreated the enthusiasm and fervour that is so evident on the many original concert recordings of JATP. “Bristling, hard-swinging, surging, big-toned, competitive, the dictionary can hardly do it justice...What a joy.” Peter Vacher

JAZZ JAMAICAThe Lindop Tent – Sunday 7pmThe mighty Jazz Jamaica have rightly earned their place as ‘one of the UK’s leading good-time bands’ (The Independent) through live performances and dynamic album releases spanning two and a half decades. Led by double bassist, Gary Crosby, Jazz Jamaica is guaranteed to get you on your feet and dancing with their special blend of rock steady rhythms, skanking ska beats, and pumping reggae grooves interweaved with sophisticated jazz swing.

‘Music for the head as well as the hips.’ The Times

ANTHONY KERR - The Art Of The Vibes Mowlem CR – Sunday 7pmEver since Lionel Hampton introduced the vibraphone into the world of jazz in the 1930s, the instrument has attracted a devoted following within the jazz scene, with various exponents of the craft appearing within all sorts of groups and styles. In ‘The Art Of The Vibes’, Anthony Kerr charts the journey of the instrument, from novelty to mainstream, through the various eras of jazz. Combining classic tunes associated with the masters of the vibraphone with original compositions and arrangements, this program gives the audience a fresh perspective on the unique sounds and colours of this most ethereal and enchanting of instruments.

TONY KOFI – A Portrait Of CannonballThe Lindop Tent – Friday 7pmAlto-sax master Tony Kofi fronts this loving celebration of the jazz giant (in every sense) Julian ‘Cannnonball’ Adderley. The group traces the explosive music of Cannonball from his first session as leader in 1955 through work with

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Miles Davis to the soul-jazz of the 1960s. The repertoire includes Adderley brothers classics like ‘Things Are Getting Better’, ‘This Here’, ‘Del Sasser’, ‘Dat Dere’, ‘Sack o’Woe’ and ‘Mercy, Mercy, Mercy’ - as well as a guest vocal spot by Deelee Dubé exploring the memorable 1961 collaboration with Nancy Wilson. Cannonball Adderley was one of the best-loved figures in post-war jazz. Hailed as ‘the new Bird’ on his emergence, he made historic recordings with Miles Davis and John Coltrane as well as having many crossover hits as a pioneer of soul-jazz. Born Julian Edwin Adderley in Tampa, Florida, on September 15th 1928, he attended the US Navy School of Music before moving to New York City in the 1950s. Spanning bebop to jazz-funk, he was a unfailingly inventive and communicative virtuoso. He died on August 8, 1975; 2018 would have been his 90th year. Tony Kofi - alto saxophone, Byron Wallen - cornet, Alex Webb - piano, Andy Cleyndert - double bass, Alfonso Vitale - drums, Deelee Dubé - vocals

SPATS LANGHAMMarquee 1 – Sunday 4pmA performance typically includes some well known classics from song-writers such as Cole Porter and Irving Berlin, and vocalists such as the Ink-Spots, Al Bowlly and Bing Crosby mixed with more unusual and rarely heard hot syncopated jazz tunes. Spats Langham has a great ear for unearthing great and unusual tunes, and was described by the late Humphrey Littleton as ‘a Jazz Archeologist!’

MARTIN LITTON’S RED HOT PEPPERSMarquee 1 – Saturday 11.30amMartin Litton’s Red Hot Peppers, expertly recreates the music of Jelly Roll Morton, and has been featured on BBC Radio, and at Festivals throughout the UK.

Paul Lacey - trumpet, Graham Hughes - trombone, Trevor Whiting - clarinet, Will Scott - saxophone, Martin Litton - piano, Thomas Spats Langham - guitar & banjo, Malcolm Sked - string bass, brass bass, Nick Ball - drums

THE JOHN MADDOCKS JAZZMENMarquee 1 - Saturday 7.15pmThe John Maddocks Jazzmen hail from Dorset and Hampshire and reach their 45th birthday

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in 2018. The Jazzmen have their own sound brought about by the unique style of John’s clarinet playing. John was originally inspired by the fine clarinettist Johnny Dodds, but John is his own man and encompasses influences from all over the traditional jazz spectrum.Personnel changes have been few over the years and this helps to give the band its cohesiveness. The band is also well known for its drive and the inclusion of some seldom heard tunes in the repertoire along with some fine arrangements from Peter Wilkinson, the band’s trumpet player.Having played what was to be the last ever traditional jazz set at Swanage Jazz Festival in 2017 the band is absolutely delighted to be able to play at the Festival again in 2018.

John Maddocks - reeds, Peter Wilkinson - trumpet, Chris Gower - trombone, Chris Satterly - piano, Peter McCurrie - bass and sousaphone, Doug Kennedy - banjo and guitar, Brian Barker – drums

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN JAZZ BANDMarquee 1 – Saturday 1.45pmFormed in 2013 by a nucleus of musicians from the Chris Barber, Acker Bilk and Kenny Ball bands,

the Magnificent Seven jazz band comprises some the most sought-after and successful musicians on the jazz scene today. Performing a wide range of jazz styles through well crafted arrangements, this band of versatile musicians successfully blends music from every jazz genre into an exciting and approachable package.Paying homage to the great jazz masters of the early jazz period as well as keeping alive the sounds of the swing era, the Magnificent Seven’s repertoire also celebrates the jazz revival of the 1950’s, tipping their hat to the great bands of Barber, Ball and Bilk. Their two albums, “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly”, and “A Jazz Odyssey” have been well received by audiences and critics alike. This band takes no prisoners!

Amy Roberts - clarinet, flute & saxophones, Richard Exall - clarinet & saxophones, Ian Bateman - trombone, Ben Cummings - trumpet, Nick Millward - drums, Bill Coleman - bass, Craig Milverton – piano

GEORGIA MANCIOYouth Centre – Saturday 1.45pm‘Salud! Tom Jobim!’Award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist, Georgia

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Mancio and virtuoso reeds player, Mark Crooks co-lead this tribute to the remarkable Brazilian composer, singer, multi-instrumentalist and Bossa Nova co-creator Antonio Carlos “Tom” Jobim. Jobim’s beautiful, bitter-sweet melodies evoke the sunshine and easy rhythm of Brazil combined with a jazz musician’s sense of harmony, the eloquence of George Gershwin and Irving Berlin and the sweep of Debussy, Chopin and Ravel. Salud! Tom Jobim recreates the hits (Desafinado, Chega de Saudade, Corcovado and most famously The Girl from Ipanema) as well as lesser known gems with collaborators Elis Regina, Stan Getz, João and Astrud Gilberto. Georgia and Mark lead an all-star band to pay an authentic and soulful appreciation of this timeless music.

Georgia Mancio - voice, Mark Crooks - sax & clarinet, Robin Aspland - piano, Colin Oxley - guitar, TBC - bass, Dave Ohm – drums

CLAIRE MARTIN OBEClaire is a featured soloist with the Halle Orchestra, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, the RTE Concert Orchestra, the Royal Northern Sinfonia, the BBC Big Band and the BBC Concert Orchestra. Claire co-presented BBC Radio 3’s flag ship jazz program ‘Jazz Line Up’ for seventeen years and during that time interviewed many of her musical heroes such as Pat Metheny and the late Michael Brecker.

“One of the finest jazz singers in the world today” Jazz Journal“Our finest jazz singer” The Time

THE MCCORMACK & YARDE DUOYouth Centre – Sunday 11.30amImagine a musical mélange, where a cross-genre of music--where jazz meets classical--communicates to the audience through weaving melodies while showcasing the joys of group interplay and individual virtuosity. Welcome to the McCormack & Yarde Duo.Andrew McCormack (piano) and Jason Yarde (saxes) are best known as highly accomplished jazz musicians. They have been playing and recording as a duo for a decade, earning significant acclaim. Their music is a synthesis of McCormack’s and Yarde’s diverse backgrounds, creating great lyricism with controlled poise…and then the pace can snap to white hot with raw energy and spontaneity.

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CRAIG MILVERTON TRIO (with GREG ABATE)Lindop Tent – Saturday 11.30am Craig Milverton is one of Britain’s finest Jazz Pianists and this was recognised in 2010 by winning Best Jazz Pianist in the British Jazz Awards and 11 Awards with Digby Fairweather and his Half Dozen in the Best Small Group Category. He also has many projects , including Trichotism alongside the brilliant award winning guitarist Nigel Price based loosely on The Oscar Peterson drumless trios, his tribute to Oscar Peterson Show which features the superb Canadian guitarist Dominic Ashworth , gifted young Ray Brown inspired bassist Sandy Suchodolski and the great swinging drummer Nick Millward. His solo piano show ‘Jazz Piano Legends’ pays homage to 17 Great Pianists from James P Johnson to Dave Brubeck. He plays regularly at one of the worlds most famous jazz clubs; Ronnie Scott’s, and has toured and performed at top venues and festivals across the globe.

Britain’s nearest to Oscar Peterson” Digby Fairweather“An extravagantly gifted pianist with an unrivalled swing” Dave Gelly, The Observer “A hard swinging pianist whose chops certainly bring to mind, the great Oscar Peterson” Cadence magazine, USA

DAVE MORWOOD’S ‘RASCALS OF RHYTHM’The Con Club – Sunday 11.30amThe Rascals came into being some 25 years ago and soon developed a very distinctive and instantly recognisable sound. They don’t fit easily into any obvious category but provide a refreshing visit to an era of swinging, carefree jazz with a repertoire drawn from Jelly Roll Morton to Duke Ellington & Count Basie via Fats Waller and John Kirby. The band is tuneful, swings like mad and exudes energy and enthusiasm.The Rascals are fronted by two superb musicians, Mike Wills & Tony Blincowe who between them play enough reed instruments to stock a shop (or maybe a museum). The drumless rhythm section consists of Perry Lock, piano, Mike Bennett, bass and Dave Moorwood, acoustic guitar, occasional vocals and arrangements, and was once described by Digby Fairweather as “Springy as a trampoline & uncluttered as air”.Dave takes great delight in searching for gems

amongst the myriad almost forgotten songs of the 20s & 30s, which over the years has resulted in a large, varied and unusual repertoire.

KEITH NICHOLS & THE BLUE DEVILSMarquee 1 – Sunday 9pmThe 10 piece Blue Devils was formed by Keith in 2003 following on from his highly successful Midnite Follies Orchestra of the 70’s and The Cotton Club Orchestra in the 80’s and 90’s. The band plays music gleaned from Keith’s vast archive of music from the 1920’s and 30’s featuring the music of such greats as Duke Ellington, Fletcher Henderson, Louis Armstrong, Jean Goldkette and many more. Titles include Puttin’ On The Ritz, Singing In The Rain, Button Up Your Overcoat, It Had To Be You, Anything Goes, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and Night and Day.

‘NOT JUST SAX’Red Lion – Sunday 1pm‘NOT JUST SAX’ are a group of four professional musicians from the south who share a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz and enjoy pushing the boundaries of the idiom with both a variety of well known jazz favourites and beautiful originals composed by pianist Ray Shea. The range of music styles crosses from gentle ballads and waltzes to fast swing, latin and funk. The band has been together since 2002 and have played all over the south coast at a variety of jazz clubs and festivals, appealing to a wide range of ages. All musicians feature heavily in this band, hence one of the reasons why the band name ‘Not Just Sax’, was chosen. The band are excited to be launching their 6th album ‘Ticket To Everywhere’ at Swanage Jazz festival and are delighted to be playing again at The Red Lion.

Sarah Bolter - saxes/flute/vocals, Ray Shea - piano, Pete Maxfield - double bass, Johnny Eyden – drums

OLD HAT JAZZ BANDMarquee 1 – Sunday 1.45pmOld Hat Jazz Band continues the tradition of crafting music with a hot and swinging approach from favourite tunes of the 1920s and 30s. Featuring some of the finest musical talent London has to offer and combining the quintessential sound of the 20s and 30s with originality and characterful musicianship, Old Hat Jazz Band enjoys playing for dancers and listening music lovers wherever they are invited.


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Lizy Exell – drums, Will Scott - reeds, Joe Webb – piano, Mike Soper – trumpet, Louis Thomas – bass

OXLEY - MEIER GUITAR PROJECTMowlem Community Room – Saturday 7pm This gig will be a part of their third extensive tour (since Feb ’ 17) promoting their new double-album, ‘The Colours Of Time’ - a development from their previous release, ‘Chasing Tales’. On both of these albums, Pete Oxley and Nic Meier shared writing duties throughout, bringing to the fore their diverse influences and interests in ‘orchestrating’ various guitars. When playing live, they aim to recreate their broad palette of sounds, bringing at least ten differing guitars with them (nylon 7-string, steel string, fretless, 11-string fretless, sitar-guitar, 12 string, etc.). For this concert, the guitarists will be joined by the stunning rhythm section (as per the 2nd disc on The Colours Of Time) of Raph Mizraki on basses and Paul Cavaciuti on drums and percussion. The Oxley – Meier Guitar Project perform with an almost uncanny empathy in their interplay. Expect lush and scintillating soundscapes ranging from Turkey to Brazil!

PHRONESIS Youth Centre – Saturday 9pmWith the critically acclaimed release of their sixth album ‘Parallax’ in 2016 (recorded at Abbey Road studios, London) and a reputation for spellbinding, roller-coaster live performances, twice MOBO-nominated Anglo-Scandinavian trio Phronesis have captured the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide. Formed in 2005, they have performed widely across Europe and taken their engaging grooves, irresistible rhythmic energy and breathtaking group interplay to concert stages and festivals across the world from Morocco to Brazil and Australia to North America, (where the trio returned in the summer of 2017 for a tour of seven jazz festivals).In March 2017 Phronesis released their seventh album, ‘The Behemoth’, recorded in Germany with the hr Frankfurt Radio Big Band - a special commissioned project to celebrate the band’s tenth anniversary, for which composer/arranger Julian Argüelles created innovative big band arrangements of the trio’s compositions drawn from their entire back catalogue. These arrangements have been performed in the UK,

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Germany and at North Sea Jazz Festival 2017.

“One of the most exciting bands on the planet!” Jazzwise Magazine

Jasper Høiby – double bass, Ivo Neame - piano, Anton Eger – drums

DOM PIPKINThe Con Club – Saturday 11.30amWith appearances across the globe backing musicians such as Paloma Faith, Ray Davies, Paul Weller and Morcheeba, the “UK’s best-kept piano secret” is one of the gems of the blues piano scene. A specialist in New Orleans piano styles, Pipkin regularly wows audiences some of the toughest piano playing you’ll hear in Europe right now. He’s been featured in live sessions on Radio 2, Jazz FM, and shared the stage with luminaries such as Allen Toussaint, Jon Cleary, and Ellis Marsalis at “Piano Night” New Orleans.

“I can’t hold a candle to this guy, he’s a great piano player” Jamie Cullum“Dom brings the whole New Orleans thing to the UK. So good!” Zigaboo Modeliste, The Meters, and godfather of New Orleans funk.

NIGEL PRICENigel Price is a regular performer at Ronnie Scott’s with over 500 performances, spent three years with the James Taylor Quartet, has performed with the BBC Big Band, Carleen Anderson and the legendary David Axelrod.His blend of flowing, fiery bebop lines, deep blues feeling and the will to swing hard has made him a big hit with jazz fans.Nigel won ‘Best Guitarist’ in the British Jazz Awards in 2016 and his band – the Nigel Price Organ Trio- ‘Best Ensemble’ in the 2010 APPJAG awards and the British 2017 Jazz Awards.

“There’s an exhilarating tight-loose swing and old-school honestly about Price’s brand of soul-bop that leaves you panting” Mojo“The real thing” London Jazz News“Brilliant” The Evening Standard

THE RONNIE SCOTT’S ALL STARS ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’Mowlem Theatre - Friday 9pmDirect from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration and rare archive images and footage, The Ronnie

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Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’.Since it’s humble beginnings as a basement music bar where musicians would jam, through to the internationally acclaimed music venue it is today, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has showcased the music of some of the world’s greatest and most influential Artists. Hosting landmark performances from the likes of Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Michael Bublé – and not forgetting surprise appearances by the likes of Jamie Cullum, Stevie Wonder and Prince! Featuring classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s, alongside narration and projected archive images and rare footage from the club, ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook’ is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible history. Hosted and performed by the award-winning Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, led by the Club’s Musical Director, this is a unique evening celebrating the music and history of Ronnie Scott’s, and is a must for any music fan.

“Outstanding players. For poise, balance and swing they’re a joy to listen to” The Observer

PAULUS SCHÄFER TRIOThe Con Club - Sunday 4pmRegarded as Gypsy Jazz royalty, Paulus Schäfer is known globally as one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation. The Dutch Sinti Gypsy is one of a small handful of contemporary world class guitarists bringing the musical style first played by his forefather, the great Django Reinhardt to the international jazz stage. Simply put, Paulus is a true master currently defining the modern sound of gypsy jazz, expect to be blown away by his staggering virtuosity and beautifully lyrical guitar playing, a must for lovers of real acoustic music.Paulus’ Trio features Dutch double bass legend Arnoud Van Den Berg as well as UK guitar virtuoso Chris Quinn.

“The best gypsy jazz guitarist in the world!!” Le Quecumbar – London

Paulus Schäfer – guitar, Chris Quinn – guitar, Arnoud Vandenburg – bass

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JULIAN SIEGEL QUARTETYouth Centre – Sunday 1.45pmWith the Julian Siegel Quartet, Julian has chosen to work with some of this generation’s most distinctive voices to create a group that is becoming one of the most in-demand quartets on the UK Jazz scene. The band features inspirational pianist Liam Noble, his fluid touch and dazzling imagination perfectly complementing Siegel’s music and playing, and providing a perfect foil for the many directions the music can turn. With the creative spark of dynamic drummer Gene Calderazzo and the deep groove of bassist Oli Hayhurst dove-tailing perfectly with Siegel and Noble this is unquestionably one of the UK’s most exciting and powerful quartets. Following up from their London Jazz Award winning album ‘Urban Theme Park’ (Basho) the band released their third Album ‘VISTA’ on Whirlwind Recordings in February this year. It features ten of Julian’s compositions plus an arrangement of Bud Powell’s ‘Un Poco Loco’. This new acoustic set of music moves freely through varied sound worlds and colours, from undercurrents of bop to searching ballads and joyful melodies.

Julian Siegel – tenor saxophone, Ivo Neame - piano, Conor Chaplin - double bass, James Maddren - drums

GRAHAM SMITH’S JAZZ ALLSORTSCon Club – Saturday 1.45pmMidlands based drummer, and musical director of Pershore Jazz Festival, Graham Smith, who has performed at past Swanage Jazz Festivals in various bands and ensembles, now brings his own band for the first time.Jazz Allsorts was formed in the early 90’s and grew in popularity until Graham joined The Antique Six Jazzband. In more recent times Graham has been encouraged to resume the band’s activities and is delighted to bring a rather special line-up to the festival. The band derived it’s name for performing Allsorts of jazz, played by Allsorts of musicians, for Allsorts of tastes and this session provides the ideal opportunity to do just that with the combination of the reed playing talents of Alan Barnes and John Hallam joining forces in the front line. Supporting Graham in the rhythm section will be Rod Kelly on keyboard, together with the UK’s voice of Kellogg’s Tony the Tiger and superb double bass player Tom Clarke Hill. This session will be ALLSORTS of ‘G-r-r-reat’ fun.

THE SOUND OF BLUENOTEThe White Swan – Saturday 3pmThe Sound Of BlueNote features some of the most prominent jazz musicians in the Southwest accurately recreating the music that defines BlueNote Records in the 1950s and 60s. The repertoire features music from BlueNote legends like Hank Mobley, Freddie Hubbard, Art Blakey, Horace Silver and more, all directly transcribed from the original recordings and performed with all the swinging intensity that is synonymous the legendary record label.

“The Sound Of BlueNote takes its lead from the greatest recordings on the iconic jazz label... Slick ensemble passages alternate with inspired solos to bring this exceptional material very much to life! This may be a celebration of a golden musical age but in a modern and very relevant context.” Alan Barnes

SIMON SPILLETT ‘Tribute To The Tenors – from swing to bop to bossa-nova and beyond’Youth Centre – Saturday 7.15pmMulti award-winning saxophonist Simon Spillett presents a celebration of the rich tradition of the tenor saxophone in jazz, performing music associated with the great pioneers of the instrument (Coleman Hawkins, Ben Webster and Lester Young,) modern jazz icons (Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane and Joe Henderson) and cool school idols (Stan Getz and Zoot Sims). There’ll also be some surprising choices from lesser-known jazz figures. The music is illustrated by fascinating stories about each of the featured saxophonists, the whole package tied together with Simon’s signature dry wit.

Simon Spillett – tenor sax, Robin Aspland – piano, Alec Dankworth – bass, Clark Tracey – drums

CLARK TRACEY QUINTET The Lindop Tent –Saturday 1.45pmThe English equivalent of Art Blakey – a great drummer, most often known for his work with father Stan, works today with the stars of tomorrow. Playing originals and standards with the greatest energy and communication for the post-bop world.


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TUXEDO JAZZ BANDMarquee 1 - Friday 9pm“It has been my great pleasure to work with Tony when he performs in New York City. I love his great singing and the style in which he sings and entertains, bringing back the spirit and fun of the 1920s, 30s and 40s. Tony Jacobs and his Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra is one of our top vintage groups we have today!” Grammy Award Winner, Vince Giordano

“Music from the ’20s and ’30s performed at its best. I loved it!” John Suchet, Classic FM

“Tony Jacobs’ wonderful Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra stormed Keswick’s Theatre By The Lake as part of the pre-Jazz Festival concert series. Authentic and fresh, this band of superb musicians and singers prove that, the music of the 1920s and 1930s by composers such as Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and Cole Porter can, in the right hands, sound newly-minted. Little wonder the capacity audience was clamouring for more!” Keswick Jazz Festival

Peter Rudeforth, Tony Waller – trumpets, Graham Hughes – trombone, Sue Greenway, Jimmy Hastings – saxes, Mick Foster – baritone

sax, Martin Litton – piano, Sandy Burnett – double bass, Jeff Lardner – drums, Len Walker – banjo

VITALITY FIVE Con Club – Sunday 2pmFormed in 2015 and initially developing out of a series of informal workshop sessions in South London, the Vitality Five are an all-star quintet dedicated to performing and recording authentic 1920s small-group jazz. Specialising in the kind of blistering ‘hot stomps’ inspired by the records of the California Ramblers, Jelly Roll Morton’s Red Hot Peppers and many others, the Five include sensational virtuosi from the UK, USA and Australia. Since their formation they have appeared at festivals and toured across Britain and Europe, performed live on BBC Radio Three and recorded an eponymous debut album (2016) and are releasing a monthly series of recordings available from popular streaming sites.

Michael McQuaid - clarinet, alto saxophone & trumpet, David Horniblow - bass saxophone & clarinet, Martin Wheatley - banjo & guitar, Andrew Oliver - piano, Nicholas D. Ball - drums

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BYRON WALLEN ‘FOUR CORNERS’ Youth Centre – Saturday 4pmOriginally from Tottenham, Byron Wallen has lived in Woolwich, South East London, for nearly 20 years. In 2016 Byron was commissioned by PRS For Music Foundation to compose a suite of music celebrating his chosen home town, a suite which became known as ‘Anthem for Woolwich’. Byron’s work draws inspiration from contemporary and indigenous cultures. This piece combines the music of a large part of the world whilst retaining its own distinct voice reflecting the heritage, diversity and vitality of Woolwich.The project was conceived in 2013, sitting in the central square in Woolwich, Byron was struck by the community around him. It seemed unique and wonderful with its mixture of ages and nationalities, from Nepalese elders to young Nigerian men, and Somali mums with young families, a new Eastern European contingent and descendants of families who used to work in the docks and at the Arsenal. For many years, Woolwich had been a place spoken of with great negativity, particularly by those who didn’t actually engage with the area. The aim of this composition is to pay a lasting homage to Woolwich and deepen the artistic and personal relationships within the community. Byron’s passionate musical knowledge and his fascination with the human spirit is evident in this new music which is breath-taking in its excitement and depth. Byron Wallen performs ‘Anthem For Woolwich’ with his band Four Corners.

Byron Wallen - trumpet, Rob Luft - guitar, Paul Michael - bass, Rod Youngs - drums

GARY WILLCOX QUARTET Youth Centre – Saturday 11.30amThe Gary Willcox quartet was formed in 2007 as way for Gary to develop his skills as a composer. Since then the band has worked predominantly around the London and South East area taking in venues such Ronnie Scott’s, The 606 Club, Jazz Café Posk, to name a few. Gary’s compositions are in a contemporary vernacular but take on influences from Popular Music song forms, Big Bands, Be-Bop & Modal Jazz.The band have their own ‘Contemporary Straight Ahead’ sound, rooted in the tradition but with each member’s own voice on their respective instrument combining to create a

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fresh but recognisable palate. As well as Gary’s own compositions the band also reinterpret works by some of the giants of modern jazz e.g. Theloniuos Monk, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, Wayne Shorter and Ornette Coleman.

“...Inspiring and in the moment playing. ” Jerry Bergonzi “A versatile band with a rich, emotive sound: three powerful yet thoughtful soloists propelled by a lively, rustling drummer, playing open, attractively airy music imbued with just the right mix of punch and wistfulness.” Chris Parker

Gary Willcox - drums & leader, Stephen Main - alto sax, Oli Hayhurst - double bass, Ross Stanley – piano

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