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SUMMARY:Cellicious!
DESCRIPTION:Doors 6:15 PM\, Music 6:45 PM - 1 set(s) of music\n \nLine-up:\nKate Shortt - Cello\nRupert Gillett - Cello\n\n \nAbout\nJoin this cellicious ride with cellist/jazz singers Kate Shortt and Rupert Gillett as they join forces to express their take on the world of standards\, Latin\, originals plus more. Kate Shortt\, cellist\, singer songwriter\, cabaret artist and comedienne is known for her avant garde improvisations and off the wall humour. Rupert Gillett\, multi instrumentalist\, singer\, composer and jazz bassist is an experienced artist in rock\, blues and Eastern European styles\n\n‘...Shortt’s solo took the honours. It was an unusual but impressive juxtaposition of overtones\, atonality and snatches of delicate folk melodies...’\nIan Mann Jazz reviewer\n‘...The stand out performance came from Rupert Gillett. Great cellist with comical side and songs that were instantly playing in your head...’\nFiona Jarvis - Blue Badge Style\n‘...Nonchalantly brilliant musicality...’ Sebastian Scotney UK Jazz\n\n[embed]https://youtu.be/RayCMODbc4E?si=DN2UE47yEcG1heVO[/embed]
URL:https://www.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/cellicious/
LOCATION:11 Gillett Square\, London\, N16 8AZ
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SUMMARY:The Jonny Ford Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Doors 7:30 PM\, Music 8:00 PM - 1 set(s) of music\n \nLine-up:\nJonny Ford - Sax & conductor\nGeorge Millard - Alto sax\nTom Smith - Alto sax\nHarben Kay - Tenor sax\nAlex Western-King - Tenor sax\nMick Foster - Bari sax\nGeorge Hogg - Trumpet\nTom Dennis - Trumpet\nGeorge Jefford - Trumpet\nJames Copus - Trumpet\nHarry Maund - Trombone\nRobbie Harvey - Trombone\nRory Ingham - Trombone\nYusuf Narçin - Bass Trombone\nBilly Marrows - Guitar\nMatt Carter - Piano\nTom Farmer - Double Bass\nJay Davis - Drums\nAbout\nReturning to the Vortex Jazz Club on the back of their sold-out show last year\, the Jonny Ford Jazz Orchestra is one of the most exciting new large ensembles on the UK jazz scene. Led by saxophonist and composer Jonny Ford\, the band brings together the UK’s finest improvising musicians to perform his original compositions\, blending intricate layers of orchestral jazz with vibrant energy\, exceptional skill\, and unwavering passion.\n\nJonny’s music is deeply inspired by people\, places\, and stories – each composition carries a relatable and accessible narrative\, shaped with the unique artistic voices of his band members in mind.\n\nHis writing draws influence from legendary big band composers such as Bob Brookmeyer\, Thad Jones\, Jim McNeely\, Maria Schneider\, Kenny Wheeler\, Nikki Iles\, Stan Sulzmann\, and Vince Mendoza\, alongside broader inspirations from Joe Henderson\, Wayne Shorter\, Egberto Gismonti\, and Olivier Messiaen.\n\nBeyond leading his band\, Jonny is an in-demand saxophonist and composer\, having worked with artists including Mica Paris\, Rebecca Ferguson\, Heather Small\, Cory Wong\, the NDR Big Band\, the Gareth Lockrane Big Band\, the Matt Carter Octet\, and the Tom Smith Big Band.\n\n \n\n[embed]https://youtu.be/i9oKCHD5a8M?si=-mdpD5WLqaYv_CLK [/embed]
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