Featuring Mark Nightingale and Callum Au, two of the major award- winning forces in British jazz trombone playing today, this line-up is reminiscent of the fabulous melodic swinging groups of the 1950’s and 60’s led by J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding.
The pairing of two jazz musicians has, only rarely created a unique and pleasing sound that becomes instantly recognisable, achieving long-lasting acclaim from fans and critics alike.
When in 1945 J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding paired up for a new quintet there were those who though a two-trombone front-line simply wouldn’t work. How wrong they were!
The Jay and Kai Quintet was an instant hit. Over many subsequent years right through until 1983, this duo produced a wealth of recorded material than stands the test.
The repertoire of music being performed in this Dean Street concert, by Mark Nightingale and Callum Au, includes some J&K classics as well as other standards and originals given the uniquely refreshing and appealing two-trombone treatment.
It’s a jazz trombone tour-de-force that will have your toes tapping and your face smiling!
Here’s Mark in full flow
And just around the corner here’s Callum
“It was such a treat to hear two of the UK’s best trombonists play in the style of the classic J&K band. The harmonies and counter melodies were brilliant and the solos very exciting – there’s an obvious synergy in the band too. Well worth booking!” Ian Pennicott, Director Teignmouth Jazz Festival
“Mark Nightingale never puts a foot wrong, producing a string of solos which are constantly inventive while keeping your foot tapping” - Tony Augarde (Crescendo Jazz Magazine)
The Trio playing with Mark & Callum
Graham Harvey - piano,
Alec Dankworth - double bass and
Clark Tracey -drums
Doors 6.45pm
Music 8pm
Tickets £25