EFG LONDON JAZZ FEST & BOPFEST: Nat Steele's "MJQ with Sonny Rollins" feat. Grant Stewart

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  • Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club

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  • Live Music, Dating and Festival
  • Tickets from £16.00
  • Jazz and Live Music
  • Over 12
  • Sun, 25th Nov 2018 @ 13:00 - 15:00
  • 13:00 - 15:00

EFG LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL & BOPFEST

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Nat Steele's "MJQ with Sonny Rollins" feat. Grant Stewart




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JAZZ CLUB | 1 PM


Nat Steele's "MJQ with Sonny Rollins" feat. Grant Stewart


A tribute to the great 1956 Prestige classic Sonny Rollins

with visiting US tenor giant Grant Stewart.




UK vibraphonist Nat Steele, in collaboration with visiting NYC tenor saxophonist Grant Stewart, plays his take on the classic 1950s Prestige album "Sonny Rollins with the Modern Jazz Quartet" with Gabriel Latchin, Dario di Lecce and Steve Brown.

Vibraphonist Nat Steele released his debut album, "Portrait of the MJQ" in 2017 to critical acclaim, being awarded Jazz Album of the Month in BBC Music Magazine and winning rave reviews from the jazz press and national papers.

Since his arrival on the scene, Nat has quickly gained a reputation as a talented musician to watch out for, described by Clark Tracey as "one of the best vibes players this country has ever produced."


"Sheer Delight" 
Peter Vacher (JazzWise Magazine)

"A refreshing treat for the ears." 
Rebecca Franks (BBC Music Magazine)

"Vital intensity…" 
Dave Gelly (The Observer)


Following in the style of Milt Jackson and Cal Tjader, Nat takes a two-mallet approach to improvisation, focusing on melodic interpretation and a great swing feel. The MJQ gained attention for bringing jazz out of the club and into the concert hall in the 1950s, and for being an early pioneer of the “third stream” fusion, combining classical compositional techniques with jazz improvisation. It featured the contrasting talents of its musical director and pianist, John Lewis, who played with an understated control, with the fiery, boppish stylings of vibes pioneer Milt Jackson. Pianist Gabriel Latchin is constantly in demand as a side man.

Most recently he’s gained attention for his role in performing with Christian McBride and Renee Fleming at Wigmore Hall. Bassist Dario di Lecce was raised in Bari, Italy, where he began studying double bass with Maestro Giorgio Vendola. He has performed around Europe and the US, and in 2012 he moved to London where he is currently working with some of the most important musicians the British jazz scene. Multi award-winning drummer Steve Brown is first call sideman with many of the capital's finest musicians, including engagements with Harry 'Sweets' Edison and Conte Candoli, and is a regular in Scott Hamilton's UK quartet.

Special Guest Grant Stewart from NYC – Tenor Sax
Nat Steele – Vibraphone
Gabriel Latchin – Piano
Dario di Lecce – Double Bass
Steve Brown – Drums


OTHER INFORMATION


GENRES:  BEBOP JAZZ

TICKETS: £16 PER PERSON

STROLLER PASS: £120 PER PERSON

SEE ALL 9 SHOWS (EXCLUDES WORKSHOP)


SEATING IS UN-ALLOCATED AND IS SUBJECT TO 1ST COME, 1ST SERVED BASIS

 

ONLY BAR FOOD & DRINKS AVAILABLE IN JAZZ CLUB


À LA CARTE DINING AVAILABLE IN THE MAIN RESTAURANT PRIOR TO SHOW

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13:00 - 15:00 £16.00

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Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club, 140 Newington Butts, SE11 4RN

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Toulouse Lautrec
Paying tribute to one of France's most flamboyant artists, Toulouse Lautrec is an intimate Brasserie & Wine Bar in Kennington, South London. Brimming with the bohemian charm of the Parisian jazz bars of a bygone era. The venue is rapidly becoming one of London's finest live music venue providing quality live music from Jazz to Soul Funk, from French Chansons to Latin Salsa.

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1) Tickets are non-refundable with 48 Hours of the event.
2) Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
3) We operate a Check-21. If you are lucky enough to appear younger than 21 you may be asked for photographic ID.
4) Seating is available on a first come, first served basis only. Latecomers may be required to stand until seating becomes available.
5) Reserved seating is only available for ticket holders of 7 or more people. Please call the venue with your ticket details.

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