Watermill Jazz Club - September 2008 Dates

SEPTEMBER 2008
		4th September Martin Speake’s Generations Martin Speake first came to prominence in the 1980s as a founder member of the award winning saxophone quartet “Itchy Fingers”. Reaching the age of 50 this year Martin formed this quartet, drawing on musicians across three generations. Joining Martin is 30 year old pianist Barry Green, alongside bassist Sam Lasserson and James Maddren on drums, both in their early 20’s. The theme of the group is ‘to play old songs in our own way’. Martin Speake – alto sax, Barry Green – piano, Sam Lasserson – double bass, James Maddren – drums
Tickets £11/£9*

		11th September Liane Carroll - Solo Performance Dynamic jazz singer and pianist Liane Carroll, with her eclectic blend of jazz blues and soul provided a memorable evening for last year’s Arts Alive Festival in an appearance with her trio. This concert features Liane in a solo performance, covering a broad repertoire from the contemplative Tom Waits and Lauro Nyro, through to familiar jazz standards, as well as Liane’s self-penned original material. Advance booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. Liane Carroll – vocals and piano
Tickets £12/£10*

		18th September Nicolas Meier Group Swiss born guitar virtuoso Nicolas Meier makes a return visit to the club after his impressive appearances in both 2006 and 2007. The quartet’s repertoire is drawn from fusion, jazz and Turkish traditional music. Joining Nicolas in the front line is Dave O’Higgins one of Britain’s finest contemporary jazz musicians. Tom Mason and Dylan Howe complete the line-up. Nicolas Meier – acoustic fretted and fretless guitars and saz, Dave O’Higgins – tenor and soprano sax, Tom Mason – acoustic bass, Dylan Howe – drums
Tickets £11/£9*

		25th September Milan Svoboda Jazz Quartet Pianist Milan Svoboda is one of the leading personalities on the Czech musical scene, who has gained international renown, his quartet having toured across Europe, America and India. His composing and conducting skills span a wide range of styles including modern jazz, musicals, film, theatre and contemporary classical music. The quartet formed in 1979 play modern mainstream jazz with contemporary rock and folklore elements. This concert forms part of a brief UK tour. Milan Svoboda – piano, Milan Krajic – tenor and soprano sax, Filip Spaleny – electric bass, Ivan Audes – drums
Tickets £11/£9*