The talented jazz pianist Joe Masterson and his trio played a set of rousing instrumentals alongside an appearance from guest singer Suzi Woods for a Valentine’s evening of jazz and swing standards.
IT has now become something of a festive tradition to see some of the finest local jazz musicians on the live circuit, some sterling soloists and a capacity audience for the Lichfield Jazz Big Band Christmas concert.
A selection of well-chosen Christmas songs performed by some talented singers and musicians and some light-hearted comedy provided the entertainment at a festive Acoustic Lounge session.
The spirited singer Deborah Carew was joined by guitarist Harry Diplock and double bass player Marcus Penrose for an evening of swing jazz standards and festive favourites.
With a repertoire taking in classical music, classic carols and festive pop hits, the Highly Strung String Quartet provided an early festive concert for their attentive audience.
The acclaimed jazz quartet Fret and Fiddle played a set of music that ranged from songs by Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen and Willie Dixon, to jazz classics by the likes of Django Reinhardt and Duke Ellington.
Local trumpet player and composer Nick Dewhurst played a set of jazz standards when he appeared at the latest Sunday Jazz night at The Hub at St Mary’s.
