London jazz festival
Shabaka Hutchings/Britten Sinfonia/Paterson review - tangible exhilaration
A leading light of London’s jazz scene gave an extraordinary demonstration of his clarinet expertise, adding nuance to Copland and Stravinsky
Erica Jeal
19, Nov, 2020 @1:15 PM
'He'll make your head explode': sax stars on the genius and tragedy of Charlie Parker
He was nicknamed Bird and he soared in his music – if not in his life. For the centenary of the saxophonist who redefined jazz, today’s players reveal how his dizzying speed and spirituality changed their lives
Interviews by Kate Hutchinson
18, Nov, 2020 @6:00 AM
Move with Mingus: The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady hit the dance floor
Unable to fully stage their celebration of the classic 6os album, Clod Ensemble are inviting audiences to a listening party for London jazz festival
Lyndsey Winship
17, Nov, 2020 @2:06 PM
John Cumming obituary
Founder of the London jazz festival who nurtured the careers of many musicians
Richard Williams
20, May, 2020 @11:44 AM
Art Ensemble of Chicago review – still free and funky after 50 years
With septuagenarians flanked by young rising stars, this was a thrilling show of scalding soloing and imaginative improv
John Fordham
25, Nov, 2019 @11:19 AM
Wormwood Scrubs blues: inside the gig mixing prisoners with the free
As part of London jazz festival, Rhiannon Giddens performed in the chapel at Wormwood Scrubs prison – supported by a choir of inmates
Nigel Williamson
22, Nov, 2019 @5:07 PM
Iggy Pop review – fearless punk rages against the dying of the light
The grizzled crooner is in a nihilistic mood, thumbing his nose at the Grim Reaper in this brilliantly spirited performance
Stevie Chick
22, Nov, 2019 @10:38 AM
Jan Garbarek Group review – smooth jazz and squeaky toys
Amid celebrations of the ECM label’s 50th anniversary, the Norwegian saxophonist delivered some compelling exploratory solo
John Lewis
18, Nov, 2019 @1:35 PM
Herbie Hancock review – fusion fantasist digs deep to keep it fresh
Even after half a century, the jazz legend’s playing was unpredictable as he switched effortlessly between styles
Ammar Kalia
18, Nov, 2019 @12:06 PM
Cécile McLorin Salvant review – finely-honed artistry and charisma
The Grammy-winning American singer puts on a typically nonchalant performance full of revelations
John Fordham
17, Nov, 2019 @3:39 PM
'This goes in deep!' Jazz stars give their tips for the London jazz festival
Leading performers including Laura Jurd and Makaya McCraven select the hottest tickets at the festival, from Herbie Hancock to Iggy Pop
Gazelle Twin, Makaya McCraven, Cleveland Watkiss, Laura Jurd, Marius Neset, Omar Hakim
13, Nov, 2019 @3:45 PM
Phronesis / Supersilent review – adventurous jazz turned up to 11
UK-based piano trio Phronesis had some effervescent improv to offer, though the ferocious noise made by Norwegian trio Supersilent had already driven some audience members away
John Fordham
25, Nov, 2018 @2:56 PM
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