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The Cambridge return of a major UK jazz musician, in an exceptional, dynamic and driven trio.Andy Sheppard – tenor and soprano saxophones
Rita Marcotulli – piano
Michel Benita – double bass
Andy Sheppard Trio marks an unprecedented encounter between the masterful saxophonist Andy Sheppard, Italian jazz icon pianist Rita Marcotulli and one of the most prominent bassists on the European circuit, French bassist Michel Benita. Three highly individual musicians, all of whom have had a big role in shaping what we call the sound of European jazz today.
In this new trio, Sheppard has the opportunity to develop an entire programme of new compositions, taking a spirited fresh approach to his writing, honouring jazz in its tradition but allowing free space for interpretation by the trio. Collectively exploring the possibilities of improvisation and interplay, the music is anchored in structure but open to lyricism, free to choose new paths and take on different directions in the making.
“Simply exquisite.” London Jazz News
“Together they created a cinematic sound that was simply beautiful.” Jazzwise
“…this new trio has an extra magic to it.” London Jazz News
“The trio of Andy Sheppard designs the new itinerary of European jazz.” Il Gazzettino
Starts 7:30pm. All ages (under-14s must be accompanied by an adult). Accessibility information for the Howard Theatre is in its AccessAble guide.
£25
+ £2.50 booking fee
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Downing College, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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