About this Event
Bar 7 pm / music 8 pm
Esther Bennett’s ‘Malaga Connection’!
There is a thriving and very brilliant jazz scene in and around the province of Malaga… (not to mention a world-class jazz school at ‘Elcamm’, (El Centro de Artes y Música Moderna de Málaga)! I have been performing at various jazz clubs and venues in the region for over a decade, and I am delighted to be bringing to Jazz Café POSK two of Malaga’s finest jazz musicians: Sergio Diaz Muñoz on drums and Fernando Toyos on double bass. They will be joining myself and Anglo-Spanish pianist John Crawford for an original project, presented at Jazz Café POSK, and entitled ‘The Malaga Connection’!
This concert will feature original material and standards that I have been performing with all these musicians over various gigs and over the last few years. The instrumental numbers will display not only their jazz expertise but also reflect their roots in Flamenco, Tango and Latin music. Be prepared for a wonderfully textured, well-crafted and interesting mix tonight from some of Europe’s most experienced and world-class jazz artists!
Esther Bennett (Birmingham) is one of the London jazz scene’s most respected and widely loved jazz vocalists. She juxtaposes sensitivity with a sparkly sense of humour, her song delivery leaving audiences utterly compelled. Her debut album "Just in Time" produced by multi award winning singer Ian Shaw was released in 2004 and since then she has carved out a career performing at leading clubs and festivals throughout the UK and Europe including Ronnie Scott's, Pizza Express, 606 Club & The Clarence Jazz Club, Malaga. Her repertoire draws from the albums and projects she has have written, produced, and developed over the past several years. Deeply rooted in storytelling and musical exploration, her work moves fluidly between original material, reimagined standards, spoken word & poetry and new interpretations that reflect an ongoing creative journey.“Vocalist Esther Bennett’s many virtues include an incredibly seductive lower register and a winning sense of humour” – Jazzwise magazine
Sergio Díaz Muñoz (Marbella) - a drummer with a deep connection to jazz and improvisation. His creative rhythms and passion for diverse musical styles give the group a vibrant and modern feel that demonstrates a constant evolution in each of his works. His ongoing activity in multiple ensembles has led him to perform in jazz clubs and at international festivals across Spain and in several countries. Although most of his activity is focused on projects related to jazz and improvisation, he is a versatile musician and a lover of all kinds of music. He has played and recorded with an impressive and extensive list of jazz artists that include Perico Sambeat, Julián Sánchez, Jorge Pardo, Paul Stocker Joseph Carra & Enrique Oliver whilst also running several of his own projects.
Fernando Toyos (Argentina) - a double bassist who graduated from the jazz program at the Manuel de Falla Municipal Conservatory in Buenos Aires. He has extensive experience both as a professional bassist and as a musical director in musical theatre, cruise ships, and television, performing in numerous ensembles as a sideman, leader, arranger, and composer.
In parallel to his performance career, he has developed a long-standing vocation as an educator in both Argentina and Spain. His teaching experience spans from early childhood music initiation to advanced levels, including the direction of orchestras and student ensembles. Currently residing in Malaga, Spain, he remains an active professional musician and dedicated educator.
John Crawford (London) - a pianist who blends jazz sophistication with the fire of Latin rhythm. With English and Spanish roots, he was raised on blues and immersed in salsa, flamenco, and Afro-Cuban traditions - a fusion that defines his sound. He’s performed at world-renowned festivals like Montreal, North Sea, and San Sebastián, and iconic venues including Ronnie Scott’s, the Royal Albert Hall, and the 606 Club. An Independent Music Award nominee, John’s albums ‘Ulia River of Time’, ‘Times and Tides’, and his latest ‘Room for Dancing’ have earned critical praise for their vibrant energy and heartfelt lyricism. He’s played with legends from both the Latin and jazz worlds - from Airto Moreira to Norma Winstone, Björk to Tony Kofi - and was a founding member of Grupo X and genre-blending project ISQ. Whether on stage or in the studio, his music is always alive with groove, emotion, and an infectious love of dance.
www.estherbennettmusic.com
Media patronage: Londynek.net
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Polish Social and Cultural Association POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, United Kingdom
GBP 16.96
