Name: Fraser Urquhart Quartet – “Live In Soho”
Start: 2024-11-06T19:30:00+00:00
End: 2024-11-06T22:30:00+00:00
Location: The Cabbage Patch, Twickenham

$Fraser Urquhart Quartet \u2013 \u201cLive In Soho\u201d$

A nod to the golden era of American show tunes.
About this Event

Prepare for an unforgettable night of jazz at Twickenham Jazz Club, as the Fraser Urquhart Band takes the stage with their dynamic and soulful sound.

Led by Fraser Urquhart, one of the UK’s leading jazz pianists, this ensemble will deliver a performance that showcases both the elegance and energy of jazz, all with a nod to the golden era of American show tunes.

Fraser Urquhart, praised by Jamie Cullum for his “extremely tasty sound at the piano,” brings his deep knowledge of jazz history to every performance. His unfailing elegance and impressive improvisational skills, developed over years of performing at iconic venues like Ronnie Scott’s and Pizza Express Jazz Club, make him a standout in today’s jazz scene.

Joining him is Pete Horsfall, an award-winning trumpeter and vocalist who has captivated audiences worldwide. With a career that spans performances at the Royal Albert Hall, Lincoln Center, and Ronnie Scott’s, Pete’s charismatic presence and distinctive sound will bring a rich, melodic layer to the evening.

On bass is Matyas Hofecker, one of Europe’s finest young jazz bassists. Having shared the stage with legends like Harold Mabern and Sheila Jordan, Matyas brings a deep, resonant groove, inspired by the likes of Paul Chambers and George Duvivier, that will anchor the quartet’s sound with rhythmic precision.

Having spent over 25 years in New York at the invitation of legendary saxophonist Lew Tabackin, Drummer Mark Taylor, built an illustrious career playing alongside jazz icons such as Joe Henderson, Chet Baker, George Coleman, Roy Hargrove, Woody Shaw, and Anita O’Day—just to name a few. His remarkable ability to create intensity at any dynamic level has earned him high praise, with Tabackin himself remarking, “There isn’t another drummer since Billy Higgins who can adapt…and create intensity at any dynamic level.”

Together, this talented group will create a vibrant mix of improvisation and musical storytelling, exploring timeless jazz standards and some unexpected gems. With their impeccable chemistry and shared passion for straight-ahead jazz, the Fraser Urquhart Band promises to deliver a night of toe-tapping tunes and soulful melodies.

Don’t miss the chance to experience this thrilling live performance—guaranteed to lift your spirits and fill the room with swinging, unforgettable jazz.

Famous Hospitality and World Class Jazz in an intimate venue

Established in 2003 Twickenham Jazz Club has a firm reputation for some of the finest Jazz Sessions life can offer.

Our loyal band of regulars are the lifeblood of the Twickenham Jazz Club and we aim to reward them by continuing to bring together the best “home-grown” and International jazz talent around.

Our varied program offers distinctive concerts across the Jazz Spectrum, from the harmonious intimacy of ‘The Vocal Session’ to the magnificence of ‘The Big Band Sound’ with many excellent smaller ensembles featured too.