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Saoco Collective is a six piece latin jazz group led by pianist/composer Jim Blomfield. They'll be playing a dynamic repertoire of original compositions, their arrangements of classic jazz tunes, as well as exploring repertoire from some of the greats of the Afro-Cuban jazz genre such as Ray Barretto, Tito Puente and Chucho Valdes.A much in demand player, Jim Blomfield has performed at numerous venues and festivals throughout the UK with many different bands and ensembles, both in the jazz and latin
genres. He has frequently been the pianist of choice to back visiting big name guest soloists (e.g. Andy Sheppard, Barbara Thompson, Pete King, John Etheridge, Roberto Pla and Henry Fiol to name just a few) and is recognised as one of the UK’s finest latin jazz and salsa pianists. His credentials in this field resulted in him becoming the newest member of the internationally acclaimed Afro Cuban band Asere, playing his first tour with them in the UK in 2025.
With Jim in the rhythm section are Lisa Cherian on congas and Jon Clark on drums. Their dynamic rhythmic chemistry and latin groove have evolved from their collective experiences in ensembles such as Bristol Salsa Orchestra, K’Chevere, Dockside Latin Orchestra and Buena Bristol Social Club.
The final member of the rhythm section is the ever inventive bass player ‘Tosh’ Wijetunge who worked with Jim for several years in a piano trio that released two albums of original contemporary jazz compositions.
The band is completed with the horns of brilliant, soulful Swiss born saxophonist Martin Kern who worked and recorded extensively in both Berlin and Vienna before moving to the UK, paired with the exuberant excitement and fire of Jonny Bruce on trumpet.
Jim Blomfield - Piano
Jonny Bruce - Trumpet
Martin Kern - Tenor Sax
Roshan ‘Tosh’ Wijetunge - Electric bass
Jon Clark - Drums
Lisa Cherian - Congas
Tickets £15
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Victoria Hall, High St, Tisbury, SP3 6LE Salisbury, United Kingdom, Tisbury Library, High Street, Salisbury, SP3 6DJ, United Kingdom, Shaftesbury
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