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Join Gosia Janek for an unforgettable evening of jazz with a touch of world music. Accompanied by outstanding musicians from the London scene, Gosia will perform a unique blend of her favourite jazz standards, songs inspired by her travels around the globe, and original material – much of it premiering especially for this occasion!Get ready for a groovy, high-energy performance, infused with the fresh Spring energy. Let’s celebrate the start of the new season with creativity, vibrant rhythms, and musical exploration. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience.
Line up:
Gosia Janek - vocal
Anita Łazińska – keys and vocal
Ben Hazelton- double bass
Giuliano Osella- drums and percusions
Dawid Frydryk- trumpet
Singer-songwriter and an award-winning artist Gosia Janek has collaborated with leading Polish musicians, won Szansa na Sukces (2010), and toured nationwide after The Voice of Poland (2014). During her years in London, she performed with the renowned Alle Choir London (Pitch Battle, BBC One), co-founded the jazz-ethnic ensemble Wild Whispers, and became part of the soul-blues improvising duo Trip Advisors. Now based in Warsaw, she divides her time between Poland and the UK, performing, creating innovative music projects, and working on new material that showcases her distinctive artistry.
Anita Łazińska is a versatile musician - vocalist, pianist, composer, graduate of the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz (Poland). Currently a leader of Anita Łazińska Quartet - a band in which she presents her ideas of compositions and arrangements. Anita is also a member of H3O, Muze Voices and Wild Whispers - bands in which improvisation and searching for unusual sounds plays an important role. An active musician - she has been a part of projects such as All Souls’ Day Jazz Festival, Voicingers on Tour in London or WąbJazzno Festival (Poland). She also had the pleasure of collaboration with great musicians of the Polish jazz scene like the Leszek Kułakowski Trio, Piotr Damasiewicz, Maciej Sikała.
Ben Hazelton London-based double bassist and composer with over 25 years of professional experience. Since 1995, he has performed at renowned venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, the 606 Club, and The Jazz Cafe. Notably, Ben has toured Europe with Roots Manuva and accompanied Talvin Singh at the Royal Festival Hall. He has been the double bassist for the Alan Weekes Quartet/Quintet’s Sunday Night Residency at Uncle Sam’s since 2001, hosting jam sessions with guests like Wynton Marsalis and Esperanza Spalding. In 2018, Ben co-founded the ensemble Uniting of Opposites, releasing their debut album “Ancient Lights” under Tru Thoughts Records.
Giuliano Osella – drummer, percussionist, music director, and sound innovator, Giuliano has been a key figure in London’s live music scene since 2014. Known for his dynamic grooves, deep improvisation, and high-energy performances, he seamlessly blends afrobeat, hip-hop, world fusion, and experimental electronic elements – all with a signature touch of Italian flair. Playing drums since the age of 6, Giuliano has toured internationally with acts like London Afrobeat Collective, Kadialy Kouyate, and Don Kipper, and performed alongside legends such as Femi Kuti, Fred Wesley, Incognito, and Jazzy Jeff. His versatility also extends to theatre projects, community workshops, and street performances, making him a true force in the world of music.
Dawid Frydryk - trumpet player, composer, and educator from Jaworzno, Poland, currently based in London. He holds a master’s degree in jazz, having studied under Dr. Piotr Wojtasik. Dawid performs across London, the UK, and Europe, collaborating with numerous artists and bands in diverse musical genres. His experience includes being a member of the house band on the Polish TV show “Bar”, recording at studios including Abbey Road, performing at festivals such as Le Guess Who?, and playing with drummer Louis Moholo. He was also the originator and artistic director of the Art of Improvisation festival and meetings.
https://www.instagram.com/gosiajanini/
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
238-246 King Street, W6 0RF London, United Kingdom, 238 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom,London, United Kingdom
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