About this Event
Neil Angilley – Piano & Vocals
Davide Giovannini – Drums & Lead Vocals
Davide Mantovani – Bass & Vocals
Something different, unique and exciting on the TJC stage this time. This live show is spellbinding, incorporating instrumental virtuosity and three-part vocal harmony, which adds a unique dimension to the sound — creating an uplifting take on infectious rhythms from Brazil and Cuba for the audience.
Neil Angilley Trio have released five albums — Yambou, Live at the 606, The Lake District, Havana Club and Chango.
The trio works regularly on the London jazz scene and across the UK, performing at prestigious venues including Ronnie Scott's, The Stables and the 606 Club. During a recent tour in Italy, they appeared at the 'Trieste Loves Jazz' International Jazz Festival.
As an original member of Grammy-nominated band Down To The Bone, Neil has co-written and played on many of their No. 1 albums, most recently The Sweetness, which charted at No. 1 in the US Billboard Jazz/Funk charts. Neil has also appeared as a guest soloist on various albums, including An Ordinary Day in an Unusual Place (US3), Fuzzy Logic (David Benoit, GRP) and Crush (Richard Elliot, Verve).
As well as appearing on the main stage at Glastonbury with Dame Shirley Bassey, Neil has also performed with Vanessa-Mae, Maceo Parker, Lionel Richie, Lisa Stansfield and Three Friends (Gentle Giant), among many others.
"The crowd were captivated by the Neil Angilley Trio's authentic Brazilian rhythms on top of rich vocal harmonies, segueing into staggering solo and group passages of virtuosity. Sensational." — Ronnie Scott's
★★★★★ Havana Club — "Album of the Week" — The Evening Standard
Chango — Voted Top Latin Album of the Year. "Chango will smite you..." — Mundo Latino
"Inventive." — Observer
"Lyrical... impressively fluid." — The Times
"Rhapsodic... with shrewd use of space and restraint." — Guardian
About Twickenham Jazz Club
Established in 2003, Twickenham Jazz Club has been a cornerstone of the local jazz scene for over two decades, bringing together world-class musicians, dedicated jazz lovers, and a warm, welcoming community. More than just a venue, the club is a space where live music thrives, friendships flourish, and the magic of jazz is celebrated in its purest form.
At the heart of it all is Lesley Christiane, the club’s founder and soulful driving force. A gifted jazz singer and passionate advocate for live music, Lesley curates each evening with a deep love for the art form and a keen sense of personal connection. Many of the musicians who grace the stage are not just top-tier performers but dear friends, ensuring every gig is infused with camaraderie, spontaneity, and musical brilliance.
Over the years, Twickenham Jazz Club has welcomed an extraordinary lineup of artists, from legendary jazz figures to the most exciting new talents, building a reputation as one of London’s most treasured jazz venues. Audiences can expect nights filled with stunning musicianship, warm hospitality, and the unmistakable magic that happens when great music and great people come together.
Whether you’re a lifelong jazz aficionado or simply looking for an inspiring night out, Twickenham Jazz Club is a place where the music moves you—and the welcome keeps you coming back.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Cabbage Patch, Twickenham, United Kingdom
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