The London Jazz Orchestra continues it’s long running residency at The Vortex. Featuring composers and soloists including Alcyona Mick, Henry Lowther, Scott Stroman and Martin Hathaway.
Mick Foster’s baritone sax and Geoff Mason’s trombone pay their respects to the cool sounds of the 1950’s that were produced by Mulligan’s baritone sax and Brookmeyer’s valve trombone, where their warm and swinging sounds found a way into the public’s soul worldwide. This quartet’s playlist includes many tunes associated with these two wonderful musicians.
Geoff Mason - Trombone
Mick Foster - Baritone Sax
Bobby Worth - Drums
Tim Wells - Bass
Founded in 1967 by trumpeter and arranger Syd Lawrence, The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences in Concert Halls, Theatres, TV Shows and Music Festivals all over Great Britain and Continental Europe for over 50 years.
Renowned for it’s exciting blend of high octane Big Band Swing and Classic Dance Music, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime million sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. Count Basie himself described the Syd Lawrence Orchestra as “So good it should be BANNED!”.
Mick is joined by award winning saxophonist Karen Sharp in an evening of swinging jazz, featuring some great two-horn arrangements. With a stellar trio of Rob Barron (piano), Adam King (double bass) and Josh Morrison (drums).
The London Jazz Orchestra continues it’s long running residency at The Vortex. Featuring composers and soloists including Alcyona Mick, Henry Lowther, Scott Stroman and Martin Speake.
Mick Foster’s baritone sax and Geoff Mason’s trombone pay their respects to the cool sounds of the 1950’s that were produced by Mulligan’s baritone sax and Brookmeyer’s valve trombone, where their warm and swinging sounds found a way into the public’s soul worldwide. This quartet’s playlist includes many tunes associated with these two wonderful musicians.
Geoff Mason - Trombone
Mick Foster - Baritone Sax
Winston Clifford - Drums
Adam King - Bass
Mick is the guest of Chris Dean (trombone & vocals) in this regular lunchtime jazz session. With John Pierce (piano) and Andy Cleyndert (double bass).
Founded in 1967 by trumpeter and arranger Syd Lawrence, The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences in Concert Halls, Theatres, TV Shows and Music Festivals all over Great Britain and Continental Europe for over 50 years.
Renowned for it’s exciting blend of high octane Big Band Swing and Classic Dance Music, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime million sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. Count Basie himself described the Syd Lawrence Orchestra as “So good it should be BANNED!”.
Featuring the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra with Tony Jacobs and Catherine Sykes. Swinging hot and sweet music from the 1920s & 30s.
Mick makes his first appearance at Harborough Jazz, bringing with him returnees Dominic Ashworth on guitar; Tom Farmer on bass and Tristan Mailliot on drums.
The quartet will play a mix of melodic originals from the album Live At The Vortex, with one or two more familiar jazz tunes.
Mick’s quintet celebrates the music of acclaimed jazz musician, composer and arranger Gerry Mulligan and the “cool” West Coast Jazz style of the early 1950s, especially the original 1952-53 recordings with Chet Baker which would prove enormously influential and set the groundwork for many others groups.
With Mick Foster (baritone sax), Paul Higgs (trumpet), Rob Barron (piano), Marianne Windham (bass), Tristan Mailliot (drums)
Founded in 1967 by trumpeter and arranger Syd Lawrence, The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences in Concert Halls, Theatres, TV Shows and Music Festivals all over Great Britain and Continental Europe for over 50 years.
Renowned for it’s exciting blend of high octane Big Band Swing and Classic Dance Music, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime million sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. Count Basie himself described the Syd Lawrence Orchestra as “So good it should be BANNED!”.
Founded in 1967 by trumpeter and arranger Syd Lawrence, The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences in Concert Halls, Theatres, TV Shows and Music Festivals all over Great Britain and Continental Europe for over 50 years.
Renowned for it’s exciting blend of high octane Big Band Swing and Classic Dance Music, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime million sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. Count Basie himself described the Syd Lawrence Orchestra as “So good it should be BANNED!”.
Is it Fusion? Is it Prog? Is it Third Stream? Is it even Jazz? It's hard to play, that's for sure - and it’s exciting!
The style ranges from fusion/prog with complex changes of meter, through a reworking of Beethoven and a slow jazz waltz to a 'perverted Turkish dance'.
PERFECT STRANGER, a stellar 10-piece band, will play music written by Chris Sansom in 1974 (mostly) for his original band, which included, among others, Chris Biscoe, Dick Pearce, Paul Nieman and the late, legendary Pete Jacobsen. Now, Chris is joined by Adam Bishop and Mick Foster (saxes/flutes/bass clarinet), Shanti Jayasinha (trumpet/flugelhorn), Tom Green (trombone), Alcyona Mick (keyboards), Rob Millett (percussion), Eddy White (guitars), Dave Manington (bass) and Gary Willcox (drums).
'... landscapes in which the ear can wander ...' - Paul Griffiths, The Times
'... rarely short of ear-catching ideas ... new realm of beauty ...' - David Fanning, The Independent).
Mick will be running a saxophone workshop for Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra on Sunday 26 February.
The cost is £30 including tea and coffee and it’s open to all saxophonists. We’d be delighted for non Phoenix members to come along and join us!
The workshop will focus on live ensemble playing, with tips and advice on sax technique, learning, performing and getting the most from your instrument as we go along.
We will be focusing on music specifically written for the saxophone ensemble, including a brand new piece that Mick has composed especially for Phoenix and a couple of pieces that have been generously gifted to Phoenix by composers Richard Percival and John Holland.
The playing level for the day is around Grade 4-5, but parts will be sent out in advance, so there’s no need to worry about sight reading.
The opportunity to receive first hand, expert advice from a professional sax player like Mick is certainly one not to be missed, and we look forward to welcoming sax players from far and wide to enjoy a full day of learning and ensemble playing with fellow musicians.
http://phoenixsax.org.uk/event/mick-foster
Founded in 1967 by trumpeter and arranger Syd Lawrence, The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences in Concert Halls, Theatres, TV Shows and Music Festivals all over Great Britain and Continental Europe for over 50 years.
Renowned for it’s exciting blend of high octane Big Band Swing and Classic Dance Music, the Orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime million sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. Count Basie himself described the Syd Lawrence Orchestra as “So good it should be BANNED!”.
A Tony Jacobs Festival Of Hot Jazz, Big Band Swing, Cabaret & Dance. Featuring the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra; the Tony Jacobs/Sue Greenway Big Band; the Jim Barry Quintet; ‘Shake That Thing’ with the Swing Time Jivers; Catherine Sykes; Louise Cookman; daytime cabaret with Tony & Jim Barry and much more.
A Tony Jacobs Festival Of Hot Jazz, Big Band Swing, Cabaret & Dance. Featuring the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra; the Tony Jacobs/Sue Greenway Big Band; the Jim Barry Quintet; ‘Shake That Thing’ with the Swing Time Jivers; Catherine Sykes; Louise Cookman; daytime cabaret with Tony & Jim Barry and much more.
A Tony Jacobs Festival Of Hot Jazz, Big Band Swing, Cabaret & Dance. Featuring the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra; the Tony Jacobs/Sue Greenway Big Band; the Jim Barry Quintet; ‘Shake That Thing’ with the Swing Time Jivers; Catherine Sykes; Louise Cookman; daytime cabaret with Tony & Jim Barry and much more.
With an unparalleled reputation across the UK, Europe and beyond, for over 50 years the Pasadena Roof Orchestra have been re-creating the sounds of a golden era of music from the 1920s and 1930s to widespread acclaim.
Enjoy beautifully arranged songs from Irving Berlin, Ray Noble, Cole Porter and their contemporaries and re-live the electrifying hot jazz from Fletcher Henderson and Duke Ellington.
The Pasadena Roof Orchestra is a long established band playing the timeless hits of the 1920s and 1930s to audiences all over the world.
The Pasadena Roof Orchestra is a long established band playing the timeless hits of the 1920s and 1930s to audiences all over the world.
Back by popular demand and following sell-out performances across the globe, The Definitive Rat Pack brings you an evening of festive classics, including White Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside, The Christmas Song, Let It Snow, plus all-time favourites including Mack the Knife, That’s Amore, Mr Bojangles and New York, New York. What better way to get into the festive spirit!
Featuring Dean Martin’s sensational Golddiggers and the internationally-renowned Manhattan Swing Orchestra, this is one Christmas party not to miss…
The London Jazz Orchestra continues its monthly residency at The Vortex playing original music composed by its members including Henry Lowther, Scott Stroman, Alcyona Mick, Tori Freestone, Mick Foster & Pete Hurt.
Tony Jacobs leads this small big band, playing sweet and hot music from the 1920s and 30s.
Contact ckeithrushton@gmail.com fot tickets.
Mick guests with pianist Simon Whiteside for jazz and cocktails.
Four Morley Jazz ensembles and the London Jazz Orchestra playing fantastic new music to celebrate the end of the London Jazz Orchestra 2022 residency at Morley College.
As part of the evening the Morley Jazz Orchestra, the Morley Big Band, the Morley Swing Band and the Morley Beginners Big Band will perform music specially written for them by Morley Jazz Orchestra members Scott Stroman, Alcyona Mick, Martin Hathaway and Andre Canniere
The evening will culminate with a performance by the London Jazz Orchestra showcasing some of the Music they recorded at Morley College as part of their residency.
Expect short performances from Morley tutors and London Jazz Orchestra members as well. Not to be missed.
Back by popular demand and following sell-out performances across the globe, The Definitive Rat Pack brings you an evening of festive classics, including White Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside, The Christmas Song, Let It Snow, plus all-time favourites including Mack the Knife, That’s Amore, Mr Bojangles and New York, New York. What better way to get into the festive spirit!
Featuring Dean Martin’s sensational Golddiggers and the internationally-renowned Manhattan Swing Orchestra, this is one Christmas party not to miss…
Mick plays baritone & alto saxes and is joined by Dominic Ashworth on guitar, Calum Gourlay on bass and Tristan Mailliot on drums. Jazz standards, Gerry Mulligan compositions and some melodic original pieces.
Bookings on 01708 642970 / enquiries@thameschase.org.uk
Mick plays baritone & alto saxes and is joined by Dominic Ashworth on guitar, Calum Gourlay on bass and Tristan Mailliot on drums. Jazz standards, Gerry Mulligan compositions and some melodic original pieces.
