ARTIST PROFILE
Claire James Trio
Young piano trio from Manchester comprised of former students from the Royal Northern College of Music. Part of Manchester’s Efpi Collective of young musicians they released their debut EP “Lines” in 2011. Line up is Claire James (piano, composer), Stewart Wilson (bass) and Jim Molyneux (drums).
ARTIST REVIEWS
Lines
"A highly promising snapshot of a young piano trio with bags of potential."
3-5 out of 5
JAZZ MANN FEATURES
In praise of the jam session: reflections on Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2012
Guest contributor Mark McKergow, host of the legendary Cheltenham Jazz Festival jam sessions at the Hotel du Vin, writes on the importance of the culture of the jam session.
London Jazz Festival 2011
Ian Mann enjoys five days of fantastic music at the 2011 London Jazz Festival.
