ARTIST PROFILE
Portico Quartet
Young Mercury Music Prize nominated British band with a unique instrumental line up featuring the extraordinary hang drum. Their complex yet melodic music has attracted something of a cult following, particularly among the younger generation of jazz fans.
More recently the group have embraced the use of electronica in their music. They remain one of the most intriguing acts in contemporary music.
ARTIST REVIEWS
Portico Quartet, East Quantoxhead Village Hall, Somerset, 04/10/2009
"The Mercury nominated band get it together in the country"
Isla
"Charming yet challenging “Isla” demonstrates a real step forward and a growing maturity"
Portico Quartet
"A bold statement of intent. Portico Quartet remain one of the most forward looking groups around -in any genre. "
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.
