ARTIST PROFILE
The Magic Hat Ensemble
Mancunian quintet led by trumpeter Steve Chadwick giving classic jazz tunes an entertaining and thoroughly contemporary twist. Also featuring Tony Ormesher (guitar) Andrzej Baranek (piano), Nick Blacka (bass) and Rob Turner (drums).
ARTIST REVIEWS
The Magic Hat Ensemble, The Hive, Shrewsbury, 10/04/2010
"Ian Mann enjoys the Mancunian quintet's live show and also takes a look at their new album "This Conversation Is Over.""
3-5 out of 5
Made In Gorton
"Imaginative and highly contemporary arrangements that breathe fresh life into even the most hackneyed of material."
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.
