Shear Brass
Extraordinary Journey
A very classy piece of work. With instrumentalists and vocalists of this calibre it is hardly likely to be anything else.
For anybody who has seen them at a gig this album is an essential souvenir, but it’s a recording that also stands up on its own merits. There’s some terrific writing and playing here.
Smith displays an impressive maturity as both a player and a composer. His writing is rich, colourful and multi-faceted, exploring a variety of jazz styles over the course of the album.
An impressive piece of work distinguished by intelligent writing and excellent playing, with all four musicians impressing with their contributions.
The music is by turns beautiful, playful and evocative with the leader’s drums at the heart of the music in what is a particularly well calibrated trio. It’s a recording that Pyne can be proud of.
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Brick Lane Jazz Festival has announced the first wave of artists for their fifth birthday edition, which will take place from 24th – 25th April 2026.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
SMOKE Jazz Club has announced its programme for November 2025. Performers include Steve Davis, Charles McPherson, Joey Alexander, Bill Charlap, Billy Hart.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Tove Okunniwa MBE becomes Chair, Jez Nelson MBE & Gloria Fagbemiro FCMI appointed Trustees, Sian Lord-Baptiste appointed COO & Erin Barnes Head of Learning, Outreach & Engagement. Press release att.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025