Young Oxfordshire born pianist and composer now based in Cardiff. Debut album “Home” (Ubuntu Music, 2023) features a trio with Ursula Harrison (double bass) and Isaac Zuckerman (drums).
"In addition to his maturity as a musician and composer the way in which Gripper presents his shows also exhibits a wisdom beyond his years. A great way to start the 2023 Wall2Wall Jazz Festival."
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"Ian Mann enjoys a value for money performance by the Eddie Gripper Trio and takes a look at their latest album "Americana"."
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"This was the sound of a well balanced trio, their rapport honed by a series of successful tour dates. Tonight’s show also represented an event of historic importance for Kidderminster Jazz Club."
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"A highly satisfying performance that incorporated some excellent writing and playing and a wealth of interesting outside material. A good start to the trio’s extensive UK & Ireland tour. "
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" One of the best début recordings I have heard for a long time. Gripper is a multi-faceted writer and his compositions are full of delightful and unexpected twists and turns. "
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"As a trailer for the forthcoming Brecon Jazz Festival this had been a highly successful evening but the musical performance by Gripper and the trio was an event and a triumph in itself."
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