Andy Mears Octet at Swansea Jazz Club, Cu Mumbles, Mumbles, Swansea.

Date: Wednesday, June 04, 2025

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Wednesday June 4th, 8pm
ANDY MEARS OCTET

Featuring a stellar cast of UK talent, the Octet provides an outlet for Andy’s own intricately crafted arrangements and compositions, as well as those by other members of the group. Much of the repertoire is heavily rooted in the traditions of jazz and pays homage to some of the most celebrated and iconic figures including – Ellington, Basie, Gil Evans, Sonny Rollins, McCoy Tyner, Wayne Shorter, and more. In addition, this dynamic ensemble performs a feast of global rhythms and grooves, including the samba & bossa nova of South America, music from the townships of Africa and joyous calypsos of the Caribbean.

Andy has enjoyed a successful and varied music career to date. Since graduating from Leeds College of Music in 1999, he has worked extensively on the freelance circuit, touring with some of the finest bands in the UK. Playing credits include - Syd Lawrence Orchestra; Ray McVay’s Glenn Miller Orchestra; Buddy Greco; Memphis Belle Swing Orchestra; Soul Fish; Joe Loss Orchestra, Royal Marines Band, RAF Central Band, RAF Squadronaires, his own-led projects and more.

Cu Mumbles, 7 Castleton Walk Arcade, Newton Rd, Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4AX
Please note the venue Cu Mumbles is Card Only Payment at the bar

https://www.swanseajazzland.co.uk/

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