The Musical Life of Kenny Wheeler In collaboration with Guildford Book Festival, we are delighted to welcome Nick Smart Head of Jazz at the Royal Academy of Music and an internationally renowned jazz educator, trumpeter and musical director. Nick and his stellar band, which also features rising star EMMA RAWICZ on tenor saxophone (Winner of Jazz Newcomer of the Year at the 2022 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and BBC Young Musician Jazz finalist), and renowned guitarist JOHN PARRICELLI, present a concert to celebrate the music and life of Kenny Wheeler in words and music.
Trumpeter and composer Kenny Wheeler (1930–2014) was one of the most enigmatic and influential musicians in recent memory. His instantly recognisable sound was a driving force within every major innovation in modern European jazz during the last half of the 20th century.
From 20.00 (doors open at 19.15) to 22.30 at Guildford Pavilion, Woodbridge Road GU1 4RP For more details of the event and to book tickets £20 (Discounts for Members and Students) visit https://www.guildfordjazz.org.uk
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