About
The Quintessential Jazz Sextet brings together some of the UK’s finest contemporary jazz musicians, combining virtuosity, swing and soul in performances that celebrate the rich tradition of jazz while keeping it fresh and vibrant.
Fronted by award-winning tenor saxophonist Liam Byrne, a torchbearer of the jazz saxophone tradition with a warm, swinging tone inspired by Lester Young and Wardell Grey, and trombonist Andrew Mackenzie, whose versatile playing channels influences from Tommy Dorsey to Bob Brookmeyer, the quintet delivers a sound that’s both deeply rooted and forward-looking.
The harmonic and rhythmic backbone is provided by pianist Andy Cholerton, one of Northern England’s most respected jazz pianists, Portuguese bassist José Canha, whose elegant lines frame every ensemble perfectly, and drummer Paul Smith, a versatile, dynamic percussionist and house drummer at Huddersfield’s famed Head of Steam. Adding further sparkle, guitarist, composer, and bandleader Derrick Harris brings virtuosity and creativity honed through performances with top orchestras, teaching, and studio work.
TICKETS:
Full price: £16
Concessions: £15
Food is available to order in advance, separate from your ticket.
Venue opening hours
Monday : -
Tuesday : -
Wednesday : -
Thursday : -
Friday : 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday : -
Sunday : -
Access facilities
- Accessible Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Dementia Friendly
- Guide Dogs Welcome
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
Wakefield (College Grove) Sports Club, Eastmoor Road, Wakefield, WF1 3RR
Phone
07808595619
promoter@wakefieldjazz.org