Concert, Jazz

Join Guildhall students and professors as the Milton Court Studio Theatre is transformed into a jazz club for this two-day showcase. During the day, students showcase their work in small ensembles – expect a diverse range of music covering the history and stylistic breadth of jazz as it stands in the 21st century. The evenings bring performances from celebrated artists Bobo Stenson and Martin Speake, and Iain Ballamy’s Anorak quartet.

Wednesday 27 April

Student combos at 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM, 4PM and 5PM
Admission free

8pm | Milton Court Studio Theatre

Bobo Stenson & Martin Speake
Bobo Stenson piano
Martin Speake alto saxophone

International ECM Records artist Bobo Stenson joins Guildhall professor Martin Speake in an intimate duo setting, marking the return of this stellar musical partnership.
Tickets £15 (£10 concessions)

Thursday 28 April

Student combos at 12PM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM, 4PM and 5PM
Admission free

8pm | Milton Court Studio Theatre

Anorak
Iain Ballamy tenor saxophone
Gareth Williams piano
Steve Watts double bass
Martin France drums

Iain Ballamy’s critically-acclaimed band Anorak perform at the School to celebrate each member’s appointment to the jazz faculty. While bassist Steve Watts has long been an integral part of the department, pianist Gareth Williams and drummer Martin France are joined by Iain Ballamy in their recent professorships.
Tickets £15 (£10 concessions)