Lancaster Jazz Jam Friday 28th March

 

The Jazz Jam is part of Lancaster Jazz Scene. The next Jam takes place on Friday 28th March from 19:30 at the Printroom Cafe Bar located in the historic Storey Building on Meeting House Lane near Lancaster Castle.

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Lancaster Jazz Jam was established in 2017, emerging out of the Orbit Jazz Workshop at Lancaster Community Music Centre. Our aim is to present an inclusive jam session that allows players of all abilities to have an opportunity to play, gain confidence, learn about jazz music, develop performance skills and hear other musicians. At the jam we have a selection of tunes/standards to play and there is music available for C, Bb, Eb and Bass. You can choose which tunes you wish to play on and sign up to be part of the band when those tunes are called. The emphasis is on having fun, supporting each other and enjoying the music. The event is free and non-players are very welcome to come along too. For more information and to join our mailing list please email lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com or visit 'Jazzjam Lancaster' or 'Lancaster Jazz Scene' on Facebook/Instagram.

Jack Pearce Quintet post-gig post

 

 

 

It was a total pleasure to welcome the Jack Pearce Quintet to Lancaster Jazz Scene on Sunday night for what proved to be a sensational gig.

Honest, energetic and authentic jazz musicianship presented with warmth and style.

Jack's rich, lyrical, soulful playing was a joy and his original compositions were evocative and expressive, whether taking us to an Italian Village (Ferrara) or the wrong way down country lanes (The Scenic Route).  His gentle steerage of the band gave each voice a chance to be heard whilst presenting a cohesive, effective force, coupled with the group's astonishing control and ability to respect the space.

Whether offering rolling, expansive textures such as in My Favourite Things or exploring playful tempo and rhythm (Remembrance) the band was always unified and creative, reaping the rewards that come from playing live together regularly.

Dan Sanderson demonstrated skill and dexterity on bass, his delicate and solid playing often interweaving with the plaintive and searing guitar of Sam Hughes, such as in the multi-textured Norwegian Wood.

As in Church Lane, Jascha Bingham's precise, inventive and melodic piano provided intense lift throughout whilst Angus Haygarth on drums was sensitive, instinctual and responsive, holding the band with care and attention. 

There was never a dull moment in this deeply satisfying gig, the hugely attentive audience were absorbed and engaged from the outset. The band were a pleasure to spend time with both on and off the stage and we wish them all the best for their ongoing tour.