November gigs from Lancaster Jazz Scene

 

We can't wait to have this band back with us at the Olive Bar!

Described as “A band about to make its mark on UK Jazz”, The Jack Pearce Quintet showcases Jack’s original compositions that pay homage to jazz traditions while injecting a fresh, inventive spirit. A band of Leeds Conservatoire Alumni, the Jack Pearce Quintet focuses on a fusion of melodic and technical excellence. Drawing influence from Post-bop and 90s world fusion, the original compositions have a uniquely open and interactive approach.

Appearing with us as part of their UK album launch tour entitled "Church Lane", the Jack Pearce Quintet are quickly building a reputation as a band to watch on the UK jazz scene.

Come and see for yourself...

Sunday 1st November

18:30 (doors)

The Olive Bar, Gregson Arts Centre, Lancaster LA1 3PY

Entry £15 cash or card OTD

 

BEN CROSLAND QUARTET
ROD MASON – saxophones
DEAN STOCKDALE – piano
BEN CROSLAND – bass
DAVE TYAS – drums

In 2006, Brian Bicat, then the much loved promoter of Jazz at the Priestley in Bradford, invited Ben Crosland to form a new Quartet. 2026 represents the  20th anniversary of the band’s formation.

Each member of the band is a leader in his own right and this relaxed joining of kindred spirits produces an open, mature and energetic performance in which there are no conflicting egos, only a desire to enjoy each other’s company, play good music and entertain.

To celebrate this milestone, Ben has written a new set of pieces, Wooltown Reflections, which reflect his various connections with the wool city over many years. The Quartet is featuring music from Wooltown Reflections in concert, together with material by contemporary composers including Jaco Pastorius, Bob Mintzer and Mike Mainieri.

PRESS

‘Like opening a box of jewels, you will discover many sparkling gems in this uplifting album – a fitting celebration of a long-standing partnership that continues to surprise and enchant. Catch them on tour if you can with dates through to the end of November 2026.’Jon Vernon, Jazz Views

‘An unaffectedly lyrical composer of direct and evocative melodies that draw in the uninitiated and jazz cognoscenti alike’ John Fordham, London Jazz News

‘Excellent northern bassist/bandleader’ The Guardian

‘Fluid and inventive contemporary bassist’ The Independent

‘His compositions are colourful, beguiling and thoroughly musical’ Mark Gilbert, Jazz Journal

‘The Crosland Quartet didn’t just hit the deck running, they cracked a
few Olympic records in the process…I could go on and on waxing
eloquently about this gig but I think by now you’ll have got the message
that it was something special’. Bebop Spoken Here
 

Sunday 29th November

18:30 (doors)

The Olive Bar, Gregson Arts Centre, Lancaster LA1 3PY

Entry £15 cash or card OTD