MAY – Brighton Fringe 2025 Jazz At St Andrews presents; The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time
Friday May 2nd
“The Birth Of The Cool”; Brighton Fringe festival’s “The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time”. This iconic album, originally recorded by Miles Davis’ nine-piece group in 1949 both defined and changed the sound of jazz. Rarely heard with its original instrumentation, don’t miss this all-star cast coming together to perform it. Jim Rattigan (French horn), Alan Barnes (baritone sax), Andy Panayi (alto sax), Geoff Mason (trombone), Chris Coull (trumpet) Jeff Miller (tuba), John Donaldson (piano), George Trebar (double bass) and Joe Edwards (drums)
Friday May 9th
“John Coltrane’s Blue Trane”; Brighton Fringe festival’s “The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time”. Coltrane burst onto the scene in the mid fifties and by the end of the decade was producing his best work as band leader. ‘Blue Trane’ stands out as a classic album under the famous BlueNote record label. Lovingly recreated by Coltrane devotee Josephine Davies (tenor sax), and original instrumentation of Mark Bassey (trombone), Chris Coull (trumpet), Tim Wells (piano), Nigel Thomas (double bass) and Angus Bishop (drums).
Friday May 16th
“The Blues And The Abstract Truth” Brighton Fringe festival’s “The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time”. In the third of this five part series, one of the most beautifully crafted and unhackneyed pieces of music. Written and recorded in 1961, the album has been faithfully recreated with transcriptions from Andy Panayi (alto sax) and Chris Coull (trumpet). They are joined by Alan Barnes (baritone sax), Sammy Mayne (tenor sax), John Donaldson (piano), Paul Whitten (bass) and Joe Edwards (drums)
Friday May 23rd
“Ellingtonia” Brighton Fringe festival’s “The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time”. Featuring UK legends Alan Barnes (alto sax and clarinet) and Bruce Adams (trumpet) together with musical arrangements by Chris Coull (trumpet) featuring works by the great Duke Ellington from his 1920’s Cotton Club beginnings through to post war sacred music. The septet also features one of the UK’s leading big band drummers; Pete Cater, as well as Terry Seabrook (piano), Dan Sheppard (bass) and special guest appearance by trombone virtuoso, Geoff Mason.
Friday June 30th
“Kind Of Blue” Brighton Fringe festival’s “The Greatest Jazz Albums Of All Time”. Perhaps, or almost certainly, the very greatest of all jazz albums, ‘Kind Of Blue’ is a seminal recording by Miles Davis and has sold more than any other in history. Pianist Terry Seabrook lovingly reincarnates this famous recording alongside other works of Miles from the 50s and 60s. Tenor saxophonist, Josephine Davies takes the role of Coltrane, Andy Panayi plays the Cannonball part on alto sax, leaving Chris Coull to fill the shoes of the great man himself. The Rhythm section is completed by ex-Chet Baker bassist, Paul Whitten and Alex Pitt (drums).
Looking ahead to our summer 2025 season; (see WeGotTickets.com for advance tickets – only £12)
June 6th; Getz / Giberto – Featuring Ela Southgate (vocals), James Allsopp (tenor sax) and band.
June 13th; Imogen Ryall’s Album Tour “On The Roof” singing the music of Tom Harrell.
June 20th; Brighton Mafia Big Band – 16 piece jazz orchestra showcasing the best in Sussex talent.
June 27th; ‘Water From An Ancient Well’ – The music of Abdulla Ibrahim
July 25th; Zoe Francis and Jim Mullen – London based singer and legendary guitarist plus band.
August 1st; Tim Whitehead Quintet; Giant amongst British saxophonists, featuring pianist Mark Edwards.
August 8th; Julian Nicholas band; Tribute to Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan.
August 15th; Jackson Mathod and the three trumpeteers; unadulterated be-bop led by this up & coming star.
Autumn 2025
September 19th; Ruta Di – Neo soul guitar and vocalist with band.
September 26th; Amuse Manouche; Gypsy Jazz band led by vocalist Sam Carelse.
October 3rd; Mark Crooks Quartet; tenor sax & hammond organ playing Jimmy Smith and Larry Goldings etc
October 10th; Gideon Tazlar with the Arnie Somogyi Quartet; Brilliant Dutch saxophonost makes his return.
October 17th; Alan Barnes Sextet; One the the UK’s most revered and renowned reeds players.
October 24th; Nick Costley band; London based guitarist.
October 31st; Paul Edis and Vasilis Xenopoulos band;
Winter 2025
November 7th; Geroge Trebar CD launch. Local bass player and his group.
November 14th; Andy Mears Octet; sumptuous arrangements both old and new.
November 21st; Sean Fyfe band; Pianist hailing from NYC brings his band on tour.
November 28th; Geoff Simkins; Legendary West-Coast style saxophonist with his band of young lions.
December 5th; TBC
December 12th; Tony Kofi – return of this popular alto saxophonist keeping the tradition of ‘Bird’ et al alive!
December 19th; Christms Special – Jazz, mulled wine, mince pies, what more do you need?!