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CONTENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor\u00b4s Call<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n COME FOLLOW YOUR ART<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n by Norman Warwick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n live Jazz In Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FIVE WAY SPLIT at The Progress Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n review by Trevor Bannister<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz In Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ALEX CLARK QUARTET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n JAZZ AT THE FORGE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n previews by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz On Air<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n HOT BISCUITS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n weekly rations from Steve Bewick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Literature<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CELEBRATE A CENTENNIAL WITH GREAT BOOKS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n review by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music at The Stoller<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n SOME ENCHANTED EVENING<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music at Oxford Chamber Music Festival<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n RAVEL AND BRAHMS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n new album premiered live by NORTH SEA STRING QUARTET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n news from newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n JULIAN LLOYD WEBBER \u2013 TRAVELS WITH MY CELLO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n BBC PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by BBC newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Music<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SEASON NOW LIVE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Theatre. The Dukes Theatre Events, Heskin Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n AS YOU LIKE IT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Walking Through Music: All Points Forward<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n DARRIL SCOTT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n by Peter Pearson<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Island Insights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FESTIVAL DE CLASICA MUSICA 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n by Norman Warwick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor\u00b4s To Do List. What\u00b4s Next<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n COME FOLLOW YOUR ART down Sidetracks &Detours<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Monday To Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Editor\u00b4s Call.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n COME FOLLOW YOUR ART<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n by Norman Warwick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hello. Join us, please, and come follow your art from the recesses of history to live modern jazz and along the soundclouds for a plate of Hot Biscuits. We will then drop in to a famous publishing house to celebrate their 100th<\/sup> anniversary with a great book. From there we\u00b4ll step out to hear live music again, at The Stoller, before heading South to the Oxford Chamber Music Festival and then we will take a boat out on the ocean to catch the North Sea String Quartet before heading back to dry land to listen to Julian Lloyd Webber talk about \u00b4Travels With My Cello\u00b4. Whilst roughly in that area we will also see what\u00b4s happening at the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and then go whizzing down to hear The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. We will brush up on our Shakespeare, too, with news of As You Like It at The Dukes Theatre. From the Bard, Peter Pearson takes us to the beauty to the Badlands of Americana, and then finally we have Island Insights into a quite brilliant violin duo. Then of course we will show you the signposts that will lead you down sidetracks and detours in the days to come. Feel free to wander and we\u00b4ll meet up somewhere round the corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz In Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FIVE WAY SPLIT: Progress Theatre, May 202<\/strong>4<\/p>\n\n\n\n review by Trevor Bannister<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Five Way Split (left) : Quentin Collins trumpet & flugelhorn, Vasilis Xenopoulos soprano & tenor saxophones, Rob Barron Fender Rhodes piano, Matyas Hofecker bass, Matt Home drums<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The spirit of jazz was born in adversity and jazz musicians are by nature creative and enterprising individuals. It should therefore come as no surprise that the members of Five Way Split navigated a successful passage through Lockdown, despite all the professional hardships they faced. They emerged with a new band, pulsing with energy and honed to perfection through hours of rehearsal, and with an entire book of freshly minted compositions by Quentin Collins, Vasilis Xenopoulos and Rob Barron, plus some new arrangements of old favourites. As the old adage continues to remind us – \u2018Where there\u2019s a will, there\u2019s a way\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And what a way! The opening bars of \u2018Out of Wayne\u2019s Bag\u2019, a soulful tribute to the much-lamented Wayne Shorter, shook the rafters. Not a microphone in sight, and yet this band had the impact of an ensemble twice its size; the mellow tones of Rob Barron\u2019s classic, 1975-vintage, Rhodes-Fender keyboard blending perfectly with the powerful front line of Quentin Collins\u2019 trumpet and Vasilis Xenopoulos\u2019 tenor sax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rob Barron\u2019s \u2019Lingua Franca\u2019 expressed the universal language of jazz in a joyful manner reminiscent of the great Clifford Brown\/Max Roach Quintet of the 1950s, with the front line floating on the brilliant support of Matyas Hofecker bass and Matt Home in the swinging rhythm team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Home\u2019s hypnotic beat on his closed high-hat cymbals conjured an air of mysterious tension in the introduction to the character of \u2018Dr Stohl\u2019, a platform for free-flowing solos from Collins on flugelhorn and Xenopoulos on tenor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A change of tonal palette, with Collins remaining on flugel and Xenopoulos switching to soprano sax, brought a delightfully wistful air to \u2018Mr Birthday Waltz\u2019. It also featured a beautiful bass solo by Matyas Hofecker, supported by the sensitive touch of Rob Barron at the keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2018Evidently\u2019 brought the first set to a scorching close in classic hard bop fashion with a string of virtuosic solos, climaxed by an exciting and impeccably executed drum solo by Matt Home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I would like to imagine that Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Chan, respectively composer and lyric writer of \u2018All the Way\u2019, were nodding with approval as the second set opened with a reinterpretation of their 1957 hit for Frank Sinatra. Rob Barron\u2019s sparkling arrangement brought the song bang-up-to-date in musical style, opening up plenty of solo space for the band\u2019s principal protagonists, while paying homage to its status in the pantheon of great songs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In complete contrast \u2018Two Little Alphas\u2019, set to an infectious Cuban rhythm was an outing of pure fun, depicting the mischievious antics of Vasilis Xenopoulos\u2019 young sons \u2013 whose first names, you will not be surprised to learn, both begin with A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By now the band had entered the realm of new material ahead of recording a second album later this year – something very much to look forward to. \u2018Soho Soiree\u2019, anchored by a gorgeous bass line from Matyas Hofecker settled into a relaxed groove, while \u2018XO Buzz\u2019 explored the pleasurable sensations induced by good brandy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before anyone could drift into an alcoholic stupor, Rob Barron summoned a call for action. The band launched into an untitled blues (did I detect a hint of Cole Porter\u2019s \u2018Love for Sale\u2019 lurking in the background?). It was a case of \u2018All hands to the pumps\u2019 as the excitement mounted for the grand finale \u2013 blistering solos, high speed exchanges, dramatic top notes \u2026 and still the audience clamoured for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The band duly obliged. A gently swinging \u2018Sunday in New York\u2019, from the 1963 movie starring Jane Fonda, brought a wonderful evening by five world class musicians at the top of their game to a perfect close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Five Way Split\u2019s debut album \u2018All the Way\u2019 is available from Bandcamp via the following link https:\/\/5-waysplit.bandcamp.com\/album\/all-the-way<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Composer credits for the numbers featured in the concert are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vasilis Xenopoulos: Out of Wayne\u2019s Bag, Two Little Alphas<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quentin Collins: Mr Birthday Waltz, XO Buzz<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rob Barren: Lingua Franca, Dr Stohl, Evidently, Soho Soire<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jimmy Van Heusen\/Sammy Cahn: All the Way arranged by Rob Barron<\/p>\n\n\n\n Peter Nero\/Carroll Coates: Sunday in New York arranged by Five Way Split<\/p>\n\n\n\n *** As ever, our thanks to the Progress Front of House Team for their warm welcome and hospitality, to the Sales and Box Office team who have coped magnificently with the terrific demand for tickets, Rich Saunders for his technical expertise and to the audience whose continued support makes it possible<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz In Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ALEX CLARK QUARTET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n preview by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alex Clarke Quartet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Crowmarsh Jazz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saturday 1 June Doors 6.45pm | Show 7.30pm.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n As a finalist in the BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2020, winner of the Rising Star category in the 2019 British Jazz Awards and nominee in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2021 & 2022, Alex (right)<\/em><\/strong> is known to be one of the most in-demand and versatile saxophonists to have emerged on the British jazz scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Praised for her extensive repertoire list and intelligent ear for harmony, Alex\u2019s sound is steeped in the tradition of bebop. Her deep respect for the heritage of the music can be heard in a hard-swinging, melodic approach reminiscent of Scott Hamilton and Lester Young, with strong bop influences of Phil Woods and Cannonball Adderley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Back in 2018, Alex released her debut album \u201cMirage\u201d. Since then, she has appeared as a sideman on numerous recordings, such as the 2019 album with acclaimed jazz, blues and country vocalist\/pianist TJ Johnson entitled \u201cSongs from the Jazz Country\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Alex Quartet features some of the finest names in British Jazz, namely David Newton, Dave Green and Clark Tracey. In Summer 2022, they released their latest album \u2018Only A Year’. This led to a sell-out album tour in January\/February 2023 across renowned UK jazz clubs and festivals. Venue<\/strong> Crowmarsh Village Hall, Benson Lane, Crowmarsh Gifford, OX10 8ED<\/p>\n\n\n\n Live Jazz In Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n JAZZ AT THE FORGE, Basingstoke<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n previews by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Joe Webb\/Will Sach Duo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sunday 19 May 7:45pm <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a rare performance from the duo.(right) <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most jaw-dropping jazz pianists of our time, Joe Webb<\/strong> is renowned for his relentless creative flow, bewildering stride playing and his authentic jazz flair. Having performed and recorded with artists including Wynton Marsalis, Jamie Cullum and Damian Lewis, Webb has now signed with Edition Records embarking on his journey as solo artist and bandleader. His charismatic music wholly embraces the jazz tradition with nods to popular music along the way. Since they started to play together in late 2021 they have toured all over the world playing Joe\u2019s music in venues such as Ronnie Scott\u2019s in London, Duc des Lombards in Paris, Blue Note Beijing and Blue Note Shanghai, and will be releasing new music throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Antonio Forcione<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Friday 24 May 7:45pm<\/strong> Renowned for his virtuoso solo performances, this is a rare opportunity to catch Forcione completely on his own, when he lets his creative spirit run freely, and man and guitar become one as he showcases a mind-boggling variety of style and form, using every possible part of the musical instrument in a spectacular display of musicianship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n His albums have variously topped UK and international jazz charts, and he has shared the stage worldwide with some of the world\u2019s most accomplished musicians. Be prepared to both laugh and be moved, as he celebrates the unexpected elements in life with delicacy, humour, and not least, passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Martin Taylor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Friday 31 May 7:45pm<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Grammy-nominated musician \u202fDr. Martin Taylor, MBE<\/strong>, (right<\/strong><\/em>) is a virtuoso guitarist, composer, educator, and musical innovator, whom Acoustic Guitar Magazine<\/em> calls, “THE Acoustic Guitarist of his Generation”<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Widely considered to be the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz and fingerstyle guitar playing, Martin possesses an inimitable style that has earned him global recognition from fellow musicians, fans, and critics alike. He dazzles audiences with a signature style that artfully combines his virtuosity, emotion, and humor with a strong, engaging stage presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to his own concerts and recordings, he has also collaborated with musicians from many different musical genres, including Jeff Beck, Tommy Emmanuel, Bill Wyman, Chet Atkins, Stephane Grappelli, David Grisman, George Harrison, Jamie Cullum, Bryn Terfel, Dianne Schuur, and Gary Burton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Omar Puente & Ilario Ferarri<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saturday 8 June 7:45pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a323. Under 25s and f\/t students \u00a321<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n (includes \u00a34 booking fee)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We are glad to welcome this very special duo; internationally renowned for his masterful performances in a variety of musical styles, Cuban Jazz violin virtuoso Omar Puente<\/strong> and Italian pianist, singer, and composer Ilario Ferrari<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exploring the common ground and new possibilities of afro-Cuban jazz and Mediterranean culture. From new original compositions to beloved pieces of Latin Jazz, their performance is an enchanting blend of humour, instrumental brilliance, and soulful vocals. Prepare to be transported from the vibrant rhythms of Cuba to the sun-kissed shores of Southern Italy and back again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Raise The Roof:<\/strong> Let’s Raise the Roof!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz On Air<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n HOT BISCUITS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n weekly rations from Steve Bewick<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Extracts from a live set with Manchester’s Ain’t Misbehavin’ Jazz Group where humour meets live jazz. Also on the bill is Jobic Le Masson Trio with Steve Potts on `Bemsha Swing`. Trevor Whiting, John Petters, Martin Litton with Heather Birt on `Avalon Live`. Johnny “Guitar” Watson features a `new car.` The Whale with `Virtigo`. Last but certainly not least is, Paul Dunmall – news and stuff about the `Sparrows.` If this looks good then pass it on and join me on www.mixcloud.com\/stevebewick\/ 24\/7\u2026\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Literature<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n CELEBRATE A CENTENNIAL WITH BOOKS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n review by newsletter<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The publishing house Simon & Schuster is celebrating its 100th<\/sup> birthday this year, and so are offering some excellent titles at reduced rates. The items below are recommended on their web site, so you can check out details and prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Man Called Ove is a Novel By Fredrik Backman<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll feel new sympathy for the curmudgeons in your life. You’ll also want to move to Scandinavia, where everything’s cuter.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/aata.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/sidetracks-and-detours-3.png\")
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Alex will be performing with her band comprising the UK’s finest jazz musicians – Graham Harvey<\/strong> (piano), Dave Green<\/strong> (bass) and Steve Brown<\/strong> (drums).<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/aata.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/listings-jir-6.jpg\")
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Will Sach<\/strong> (double bass) was raised in the New York City Area where he grew up playing jazz and Appalachian folk music. His performance highlights include Wynton Marsalis, Kit Downes, Sam Amidon, and a featured soloist with the London Sinfoniett<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/aata.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3-2.jpeg\")
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The multi-award winning Antonio Forcione<\/strong>, (left) <\/em><\/strong>acoustic guitarist, composer, and talented artist, is a highly charismatic and inventive performer, with his vibrant and original blend of jazz, Latin, African, and flamenco sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/aata.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4.jpeg\")
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Limpopo Groove and Blue Magoo<\/strong>
Oaken Grove Vineyard<\/strong>
Fawley, nr Henley-on-Thames<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
A charity fundraising event (right)<\/em><\/strong> to support and literally put the roof on a Ugandan school for orphaned and destitute children. Live music from both bands, authentic two course African meal included in ticket price, short inspiring presentation, raffles and auctions. Limpopo Groove<\/strong> is an established, upbeat, afro-fusion group playing infectious, lively music, inspired by their drummer and founder\u2019s African homeland. With original songs written in Shona and English, they blend afro jazz with tribal beats and European influences to create catchy rhythms that crowds just can\u2019t help dancing to. Blue Magoo<\/strong> is an eight piece upbeat fun jazz band that will be supporting with a selection of African tunes. Oaken Grove Vineyard is a fabulous beautiful location overlooking a stunning view over the valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Buy tickets and bring your friends to this Africa-themed fundraiser & celebration, where 100% of profits will go towards building a roof for the Emily Collins School in Kisoro, Uganda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/aata.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/radio-3.jpg\")
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