Bulls Head Jam Session and workshop hosted by the Meredith White
The Meredith White Trio
Entry Requirements: Under 18s to be accompanied by an appropriate adult
Meredith White, piano, keyboards and vocals, Dave Jones, bass and Paul Cavaciuti, drums: “Pianist Meredith White … brings an amazing quality of presence to her playing …. which makes for compelling listening…….” – LondonJazzNews. There will be a Workshop from 6:30 - 8:00 followed by a set from the Meredith White Trio and then a jam session open to all to play. Look for the Facebook event page for info on the workshop content and tune to be explored. New Zealand born pianist and composer Meredith White and the trio draws a wide range of repertoire and styles to the classic jazz piano trio format. Original compositions sit alongside old and new jazz standards drawn from classic soul and pop repertoire, through swing, Latin and funk grooves and textures influenced by the band leader’s classical background. Drummer Paul Cavaciuti has been a stalwart of the British jazz scene since the early 90s having played with a host of the UK’s top jazz musicians, including Jim Mullen, Tina May, Chris Garrick and David Gordon. Dave Jones' bass playing in recent years has included Ronnie Scott’s Soul and Jazz Orchestra, Pete Cater Big Band, Way Out West Jazz Collective and The Stefanous Tsourelis Trio and Steve Gadd as well as leading his own groups. 8.00pm Tickets £8 in advance & £10 door - Under 18 and NUS £5
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The Meredith White Trio
The Meredith White Trio brings a wide range of repertoire and styles to the classic jazz piano trio format and delivers with a depth of expression and creativity. Expect original compositions alongside old and new jazz standards (from soul and pop repertoire), through swing, Latin and funk grooves and textures influenced by the band leader’s classical background.
The trio includes drummer Paul Cavaciuti and bassist Dave Jones, each bandleaders in their own right, who complement and support while bringing a unique voice to their roles.
