★★★★ “Springy deftness… Cool precision… Serious chops…”
Andy Cowan, MOJO
Will Barnes (guitar) is joined by James Batten (drums), Jack Gonsalez (piano) and Clovis Phillips (bass) – a tight collective of experienced jazz instrumentalists.
Presenting songs from their debut album, ‘Source of the Severn’. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style, with a stunning collection of original, fresh compositions that have been inspired by the breathtaking scenery of Mid-Wales and the Marches as well as taking influence from the likes of Wes Montgomery, Bill Evans, Pat Metheny and Oscar Peterson.
The quartet released their debut album on AAB Records to critical acclaim in Oct 2023 and have completed the first leg of a UK tour in support of the release to sell out audiences in arts centres and theatres. They have also performed at some of the country’s top jazz clubs and festivals and have secured appearances at Brecon Jazz Festival, Hay Festival, Pizza Express (Soho) and BBC Radio 4’s Loose Ends.
“They are superlative musicians!”
Adam Walton, BBC Radio Wales
★★★★ “Evocative, intelligent… contemporary”
Ian Mann, Jazzmann
“Immaculately conceived and performed”
Nick Lea, Jazz Views
This gig will be seated. As the event falls on a Friday, wood-fired pizza will be available from 5pm before the gig and up to 9pm during – call 01597811226 to book food.
£12 advance. £15 on the door.
*Supporter price tickets include a discretionary £2, which supports the work of The Lost ARC and the headline performer.
Online ticket sales for this event are closed.
