Sunday Lunchtime Special with Gareth Lockrane's Big Band

Over the last few years Gareth Lockrane has established himself as one of the finest jazz flautists in Europe, with a string of high profile appearances alongside the likes of the James Taylor Quartet, Natalie Williams and the late, great Bheki Mseleku. It is a measure of Gareth’s growing international standing that he was named “Rising Star on Flute” in the prestigious Downbeat Critics Poll (USA), just one of many awards and accolades he’s received. This afternoon Gareth will be fronting his 18-piece Big Band that will perform mainly his arrangements of a mix of originals and the odd classic jazz standard. Given Gareth’s standing on the UK scene it’s not surprising that his Big Band attracts some of the finest players around and this afternoon is no exception, featuring a host of high profile award-winning musicians. The band this afternoon features: Sam Mayne, Mike Chillingworth, George Crowley, Graeme Blevins, Richard Shepherd, Adrian Fry, Trevor Mires, Callum Au, Lewis Edney, Henry Collins, Steve Fishwick, Robbie Robson, Tom Walsh, Ross Stanley, Mike Outram, Dave Whitford, Matt Skelton, Jez Wiles. A rare gig by this truly exceptional Big Band and not to be missed.

“Lockrane’s flute work is exceptional, combining a relaxed fluidity with an acute adventurousness…very special indeed” Jazzwise;
“…formidable” Guardian;
“…brilliant” Observer;
“Flute phenomenon” Evening Standard;
“…breathtaking…dazzling…” AllAboutJazz