Quentin Collins

For well over a decade now Quentin has established an enviable reputation as a lyrical and melodic trumpet player with a powerful sound and approach. His first album released in 2007 "If Not Now, Then When?" received critical acclaim with Jazzwise calling it an "intensely impressive debut", while the Guardian called Quentin a "young brass virtuoso". He has continued to forge an impressive reputation on the UK scene via projects including the “QC/BA Quartet” (alongside another 606 Club regular Brandon Allen), with the band touring internationally and releasing the brilliant album 'What's It Gonna Be?' He also includes the likes of Jeff Beck, Jason Rebello, Basement Jaxx, Omar, Prince and Roy Ayres on a lengthy and impressive cv but these days, is probably best known for his work with the internationally acclaimed Kyle Eastwood Band. Quentin describes the music this evening as "contemporary straight ahead with some groove and some swing" performed by his brand new quartet of award-winning musicians, Ashley Henry on piano, Daniel Casimir (see Tue 10th) on bass and Shane Forbes on drums. A rare chance to hear this world-renowned musician at the Club with his own quartet. Highly recommended.

“A trumpeter whose style is a sizzling update of the Morgan/Hubbard approach" MOJO Magazine; "Collins...impressively intense" Jazzwise; "Collins...England's top...trumpet master...breathtaking" HMV Magazine