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London Jazz Orchestra – Celebrating Kenny Wheeler
Sun 02 February 2025 @ 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Doors 3:30 PM, Music 4:00 PM
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Trumpeter and composer Kenny Wheeler was a founder member of the London Jazz Orchestra, and the LJO celebrates his 95th birthday with a performance of his Long Suite 2005, written for his 75th birthday tour. Kenny’s writing remains a huge influence on the band’s composer/members and the performance will also “trumpet” new music by LJO pianist Alcyona Mick and bassist Calum Gourlay.
Directed by Scott Stroman, in its 34th year the LJO retains a lyrical and yet cutting edge, generating a stream of new music – played by top soloists from across the generations including trumpet Henry Lowther, saxophonist Pete Hurt, trombonist Martin Gladdish and guitarist Nick Costley-White.
Review: London Jazz Orchestra – Kenny Wheeler Long Suite 2005