BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year, Xhosa Cole, first picked up a saxophone at the Ladywood Community School of Music, an Andy Hamilton project. From there he took every opportunity to develop his skills including a stints in the fabulous MYJO and the National Youth Jazz Collective before going on to TV success where he showcased his own composition 'Moving Ladywood'.
For this gig he brings his own trio, featuring Mark Sanders on drums and Steve Saunders on guitar.
Steve Ajao is Birmingham's best loved Bebop artist, Steve (seen above playing with Andy Hamilton, back in the day) is a renowned local Jazz and Blues musician. He came to prominence in the eighties when he played with the great Red Rodney, Charlie Parker’s trumpet player in London and Brighton. A beautifully inventive Alto player and a joy to hear.
We regret that we had to increase the price slightly to cover some extra expenses.
They will be joined by Ray 'Pablo' Brown, who played on both of Andy Hamilton's World Circuit albums, on double bass.
Completing a wonderful line up is Keith York on drums. His Rock'n'Roll pedigree includes Broadcast and Bentley Rhythm Ace.
Due to Covid restrictions we have a reduced capacity, so if you're coming please indicate your intention in advance either by emailing bearwoodjazz@gmail.com, messaging us on Facebook or by responding to the Facebook event when its posted.
