Sammy Rimington Band with special guest Cuff Billet
Performers:
The Sammy Rimington International Band Cuff Billett, trumpet
Note:
Sammy Rimington has dedicated his life to playing New Orleans music. He started playing professionally 45 years ago at the age of 18 when he joined Ken Colyer Jazzmen. Since then he can be heard on 140 LP's and more than 100 CD's and has performed with great names in New Orleans style jazz. Sammy Rimington has made a major contribution to the music of New Orleans, not only for his individual, sensitive interpretation of the music, but also for arranging many tours for New Orleans musicians as guests with his own band in Europe so that their music could be appreciated over here. Sammy Rimington is a jazz artist in a class of his own!
Sammy Rimington is widely regarded as one of the world's leading exponents of classic style clarinet and saxophone. Over the past 35 years Sammy has made important contributions through his lively and inventive approach to jazz. - The New York Times.
The Concorde Club is a Private Members Club. Non-members are welcome Wednesday jazz evenings and lunchtimes in the Moldy Fig wine bar. For 21s and over, please dress in smart casual with no T-shirts (except smart Polo shirts), trainers, jeans or denim of any colour. Reserved seating in booking order. The Moldy Fig wine bar will be open from 6pm for pre-performance and interval drinks & dining. Table reservations are advised.
Ticket Prices:
£17 (£12 members) - Tickets available from 023 8061 3989