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Priory Marquee - separate concert (see booking form)
CLARE TEAL - Website
Clare Teal’s debut album That’s the Way It Is was CD of the week in The Observer.
Following the release of her second album, Orsino’s Songs, Michael Parkinson predicted
that she would be ‘the next big thing’. She was, signing a huge deal with Sony. Her next
album, Don’t Talk, topped the British Jazz Charts. Clare was ‘British Jazz Artist of the Year,
2005’ and ‘BBC Jazz Vocalist of the Year, 2006’.  
Her voice has a smile in it. Dave Gelly, The Observer.

Chris Jagger and the Atcha Band - Website
This powerful quintet features Chris Jagger’s acoustic guitar, vocals, washboard and song
writing. Chris has worked with many bands, including his brother’s and Leo Sayer. Musical
polymath Charlie Hart plays fiddle, accordion and piano and is known for his tight bass playing
with Ian Dury, Alexis Korner, Eric Clapton and Charlie Watts. In 1995, he received an Oscar
nomination for his work on the animation short, Triangles. Malcolm Mortimore (percussion) cut
his teeth with Ian Dury. A cool jazzman, he has worked live with Barney Kessel, Charlie Byrd
and Buddy Tate. His lad, Jim Mortimore (electric guitar) has worked with Herbie Flowers and
PP Arnold. Paul Emile (bass guitar) has excellent timing and a great singing voice.
"Jagger is a sly, sharp songwriter whose lyrics often recall the likes of Sammy Kahn more than
any other rock star." Tony Parsons in the Daily Telegraph.

Synthesis * - Website
Another sensation! This 20-piece American College Band features a spectacular repertoire
with strong musicianship and stunning solos.
This is one of the best college big bands. All Music Guide

Paddy Milner and the Big Sounds - Website
We’ve done it again! Forget Jamie Cullum. This is the boy! Don’t miss this band that features
the hottest young players around. If you don’t believe us, cast your eyes over this.
‘I love it. I wouldn’t change a note.’  Dave Brubeck on Paddy’s single, Unsquare Dance.
‘You make the piano sing.’  Jools Holland
‘Awesome.’  Paul Jones
As well as Paddy on piano, the band features Alan Skinner (drums), Chris Hill (double bass,
vocals), Campbell Breneman (guitar, vocals), Ben Somers (tenor sax), Jon Radford (trumpet)
and Bob ‘Bone’ Dowell on trombone.

The Eduardo Niebla Trio
Spanish guitarist and composer, Eduardo Niebla, is one of the most brilliant and evocative of
performers, fusing ‘poignantly poetic… and truly fabulous’ (The Scotsman) flamenco gypsy
jazz with Arab, Indian Latin and classical influences to create a truly ‘stunning’ (The Sound) and ‘exhilarating’ (Jazz Journal) musical experience, ‘full of hot, dark, Mediterranean passion’
(The Scotsman). 
Eduardo, who was born in Tangier in 1955 as the 7th child of a 7th child, has appeared at the
Athens Olympics, Ronnie Scott’s, the Wembley Arena, the Royal Festival Hall, the festivals at
Tibilisi and Glastonbury and the San Isidro Fiesta in Madrid.

Bob Barnard and the European Classic Jazz Band * - Website
Truly great trad jazz bands are increasingly difficult to find, but here’s one of the very best.
Bob Barnard (cornet and multi-instrumentalist) is regarded as one of the finest musicians ever
to have come out of Australia. Reeds are supplied by Swedish Jazz King who switches from
clarinet to curved soprano sax during tunes. The quintet is completed by Englishman Keith
Durstan on piano, Swede Olle Nyman on piano and Paul Habraken from the Netherlands
on tuba.

The Cass Caswell Trio
Having played in symphony orchestras in the 60s, Cass Caswell (double bass) went on to
become a bandleader on the Queen Elizabeth. He has worked with many noted names
including Pete Allen, Acker Bilk, Elaine Delmar, Art Farmer, Don Lusher, Alan Barnes,
Kenny Baker, Wally Fawkes, Digby Fairweather and Nancy Wilson. He accompanied
Tiny Tim at the legendary Isle of Wight Pop Festival, but never got paid! He is
accompanied by John Martin (keyboards) the former Musical Director of Scottish
Television who was Harry Secombe’s accompanist. John has jammed with Oscar
Peterson and accompanied Ella Fitzgerald. Nick Milward currently drums Kenny Ball
and Digby Fairweather.

Tad Newton's Jazz Friends - Website
One of the UK’s best-loved old-style bands, the Jazz Friends specialise in lively
foot-tapping Dixieland jazz. Within this framework reside the sound of Duke Ellington and
Count Basie. No prestigious sporting occasion is complete without them –they’ve even
played in the FA Cup Final – sadly, it was before the kick-off. Other great occasions
include Royal Ascot, the London Marathon Winners reception, Twickers and Henley
Regatta. Non-sporting venues include the Barbican Centre, Birmingham and Upton
Jazz Festivals, the Saville Club, the 100 Club and Pizza Express.

Cubana Bop - Website
This 6-piece band’s original jazz fusion sound, highly melodic and harmonic, is driven by an
exciting Latin rhythm. Terry Seabrook (keyboards) has worked with Chet Baker, Jimmy
Witherspoon, Jim Mullen, Jean Toussaint and Robin Jones. Ian Price (sax) has worked with
the Herbie Flowers Quartet; Dave Barnard is one of the country’s top Afro Cuban bass players
and is a member of Robin Jones’ King Salsa; Satin Singh, the band’s conguerro, is as versed
in Indian percussion as in Latin music. He has been a regular member of King Salsa.
Tristan Banks is as much at home on congas, bongos and timbales as on the drum kit.
He studied percussion in Brazil. Gary Kavanagh (trumpet) spent 10 years in Holland working
with leading jazz and salsa bands. 
…exciting, authentic music. The Stage.

The Sally Doherty Quartet - Website
Versatile vocalist, Sally Doherty’s singing is both intimate and passionate. Her quartet
performs classic ‘Lounge Latin’. Music to dance to is interspersed with songs that are dramatic
or beautifully calm. The repertoire includes songs from all over South America

Claridade * - Website
Claridade is Portuguese for ‘clarity’. The band brings together some of Brazil’s most beautiful
rhythms and songs. Clare Foster (voice, percussion) has performed at some of the world’s
great jazz festivals, including North Sea, London and Montreal. Both Paolo de Oliveira
(guitar, voice) and Ife Tolentino (bass guitar, voice) were born in Sao Paolo. Ife’s band,
As Meninas, has toured with Brian Ferry. Shanti Paul Jayasinha (trumpet/flugelhorn) has
worked with Jean Toussaint, Gilad Atzman, Bobby Wellins, Guy Barker and Mike Westbrook 
Iian Pattinson is on drums and percussion.

Loz Speyer’s Time Zone
Loz Speyer (trumpet, flugelhorn) is fast becoming known as an powerful and innovative force
on the contemporary jazz scene. His work infuses Afro-Cuban rhythms with the sounds of a
range of forces including Thelonius Monk. He is joined by Martin Hathaway (alt sax, bass
clarinet), Richard Bolton (guitar), Phil Donkin (double bass), Simon Pearson (drums) and
Carlos Lopez Real (alto/soprano sax).
Gritty, graceful sounds with a dark-light intensity. Echoes

Groovenik - Website
The New Northern Funk Sound is the brain child of Richard Owen. By mixing influences from
across the whole history of funky music, along with other styles, the band  aims to create a
unique sound which moves both body and mind.
Groovenik has played at high profile gigs in their home city of Newcastle since forming in 2005.
With a new album in the pipeline, they are ready to reach out across the country with their
funky wares.

The Filthy Six * - Website
Horn-led, organ-fuelled soul jazz/funk and boogaloo from this excellent London-based sextet.
Back by popular demand [at The Lot] for a run of nights after last year’s barn-storming 5 star
sell-out shows. The Times

Baby Charles - Website
This septet’s cover version of the Artic Monkey’s I Bet You Look Good on the Dance Floor
was first played on the Jonathan Ross Show. Mark Lamarr recently invited them to the
BBC´s Maida Vale Studios to record a live session for his God's Jukebox show.
An act to lead the 2008 soul uprising. Mojo Magazine

Tracy Campbell/Noel Robinson and the 606 Gospel Group
The 606 Gospel Group is the house gospel collective performing every month at the eponymous
and famous jazz venue in Fulham. Tracey is its choir director, and is established as one of the
country's most prominent soloists, choir directors and composer/arrangers. We are catching her
in a brief pause in the "Secret Garden" tour. Noel is Britain's premier writer,exporter and
performer of praise and worship songs, and has collaborated closely with artists ranging from
Israel Horton to Chaka Khan; he is also a fabulous jazz guitarist. The 606 Gospel Group
features other well knownBritish gospel artists, notably Sharon McPherson, Yolanda Antonio
and Nic Jarrett, and young up-and-comers Liz Swain and Alison Beck. The 606 house band
features Miko Giedroyc (p), Andre Gabriel(b) and Ben Reed (dr).

The Africa Bandstand will be non-stop from 10.30am. In between the acts,
‘Kaya, the Spirit of the Drum’ will demonstrate their skills.
 
African Dance and Song Workshop with Chimanimani
Led by Chanda Nyerezani and Cecilia Agatha, this exciting session is a chance to learn
and participate in African song and dance before the band’s first performance. You will be
taught an original Chimanimani song which will feature in the show. There will be an
opportunity to sing live and show off those new steps on-stage with the band during their
festival set. Unmissable!The cost of the workshop will be £4. Please contact the Box Office
to book a place.

Chimanimani - Website
Chimanimani embodies everything expected from an African dance band – upbeat and
infectious rhythms, jangling guitar melodies, haunting vocals and strong funky bass riffs.
British venues where the band has appeared include Glastonbury, the Larmer Tree Festival,
the Eden Complex and the Africa Centre.

Laye Sow Quintet - Website
Laye Sowe is a Fula from Northern Senegal. He was brought up on the African tradition of
storytelling through song. He represents a smooth blend of Afro-Arab rhythms with American
blues. Among the places where he has wowed the crowds at Glastonbury, Womad and the
Royal Festival Hall.
An addictive new find. It’s rare to hear such a perfect combination of voice and guitar. Charles Gillett, Radio 4.

Lolou * - Website
Lolou is a Wolof word that translates as “That’s it! You’ve got it!” The band blends the rich
tribal mix of Senegal with international influences. It comprises Badou Ndiaye (drums),
Birame Seek (lead vocals), Diabel Cissokho (kora, xalam, lead vocals) El hadji Seye (bass)
and Jules Sow (guitar). The octet is completed by two percussionists from the ndepp healing
tradition used to cure mental illness, Mamadou Sarr (djembe, congas) and Medoune Ndiaye
(tama, sabar).

The Red Hot Rhythmakers* - Website
Brewin Dolphin Best Newcomer nominee
An exciting young band (all in their 20s) from Melbourne, Australia, which brings new life to the
hot, sweet sounds of the 20s and 30s bands led by such luminaries as Duke Ellington and
King Oliver. This nonet comprises the triple reed section of Joel Dullard, Lauren van der
Werff, Simon Holman (trumpet): the brass section of trumpeters Jason Downes and
Michael McQuaid and Cassandra Liston (trombone). Andrew Nolte plays a 1929
Paramount banjo and a 1930s-style acoustic guitar. The multi-talented husband and wife
team of Richard Mander and Sandra Tally contribute bass and tuba/drums and vocals
respectively.Their standard of musicianship is impeccable. Just Jazz

The Ritchie Bryant All Stars
Marlborough’s favourite eclectic bunch of all-stars! Leader Richard Bryant (drums) is a former
member of the Terry Lightfoot Band. Since 1969 he has toured the world with Acker Bilk’s
Paramount Jazz Band. Enrico Tomasso (trumpet) spent a decade with the Pasedena Roof
Orchestra and has worked with Louis Armstrong (yes! It’s true!), Ray Gelato, Brian Ferry and
Acker Bilk. Pianist John Pearce was a member of the Ray Ellington Quartet. He has worked
with Jack Parnell, James Last, Art Farmer, Warren Vache, Tommy Whittle and Ronnie Scott and accompanied some of the great lady vocalists, including Anita O’Day, Selina Jones,
Peggy Lee, Elaine Delmar and Annie Ross. He is currently in Scott Hamilton’s band.
John Day (bass) is currently working with Aker Bilk. His wife Karen Sharp (tenor sax) is
Humph’s favourite former member of his band,  

The Kremlinaires - Website
At the height of the Cold War, Stalin became convinced that the Americans held a trump card
in the struggle for the hearts and minds of the proletariat – Swing Jazz! A secret programme was developed to train a cadre of musicians who would consign Glen Miller to the dustbin of history.
The story moves on to Chris Hague. A fiddle player and fantasist, he set off for Moscow and
was amazed to discover that, not only had the programme survived until 1997, but the
musicians were still eking out a living in a backstreet nightclub. The hottest swinging band he
had ever seen. Tempted by the offer of a council flat in Hackney, they quit the motherland and
headed for the bright lights of London. The rest is history!

The Baddest Blues Band Ever - Website
The Baddest Blues Band -Ever are an earthy modern blues band in which the funkiest
musicians from the parallel worlds of blues, jazz and rock return to their roots. The band
performs stunning originals by members Koral and Schwarz as well as popular blues hits by
Ray Charles, Nina Simone, Mose Allison and WIllie Dixon. You may be wondering if these
guys have played with anyone famous. Well, they've racked up an astonishing list: Roger
Daltry, Robert Plant, Greg Lake, Gary Moore, Bill Bruford, Chrissie Hynde, Sandi Thorn,
Paul Young, Georgie Fame, Jimmy Witherspoon, US3, Cleo Laine, George Shearing,
George Benson, Mose Allison, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Depeche Mode, David Essex,
Robert Fripp, Leo Sayer, Andy Summers, Toyah, Lisa Stansfield and Sting! Guitarist Rob Koral
and Vocalist Zoe Schwarz have played at Ronnie Scott’s, Pizza Express Dean street, the
Barbican, the Royal Festival Hall, 606 and many of the countries top theatres and festivals.
The band also includes jazz luminaries, Pete Whittaker-Hammond organ, Geoff Gascoyne-bass,
plus Si Genaro-harmonica and Dave Wallace-drums.
This band is guaranteed to get you rocking in the aisles!'
'One of the finest guitar-led blues and roots bands in the world' - Time Out Magazine

Tamsin Collison and her Trio
Vocalist Tamsin Collison graduated from the opera course at the ENO, but has since turned
her attention to jazz. She performs at Pizza on the Park and other top venues. She is backed
by Geoff Castle on piano, Steve Taylor on drums and Nick Kacal on bass.

The Jon Walsh Blues Band
A real blues band! Indeed they feature regularly at top festivals. Jon Walsh is a one-man
orchestra on vocals, electric & acoustic guitars, slide guitar and harp. He is supported by Pete
Millar (keyboards and backing vocals), Terry Michael(drums & percussion) and Peter Shears
(bass, backing vocals).

Protect the Beat - Website
This Anglo-American super-group lines up Winston Blissett (bass), whose diverse credits
include Phil Collins, Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams and Lisa Stansfield: Derek Nash is the
creative force behind Sax Appeal and features in the Jools Holland Big Band.
Tim Cansfield (guitar) was in every live BGs show for 11 years and has appeared with
Whitney Houston, Ray Charles and Annie Lennox. Darby Todd on drums gives the band its
unique edge. He has done a stint in The Lion King. Arden Hart (keys and trumpet) has
appeared with Massive Attack and the Spice Girls.

CrazyBread - Website
CrazyBread is a fusion of Jazz/Blues with driving African and Latin rhythms and Jazz guitars.
The band represents an eclectic mix of performers from Africa, Europe, Latin America and India.
It has performed at WOMAD, the Jazz Café and Ronnie Scott’s.   

Becki Biggins and her Trio * - Website
Every year Marlborough Jazz is proud to come up with new discoveries. We are confident that
in Becki Biggins we have found a new star. She not only plays the sax. She sings too
(but not at the same time)! At the age of 12 she won the Daily Telegraph Young Jazz
Competition. Still only 25, at the time of going to press, her collaborative album Hardcastle 5
is at the top of the American smooth jazz charts for the sixth successive week
Ross Stanley (piano) is a graduate of the Guildhall School of Music. He has worked with
Jamie Cullum, Renata D’Aillo and Guy Barker. Geoff Gascoyne (bass) has made countless
appearances at Ronnie Scott’s and worked with a galaxy of stars including Georgie Fame,
Van Morrison, Norma Winstone, Willard White, Claire Martin and Jamie Cullum. He is married
to the Australian singer, Trudy Kerr. After graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and
Drama Darren Altman drummed for three years with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra.
He been house drummer at Ronnie Scott’s, appeared at the North Sea Jazz Festival and
worked with Will Young, Sax Appeal and Anita Wardell.

Toschia Comeaux *
Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Toscha’s musical grounding was in the church in the tradition
of so many American singers. As an esteemed singer of mainstream jazz, soul and R&B, she
has shared the stage with such all-time greats as Ray Charles and Diana Ross. She is
supported by her all-American band. Rod Youngs from Washington DC has worked with
Hugh Masekela, Natalie Cole, Jazz Jamaica, Gary Crosby and Denys Baptiste, Anthony
Chatman (bass) from Chicago and Willerm Delisfort (piano) from Miami complete the trio
Toscha’s performance was nothing short of entrancing. Steinway, Orlando

Danny Clarke and his Griot
Noted painter Danny Clarke will create works of art before your very eyes

The Esmond Selwyn Quintet plus Olivia Moore - Website
The Great British Jazz Guitarists describes Esmond Selwyn as ‘the best-ever British jazz
guitarist’. A great teacher, his quintet is enhanced by three of his most promising students.

Ray Harris and THE FUSION EXPERIENCE - Website
The ‘Best Newcomers’ at Marlborough Jazz 2007, this band has had the ultimate honour of
being the supporting act for the legendary James Brown. They’ve also made their mark at the
Glasgow Jazz Festival and many other venues around Scotland.

The Geoff Eales Trio - Website
Geoff Eales obtained a doctorate in music from Cardiff University in 1973, but, rather than
entering the safe haven of academe, he adopted the more exciting and hazardous course of
becoming a professional musician. His choice has been fully vindicated. The list of those he
has worked with reads like the Pantheon: Henry Mancini, Andrew Lloyd Webber,
Rosemary Clooney, Tammy Wynette, Shirley Bassey, Andy Williams, Kiri TeKanawa,
Jose Carreras and the rest. He has appeared at New York’s legendary Birdland and
numerous other top locations.  
Eales demands your attention with the force of his musical personality and keeps it with
his musicianship. Cadence.

The Gary Potter Trio - Website
A world-class jazz and country guitarist, Gary Potter has been voted Best Country Guitarist
three times. His Nashville legend was secured with an early elevation to the Country Music
Hall of Fame. To date Gary has recorded five CDs.

George Haslam’s Mature Five - Website
George Haslam is listed amongst the world’s top all-time baritone saxophonists. He took the
first British jazz group to play in Cuba and was the first British jazzman to play in Argentina.
He is joined here by a number of the top-class musicians that he has most enjoyed performing
with. Between them they have worked with musicians as legendary as themselves.
Don Rendell (tenor sax and flute) featured in Julian Joseph’s Radio 3 series ‘Jazz Legends’.
He has worked with a galaxy of stars, including Johnny Dankworth, Ted Heath, Stan Kenton,
Woody Herman and Barbara Thompson. Henry Lowther  (trumpet) began his career in a
Salvation Army band. Since then he has worked with Pete King, Loose Tubes, Stan Tracey,
Bing Crosby, George Harrison, Henry Mancini, Paul McCartney, Van Morrison and
Nelson Riddle. Clive Morton is considered by many to be the ultimate grand master of the
double bass. He has worked with Stephane Grapelli, Frank Sinatra and Jamie Cullum.
Robin Jones (drums) has also worked with many great stars, including Elton John.
He has been a stalwart of the London  Latin scene since its very beginning.
A real ALL-STAR line-up.  

The Matt Wates Sextet - Website
A member of Itchy Fingers, Matt Wates (alto sax) graduated from the Berklee School of Music
in 1988. He has won the ‘Rising Star’ category of the British Jazz Awards and the sextet won
the ‘Best Small Group’ category in 2001.
Matt Wates is a bit of a phenomenon. Dave Gelly. The Observer.

The Pete Allen Jazz Band - Website
Ever-popular Dixieland band led by a master of the clarinet, Pete Allen, who is celebrating
30 years in show business and is not unknown for his vocals. Featuring Ken Reece (trumpet,
cornet, flugelhorn); Neil Burns (guitar, banjo); Graham Woodhouse (trombone)who has played
alongside Wild Bill Davison, Roy Williams and others, Richie Burns (drums) one of this country's
most talented swinging jazz drummers; John Benson (bass) who, before joining Pete's band
in 2007, spent 25 years touring the world as a regular member of Kenny Ball and His
Jazzmen; despite his youthful mien, pianist George Cooper has played alongside the
London Community Gospel Choir, Dennis Rollins and Don Weller.

The Sue Hawker Quartet - Website
With her debut at Marlborough, Sue Hawker can claim to have appeared in all the UK’s major
jazz venues, including Ronnie Scott’s, Pizza on the Park, the Barbican, the Royal Festival Hall
and the Brecon, Edinburgh and Glasgow Jazz Festivals.
It’s good to know that such talent exists here in the UK. Jazz Journal

Paul Leegan and the Legends - Website
“Putting on the Style”
We are not into tribute bands, but this one is different. Lonnie Donegan himself formally
endorsed this band performing his music as a future extension of himself. Two of his major
collaborators were Beryl Bryden and Chris Barber, both old Marlborough Jazz performers.
This band has performed in places as diverse as the Cavern in Liverpool, Upton Jazz Festival
and the Grand Order of Water Rats Annual Ball.
Paul’s tribute blew away capacity crowds. Worcester Evening News

‘Old Codger’ – a Tribute to George Melly - Website
All graduates of pianist Kevin Byrne’s Music Dept at Downside School, the Slaughterhouse
Seven commemorate one of Marlborough Jazz’s favourite performers. These ever-popular
boys have built their following in Marlborough from the legendary days of the ‘Cockney Night
Out’. Here they pay tribute to the old maestro who praised their work to the hilt.

Ruthie Culver and the Jazzberries - Website
This quartet has gone down a storm at the Birmingham Jazz Festival, Pizza Express and
The Crypt. They have also performed at 10, Downing Street and were BBC Radio Scotland’s
‘Pick of the Fringe’ in 2004. Ruthie Culver counts Winton Marsalis and Elton John amongst
the admirers of her honeyed voice.
Sultry voiced… standing room only. Los Angeles Times

The Bob Bowles Trio - Website
In the view of Jamie Cullum, Bob Bowles is ‘probably the best blues guitarist in the country’.
That’s why his noted trio is back - by popular demand!

The Helen J Hicks Quartet - Website
Yes, she’s back! Helen Joynson-Hicks is the daughter of the former Bishop of Coventry.
Two years ago, the band she was with, the Honeyriders, won our Best Newcomers Award.
After a successful debut album with Decca, she decided to go solo – and here she is! As well
as being a fine vocalist, she is an accomplished guitar and piano player. Helen will be singing
some numbers from her new album "Helen J Hicks live at the 606" to be released later this year
Helen is as easy on the eye as her songs are on the ear. The Sunday Times
Except, perhaps, for Sinéad O’Connor, there has not been a singer/songwriter from the
British Isles worth getting excited about since Kate Bush. Helen J Hicks manages to mix an
infectious kinetic mix of bluegrass, jazz, country and funk and sings like a woman who is
having a very, very good time. Harpers and Queen

Laura Zakian - Website
Successful appearances at Pizza on the Park and the Vortex confirm that Laura Zakian is
one of the best jazz singers around. Her first recording achieved the status of ‘CD of the
Week’ in the Observer. Graham Harvey (piano) has appeared with many top artists, including
Sax Appeal, Claire Martin and Bobby Wellins. So too has Jeremy Brown (bass), with
people such as Christine Tobin, Anita Wardell and Pete King. Matt Horne is on drums.
The best jazz singer I’d heard in a very long time. Derek Ansell, Jazz Journal

The Jazz Lamp - Website
Keyboard player Anthony Sycamore has worked and recorded with Gwyneth Herbert. Now
his own quartet becomes a vehicle for his extraordinary keyboard talents.

Tamsin Collison and her Trio
Vocalist Tamsin Collison graduated from the opera course at the ENO, but has since turned
her attention to jazz. She performs at Pizza on the Park and other top venues. She is backed
by Geoff Castle on piano, Paul Cavacuiti on drums and Nick Kacal on bass.

The Wedding Band * - Website
This all-American, Paris-based trad band is one of the most in-demand outfits in France.
They have created a unique sound that blends jazz, blues, gospel and Dixie into a gritty,
emotional and energetic ride down Bourbon Street.

Kennet Vale Brass - Website
A Wiltshire ornament. A ten-piece band that appeared recently with Rick Wakeman.

The Katya Gorrie Quartet - Website
Sultry Canadian vocalist, Katya Gorrie has toured in North America and Europe.
The band is completed by James Forster (guitar), Jerry Soffe (bass) and Charlie Startford
(drums).
Katya is a sexy, sharp-witted, dynamic entertainer. Vancouver Sun

Danny Clarke and his Griot - Website1 - Website2
A cultural journey in songs and stories and live watercolour. Seikou Susso from The Gambia
is a noted virtuoso of the kora, which is sometimes referred to as ‘the African Harp’. He is also
an exponent of the Griot art of story-telling.
Well-known for his appearances on TV’s Watercolour Challenge, Danny Clarke creates
dynamic watercolours and sketches before your very eyes, while accompanying himself on
acoustic guitars and piano.

Oi Sambista
Wiltshire’s answer to the Latin beat play with verve, panache and style. This daring troupe
includes an exotic dancer in authentic Rio Carnival gear.

Guitar and Hang - Website
The ‘Hang’ is a Swedish steel drum played by percussionist, Martyn Barker with the hands.
It is soft and ethereal in tone and gives a hypnotic feel to Pete Downes’ acoustic guitar.
Something different! "Pete Downes plays guitar with… a distinctively bright and crystalline
sound", Dave Gelly, The Observer.

Bill Mather - Website
Playing an ingeniously modified classical guitar, fingerstyle Bill Mather combines bass and
melody bringing a wonderful rich complex sound to his reportoire of Jazz, Blues and Latin
American music.

Busk
The ultimate student trio! Eleanor May is a fine new talent. She learnt to act at the
Mountview Drama School and is now studying English at Goldsmith’s College. 
Mundo May (keyboards) is reading music at Durham and Charlie Mercer (bass), Theology
at Edinburgh.

The Local Crew
Something different! Over the years a number of young musicians of quality have emerged
from Marlborough. Now a selection of them comes together for your delectation – and the beer.
The place is bound to be packed with groupies, so come early. It’s being organised by
ex-Abba tribute king John Smith and Alfie’s dad, Ben Ramsbottom.

Unfurl
Jazz violinist Olivia Moore is strongly influenced by Indian and Egyptian classical music which
makes for a unique sound. She is supported by John Thorne (bass), Stuart McCallum
(guitar) and John Flowers (drums)

The Debbie Chazen Quartet - Website
Singer/actress Debbie Chazen has appeared with Dawn French in the West End in
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, played a memorable Fanny Squeers in ITV’s Nicholas Nickleby
and has been a member of the Royal National Theatre Company. She starred the recent BBC3
series, Tittybangbang., ably supported by the multi-talented composer and pianist
James Harpham (keyboards), Peter Lamb on bass and Keith Bishop on drums.

Ipsofacto - Website
Formed in the Summer of 2006, Ipsofacto cover some of the hottest funk tunes ever penned.
Band founder Julian Hankins on drums is joined by Ian Beer (sax), Alex Stephens
(keyboards), Ben Campbell (guitar) and Mark Brown (bass).

3bpm - Website
Much-rated Oxford-based trio that brings a new twist to the standards. Paul Jefferies is on
bass, Martin Pickett on piano and Ben Twyford on drums.

Other bands include:
The Red Stripe Band, Afro Blue, The Bob Hall Trio, Acoustic Jass, Spats
Dillinger and the Buzzing Half Dozen, Artesian Hall Stompers, the Wedding
Band, The November Criminals , Swindon Youth Jazz Orchestra,
Out of the Blue, Matt Adey, The Mike Collins Trio, The Greasy Gravy Blues
Band, Three for the Floor, The Local Crew and Gabby Young.