- Thursday, October 31st, 2024
- ALAN BARNES comes to Sands by the Sea!
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ALAN BARNES , saxophonist, clarinettist and multi-winner in the British Jazz Awards is probably the most high-profile musician in Britain today! Described recently as both ‘the best saxophonist in the UK’ and also (by critic John Fordham) as ‘a man who, if he weren’t such a great player could probably make his living as a stand-up comedian’ Alan is as famous for his prolific recordings (on Woodville) including the ‘Copperfield’ and ‘Sherlock Holmes’ suites as he is for his playing which, over thirty or more years, has carried him from early years with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, drummer Tommy Chase’s Quartet and the ‘Pizza Express Modern Jazz Sextet’ to collaborations with trumpeter Bruce Adams in their headlining Quintet plus distinguished solo contributions to such as Simon Spillett’s Orchestra and an endless round of solo appearances throughout the UK. Finding a spare date in Alan’s diary isn’t easy – but we’ve managed it and he will be at The Sands with our Rat Pack Trio for an unforgettable evening of great music. Book early for what will be a sell-out night on 01702 468123 (after 2pm) and remember – as always at The Sands – the music is FREE!!!
- Thursday, November 28th, 2024
- MAYBE OUR FAVOURITE GUEST OF ALL AT THE SANDS???
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Of course it’s an impossible choice! But there’s no doubt about it that any appearance by the great NICK DAWSON fills our club to capacity! Britain’s greatest singer-pianist, Nick has been M/D of the London production of ‘Mamma Mia’ – a production which he privately (a la Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’) refers to as ‘The Swedish Play’! But out of the theatre he combines the kind of jazz piano skills which can rattle off an Art Tatum tour de force with the ease of the master. And as a singer he is similarly incomparable; combining a taste for fine repertoire with the best voice in Britain! Once again, our advice is ‘book early’ -remember we may be closed in December (the last Thursday is Boxing Day). So why not treat yourself (and friends) to an early celebration at The Sands where – as you know – we bring you the best of jazz FREE OF CHARGE! – and join us for another unforgettable evening with Nick, Digby and our fine rhythm section! Book on 01702 468123 – and we can’t wait to see you!