Zeffirellis.com Jazz Events http://zeffirellis.com/logo.jpg http://zeffirellis.com Jazz/Cafe Bar Events http://zeffirellis.com/ Copyright Zeffirellis LTD Welcome return for pianist Woof and his fine band, covering a very wide repertoire, with a strong latin bias.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900168 ]]> Long-overdue - and once-delayed - debut at the venue for powerhouse Manchester saxophonist and his no-nonsense band.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900180 ]]> Back by popular request, singer-guitarist Brian Dales leads his versatile trio through a survey of the main man`s work spanning the last forty years, including material by some of Taylor`s principal collaborators. `We`ve been to many James Taylor concerts over the years, and were a bit sceptical before we came along tonight, but we weren`t disappointed` : Audience comment at a recent performance.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900215 New band fronted by the fluid guitar of Jim Faulkner. Accessible original material and a few covers, played with poise and subtle dynamics


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900181 Debut performance at the venue for fine pianist mixing standards with original material.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900203 ]]> Enduring northern funk-jazz pioneers apply their trademark laid-back groove treatment to the work of the masters, plus some fresh originals for good measure. Tonight`s sextet performance features a very special guest; guitarist Andy Watson, regarded by fellow professionals as one of the country`s finest, returning to the band for one night only after a twenty-year break!


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900196 ]]> Legendary fusion guitarist returns with his long-standing quartet featuring saxophonist Birchall, for many years a mainstay of Manchester`s jazz scene.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900182 One of the venue`s favourite bands returns after a nine-month gap. Finely-crafted straight-ahead jazz, with a heavy emphasis on the standard repertoire, from guitarist Oakes and featuring the sweet alto saxophone, flute (and effects pedals!) of Harold Salisbury.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900183 Fine singer-pianist leads his tight trio through the standard repertoire and less-covered vocal classics from Van to Dan - Morrison to Steely.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900190 Charity gig with Lakeland`s favourite chronologically-challenged covers band. More details to follow.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900216 ]]> Last here as the Olivia Moore Quartet, fine violinist Moore leads an improvising quartet strongly influenced by the music of India and Egypt, featuring Cinematic Orchestra guitarist Stuart McCallum


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900132 ]]> The biggest band ever to squeeze on to the stage (and off it!) in the Cafe-Bar. Gerry Richardson`s powerful Hammond organ trio has twice before played fantastic gigs at Zeffirelli`s. Tonight we welcome The Big Idea- a significantly expanded version of that band, including guitar and five further horns. The band`s material is nearly all original, and most is written in homage to, and frequently in the style of, Gerry`s heroes. So expect echoes of Ray Charles, Jimmy Mc Griff, Mose Allison, Abdullah Ibrahim, Ramsey Lewis, Richard Tee, Tower of Power... and heavy nods to TV cop show themes, afro-cuban grooves, drum`n`bass and swing. Check out the band`s work with Sting via the weblink and at www.sting.com.This is one gig you shouldn`t miss!


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900184 ]]> One of the North`s most respected and in-demand drummers leads his fantastic trio featuring guitar legend Gary Boyle and bass maestro Dave Turner.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900192 Return visit for this unusual duo, with its unique and energetic take on music for voice, banjo/oud and violin/piano. Repertoire ranges from Western Swing to Eastern oud tunes by way of Jaques Brel.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900195 Subtle vocals backed by the unusual trumpet-piano pairing of Joe Auckland and Ivo Neame.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900207 Superb quintet fronted by guitarist Pete Oxley and violin maestro Christian Garrick, and featuring pianist Dave Gordon.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900208 ]]> If you were blown away by Gerry`s nine-piece at the venue last month, here`a a chance to catch one of the UK`s leading Hammond organ specialists in a more intimate setting. A classic no-bass trio with drums and saxophone, producing the driving grooves unique to the much-loved electric sideboard. The photo, by the way, is a little gem from the archive; Gerry`s trio in 1975, with Sting on the right.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900199 Welcome return for high-energy Manchester-based contemporary band, fronted by saxophonist Nickson, he of the legendary Matt and Phred`s club in the city.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900185 A return visit by one of the UK`s most exciting young improvising guitarist/composers. Best known for his ongoing work with the Cinematic Orchestra and his collaboration with saxophone colossus John Surman, McCallum mixes blistering technique with the intelligent use of electronics, particularly sampling and loops. Tonight he fronts his current quartet.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900204 ]]> Welcome return for Europe`s finest interpreters of the work of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, aka Steely Dan. In Main Auditorium. Tickets £12 advance, £14 on the door. This show is likely to sell out.
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]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900212 Fine pianist leads group specialising in unusual repertoire, with a strong emphasis on afro-cuban and latin rhythms.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900198 ]]> Re-scheduled from May, an evening`s music not to be missed, featuring the prodigious skill of saxophonist Mason and the sublime piano of the much in-demand Richard Wetherall.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900211 Fine Manchester guitarist, performing material from the band`s recent album `The Electric Trio`.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900187 ]]> Legendary fusion guitarist returns with his long-standing quartet featuring saxophonist Birchall, for many years a mainstay of Manchester`s jazz scene.


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900186 ]]> Enduring northern funk-jazz pioneers apply their trademark laid-back groove treatment to the work of the masters, plus some fresh originals for good measure. With a strong emphasis on texture and dynamics, maybe quiet really is the new loud.........


]]> http://zeffirellis.com/adsl/jazevents.php#900209 Festive funk from the master bassist and band, featuring the soulful vocals of Jon Kenzie.


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