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"A true tenor innovator, Dave Brubeck’s right hand saxman brings his inimitable post-bop quartet to the Brew for a seated evening of jazz excellence. Mr. Bergonzi will also be holding an afternoon improvisation masterclass - a rare chance for instrumentalists to commune with one of the greats."
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A gig held at Strange Brew on Wednesday 8th February. The event starts at 19:30.
After a sell-out appearance at Strange Brew in 2022, Jerry is back again with the same prodigious Quartet for another evening of melodic mastery and colossal improvisation. A 'Jazz masterclass' will also be held by Jerry in the afternoon (3:00pm). Tickets for the masterclass and gig sold separately.
Evening performance lineup:
Jerry Bergonzi (s)
Jason Rebello (p)
Mark Hodgson (b)
Stephen Keogh (d)
Doors: 7:30pm
Kick-off: 8:30pm
Jerry gained worldwide recognition while playing with, two generations of Brubeck bands. He is renowned for his innovation, mastery and integrity, as a performer, composer, author and educator. In an endless series of rave reviews he is credited for his relentless drive, inner fire, total command, awesome technique, elastic lyricism, rich resonance and as a musical visionary. His music has been applauded throughout the world in all the major festivals, concert halls and venues.
Among the innumerable artists that Bergonzi has performed and recorded with are; Bill Evans, Paul Desmond, Dave Holland, Gerry Mulligan, Jack DeJonette, John Abercrombie, Roy Haynes, Pat Martino and many more. He is joined by piano star Jason Rebello, and his long-time musical collaborators and friends Mark Hodgson on bass and Stephen Keogh on drums.
AFTERNOON MASTERCLASS
Time: 3:00pm
Location: Strange Brew Bristol
The event will take the format of an educational 'masterclass' where Jerry will discuss things such as harmony, improvisation and practise techniques, along with a general Q&A where you can ask him about his favourite type of sandwich or what his 'perfect Sunday' might be. Although the masterclass will be somewhat saxophone focused, the majority of the subject matter will be applicable to any jazz instrumentalists, so all are welcome!
Although Jerry will use instruments himself to help explain some of the topics, it is not a group playing session so please don't bring your own instruments.
The duration of the masterclass will be around 60 - 90 mins.
Please arrive at least 15 mins before the masterclass begins.
Please note that tickets for the masterclass & evening gig will need to be purchased separately.
Entry requirements:
Evening performance lineup:
Jerry Bergonzi (s)
Jason Rebello (p)
Mark Hodgson (b)
Stephen Keogh (d)
Doors: 7:30pm
Kick-off: 8:30pm
Jerry gained worldwide recognition while playing with, two generations of Brubeck bands. He is renowned for his innovation, mastery and integrity, as a performer, composer, author and educator. In an endless series of rave reviews he is credited for his relentless drive, inner fire, total command, awesome technique, elastic lyricism, rich resonance and as a musical visionary. His music has been applauded throughout the world in all the major festivals, concert halls and venues.
Among the innumerable artists that Bergonzi has performed and recorded with are; Bill Evans, Paul Desmond, Dave Holland, Gerry Mulligan, Jack DeJonette, John Abercrombie, Roy Haynes, Pat Martino and many more. He is joined by piano star Jason Rebello, and his long-time musical collaborators and friends Mark Hodgson on bass and Stephen Keogh on drums.
AFTERNOON MASTERCLASS
Time: 3:00pm
Location: Strange Brew Bristol
The event will take the format of an educational 'masterclass' where Jerry will discuss things such as harmony, improvisation and practise techniques, along with a general Q&A where you can ask him about his favourite type of sandwich or what his 'perfect Sunday' might be. Although the masterclass will be somewhat saxophone focused, the majority of the subject matter will be applicable to any jazz instrumentalists, so all are welcome!
Although Jerry will use instruments himself to help explain some of the topics, it is not a group playing session so please don't bring your own instruments.
The duration of the masterclass will be around 60 - 90 mins.
Please arrive at least 15 mins before the masterclass begins.
Please note that tickets for the masterclass & evening gig will need to be purchased separately.
Entry requirements:
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