Rob Brian - drums, Mat Sibley - tenor sax, John-Paul Gard - piano, Paul Jefferies - bass
The Robert Brian Quartet delivers an eclectic and electrifying mix of jazz styles—from classic swing to latin grooves, funk, drum & bass, and everything in between. With a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation, the quartet puts a fresh rhythmic spin on jazz standards, captivating audiences with their energy and musicality.
Led by Grammy-winning drummer Robert Brian, whose diverse career includes collaborations across a wide range of genres, the quartet marks Rob’s return to his first musical passion - jazz. Known for his masterful technique and inventive rhythms, Rob brings a unique voice to the jazz drum kit, guiding the ensemble through both tight arrangements and open improvisation.
Rob has assembled a group of highly experienced players.
It's great to see Mat Sibley back at the club on sax after many years. Mat is a powerful player influenced by Bob Berg and Michael Brecker who has played with Scissor Sisters, Super Furry Animals, Gomez, Tony Christie, Martha Reeves and Joe Longthorne amongst others and has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows worldwide. For the past few years he has been touring theatres with one of the UK's best Motown shows, How Sweet It Is.
John-Paul Gard is usually seen at the club playing organ, but tonight sticks to piano with bass provided by Paul Jefferies. Paul may be a new face to our audience but is well known for organising many jazz events across Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds.