Established as a leading young voice of contemporary jazz coming out of the UK, guitarist Nick Costley White unites a deep knowledge of the jazz tradition with a broad range of influences from Latin America, amongst other points of inspiration, for his third album Poncha, of which this gig forms part of a larger national album launch tour supported by the UK Arts Council.

This exceptional line-up features:
Nick- Guitar and compositions
Julian Siegel- saxophones
Conor Chaplin- bass
James Maddren- drums

Of the album Nick writes:
‘Poncha’ a deeply personal collection of seven original compositions named after the Portuguese drink ‘punch’. Using a heady brew of cultural influences, his music skilfully blends dance rhythms and playful melodies from Brazil and Cuba with the harmony and swing of American jazz. Within the tunes lie a melodic and highly rhythmic approach to composition, inspired by his travels to South America, which his quartet interprets with style, flair and energy.’

Press Quotes about Poncha:
“Superb British guitarist and composer Nick Costley-White, classic jazz with a pleasant modern twist” JazzFlits (NE)

“This is cool, sophisticated and elegant ensemble playing with Costley-White moving up another league” (Jazzwise)

“The whole thing is happening at such a high level. It definitely felt like one of those evenings”
UK Jazz News (live review)

- This will be a mesmerising evening of music: a band that brings technical mastery and a deep knowledge and respect for tradition that is balanced by a forward- looking momentum that is spellbinding to witness. Come down!

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