What's On Thursday 16th November in Bristol

Events on Thursday 16th November

“Chris Betts’ mind is a curious place, where the philosophical meets the ridiculous. His shows are a perfect balance of incisive social satire and complete silliness. He has a style that is equal parts confident, thoughtful, ridiculous and mischievous.”
From: Chris Betts, Alice Taylor-Matthews, Suni

“Their national tours, BBC Radio 3 broadcasts and collaborations have helped them establish a reputation as a scintillating live act, blazing a trail through the uncharted territory that lies between folk and chamber”
From: Methera Play New Room Bristol

“Entering the world of Scott Lavene is like being part of a bitter sweet movie. A skilful raconteur who combines cleverly woven tales of his life and the world around him, mainly focussing on the seedy underbelly of society. A prolific writer and classic guitarist with a powerful voice, his live show is always an honest, funny and mesmerising spectacle.”
From: Funnel - Scott Lavene, Stokes Croft, Ruby Donadel

“When knights were bold… Glazunov’s musical time travel to the Middle Ages sets the scene for a truculent concerto whose protean first movement takes no hostages, and a dashing symphony-turned suite that’s a concert hall rarity.”
From: Russian Dance

“With no wires and no fuss, this all-acoustic duo of perhaps the most accomplished sax and piano pairing in the world is a mustsee date for jazz fans of any vintage or stripe. On tenor saxophone Tommy Smith is a true master, able to exploit the musical and emotional range of his instrument to the max, while pianist Brian Kellock has a reputation as the most versatile of accompanists, whose own solos move with ease from classic stride to modernism and beyond. The last time we had them here a whole century’s worth of jazz seemed to fly by in one glorious flash of inspiration.”
From: Tommy Smith & Brian Kellock