Events on Wednesday 31st January
“Sipsmith burst onto the gin scene in 2008 with a mission to bring back gin of uncomprisimising character and unconditional quality. Sipsmith are London’s first copper distillery since 1820 to bring back traditional methods of distilling. We are delighted to welcome them into the Cotham Arms for a takeover.”
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Meet the Makers Sipsmiths
“Run by Andy Nowak, acclaimed South West jazz pianist and composer and leader of the ANt, Jump Start Jazz is a fun, engaging and comprehensive bi-weekly jazz improvisation workshop specifically aimed at beginner to intermediate improvisors looking to improve their jazz vocabulary, soloing confidence and ensemble playing.”
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JumpStartJazz
“Two of the worlds leading saxophonists on tour together for the first time with a quartet that includes the brilliant John Edwards on Double Bass and the incredible Mark Sanders on Drums. This is a gig not to be missed.”
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Paul Dunmall & John O'Gallagher Quartet
“The Golden Lion has re-launched the open mic night!! Featuring our brand new host Mr Jim Davies of The Rin Tins. Everyone is welcome to step up to the mic. Be it songs/bars/poetry/comedy you've written, learned, half learned.. anything! Just get up and show us what you've got. All abilities welcome.”
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OPEN MIC NIGHT
“One of Bristol’s classiest and most adventurous jazz musicians and composers, saxophonist Kevin Figes has countless projects up his sleeve, from mighty big bands to intimate quartets and trios. The common factor is his tune-smithery, offering distinctive melodies with clever arrangements that spark all manner of interesting solo excursions. http://www.kevinfiges.co.uk/”
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Kevin Figes