Pete Neighbour and Julian Stringle - Upwell Jazz - Sunday 23rd March
Pete Neighbour, Julian Stringle and freinds
- Christchurch Community Centre
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- Sunday 23rd March, 2025
- 12:30 - 2:45 pm
Upwell Jazz Club is once again proud to feature the two World Class clarinetists that are Pete Neighbour and Julian Stringle, accompanied by Ted Beament (piano), Murray Salmon (double bass) and Richard Pite (drums). Unbelievably, Pete and Julian have been playing together regularly since their twenties. Watching them perform, you can truly sense the deep connection and mutual understanding they share through their music.
Pete and Julian are both renowned musicians who excel in genres like Jazz, Swing, Latin and Big Band. Their collaborations often showcase a blend of these styles, highlighting their versatility and shared passion for music.
There will be a licensed bar, tea, coffee and freshly made rolls, crisps and savories. Please bring cash as we do not have credit card facilities.
Admission is £15, under 16s are free and there is always a raffle, with proceeds going towards the artists.
If you need any more detailed information, please contact Cat Johnson: 07748 102358 or JerryPank@Gmail.com
Pete Neighbour Testimonials
Cola Jazz Fest
- "Pete Neighbour is a highly respected clarinet & sax player; originally from London, Great Britain and now based in the USA. He travels extensively performing in his own inimitable style; swing era jazz... for the 21st Century. He performs regularly, worldwide, in a variety of settings; guest appearances in jazz clubs and concert halls, with his own bands - in both the US and in Europe - and regularly on luxury cruise ships as a featured guest entertainer."
The Jazz Mann
- "Pete Neighbour is a celebrated jazz clarinetist known for his engaging performances and skillful technique. His work is often described as "warm, swinging, and unpretentious," with a sound influenced by swing-era greats like Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw. His albums, such as `Friends and Neighbour' and `Back in the Neighbourhood', have received praise for their zest, enthusiasm, and quality musicianship"
London Jazz News
- "Critics highlight his ability to balance technical precision with emotional resonance, producing music that appeals to both traditional and modern jazz audiences"
Moreopinions's Blog at Jazznights
- "A versatile performer, Pete has collaborated with notable figures from both the British and American jazz scenes, including Warren Vaché and Doc Cheatham. His live performances are marked by a natural talent for improvisation, making him a favorite in jazz clubs worldwide"
Julian Stringle; Testimonials
Sir John Dankworth
- "Julian is an immense talent! Probably the best clarinetist to emerge in British jazz for several decades. His playing has ‘world class’ written all over it."
Digby Fairweather
- "Julian is a breathtaking clarinet player with faultless technique, innate harmonic judgement, and his own distinctive mellifluous sound . He is a consummate artist, whose life has been dedicated to his craft. Today, his place among the ranks of the all- time great clarinetists is assured."
Jim Mullen
- "Julian is now one of the world’s great clarinet players – right up there with Eddie Daniels!"
Sir Michael Parkinson
- "Julian has a very rare talent and a great band. I'm a big fan !"
Dave Shepherd
- "I have followed Julian’s progress since he was a boy . Every time I hear him he gets better and better . I can hear his influences, but, with his beautiful delicate sound and perfect time, he really is ‘his own man’."
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