DIARY
The internationally renowned Cuban jazz violinist Omar Puente comes with a firey rhythm section, bringing together some of the hottest Latin players in the North. He will be playing a mixture of straight ahead jazz and heavy Afro-Cuban grooves.
Live Original Soul Music from some of the North's finest artists!
Jesus Moreau, a Cuban national from the great band Cubavida will be fronting our new monthly Latin Jam session. His band are at the height of Salsa music in the North-West - and he'll be using his skills to lead the house band in inviting all musicians interested in getting up to Jam, Latin style.
The Sarah Smith Trio play gypsy jazz with authentic passion, fire and virtuosity. This band is keeping the spirit of the music of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli alive.
Eyes Shut Tight is the latest project by Double Bassist/ Composer Paul Baxter. Eyes Shut Tight, as a band, relies heavily on the interplay of it's members and the strong, melodic compositions provided by band leader Paul. The inspiration behind this project was the great feeling when these musicians performed together.
Matt & Phreds would like to introduce our new salsa teacher Jordan who will be teaching classes every Thursday from 5th January 2012. Jordan will be running two classes; beginners at 7pm – 8pm and intermediate from 8pm – 9pm. Classes cost £6 and are great for anyone who does or doesn't already know how to do it. No need to book and you don't need a partner.
From the team that brought you "Future Shock" & "Soul City" events we're extremely happy to present "Work Your Soul" at Matt & Phreds. Bringing a bit of the weekend to the beginning of the month, WYS presents discerning record collectors delivering top quality rare soul and funk music from their beloved collections, all played from original vinyl records.
The quartet features creative Leeds based musician’s Nick Svarc (guitar), Mick Bardon (bass) and Joost Hendricks (drums), and James on Sax. They explore a sound world of dynamic extremes with original compositions and arrangements of jazz standards.
This tour features music from the bands original CD ‘Round Trip’ and some new material which draws upon the cultural influences of Croatia, Bulgaria, Holland, Indonesia and England.