Rob Fowler is one of British jazz’s greatest tenor-saxophonists, well known for his warm, broad tone,and swinging style,securely rooted in the classic traditions of Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Chu Berry and their peers.
His career as a jazz musician started whilst the was studying graphic design at Art school in Bristol. He has since performed and recorded with artists like Rufus Wainwright, Roxy Music’s Bryan Ferry, the Humphrey Lyttelton Band, a long stint with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, The Echoes of Ellington, the BBC Big Band and his own Gerry Mulligan Concert Jazz Band, as well as plenty of film sessions. He also recorded an album of Al Cohn & Zoot Sims tunes entitled “Brandy & Beer” with fellow sax player Karen Sharp.
“Robert has the kind of juicy cavernous sound and wide open phrasing that had become virtually extinct, although it is now making a cautious comeback, thanks to players like him.” (Dave Gelly, The Observer)
We are thrilled to also welcome DAVID NEWTON on piano, 16 times winner of Best UK Jazz Piano Player (British Jazz Awards)
The lunchtime jazz is held in the Cafe at the Guildford Institute, which boasts a baby grand piano as well as delicious food. Food is served from 12 to 2pm, followed by live jazz performance from 2pm to 3pm
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EVENT INFO
The performance is upstairs in the historic Assembly Room at The Guildford Institute, Ward St, North St, Guildford GU1 4LH
Please note there are no physical tickets, just give your name on the door when you arrive.
If you would like to eat lunch, please let us know when you book.
The café – V Café at the Institute – has been run by Nick Humble since 2019. Joined by his friendly team, they offer a welcoming space to relax, have a coffee, and enjoy delicious vegetarian and vegan lunches. The regularly changing menu is based on seasonal, locally-sourced produce. Their vegetables are grown by The Halow Project and they also offer freshly-roasted Surrey Hills coffee.. You can see a sample menu and book a table here: https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/v-cafe-at-the-institute/
Food is served from 12 to 2pm and the music is from 2pm to 3pm
There is a lift for disabled access
TICKETS
Full Price £12 *
Guildford Jazz or Guildford Institute Members £10
*Ticket price includes £2 temporary membership of Guildford Jazz for this event
WHO'S PLAYING?
Rob Fowler -tenor sax
David Newton - piano
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
The Guildford Institute, Ward St, North St, Guildford GU1 4LH
SEATING
Seating is unserved at tables. Please choose your seat when you arrive