Pontypool Jazz: recently formed to promote jazz, and create a greater awareness of live jazz in Pontypool and surrounding areas. The promoters, at this time, intend to have a different band, Saturday nights, once a month.
The Music: Modern, bebop, fusion, spontaneous and more. Featuring young rising musicians and the more established stars, from small groups to larger bands, local and further afield. Bands on stage around 8-30pm.
The Venue: “The Comrades Club” Market St.Pontypool.
With disabled access. Space for few cars to park outside club doors for musicians to unload. Carry gear through 2 doorways onto stage – no stairs. Seats 100 comfortable, good size bar, snacks available. Stage large enough for big bands. Space for dancing, those who wish to.
Admission: According to cost of band appearing at the time, say from £4-00. Pay at the door.
Parking: opposite Barclays Bank and walk up road, also opposite Police St. walk down road.
COMRADES OF THE GREAT WAR CLUB, MARKET STREET, NP4 6JN.
Saturday FEBRUARY 13th
Jonathan Crespo Quintet.
Miles Davis Tribute.
After an incredibly successful standing room only debut at the famous Cafe Jazz in Cardiff, Jonathan will be performing at “Pontypool Jazz” Saturday February 13th. Joining him will be the same band he had with him in Cardiff, Tommy Harris-Saxes. Jim Barber-Piano. Ashley Long-Bass. and Ian Poole-Drums. This promises to be another great evening, showcasing the legendary artist Miles Davis, as the band play tribute to his artistry and music
Born in Chile South America, Jonathan was brought up in Canada. He began studying and playing the trumpet at the age of nine and has never looked back. After studying at the Humber Collage, a jazz school, in Toronto, Jonathan has become a highly sought after musician, performing all over the world, including Canada, Atlantic City, New York and the Carribian Islands. He has played with many great musical acts and legends. His array of musical influences makes him sound right at home vertually in any setting.
The band takes to the stage at 8:30pm.
Admission at the door £5-00. (Concessions students under 18 with SU card).
Further details: 01495 762504 or 81873 854746
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