Having recently returned to the U.K after many years living and performing in Asia, Yvonne is delighted to be making her debut with the BJC. Having been the regular vocalist with the Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra in Hong Kong for many years, and with her own quintet, the YBQ, Yvonne brings her rich and warm tones to some classic “Songs from Stage and Screen”. Prepare to be transported over the rainbow, into the world of 007, and more!
The BJC (Bonington Jazz Company) is a dynamic East Midlands based jazz trio featuring Neil Hunter on piano, Paul Gray on double bass, and Ian Beestin at the drums. Drawing inspiration from jazz legends like Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans, the trio performances brimming with rhythm and energy. Individually and together, the members of the Bonington Jazz Company have performed at several of the UK’s leading jazz venues and festivals over many years.
The trio regularly perform with high profile guest artists on the UK jazz scene as well as some of the finest jazz artists performing locally. Recent guests have included trombonist Dennis ‘Badbone’ Rollins MBE, rising star of the jazz vocals world Emily Masser, top British jazz guitarist Nigel Price and eminent US and British saxophonists including Greg Abate (ex Ray Charles Orchestra) Alan Barnes and Alex Clark.
The Bonington
