Jazz singer, Mat Andersonbrings his new show, “Decades”: a selection of favourites from the Great American Songbook, alongside a few more modern choices. Mat sings for a number of big bands in the region and has recently made his debut appearance with the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra. He is influenced by singers such as Matt Munro, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett and of course, Frank Sinatra.
A versatile performer and writer, Mat draws on a broad mix of musical experience across jazz and contemporary styles. In “Decades”, he puts his own spin on well-loved standards and adds the occasional surprise, with an engaging, story-led approach to the songs.
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
