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The music of David ‘Fathead’ Newman – Brandon Allen presents ‘Some Kinda Mean’

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The music of David ‘Fathead’ Newman – Brandon Allen presents ‘Some Kinda Mean’

Ipswich Jazz And Blues Club at Venue 16, Ipswich

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Sunday 14 Jun 202614:00–17:00
Please note that tickets cannot be refunded after purchase unless the event is cancelled, abandoned, rescheduled or materially changed. Gigs are held in the spacious Willow Suite at Venue16, 312 Tuddenham Road, Ipswich IP4 3QJ. There is ample car parking, and the venue is wheelchair accessible. A bar is available before and during gigs, serving a selection of tea, coffee, soft and alcoholic drinks, and snacks.

Information - The music of David ‘Fathead’ Newman – Brandon Allen presents ‘Some Kinda Mean’

A journey into the musical life of David ‘Fathead’ Newman. The project will explore Newman’s work with Ray Charles, his straight ahead albums with saxophonists Stanley Turrentine and James Clay, his collaborations with Hammond organists Jimmy McGriff and Lonnie Smith and his soul jazz/funk releases on Atlantic and Prestige.

Saxophonist and flautist Brandon Allen will be joined by Nick Costley White on guitar, Hamish Balfour on keys, Mirko Scarcia on bass and Rod Youngs on drums.

Doors open at 2pm with musicians on stage at 2:30pm to perform 2 sets until 5pm. Tickets are £15 from our website or you can buy them for £17 on the door.

Don’t forget that our good friends at Venue16 are offering a 10 per cent discount on Sunday lunch for all those attending our monthly sessions. Check out their menus here.

 

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