“His assurance and inventiveness are impressive…” John Fordham Guardian “A soothing musical generation of creative openness and elegant sound aesthetics” In Music ★★★★ GERMANY “…brings courage to a place which is relevant for today… sophisticated depth…” Musik Reviews GERMANY “A work, then, that pulses with meaning, taking the active listener deeper and higher…” The London Evening Standard ★★★★ UK “Young British altoist Samuel Eagles is a strong player with a rich sound and a fondness for bubbling double time-runs…" Jazzwise | Heavily influenced by the historic greats such as Charlie Parker, Ornette Coleman and John Coltrane - Samuel Eagles began his journey as a classically trained pianist (international pianist, répétiteur and teacher Gillian Ford). A fascination with the recordings of Kenny Garrett, were pivotal in bringing Samuel to the alto saxophone; and the academic opportunities of big bands and other ensembles led initially to a position in an amateur ten-piece funk/fusion band. All the while, the young hopeful was being mentored by Mornington Lockett, who would regularly invite him to sit in on his own gigs. Notably, Samuel gained a place in the Royal Academy of Music’s Junior Jazz band, directed by respected educator Nick Smart – and whilst there, he was further inspired by classes from artists such as John Paricelli and Perfect Houseplants, enhanced by the first thrill of performing at the famed London venues of Ronnie Scott’s and Pizza Express Jazz Club. So the pathways of Eagles’ musical career had begun to be mapped out, soon to be ratified by the award of a BMus (Hons) in Jazz Performance from Trinity College of Music. There, he was tutored by Grammy Award-winning, US-born saxophonist and former Jazz Messenger, Jean Toussaint, as well as studying under other jazz luminaries including Russell van den Berg, Jason Yarde, Mark Lockheart and Simon Purcell. Eagles’ 2014 quartet album, Next Beginning, was hailed a promising and engaging debut by Jazzwise and The Guardian (“His deftly swerving post - bop inventiveness illuminates” – John Fordham); and, still in his twenties, he now flourishes as a professional saxophonist and composer displaying both natural artistry and assertiveness. Also becoming established as a popular sideman on the UK’s live scene, a significant contribution to Philip Clouts’ latest album release and tour, Umoya, saw the maturity of his playing enthusiastically praised. He has also performed and recorded with both the Gero Schipmann UK Quintet and Nomad Soul Collective, and is a member of Emeka Elendu’s dynamic afrobeat line-up Kalakuta. | With the world at his feet and increasingly garnering international interest – chiefly in the areas of contemporary jazz, funk and world music – Eagles has worked with Moses Boyd, Ant Law, Ollie Howell, Fergus Ireland, Derek Nash, Eric Ford, Nubya Garcia, Chris Draper, Theon Cross, Ed Riches, Laurie Lowe, Louie Palmer, Daniel Casimir, Tim Thornton, Mansur Brown, Yussef Dayes, Dave Ingamells, Andy Davis, Saleem Rahmin, Manorma, Andy Highmore, Henry Lawrey and Nick Ereaut. He has appeared at London, Marlborough, Lancaster, Thames, Barga and Oldenburg jazz festivals, and continues to perform at UK jazz clubs and major venues in the capital such as The Vortex, Southbank Centre, Kings Place and The Spice of Life. Now, surrounding himself with some of British jazz’s present-day torch bearers – Sam Leak (piano), Ralph Wyld (vibes), Duncan Eagles (tenor sax), Max Luthert (double bass) and Dave Hamblett (drums) – the saxophonist has impressed with his exciting sextet project Spirit, whose debut album of original material – Ask Seek Knock – was released on the Whirlwind label in June 2017, with longtime supporter Jean Toussaint guesting. This groove-laden recording – inspired by Eagles’ explorations of spirituality, sacrifice and beliefs – supported with an on-going UK live tour, with plans afoot to also take it out to China and South Korea. Pumped from performing his enthusiastically-received set this summer at Love Supreme Jazz Festival Eagles is busy penning a new album due for release in mid-2019. And so the journey continues. | Upcoming... 25 November - London Jazz Festival at The Ram Jam Club, Kingston
Welcoming enquiries and bookings. | "...a unique evening of township jazz and beyond. A joyous affair and resounding success." Blues & Soul Magazine “A composer, keyboardist and harmonica player, Glasser is intense – his tunes are joyful, driving and danceable.” Jazz Times Review | Adam Glasser Summer '18 Extravaganza South African harmonica player/pianist Adam Glasser is known for two unique features — South African jazz and the chromatic harmonica. ‘Free at First’ his debut album won best Jazz album South African Music Awards 2010 and his follow up ‘Mzansi’ was nominated Best Jazz album South African Music Awards 2012. Due for release later this year is Adam's third album ‘SA & Beyond’. The album is the extraordinary result of a London recording session as he brought together his long time guitarist - the rising UK Star Rob Luft - and one of South Africa’s most significant cutting edge pianists Bokani Dyer who brought to London his regular international trio bassist Romy Brauteseth and drummer Sphelelo Mazibuko, both leading SA musicians of their generation. | The Adam Glasser Quintet This summer Adam continues his trademark tradition of exciting collaborations by presenting two new lineups this summer - both include a tribute to the late Hugh Masekela whom Glasser has accompanied on piano several times over many years. |  Adam Glasser with Hugh Masakela | | Adam Glasser’s SA & Beyond - The Jazz of Hugh Masekela Although the late South African trumpeter’s music legacy spans a truly pan african range of styles and grooves, keyboardist and harmonica player Adam Glasser’s latest project focuses on compositions associated with township jazz from the iconic album ‘Jazz Epistles Verse 1’ up to the present day. The choice title is deliberate since many of the most well known township jazz material made famous by Hugh was not actually written by him but written for him such as Blues for Hughie composed by south african alto sax legend Kippie Moeketsi. The band lineup features saxophonist Jason Yarde who like Adam had a long personal association with Masekela as well as Steve Watts on bass, who last year toured South Africa with two other icons of SA jazz ( Tete Mbambisa and Barney Rachabane). The line up is completed with the outstanding Mike Outram on guitar and drummer Tim Giles who played often with the Township Comets and Pinise Saul. Currently one of the few London based jazz ensembles explicitly exploring South African repertoire — not to be missed! |  Adam Glasser, Mike Outram, Jason Yarde, Steve Watts, Tim Giles | | 20th July - Crypt Camberwell Line-up: Jason Yarde on saxes with Mike Outram - guitar, Steve Watts - bass and Tim Giles - drums 31st July - 606 Club
The sextet includes Josephine Davies on sax, Mike Outram, guitar; Daisy George - bass; Corrie Dick - drums. |  Josephine Davies, Corrie Dick, Adam Glasser, Byron Wallen, Daisy George, Rob Luft | | Adam Glasser’s SA Jazz Sextet feat. Byron Wallen (incl. Tribute to Hugh Masekela) Specially formed for Brecon Jazz Festival 2018, this group brings together for the first time in collaboration, South African pianist and harmonica player Adam Glasser with trumpeter and master improviser/composer Byron Wallen, both of whom share a long and deep connection with township jazz and more specifically a working and a personal relationship with the late Hugh Masekela, to whom they will pay tribute with a selection of his lesser known township jazz anthems. Although Bra Hugh’s music legacy spans a truly pan african range of styles and grooves, the group’s material draws on lesser known compositions associated with the trumpet legend’s inimitable brand of township jazz from the iconic early sixties album ‘Jazz Epistles Verse 1’ up to the present day. “This approach should make fruitful and stimulating listening since many of the most well known compositions associated with Bra Hugh were not actually written by him but for him from Grazing in the Grass (composed by Philemon Hou), ‘Blues for Hughie' composed by south african alto sax legend Kippie Moeketsi and Caiphus Semenya’s sombre anthem ‘Bo Masekela’ says Glasser whose father composer Stanley Glasser was the musical director of the 60s SA musical ‘King Kong’ where he and Masekela worked together at length. The band lineup includes the brilliant tenor saxophonist Josephine Davies, the dynamic cutting edge drums and guitar pairing of Corrie Dick and Rob Luft ( who has gigged and recorded regularly with Glasser over the past 4 years) and recently graduated bassist from Royal Academy of Music Daisy George. | Currently one of the few UK-based jazz ensembles focusing on South African jazz compositions — not to be missed! Adam Glasser - harmonica/piano
Byron Wallen - trumpet
Josephine Davies - sax
Rob Luft — guitar
Daisy George - bass
Corrie Dick- drums |  Adam Glass photo shot at the recent Crypt gig. | | feat. Jason Yarde, saxes; Rob Luft, guitar; Conor Chaplin, bass; Tim Giles, drums | Adam’s Harmonica Features in the Live Orchestral Accompaniment of Quincy Jones' Score for ‘The Italian Job’ 1st August - Holland Park
2nd August - Leeds Castle
19th August - Leeds Millenium Square |  Toots Thielemans | | Sunday 12th August Harmonica Jazz: Toots Thielemans and Beyond Adam Glasser brings the chromatic harmonica to the foreground leading a quartet with Rob Luft, Daisy George and Corrie Dick through a selection of jazz compositions associated with the legendary Toots Thielemans as well as contemporary jazz and latin standards not normally associated with the mouth organ. Glasser will also present during the weekend a Jazz Harmonica Workshop and Talk based on the series of 4 x 30’ programmes he made recently for London based radio station Resonance FM. Still available on the ‘Resonance FM Mixcloud’ there is show each on Stevie Wonder, Larry Adler, Toots Thielemans with the final one presenting a clutch of the very best jazz harmonica players worldwide today. During the workshop there will be a hands on opportunity with harmonicas available to get started and learn the basics of jazz harmonica. Glasser - who only started playing harmonica aged 28 - believes passionately that it is never too late too start! Come and here some fascinating anecotes about his harmonica experiences working with everyone from the Welsh National Opera to Sting, the Eurythmics and Joe Zawinul. | Upcoming... 2 October - Uhambo - South African Live Jazz + DJ
27 & 28 October - National Harmonica League Festival, Bristol
10 November, Bridgewater Hall, A Night of John Barry Manchester
14 March - JazzLeeds *
15 March 2019 - Sheffield Jazz
15 February 2019 - Lighthouse, Poole
24 February 2019 - Black Mountain Jazz, Abergavenny (Adam guest spot) feat. Rob Luft, George Crowley, Steve Watts Corrie Dick * | CONTACT ADAM GLASSER
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