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Magpie Trio

0	LONDON: East Side Jazz Club @ Leytonstone Social Club
P	Tuesday 7th March, 2023
N	8:00pm

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Sam Jesson - drums , George Crowley - sax , Tom Farmer - bass

“Devoted young originals including drummer Sam Jesson and saxophonist George Crowley ..... simultaneously cherished where jazz has been, and relished where it might be headed” John Fordham - The Guardian.

“Contemporary & spontaneous interpretations of old material, with the trio approaching their sources in a spirit of genuine affection, but still determined to leave their own stamp on the music.” JazzMann

“a free-wheeling, polyrhythmic tour de force, and to these ears an absolute delight.” JazzMann

United by their love for the tradition of legendary jazz trios from Ahmed Jamal to Sonny Rollins, Oscar Peterson to Dewey Redman, the trio wind their way through many gems of the jazz canon - some lesser known than others – sometimes deconstructing and breathing new life, sometimes paying homage to classic arrangements, with a devoted focus on making music that feels honest and joyous.

“the drummer’s newly-formed trio with powerful saxophonist George Crowley, and Empirical’s fine double bassist Tom Farmer, will be a step-change in this enthusiastic and enterprising young musician’s creative life that’s been a long time coming. “ - John Fordham - London Jazz News

“ An unplugged sax, double bass and drums trio might seem austere, but not when it’s young drummer Sam Jesson’s band. Jesson’s Magpie Trio (the name implies creative scavengers) explore the legacy of the great Ahmad Jamal on this debut tour; saxist George Crowley and Empirical bassist Tom Farmer complete the picture.” - John Fordham - Guardian