Annie Whitehead workshop

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Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience some of the most exciting big band music from around the world. Under the direction of trombone virtuoso and composer Annie Whitehead, this workshop big band forms part of the outreach programme of the Vortex Jazz Club. The line-up of up to 20 horns has been playing in this form for five years and rehearses weekly throughout term time. They are supported by an exceptional rhythm section including Jennifer Maidman (bass), Mark Huggett and Caroline Rowlinson (drums) and Trevor Wells (guitar). The group will play as a big band and two smaller groups performing works by Chris MacGregor, West Nkozi, Herbie Hancock, Joe Sample and Charlie Parker and the group will also premiere two new works by Peter Clark.