Jay Azzolina ft Alex Garnett
From Connecticut USA, guitarist Jay Azzolina has had an absolutely remarkable career. Studying with none other than Pat Metheny & Mick Goodrick at Berklee College of Music (world recognised for its jazz programme), Jay went on to tour and record with jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra, receiving a Grammy-award nomination in the process for their album “Fast Forward”. In addition, he has also worked with other renowned jazz luminaries such as Michael Brecker, Jaco Pastorious, Chuck Mangione, Rickie Lee Jones, Manhattan Transfer & many others, while his own recordings as leader have showcased the talents of superstar players including bassist John Patitucci, saxophonist Chris Potter and bassist Larry Goldings. As one would expect surrounded by contemporaries of this calibre, Jay’s playing offers a masterclass of style and taste. Joined by top UK musicians Alex Garnett (Ronnie Scott’s All Stars), bassist Oli Hayhurst and drummer Matt Skeaping, the quartet will perform an exciting mix of Jay’s own compositions from his discography, material from his upcoming 2025 album “Present Tense” and “reworked” standards. Very special stuff!
“…one of the finest and most talented guitarists on the planet.” Jazz Improv Magazine; “Azzolina is the consummate performer: His language embraces the contemporary side of jazz but he manifestly respects and owns the entire, seventy-year history of the electric guitar.” London Jazz News; “Alex Garnett…one of Great Britain’s most accomplished post bop musicians” AllAboutJazz