Nicolas Meier World Group ft Alex Hutton
UK-based Swiss guitarist Nicolas Meier is an established star on the British jazz scene. A recipient of numerous awards his versatility and musical fluency drew the attention of guitar legend Jeff Beck, who for two world tours made Nicolas a mainstay of The Jeff Beck Group. Nic’s own style is a signature mix of modern jazz with Balkan, south American, Turkish, oriental and flamenco influences. The music tonight will combine material from Nicolas’s “World Group” albums as well as music that he wrote during his time with Jeff Beck, a collection of songs under the name of "Last Sunset", making this an exciting night of Jazz, World Music and rock-fusion. Also featuring Richard Jones-violin & special guest, Alex Hutton-piano.
“…strong in terms of melody and sophistication…[the] music…was technically dazzling and genuinely exciting” The Jazz Mann
Photo by Eric Humair