Music

Jazz by the Sea – Celebrating Miles Davis 

Sunday 30 June 2024

American jazz trumpeter Miles Davis became one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz. Pioneering the bebop style alongside Charlie Parker, Davis went on to record the most popular jazz record of all time, Kind of Blue, and continued being an artistic innovator throughout his life. Sam Massey will be performing some pieces composed by Miles Davis like All Blues, and many associated with Davis over his career, such as Stella by Starlight. Described by The Guardian as a “fine trumpet player” Massey will be accompanied by Philip Clouts at the piano and John Donnelly on double bass.

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Bar opens 7:00 P.M.
Starts 8:00 P.M.
Advance £14.00
On the door £16.00

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Book online at any time, at the Lyme Regis Bookshop and Bridport Tourist Information Centre during normal opening hours, the Marine on Monday and Friday mornings 10 – 1, and over the phone on 01308 424901. The displayed price includes a £1 restoration levy.

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American jazz trumpeter Miles Davis became one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz. Pioneering the bebop style alongside Charlie Parker, Davis went on to record the most popular jazz record of all time, Kind of Blue, and continued being an artistic innovator throughout his life. Sam Massey will be performing some pieces composed by Miles Davis like All Blues, and many associated with Davis over his career, such as Stella by Starlight. Described by The Guardian as a “fine trumpet player” Massey will be accompanied by Philip Clouts at the piano and John Donnelly on double bass.

Sam has performed alongside top-class musicians from across the UK, including the legendary Devon based bandleader Mike Westbrook and Radio 2 favourite Clare Teal. As a performer, arranger and composer, he and his music have been broadcast on numerous BBC, Jazz FM and RAI (Italy) programmes and is found on critically acclaimed albums by artists such as American soul singer PP Arnold and ska band The Simmertones.

Jazz giant Miles Davis was at the forefront of many key developments in the history of jazz. His best known albums include Birth of the Cool, Kind of Blue, Porgy and Bess and In a Silent Way, and continue to have a lasting impact on musicians and listeners to this day. Davis had a very impressive virtuosic trumpet style which could also be very sparse, making every note count.

Expect to hear a wide variety of enjoyable tunes, all reflecting the incredible talent of one of the foremost figures in the jazz world.