Jim Blomfield's The Saoco Collective

Fri 30 Aug 2024

20:00

Jazzata 40th anniversary concert series

Lantern Hall

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The Latin Jazz scene in Bristol has really blossomed over the last 10 years and now we have a new grouping, attempting to take the sound in a more expansive direction.

Back in the 90s, Bristol had small pockets of Latin music. More recently with some Latino musicians moving to Bristol, specialist workshops for Latin music and the upsurge of people learning Latin Dance in classes; new bands have emerged.

Jazz pianist Jim Blomfield is recognised as leading Latin player, with a distinctive Afro-Cuban style, Jim has now formed this newly evolved sextet, emerging from those larger bands. Saoco Collective is aiming to build on the work already established and free up the potential of this sound.

With a core rhythm section of Jim Blomfield (Piano), ‘Tosh’ Wijetunge (Bass), Jon Clarke (Drums) and Jason Gaines (Congas) setting the tempo, the band is fronted by the fiery Jonny Bruce on Trumpet and new local Sax’ star Martin Kern – the perfect soundtrack for an evening of dancing and togetherness!

Presented by Jazzata

Format:Unreserved seating

Age:All ages (Under 16s accompanied by an adult)

Doors:19.15
Start:20.00

All timings are approximate and subject to change

About Lantern Hall

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Lantern Hall is a performance space with a flat floor that can be used in a seated or standing format. To find out more detail about our seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas, view our seating plan page.

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Lantern Hall

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Getting to the venue

Location: Lantern Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.

Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR

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Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.

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Spaces for wheelchair users are available within the first 10 rows on the flat floor of the Hall.

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Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in rows AA-J on the flat floor are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.

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A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)

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Jazzata 40th anniversary concert series