Wednesday 23 April 7:30-9:30pm
Ticketed Event:
$40 Admission
$30 CJC Members
$20 Students / Unwaged (& working musicians)
$10 School-Age (with adult)
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"Makin' Runs," the latest project by internationally acclaimed clarinetist Adrian Cox, delves into alternative ragtime repertoire from the early jazz era, aiming to capture and express the timeless essence of the music.
According to legend, "Makin' Runs" is a tune attributed to Buddy Bolden, heard by Bunk Johnson in New Orleans. The phrase symbolises Bolden's vision for inventive improvisations whilst never repeating himself.The trio endeavours to emulate that spirit, crafting tight yet dynamic arrangements that honour the music's original intent, allowing ample room for improvisational fire.
The program includes compositions by Duke Ellington, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton, Barney Bigard and many more.
Adrian Cox at age 41 is certainly performing at the top of his game. He is one of the leading exponents of the New Orleans clarinet and has a huge wealth of knowledge of the music and the players of the era.
His unrivalled feel and virtuosity for the music he plays have led to concerts with the biggest names in jazz including two concerts with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra both in London and New York. Adrian spends the majority of his life on tour around the world and at the time of writing this, has performed in over 30 countries in the past 18 months. Adrian is a Vandoren Artist and endorses Buffet Crampon.
The trio is completed by the incredible talents of “Honey” Boulton (guitar) & Alex Gilson (double bass).
FEATURING
Adrian Cox - clarinet
Honey Boulton - guitar
Alex Gislon - bass
We have partnered with the Creative Jazz Club Aotearoa to bring you Jazz every Wednesday from 7:30pm.
CJC Creative Jazz Club Aotearoa presents original contemporary jazz and improvised music. Artist-led, and running almost uninterrupted since 2009, they host the finest musicians from around New Zealand, and frequent international guests, providing a platform to bring composing jazz musicians and audiences together.
