Leonard Bernstein was one of the titans of music making in the 20th century. His timeless compositions for choirs, soloists and orchestras remain essential parts of the musical canon along with the many great songs he wrote that have now become jazz standards. Among his most memorable creations are his extensive musical theatre compositions of which “West Side Story” is the most famous.
Giving voice to this wide collection, in his original and most creative manner comes Rob Barron with his trio, a creative jazz pianist, who recognises that Bernstein’s imaginative creations give themselves generously to an updated and improvised interpretation.
Rob devotes the first half to “West Side Story”, whilst the second half captures a wide range of music from Bernstein’s “Candide”, “On The Town”, 'Wonderful Town”, “A Quiet Place” and more.
With Special guest, award winning jazz vocalist Emma Smith , who has been making a name for herself as one of as of the finest vocalists to emerge on the London Jazz scene.
“This is classic piano trio jazz at its best.” — B Withderden, BBC Music Magazine
EVENT INFO
Evening Performance 8pm to 10.20pm
The event is at the Performing Arts Studio at the University of Surrey, which boasts a concert Steinway grand piano.
Doors open from 7.15pm. Please note there are no physical tickets, just give your name on the door when you arrive. There’s a bar available beforehand and at the interval.
Tickets: Full Price £20 (Guildford Jazz members £18), Students £7 (Student Members £5).
If you have any questions please contact us by emailing info@guildfordjazz.org.uk
TICKETS
General admission £20
Guildford Jazz Members £18
Students/U18s £5
Students £7 / Student Members £5
All prices include booking fees
WHO'S PLAYING?
ROB BARRON – piano
JEREMY BROWN – double bass
JOSH MORRISON – drums
EMMA SMITH – guest vocalist
DIRECTIONS
Performing Arts Studio (PATS), University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH
There’s a large car park along the perimeter road – drive straight on at the roundabout once you get on campus and it’s signposted on the left after a little way. Parking is free after 5pm and if you require a disabled parking bay please let us know.
The Performing Arts Studio is building 20 on the map . There’s a footpath that runs from the perimeter road between the AQA and Austin Pearce Building (buildings 4 and 5) – turn right at the top, over the mini roundabout, and the PATS studio is along the road on the left.
SEATING
Seating is unreserved, please select your seats when you arrive.