Greg Abate with Jim Blomfield Trio

Greg Abate jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer continues as an International Jazz/Recording Artist with 150 days a year touring the globe. In the mid 70’s after finishing a four year program at Berklee College Of Music, Greg played lead alto for the Ray Charles Orchestra for 2 years. In the 1980's Greg ventured out as post hard bop soloist playing Jazz Festivals, Jazz Societies and Jazz Clubs throughout the U.S. Canada and abroad, including most of Europe, UK, and Moscow and Georgia Russia. Greg is also an adjunct professor of Jazz Studies at Rhode Island College and is also a very active jazz educator known well to us in teignmouth

“Greg Abate is an absolute powerhouse who will absolutely not let hard driving bebop die. One of the most exciting players around today, Greg’s commitment to the music is total…” –W. Pickowitz, Jr., The Jazz Messenger

Jim Blomfield Trio Having met on the hotbed of talent that is the Bristol music scene, the trio provide an ideal mix of rhythmic tightness combined with creative and spontaneous improvisation.

Jim Blomfield (paino) Since moving to Bristol in 1991 Jim Blomfield has established himself as one of the South West's premier pianists, composing and performing with his own groups as well as being an integral part of many of Bristol's finest jazz and Latin projects. Numerous nationwide appearances have included London's Ronnie Scott's Club, the Jazz Cafe, and Edinburgh and Glastonbury festivals. A recent solo performance at St. George's in Bristol prompted the Independent on Sunday to say "Jim Blomfield is a marvel".

Riaan Vosloo (bass) Having completed a Masters qualification at the Royal Academy in 2005, Riaan Vosloo is becoming one of the busiest players on the London scene. He also works with award winning pianist Mathew Bourne, groove band Nostalgia 77 and has recorded with percussion superstar Trilok Gurtu. "Bassist Riaan Vosloo is the rock around which everyone else swirls" The Guardian.

Andy Tween (drums) Having emerged from the jazz course at the Guildhall School of Music, Andy Tween has quickly established himself as a much in demand player known for his tight grooves, creativity and versatility. A very busy national and international touring schedule has seen him appearing with Pee Wee Ellis and acclaimed folk singer songwriter Seth Lakeman.