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We’re really pleased to announce that the brilliant saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Tim Whitehead will be returning to Highams Park Jazz Club as the featured artist at our April Jam Session. Having played for us before, we’re genuinely excited to have him back.
Tim has been a key figure on the UK jazz scene for many years, known for his rich sound on both tenor and soprano sax. Earlier in his career, he was a member of the influential UK jazz group Loose Tubes—one of the most important and innovative bands to come out of the British jazz scene in the 1980s. He’s also worked with a wide range of artists including Van Morrison, Paul Weller, and Mark Knopfler, which says a lot about his versatility and musical range.
As a bandleader and composer, Tim has a strong, distinctive voice—his music is thoughtful, melodic, and always grounded in the jazz tradition while still feeling fresh. Albums like Personal Standards and Lucky Boys are great examples of this. Alongside performing, he’s also made a big contribution behind the scenes as artistic director of Turner Sims Southampton.
His playing is full of character and interaction, and he always brings something different to the bandstand, which makes him such a great fit for a session like this.
Line up:
Tim Whitehead: Saxophone
Soner Ersen: Piano
Dave Manington: Bass
Eric Ford: Drums
It should be a really good night—hope you can join us.
We can’t wait to see you there for what promises to be an extraordinary evening of musicianship and lively collaboration!
Date and time:
26 April Sunday
5-8pm
doors open at 4pm
Venue:
Highams Park Jazz Club, All Saints Church, Church Avenue, Highams Park, London E4 9QZ
Ticket Prices:
£10 / £5 participating musicians
Getting Here
By Train:
4-minute walk from Highams Park Overground (Liverpool Street ↔ Chingford line)
2 stops from Walthamstow Central Underground (Victoria line)
By Bus:
Routes 275, 212, and W16 stop within a short walk of All Saints Church
By Car:
Plenty of free parking available
No restrictions after 6 p.m. Monday–Saturday, all day Sunday
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Website: highamsparkjazzclub.com
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Contact: info@highamsparkjazzclub.com
