Music Improv since 2013

Q. What happens at the session? A. Everyone arrives, sets up and ready to play at the start time. Often we work from a 'GRID' sheet - a piece of paper which tells you when to play but not what to play. Typically after a quick hello chat, two longer improvisations happen (say 30mins). The whole group are involved, with different people playing at different times. The music is all improvised and covers a wide range. Some parts have clear tonality, rhythms and grooves, while oth

Q. Tell us about the book and how it was written? A. I've been spending a lot of time with group improvisation for the last 10 years...

Aren't some spaces inspiring? I was intrigued last year when my good friend Colin Robinson told me about the North of England Music and Arts Centre in the former Standedge Visitor Centre, on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, near Marsden. We duly jumped in the car and went over to have a look and a brew. Wow! A unique 1800s canal warehouse turned into an arts centre and events venue. (Hanson) family run - championing music, with numerous ensembles and individual teaching suppor

What an emotional night! Though CBS continues into workshops talks etc. this was the last performance of the Preston-base d lineup. Bear...

I've had so much wonderful input towards the book from friends that I've worked with on different projects over the years. All...

BIG NEWS!! - Really excited to say that I'm currently working on a new book - an improvisation manual - scheduled for a June release. As...

I've been extremely lucky to meet and work with some fantastic musicians and many have provided insights which have been useful to me,...

I've done four Halifax sessions now. As a headline, it is going musically very well - the vibe is creative and positive :) Obviously, the...