Alan Barnes and David Newton

Alan Barnes and David Newton

A remarkable double bill featuring two key figures from the British jazz scene.

Alan Barnes’ strong tone, assured improvisations and imaginative arranging technique have marked him out as one of the country’s top saxophonists and clarinetists, respected by audience, critics and fellow players alike. He has twice won the prestigious BBC Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year award.

In a remarkable achievement, David Newton was voted Best Jazz Pianist in the British Jazz Awards for the tenth time in 2011.

His partnership with Alan Barnes is legendary, with a strong...