140 Newington Butts
Sun 6 Sept · 18:00 · £13
Contemporary jazz from one of the UK’s leading saxophonists Join the Duncan Eagles Quartet for an evening of compelling contemporary jazz, led by one of the UK’s most distinctive saxophonists and composers. Known for his acclaimed work with Partikel and collaborations with leading figures across the British jazz scene, tenor and soprano saxophonist Duncan Eagles presents original compositions and inventive arrangements firmly rooted in the jazz tradition. Featuring Igor Yakovenko on piano, Max Luthert on bass and Zoe Pascal on drums, the quartet combines expressive saxophone playing, rich melodic writing and intuitive interplay. Expect adventurous improvisation and the spontaneous energy that has taken Eagles to Ronnie Scott’s, the Barbican and festivals throughout Europe and beyond. A must for listeners who enjoy modern acoustic jazz with depth, character and exceptional musicianship. About Duncan Eagles Duncan Eagles is an English jazz saxophonist, composer and educator who has established himself as a respected voice in contemporary British jazz. He first came to prominence as the leader and principal composer of Partikel, the acclaimed trio formed with double bassist Max Luthert and drummer Eric Ford. The group’s distinctive approach to the saxophone trio format earned widespread praise and developed across a series of increasingly ambitious recordings, including String Theory , which expanded their sound through the addition of a string quartet. Eagles released his debut album as a bandleader, Citizen , through the American label Ropeadope in 2019. He followed it with Narrations in 2023, a largely acoustic quartet recording praised for its storytelling quality and his growing confidence as both a composer and performer. As a sought-after sideman, Eagles has performed and recorded with artists including Zara McFarlane, Shabaka Hutchings, Gary Husband, Jason Rebello, Ola Onabulé and Janek Gwizdala. His international appearances include Ronnie Scott’s, Cheltenham Jazz Festival and Vancouver International Jazz Festival. Line-up Duncan Eagles – saxophone Igor Yakovenko – piano Max Luthert – bass Zoe Pascal – drums
Not the same tradition as the lineage above — a genuinely different thread to pull, if you want one.