2007-03-29 14:04:04

GREAT SPIRIT on BBC Radio 3, Fri 13 April 07

This 'Jazz on Three' broadcast , originally planned for 19 January, has now been re-scheduled. It's a live recording of pianist Tim Richards' nine-piece band GREAT SPIRIT, recorded at The Sage Gateshead during the band's UK tour last November. The gig will be on air between 11.30pm and 1.00am, and the broadcast also includes an interview with Tim. The set features original material from both GREAT SPIRIT CDs, plus some new numbers. Line-up includes top Finnish saxman Jari Perkomaki, with Ed Jones, Tony Kofi, Dick Pearce, Roger Beaujolais, Leon Stenning, Chris Dodd and Dave Smith.

 2007-03-29 14:04:04

GREAT SPIRIT on BBC Radio 3, Fri 13 April 07

This 'Jazz on Three' broadcast , originally planned for 19 January, has now been re-scheduled. It's a live recording of pianist Tim Richards' nine-piece band GREAT SPIRIT, recorded at The Sage Gateshead during the band's UK tour last November. The gig will be on air between 11.30pm and 1.00am, and the broadcast also includes an interview with Tim. The set features original material from both GREAT SPIRIT CDs, plus some new numbers. Line-up includes top Finnish saxman Jari Perkomaki, with Ed Jones, Tony Kofi, Dick Pearce, Roger Beaujolais, Leon Stenning, Chris Dodd and Dave Smith.
The broadcast can also be heard at www.bbc.co.uk/radio3 for about a week afterwards.

 2006-12-31 18:35:54

GREAT SPIRIT on BBC Radio 3, Fri 19 Jan 07

'Jazz on Three' features a live recording of pianist Tim Richards' nine-piece band GREAT SPIRIT, recorded at The Sage Gateshead during the band's UK tour last November. The gig will be on air between 11.30pm and 1am, and the broadcast also includes an interview with Tim. The set features original material from both GREAT SPIRIT CDs, plus some new numbers. Line-up includes top Finnish saxman Jari Perkomaki, with Ed Jones, Tony Kofi, Dick Pearce, Roger Beaujolais, Leon Stenning, Chris Dodd and Dave Smith.

 2006-10-10 01:20:13

UK tour

This autumn Tim Richards' nine-piece GREAT SPIRIT embark on their fourth UK tour 21 October - 4 November, with support from the PRS FOUNDATION for NEW MUSIC, JAZZ SERVICES Ltd and THE MUSICIANS UNION.

They'll be joined by one of Finland's top jazz musicians, Jari Perkiomaki (alto/soprano sax). Head of the jazz department at Helsinki's prestigious Sibelius Academy, Perkiomaki has performed all over the world with his own trio/quartet. He joined the Pori Big Band in 1977 when only 16, later conducting the band with special US guest Kenny Garrett in 2005. He has previously appeared in the UK with Ed Jones' Anglo-Finnish band, and trumpeter Mika Myllari.

The remaining line-up comprises an impressive selection of London's most dynamic jazz musicians, many of whom are bandleaders in their own right. See the GIGS page for details and tour dates.

GREAT SPIRIT combines the earthiness of blues and funk, the harmonies of contemporary jazz, the rhythms of Africa, and the thrilling combination of structure and freedom provided by Tim's innovative writing - all showcased to fine effect on the band's latest CD on 33 Records, Epistrophy (33Jazz120), released in 2005 to universal acclaim.

GREAT SPIRIT aims to show that contemporary jazz is vibrantly alive in the C21st, and that it can appeal to a broad cross-section of people of all ages and cultures.

 2006-10-10 01:19:46

GREAT SPIRIT UK tour

This autumn Tim Richards' nine-piece embark on their fourth UK tour 21 October - 4 November, with support from the PRS FOUNDATION for NEW MUSIC, JAZZ SERVICES Ltd and THE MUSICIANS UNION.

They'll be joined by one of Finland's top jazz musicians, Jari Perkiomaki (alto/soprano sax). Head of the jazz department at Helsinki's prestigious Sibelius Academy, Perkiomaki has performed all over the world with his own trio/quartet. He joined the Pori Big Band in 1977 when only 16, later conducting the band with special US guest Kenny Garrett in 2005. He has previously appeared in the UK with Ed Jones' Anglo-Finnish band, and trumpeter Mika Myllari.

The remaining line-up comprises an impressive selection of London's most dynamic jazz musicians, many of whom are bandleaders in their own right. See the GIGS page for details and tour dates.

GREAT SPIRIT combines the earthiness of blues and funk, the harmonies of contemporary jazz, the rhythms of Africa, and the thrilling combination of structure and freedom provided by Tim's innovative writing - all showcased to fine effect on the band's latest CD on 33 Records, Epistrophy (33Jazz120), released in 2005 to universal acclaim.

GREAT SPIRIT aims to show that contemporary jazz is vibrantly alive in the C21st, and that it can appeal to a broad cross-section of people of all ages and cultures.

 2006-10-10 01:18:59

GREAT SPIRIT UK tour

This autumn Tim Richards' nine-piece embark on their fourth UK tour 21 October - 4 November, with support from the PRS FOUNDATION for NEW MUSIC, JAZZ SERVICES Ltd and THE MUSICIANS UNION.

They'll be joined by one of Finland's top jazz musicians, Jari Perkiomaki (alto/soprano sax). Head of the jazz department at Helsinki's prestigious Sibelius Academy, Perkiomaki has performed all over the world with his own trio/quartet. He joined the Pori Big Band in 1977 when only 16, later conducting the band with special US guest Kenny Garrett in 2005. He has previously appeared in the UK with Ed Jones' Anglo-Finnish band, and trumpeter Mika Myllari.

The remaining line-up comprises an impressive selection of London's most dynamic jazz musicians, many of whom are bandleaders in their own right. See the GIGS page for details and tour dates.

GREAT SPIRIT combines the earthiness of blues and funk, the harmonies of contemporary jazz, the rhythms of Africa, and the thrilling combination of structure and freedom provided by Tim's innovative writing - all showcased to fine effect on the band's latest CD on 33 Records, Epistrophy (33Jazz120), released in 2005 to universal acclaim. Press reviews can be viewed at: http://www.timrichards.ndo.co.uk/EpistrophyCD.html

See also the 5-star review online at:
http://www.24dash.com/content/lifestyle/reviews/viewReview.php?reviewID=165&navID=11

GREAT SPIRIT aims to show that contemporary jazz is vibrantly alive in the C21st, and that it can appeal to a broad cross-section of people of all ages and cultures.

 2006-10-10 01:17:31

GREAT SPIRIT UK tour

This autumn Tim Richards' nine-piece embark on their fourth UK tour 21 October - 4 November, with support from the PRS FOUNDATION for NEW MUSIC, JAZZ SERVICES Ltd and THE MUSICIANS UNION.

"Jazz supergroup whose passion proves inspirational... Contagious rhythmic energy... makes you want to do heroic deeds like climb Everest or swim the Atlantic... Not a dull moment from beginning to end."
Stuart Nicholson - OBSERVER MUSIC MONTHLY

They'll be joined by one of Finland's top jazz musicians, Jari Perkiomaki (alto/soprano sax). Head of the jazz department at Helsinki's prestigious Sibelius Academy, Perkiomaki has performed all over the world with his own trio/quartet. He joined the Pori Big Band in 1977 when only 16, later conducting the band with special US guest Kenny Garrett in 2005. He has previously appeared in the UK with Ed Jones' Anglo-Finnish band, and trumpeter Mika Myllari.

The remaining line-up comprises an impressive selection of London's most dynamic jazz musicians, many of whom are bandleaders in their own right. See the GIGS page for details and tour dates.

GREAT SPIRIT combines the earthiness of blues and funk, the harmonies of contemporary jazz, the rhythms of Africa, and the thrilling combination of structure and freedom provided by Tim's innovative writing - all showcased to fine effect on the band's latest CD on 33 Records, Epistrophy (33Jazz120), released in 2005 to universal acclaim, eg:

"Immediately accessible, wide-ranging album... as infectiously enjoyable as it is carefully constructed and programmed... blues and post-bop jazz, tinged with funk, African and Latin influences... powerful, earthy, dramatic music... a judiciously balanced band in top form." Chris Parker - JAZZ AT RONNIE SCOTTS

More press reviews can be viewed at: http://www.timrichards.ndo.co.uk/EpistrophyCD.html

See also the 5-star review online at:
http://www.24dash.com/content/lifestyle/reviews/viewReview.php?reviewID=165&navID=11

GREAT SPIRIT aims to show that contemporary jazz is vibrantly alive in the C21st, and that it can appeal to a broad cross-section of people of all ages and cultures.

"Richards' arrangements are terrific, and the choice of material just as good... A landmark achievement in a long career." John Fordham - THE GUARDIAN