Saxophone legend Art Themen to play at St Lucius'

Jazz legend Art Themen, Picture by Pete Woodman

Saxophone legend Art Themen will play in a jazz concert at St Lucius' Church, Farnley Tyas, on Saturday, November 4.

He'll be supported by Dean Stockdale, Dave Tyas and Ben Crossland. This a rare opportunity to see one of the UK's finest jazz musicians.

Art has enjoyed a career spanning seven decades. He began playing blues in the 60s with Alexis Korner and Jack Bruce and played jazz alongside such luminaries as Michael Garrick, Ian Carr and Graham Collier. 

In 1974, he began a long term connection with Stan Tracey, playing in Stan's Quartet and his larger ensembles.He has toured with visiting US musicians, including Charlie Rouse, Nat Adderley, Red Rodney and George Coleman. A truly individual voice. 

The event starts at 7.30pm, with doors at 7.00pm. Tickets are £10. Refreshments in exchange for a donation. 

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