THE WILL BARNES QUARTET

Source of the Severn album launch with visuals from Erin Hughes

Saturday 13 January, 8pm. Doors open 7.30pm.
The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne.

The Will Barnes Quartet, in collaboration with skilled landscape artist Erin Hughes, are proud to present their debut album, ‘Source of the Severn’. Will Barnes (guitar) is joined by James Batten (drums), Jack Gonsalez (piano) and Clovis Phillips (bass) - a tight collective of highly experienced jazz instrumentalists. This album of original music is a modern take on the classic bebop-era with influences of Wes Montgomery, Bill Evans, Pat Metheny and Oscar Peterson, further taking inspiration from the exquisite landscape of Mid-Wales and the Marches. Erin has created 9 original pieces in response to the music utilising her meticulously hand-marbled papers as her artistic palette to skilfully craft collages that emulate the traditional artistry of Pietre Dure.

“ [An] excellent set that had featured some seriously impressive musicianship from all involved”
Ian Mann (The JazzMann) at Brecon Jazz Festival 2022

“This is one player who really does combine a raft of tasty guitar styles and throws them at you with a mix of speed, power and passion” 
Oxford Jazz

Tickets - £15

Under 25’s - £10 (Limited tickets)

Available now at The Workhouse Gallery, Presteigne or online at wegottickets.com/event/595970