Since discovering John Coltrane as a teenager, saxophonist Andy Sheppard has forged a remarkable career, earning multiple British Jazz Awards, international acclaim and even a place in the UK pop charts. His musical range is equally impressive: alongside jazz giants George Russell, Gil Evans and Carla Bley, he has worked with artists as diverse as Baaba Maal, Runrig and John Martyn.
Equally at home in a big band, solo setting or small group, Sheppard now turns his attention to a new trio with Italian pianist Rita Marcotulli and French bassist Michel Benita. The drummer-less format echoes his acclaimed work with Carla Bley and Steve Swallow, while giving this new partnership its own distinctive space.
The trio may be new, but Marcotulli and Benita…

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