The Music of Cannonball Adderley
Celebrate the legacy of Cannonball Adderley with the Dylan Jones Quintet, as they bring his soulful, groove-driven jazz classics to life with fresh energy and world-class improvisation.
Celebrating the Sound of Soul Jazz & Hard Bop
Step into an evening celebrating the electrifying legacy of one of jazz’s most iconic saxophonists and bandleaders, Cannonball Adderley. Known for his soulful tone, infectious energy and pioneering spirit, Adderley’s music continues to inspire generations.
Presented by the Dylan Jones Quintet, this special performance brings together some of London’s finest improvisers to honour his unmistakable sound. From the feel-good groove of Mercy, Mercy, Mercy to the timeless elegance of Autumn Leaves, expect a journey through Adderley’s most beloved repertoire, reimagined with fresh energy, spontaneity and deep musical connection.
About Dylan Jones
A distinctive voice on the contemporary UK jazz scene, Dylan Jones is a London-based trumpeter, composer and bandleader with deep roots in the city’s new wave of jazz. An original member of Ezra Collective and a musician shaped by Tomorrow’s Warriors, he has been part of the creative circles behind projects including Moses Boyd Exodus and PYJÆN. His playing combines lyrical trumpet lines, groove-led improvisation and the rhythmic energy of London jazz, drawing on jazz, Afrobeat, hip-hop and soul influences. With his debut album Statue, Jones steps forward as an artist in his own right, bringing a fresh and expressive voice to British jazz.
Band Line-up
Dylan Jones – Trumpet
Joe Elliott – Alto Saxophone
Jay Verma – Keys
Joe Mac – Bass
Harry Ling – Drums
Event Details
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