Robin Sings & Plays: Tony Bennett

Celebrating the 100th birthday of a musical legend

At this very special event, Robin returns to Toulouse Lautrec, for a performance dedicated to the late great Tony Bennett, shortly after what would have been his 100^th birthday!

Tony Bennett found fame as a popular and swing singer, before leaning more into jazz and smaller ensembles as the big band era fell silent. But rather than hinder his art, the smaller ensemble suited Tony perfectly as he could express his incredible vocal control and intimate delivery of songs.

Nothing displays this better than the two incredible albums he recorded with legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans. Tony Bennett has recorded almost every song in The Great American Songbook over his long and varied career, and worked with artists one or two generations below him, staying relevant due to the high esteem with which all singers hold him.

Choosing the repertoire for this event will not be easy, but our guests can be assured to hear many of the classic songs that they think of when they think of the name Tony Bennett, along with others picked out by the musicians that have special meaning for them from his huge repertoire.

Both Robin and Tony are great lovers of the lost verses of the standards, so you will also here some introductions to classic songs, that you might not have heard before.

With support by Adam Roberts Trio

Seamlessly blending the sophisticated harmonies of contemporary jazz with the infectious grooves of funk, the Adam Roberts trio perform an intimate set of music from Adam’s debut album ‘Low Voltage’.

The set features entirely original compositions, from delicate ballads to high energy jazz-funk, with plenty of room for Adam’s melodic voice on the bass. The trio thrives on improvisation, with no two performances the same and takes the audience on the journey with them.

About Robin Phillips

Singer, pianist and bandleader Robin Phillips is one of the UK’s most versatile jazz performers, known for his warm vocals, elegant piano playing and deep appreciation of the Great American Songbook. Equally at home in intimate jazz clubs and larger concert settings, he has built a reputation for bringing classic songs to life with authenticity, sophistication and charm.

Robin is the founder and musical director of the acclaimed jazz ensemble The Pinstripe Suit, with whom he has performed at leading venues and festivals across the UK and Europe. He has also enjoyed a long-standing residency at London’s renowned speakeasy venue, Nightjar, where his performances have captivated audiences for over a decade.

Alongside his work as a performer, Robin is a broadcaster, educator and recording artist. His passion for jazz history and storytelling shines through in every performance, combining exceptional musicianship with an engaging stage presence. Whether interpreting timeless standards or celebrating iconic artists such as Nat King Cole, Robin brings a genuine love of the music and a distinctive artistic voice to the stage.

Band Lineup

Robin Phillips – Vocals / piano
Sam Miles – Tenor sax
Charlie Pyne – Acoustic bass
Alex Best – Drums
Special guest, Louis Thorne – Guitar

About Adam Roberts

Adam Roberts is a bass guitarist and composer based in Hertfordshire. A 1st class graduate of The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, his versatile playing bridges the worlds of traditional jazz, fusion and funk music. Since graduating Adam is a member of a number of bands on the London music scene and has performed at many prestigious venues and jazz festivals including Love Supreme, The Bear Club, The Cheltenham Jazz Festival and Ram Jam Records.

Band Lineup

Adam Roberts – Bass Guitar
Ollie Canham – Guitar
Dominic Johnson – Drums