De-lovely
The
Claire Harper Jazz Trio perform the delightful songs of Cole Porter.
Singer
/ pianist Claire’s captivating vocals and creative piano style have earned
critical acclaim,
and with her talented band, she presents
a show featuring the enchanting melodies and ingenious
lyrics
of Cole Porter.
Claire’s arrangements and unique, impressive
voice
ensure that the
songs are fresh and exciting whilst
still retaining their
original elegance and charm.
The
well known and loved work of Cole Porter,
a
composer with the ability to put words to his own music, continues to inspire
and delight
audiences
and musicians alike. His shows have kept pride of place in theatre land, and
his
songs
have succeeded in their own right performed by singers such as Frank Sinatra
and
Ella
Fitzgerald and by jazz musicians all over the world.
The band creatively reappraise the songs
with style and passion, as well as providing an insight into the composer’s
life
in a sparkling two set performance
lasting 90 minutes featuring ‘I Get A Kick Out Of You’, ‘Ev’ry Time We Say
Goodbye’,
‘Night and Day’, ‘I’ve Got You Under My
Skin’ as well some other classics from the Great American Songbook.
Two
of the finest jazz musicians in the country double bass player Jonty Fisher,
and drummer
Steve
Creese accompany Claire for a wonderful evening of musical interaction and
enjoyment.
Alternatively the show is also available
in a quartet format with the exceptional saxophonist Frank Walden.
Contact Claire:
01245 362892 / 07765 664673