Charles Mingus’s music is full of passion, soul and swing. A virtuoso bassist and composer with a sometimes explosive personality, Mingus isone of the most famous names in jazz. His music is inspired by Blues, Gospel, NewOrleans Jazz, and Bebop as well as classical music. Join us for some of his well known tunes like ‘Jelly Roll’ , ‘Goodbye Pork Pie Hat’ and ‘Boogie Stop Shuffle’ as well as some beautiful lesser known Mingus compositions - along with jazz standards often associated with this giant of jazz.
Doors open 7.30pm, starts at 8pm. Tickets £16 public, Southgate Club Members £14, Students and under 18's £10.
Fabulous 6 piece live jazzband with Art Themen (Saxaphone), Pete Horsfall (Trumpet), Malcolm Earle Smith (Trombone & Vocals), Kate Williams (Piano), Larry Bartley (Bass) and Ethan Sweeting (Drums)
Art Themen - saxophone A very important name on the British jazz scene since 1960s it is a great pleasure to have Art aboard for this gig! A member Alexis Korner’s ‘Blues Incorporated’ in the 60s , he went on to form a long standing association with Stan Tracey, as well as performing with US musicians including Nat Adderley, Red Rodney and Charlie Rouse. Still as passionate and swinging as ever, Art is ideally suited to playing the music of Mingus!
Pete Horsfall - trumpet An exciting and versatile trumpeter and vocalist, Pete is in frequent demand. From his acclaimed classic jazz quintet, the Basin Street Brawlers to his project ‘Mighty Like the Blues’ with guitarist Jim Mullen, and his hip-hop inspired group ‘Electric Relaxation’ Pete defies category! He was also a member of Kansas Smitty’s house band, alongside clarinetist Giacomo Smith and pianist Joe Webb.
Malcolm Earle Smith - trombone &vocals A highly versatile trombonist and vocalist, Malcolm’s many work credits include Bryan Ferry, John Dankworth, Martha Reeves, Kenny Baker. As professor of jazz at Trinity Laban Conservatoire since 2007, Malcolm has played an important role in mentoring the next generation of young British jazz artists.
Kate Williams - piano An inventive and highly respected jazz pianist on the UK Jazz scene Kate as performed widely. As well leading and composing for her own groups she also performs with many British artists including Gareth Lockrane, Tina May, John Etheridge, Stan Sulzman and Karen Sharp.
Larry Bartley - bass One of the most sought after bass players in London, Larry’s strong musical presence has been heard in the bands of Courtney Pine, Jean Toussaint, Soweto Kinch and Juliet Roberts to name a few. But he is also a composer and band leader in his own right - his octet has been broadcast by the BBC from the Cheltenham Jazz Festival.
Ethan Sweeting -drums Since leaving Trinty Laban in 2025 Ethan has already become a ‘name to watch’ on the UK scene. Equally convincing whether playing 1930s swing or contemporary jazz he has recently been featured at Nikki Yeoh’s Nucleus sessions at Ronnie’s Scott’s and with guitarist Joe Leighton.
