Party: Simon Spillett Quartet

Party: Simon Spillett Quartet

"He's stood old head and young shoulders above many of his contemporaries as a live performer for several years...gets five stars …" - Roger Thomas, BBC

Simon Spillett sax, John Critchinson piano, @Dave Green bass, Spike Wells drum

Simon Spillett, the son of a semi-pro musician, is an excellent band leader who puts together a well-balanced programme. He is also the chronicler and guardian of the legend and legacy of the great Tubby Hayes. Simon has played with three generations British Jazz greats, including Stan Tracy, Bobby Wellins, Alan Barns and Gwilym Simcock.

On Piano, tonight and for the Quartet's last 10 years, is John Critchinson, who became a member of Ronnie Scott's Quartet when Simon was only 5 years old. On Bass is Dave Green and on drums Spike Wells, two more well known and loved Fleece regulars.

"A bruising, scruff-of-the-neck hard bopper,… he generates huge excitement, passion and swagger.” - Chris Ingham. Unmissable!