Back in February I joined forces with fellow saxophonist Simon Spillett to present 'Unification' in collaboration with @highworthjazzfestival
We were all intrigued to find out what would happen bringing together two entirely different musical and creative styles for this exciting yet unlikely pairing. It's fair to say that the whole project which also included some studio recordings, was very well received indeed and the live gig was a huge success.
At one point during the performance we embarked on a completely unrehearsed moment of spontaneity - two saxophones taking inspiration from each other and creating a totally unexpected and unique moment in music. Here's the 3 and a half minute 'off-piste' creation which captures Simon humorously expressing: "This could go on for some time!" It does lead to a fabulously funky conclusion so it's worth seeing it through to the end.
Big shout out to @alexsteelejazz on keys, @mikegreenbass on bass, hubby Mike Cypher on drums, Andy Boyd for the video recording, @simonridge for the audio recording, @razorrayray and Martin Wellsted for the collaboration.
Are you ready?....
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A moment of spontaneous sax-ing with fellow saxophonist #simonspillett at our recent 'Unification' live gig in collaboration with @highworthjazzfestival
What a night! Perfectly captured by photographers @ronmilsom@rokermediaimages and Jerry Storer
Audio recorded and mixed by @simonridge
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Brilliant night with @kimcyphersax and Simon Spillett. Thank you @highworthjazzfestival for supporting this great project. Unification. 👊👊🎶☮️❤️🎶
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Last night, wow what a night! The culmination of our 'Unification' project - myself, #simonspillett and our fab band in collaboration with @highworthjazzfestival
Loads of pics and news of our #newmusic to follow. But in the meantime, here's some of the #behindthescenes fun!
Huge thanks to all who came along and all who made it possible. Much love x
Much fun will be had THIS SATURDAY 7th Feb as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of saxophonist #simonspillett on the UK jazz scene! Our 'Unification' project goes live at St. Michael's Church in Highworth (near Swindon) in collaboration with @highworthjazzfestival
Thanks to @ukjazznews for announcing the Prize Draw winners today for two free tickets. There are a handful of tickets left for anyone who didn't win the draw. Grab 'em quick! Link in bio
It really is going to be an extra special night as we bring our individual musical styles together as one creative unified force.
Two sax players / vocals plus @alexsteelejazz on piano, @mikegreenbass on bass and Mike Cypher on drums.
See you there :-)
📷 @ronmilsom
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