A concert to celebrate the life and music of John William Coltrane (born one hundred years ago today)

Wednesday 23rd September | 7:30pm

To commemorate the centenary of the birth of John Coltrane (b. 23 September 1926), Lewis Watson presents a concert featuring the music of the influential American saxophonist. From bebop to modal to free jazz, John Coltrane’s contribution to arts and culture cannot be underestimated.

Early-collaborations with Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk and others led to Coltrane’s ‘Classic Quartet’ period, yielding his masterpiece A Love Supreme (Impulse! Records, 1964). Some six decades after his death, John Coltrane continues to inspire the musicians of today.

Join John Coltrane fan and scholar Lewis Watson (tenor saxophone), Mark Williams (guitar), Andy Champion (double bass) and John Bradford (drums) to celebrate the life and music of John William Coltrane (born one hundred years ago today, 23 September 1926).

A LIVE Lit & Phil Event | £12

(If you would prefer to book directly over the phone, please call the Library Desk team on 0191 232 0192 and they will be happy to help)

Image 1: Cohn Coltrane | image source wiki commons, provided by promoter

Image 2: Lewis Watson | copyright Malcolm Sinclair, provided by promoter

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