Clemens Confortini Collective
Thursday 27th June 2024
Tickets: £20.00 Seat at a shared Table for 4 /£15.00 Seat – No Table
Doors: 7.30pm
Show: 8:00pm-9:30pm – Single Set 75 min
Please note you can book for dinner either before or after the show.
Internationally acclaimed Brian Clemens joins forces with Francesca Confortini and their Confortini Collective for a sumptuous journey through masterful piano pieces complimented by seamless vocals, live from The Hampstead Jazz Club stage!
Join The Clemens Confortini Collective through an unforgettable night of music and glamour. Lead by pianist and composer Brian Clemens, and fronted by the powerful and charismatic vocals of one of Europe’s rising star vocalists, Francesca Confortini, the group will transport you back to the sumptuous golden era of jazz, featuring their unique musical catalog, described by Jazzwise UK as “an exhilarating and entertaining set of creative arrangements of standards and original music,”. Complemented by the soulful feel of Ed Babar’s bass and Daniele Antenucci’s masterful rhythms, this will surely be a show of style, sophistication, and dynamism.
Also featuring artistic and entertaining arrangements of much-loved Beatles tunes, Motown classics, Great American Songbook, and even 1940s Italian hits, the band will lead you through a whirlwind of their artistic catalog, complemented by Francesca’s soaring vocals and inimitable energy. Don’t miss this chance to experience a night of spectacular music in one of England’s most iconic jazz venues.
BRIAN CLEMENS
Brian Clemens is a London-based jazz pianist, arranger, and bandleader originally from Los Angeles. After earning his Master’s Degree in California and studying under Grammy Award-winning pianist/arranger Bill Cunliffe, Brian established himself in the vibrant Los Angeles music scene. He has headlined at renowned venues such as Herb Albert’s Vibrato Jazz Grill and recently has gained international acclaim, captivating audiences in the UK and the Netherlands. His latest album, “Live in London Ft. Francesca Confortini,” was recorded at London’s legendary Pizza Express Soho Jazz Club in the fall of 2023 and is available on all streaming platforms.
Brian Clemens draws inspiration from legendary pianists such as Oscar Peterson, Ray Charles, Billy Joel, and George Shearing. His arranging styles reflect the influence of greats like Billy May and Nelson Riddle.
“an exhilarating and entertaining set of creative arrangements of standards and original music” – Jazzwise
FRANCESCA CONFORTINI
Italian-born jazz vocalist Francesca Confortini brings her soulful tone to every performance. With a background in musical theatre and international experience as a singer for the likes of Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens), along with work with gypsy-jazz ensembles Trio Manouche and Gypsy Dynamite as well as her own trio Jazz Silhouettes, she exudes sophistication and warmth in everything she does. A versatile vocalist capable of moving from her neo-jazz originals to interpretation of the American Songbook classics Francesca is without doubt “one to watch”!
“Francesca brings such energy, drive and musicianship to the task of bandleader that it all works” – The Arts Desk
LINE-UP:
Francesca Confortini – Vocals
Brian Clemens – Piano
Ed Babar – Bass
Daniele Antenucci – Drums
Please note, The Club is not licensed to allow access to Children under the age of 16 after 9pm, so for evening performances, please do not book tickets for children under the age of 16. Children aged 16 and above are welcome at any time.
For £20.00 Tickets:
Seats are not numbered and you will be seated at available tables. Please note tables seat 4 people, so for bookings of less than 4 people, you will be seated and share a table for 4.
For £15.00 Tickets:
This is a fully seated event. Seats are not numbered and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
Please note the Jazz Club is situated in the basement of the Duke of Hamilton Pub and access is via a number of stairs. The nearest toilets are situated on the 1st floor of the Pub.
Showtimes
Doors: 7:30 pm | Show: 8:00 pm