Beats n Pieces

The Beats & Pieces Big Band was formed at the beginning of 2008 as a 14-piece ensemble for the performance of distinctive contemporary jazz. The band have recently released their debut EP on Efpi Records, an independent label run by three of the band members. The musicians featured are all Manchester-based players who have previously performed with each other in a variety of different contexts, and who share a need and a desire for such an ensemble in order to focus their large-ensemble playing in a way which embraces their broad musical influences.

We’ve had some great opportunities already in our short few years including:

• 6th place in the Jazz FM charts
• Performing as part of Manchester, Marlborough, Liverpool and London Jazz festivals
• Regular air play on digital and online radio stations

 

You can check out our music on my audio page or catch us at our RONNIE SCOTTS gig
January 19th 2011!