Mike Janisch's "Purpose Built"

Michael Janisch, double bass, Paul Booth tenor sax, Jay Phelps trumpet, Jim Hart vibes, Andrew Bain - drums 

Michael Janisch is a prominent newcomer on the international jazz scene, whose talents as both a freelance bassist and bandleader have been described as dynamic, driven, and enthusiastic. Originally hailing from Wisconsin, Michael has, at the age of 30, accumulated an impressive and diverse resume. “A brilliantly imaginative player,” (JazzWise).

He leads a band playing quirky contemporary jazz with fellow American Jay Phelps on trumpet, Paul Booth on tenor sax, Jim Hart on vibes and Andrew Bain on drums. For more details and to hear lots of Mike's music on  
http://www.michaeljanisch.com/
 

Michael’s rapidly blossoming career as a bandleader has garnered the young bassist international attention. He has established a strong reputation as a guiding light for creating world-class collaborations between musicians in the US and the UK. John Fordham, one of the UK’s leading jazz critics, affirms that “the London-based American bassist Michael Janisch, whose virtuosity has put him in the UK’s top jazz flight since his arrival in 2005, is having an impact beyond his hard-driving bass playing, with his high profile matching of American and British talent.” (Jazz UK). His groups have headlined to sell-out crowds up and down the country.

Seven Jazz has a good vibe, friendly people and a fun raffle with (of course!) seven prizes. Tickets can be ordered from Seven Arts 0113 26 26 777. You can if you wish purchase a season ticket for our autumn concerts and get six concerts for the price of four (£60 full price or £50 concessions)

Thursday 9th December. Doors open 8pm, music starts 8.30pm-11pm.  £15/12 concessions tickets in advance from Seven Arts 0113 26 26 777. A full time student concessions is £5, available on the door only.

Michael Janisch will also be taking a Jazz workshop for musicians on Saturday 11th December at Seven Arts 2-5pm. There arre limited places. For further information and enrolments email Jean Watson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it