A new acoustic group formed by pianist Paul Harrison, bassist Euan Burton and drummer Doug Hough. Simultaneously they embrace the history of the classic piano trio while exploring and inventing new directions. Fearless music that can switch from delicate and ... more >>
Salsa Celtica Big Band
Cuban and Latin American salsa meets traditional Scottish and Irish music. Salsa Celtica take time off from headlining a string of high profile European Festivals, to celebrate their 15th anniversary in their home town. The expanded band features guest Cuban ... more >>
Edinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra: Swinging for Basie
Directed by Joe Temperley, With Brian Kellock, and special guest, Dennis Rowland
An all-star cast recreate the joyous music of Count Basie Featuring arrangements by Quincy Jones, Neal Hefti and Buck Clayton, Joe Temperley plans a masterclass of swing, concentrating ... more >>
Laura Macdonald and Martina Almgren Oh Yeah!
Two of Europe's leading female jazz instrumentalists, the Scottish saxophonist and the Swedish drummer front a group which sparkles with upbeat grooves and bright melodies. Almgren's tunes are founded on strong rhythms and swing, and the combination with MacDonald's lyrical ... more >>
Edinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra: Colin Steele
Trumpeter and Composer, Colin Steele, is the Sibelius of the new Scotland. His music is a massive, joyous celebration of Scottish melody and rhythm, liberated and enhanced by the spirit, sophistication and technique of jazz. His recordings and concerts are ... more >>
The Programme
30 July 2010
Fat Sams Band Assembly@Princes Street Gardens 20:00 - £15:00