80 not out - in jazz terms a Joe Root innings! Who are we talking about? Who else but Alan Glen, the doyen of north-east jazz pianists. Over the years Alan has moved from Angry Young Man, pushing boundary after boundary back in the latter years of the previous century whilst today, he's still pushing back boundary's but using more accessible material as his launching pad. No one can play a standard or a bebop classic with more panache than Alan whilst, at the same time, making it sound like the first time.
This isn't just a gig, it's a birthday party to pay homage and to thank Alan for the musical pleasure he's given us over the years and, indeed, in the years to come.
If BSH ever awards Blue Plaques then this will be, indisputably, number one!
Come to think of it, any suggestions for other Blue Plaque northeast jazzers?
However, that is for another day. Today, or rather, on Thursday (July 28) we are paying tribute to a living legend - Alan Glen.
For a fantastic evening with Alan, John Pope and Paul Wight (or is is it Syd White?) don't miss it.
Alan will never be 80 again!.
Lance.
Alan Glen Trio: The Globe, 11 Railway St., Newcastle NE4 7AD. 8pm. £5.
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