This special performance features legendary saxophonist Andy Sheppard collaborating with his quartet and a powerful brass choir. Andy Sheppard saxophones John Parricelli guitar Dudley Phillips bass Nic France drums + 7 piece Brass Choir of trumpets and trombones let by Jonny Bruce Andy Sheppard (born 20 January 1957 in Warminster, Wiltshire) is one of the world’s pre-eminent jazz saxophonists and composers. His career is closely tied to the city of Bristol, where he lived from the 1980s until 2016, and with which he still retains a strong bond. Andy has appeared innumerable times at St George’s over four decades, establishing a very special relationship with the hall and its audiences. These performances—spanning a range of settings – have been characterized by a continual spirit of experimentation and the communication of sheer joy in making music. The enchantment with melody that began during his childhood experience as a choirboy has continued throughout Andy’s mature career, providing a vital link across his many groups and projects. The evening’s repertoire will feature the world premiere of Sheppard’s new suite entitled Horns , for quartet and brass, interspersed with intimate solos and duos that showcase Sheppard’s versatility across both small and large-scale settings. This promises to be a momentous musical occasion in one of Andy’s absolute favourite venues.