The Jacqui Dankworth Quintet performs with her band at The Atkinson on Saturday 10 May at 7.30pm.
Jacqui Dankworth is one of the most highly regarded vocalists in the UK. Her concert appearances and her stylistically diverse recordings showcase her virtuosic and effortless mastery of a wide spectrum of genres. Known primarily as a jazz singer, Jacqui also draws on folk, soul and blues influences, as well as her acute sensibility as a songwriter and lyricist. Her band are:
Jacqui Dankworth – vocals
Charlie Wood – piano, keyboards, vocals
Chris Allard – acoustic/electric guitars
Geoff Gascoyne – double bass/bass guitar
Nic France – drums
Her voice has been described as “multi-faceted” and “incomparable” by The Times.
