Steyning Jazz Club - Clarinet Fantasy

“Clarinet Fantasy” is the celebrated project & album from internationally acclaimed jazz clarinetist Adrian Cox featuring his Quintet with the addition of a String Quartet.

“Clarinet Fantasy” was inspired by hearing the music of famed Ellington & Armstrong clarinetist Barney Bigard, that he recorded in the 40s with Roger Kay Strings (Fantasy for Clarinet). As with many of the jazz clarinet giants, an album with strings was a must.

“Clarinet Fantasy” is Adrian’s offering and biggest to date. The show features original music composed by Cox all beautifully arranged by Philippe Maniez. Pieces from those Bigard recordings find their way into the concert tooIn Adrian’s words, “To make this album was a dream come true and having the chance to put this concert together to perform live brings me so much joy”