Swing from Paris: an evening of Parisian-flavoured music
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy
Bowen and Sam Hughes) and double bass (Tomasz Williams), inspired by the music of the
1930s, ’40s and ’50s: from the cafés and cabarets of Montmartre to Artie Shaw, Django
Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli and the master of tango Astor Piazzolla.
Their Parisian-flavoured jazz and vintage swing has been delighting audiences for almost 20
years: from major jazz festivals including the Django Reinhardt Festival at Samois-sur-Seine,
to being invited to perform at the French Ambassador's residence for Bastille Day.
Their latest recording together is I Love Paris (2024), available on vinyl, CD and digital.
Expect stylish jazz and vintage swing.
Audience comments:
“when they are playing, you simply can’t get the smile off your face. Would go again and
again and again” “Fabulous musicians, fabulous arrangements. Can't recommend enough!”
Reviews:
“Their arrangements are consistently intelligent, interesting and inventive… their love for,
and knowledge of, their chosen material is wide and deep, but nevertheless they put their
own stamp on it.” – The Jazz Mann ★ ★ ★ ★
“Excellent band … diverse numbers, smart arrangements … successful partnering of
acoustic with electric guitar distinguishes the band’s sound” – Jazz Journal
"an impressively extensive repertoire" – Leamington Courier
“Awe-inspiring … The band members have real rapport...I would highly recommend to any
jazz, or live music fan for that matter” – Swindon Link
“Clever interpretations and adaptations” – Nub News
