Ferg's Imaginary Big Band
Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, W1D 4HT , [Venue Details]Known for their raucous live shows and bombastic arrangements, Leeds based Fergus Quill's Imaginary Big Band make a rare appearance in the capital.
The band is an organic and fluid ensemble of young jazz musicians drawn from across the Leeds jazz scene. The band’s origins were as an informal five piece Sun Ra tribute project but quickly grew into a dynamic 25+ strong musical force with a reputation for energetic live performances, experimental arrangements and performing original improvised music.
To pin the music down to one influence would be a task; a part of the sound owes itself to the works of Duke Ellington, Sun Ra Arkestra and the Mingus Big Band, but the DIY Punk aesthetic and ethos of the band, along with a love of film composers such as Ennio Morricone is integral to the band sound also.
Whilst it is not at all uncommon for mosh pits to break out during the bands noisy numbers, Fergus and the band also have a sensitive sound, with beautifully written ballad arrangements appearing regularly. Live composition is a big part of each performance and recording, with various hand signals and movements occurring at any moment that the band recognise and respond to.
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Admission
Min: £40.00
Max: £55.00
Performer name: Ferg's Imaginary Big Band
Doors open: 5:30 pm
Age restriction: 18+
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Ferg's Imaginary Big Band
Monday, 19 May 2025 @6.30pm
Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, W1D 4HTMore Information
Known for their raucous live shows and bombastic arrangements, Leeds based Fergus Quill's Imaginary Big Band make a rare appearance in the capital.
The band is an organic and fluid ensemble of young jazz musicians drawn from across the Leeds jazz scene. The band’s origins were as an informal five piece Sun Ra tribute project but quickly grew into a dynamic 25+ strong musical force with a reputation for energetic live performances, experimental arrangements and performing original improvised music.
To pin the music down to one influence would be a task; a part of the sound owes itself to the works of Duke Ellington, Sun Ra Arkestra and the Mingus Big Band, but the DIY Punk aesthetic and ethos of the band, along with a love of film composers such as Ennio Morricone is integral to the band sound also.
Whilst it is not at all uncommon for mosh pits to break out during the bands noisy numbers, Fergus and the band also have a sensitive sound, with beautifully written ballad arrangements appearing regularly. Live composition is a big part of each performance and recording, with various hand signals and movements occurring at any moment that the band recognise and respond to.
Admission
Min: £40.00
Max: £55.00
Performer name: Ferg's Imaginary Big Band
Doors open: 5:30 pm
Age restriction: 18+
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