Tony Kofi and The Organisation celebrates 100 years of Lou Donaldson
World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens, SW11 7BD , [Venue Details]Acclaimed saxophonist Tony Kofi joins The Organisation to celebrate the irresistible music of soul jazz and Bebop Alto Saxophone legend, Lou Donaldson (1/11/1926-09/11/2024)
racing Donaldson’s journey from his bebop beginnings to his defining role in the soul jazz revolution—sparked by the groundbreaking Hammond organ sound of Jimmy Smith and championed by Blue Note founder Alfred Lion—the band brings to life some of the finest recordings of the Blue Note era.
Expect classic Donaldson favourites including Blues Walk, Hot Dog, Good Gracious!, Rev. Moses, Alligator Bogaloo and Ode to Billie Joe, alongside music associated with Jimmy Smith, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Charles Earland, Big John Patton, Pat Martino, George Benson and more.
Tony first encountered Lou Donaldson in 1993, when he was invited to attend one of Donaldson’s open rehearsals at the Mount Fuji Jazz Festival. Witnessing the master at work left a lasting impression and planted the seed for this special tribute project
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Doors open: 6:30 pm
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Tony Kofi and The Organisation celebrates 100 years of Lou Donaldson
Saturday, 14 Nov 2026 @7.30pm
World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens, SW11 7BDMore Information
Acclaimed saxophonist Tony Kofi joins The Organisation to celebrate the irresistible music of soul jazz and Bebop Alto Saxophone legend, Lou Donaldson (1/11/1926-09/11/2024)
racing Donaldson’s journey from his bebop beginnings to his defining role in the soul jazz revolution—sparked by the groundbreaking Hammond organ sound of Jimmy Smith and championed by Blue Note founder Alfred Lion—the band brings to life some of the finest recordings of the Blue Note era.
Expect classic Donaldson favourites including Blues Walk, Hot Dog, Good Gracious!, Rev. Moses, Alligator Bogaloo and Ode to Billie Joe, alongside music associated with Jimmy Smith, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Charles Earland, Big John Patton, Pat Martino, George Benson and more.
Tony first encountered Lou Donaldson in 1993, when he was invited to attend one of Donaldson’s open rehearsals at the Mount Fuji Jazz Festival. Witnessing the master at work left a lasting impression and planted the seed for this special tribute project
Admission
Min: £20.00
Max: £30.00
Doors open: 6:30 pm
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