Ray Gelato & the Giants
18th – 23rd December 2023
Ray is considered to be one of the last in a long line of the classic jazz entertainers alongside Cab Calloway, Louis Prima and Fats Waller.
This multi-talented singer, saxman, songwriter and band leader has appeared at festivals, clubs and concert stages from Brazil to New York City.
Ticket prices
£45 – £60
Line-up
RAY GELATO – load vocal, tenor saxDANIEL MARSDEN – trumpetANDREW ROGERS – tromboneOLIVER WILBY – tenor, alto saxGUNTHER KURMAYR – pianoMANUEL ALVEREZ – bassED RICHARDSON – drums
Audiences and listeners across the world can expect to hear some footstompin’, swinging music that will leave them feeling uplifted and inspired. The band run through a selection of truly classic records and dedications as well as Ray’s original material, which has deservedly become some of the most requested during his live shows. Join Ray and his stunning band in paying homage to the ‘Great Entertainers’ and help keep this incredible music swingin’.
Arguably the only British jazz artist with a proper stage show.
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