“Christopher White is a master of musical atmosphere—his saxophone lines feel cinematic, emotional, and deeply human.” — Jazzwise Magazine
Christopher White brings his acclaimed Christopher White Collective to the stage for an immersive evening of contemporary jazz that draws together deep groove, ambient textures, and cinematic storytelling.
A long-time collaborator with Van Morrison—with whom he serves as musical director, arranger, and saxophonist—Christopher White has been a defining presence on the UK music scene since relocating to London nearly three decades ago. His musical journey spans an extraordinary range of collaborations, having performed and recorded with artists including Paul McCartney, George Benson, Gregory Porter, Michael Bublé, Mavis Staples, Bobby Womack, Taj Mahal, Noel Gallagher, Billy Ocean, Paul Anka, and Maceo Parker.
While widely respected for his work as a sideman and musical director, this performance places the spotlight firmly on White as a composer and bandleader. The Christopher White Collective is a forward-looking project that explores the space between jazz improvisation, ambient sound design, and cinematic composition. Drawing inspiration from film scores, modern jazz, and electronic atmospheres, the music unfolds with a strong sense of narrative—intimate one moment, expansive the next.
The Collective brings together a group of highly expressive musicians, chosen for their ability to move fluidly between structure and freedom. Expect rich harmonic landscapes, subtle grooves, and lyrical saxophone lines that prioritise mood and texture as much as virtuosity. This is jazz that invites deep listening—music that rewards attention while remaining emotionally direct and accessible.
Alongside his live work, Christopher White continues to compose for film and television, and that cinematic sensibility is ever-present in the Collective’s sound: evocative, spacious, and deeply atmospheric. Each performance is shaped by the room and the moment, making every appearance a unique experience.
This event offers a rare opportunity to hear one of the UK’s most in-demand musicians in an intimate club setting, presenting original music that reflects both a lifetime of collaboration at the highest level and a restless creative spirit.
An essential night for jazz audiences drawn to modern, genre-crossing sounds—and for listeners seeking music with depth, nuance, and soul.
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