The Sports Ground, Woodbridge RoadGuildfordGU1 4RP (map)
The Alexandra Ridout Quartet has been formed thoughtfully with musicians who are each young prominent voices on the buzzing New York contemporary jazz scene. They beautifully capture Alexandra’s views of life and music as seen through the lens of her compelling compositions. The music aims to bring together Alexandra’s diverse musical background and influences with counterpoint and artistic interplay at the forefront.
UK born multi award winner Alexandra Ridout is a trumpeter, bandleader, composer and educator based in Harlem NYC. At only 26 years old Alexandra is already one of the most talented young trumpet players on the international scene. Since winning the UK’s prestigious BBC Young Jazz Musician in 2016 she was catapulted into a busy high-profile career and has been captivating audiences ever since.
Her awards include the British Jazz Awards “Rising Star” 2018, Keep an Eye International Jazz Awards “Best Soloist” 2023, 2nd place at the esteemed Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet competition 2023 and most recently the Next Jazz Legacy 2025 Award through New Music USA.
The remaining three members of the Quartet all have impressive credentials, performing and recording with world class artists including Bill Frisell, Sullivan Fortner, Linda May Han Oh, Ethan Iverson, Joel Ross, Gilad Hekselman and Walter Smith III:
Featuring Yvonne Rogers – Piano, Simón Willson – Double bass and David Sirkis - Drums
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Pre gig menu from Mandira’ KItchen, cabaret seating, licensed bar
Tickets from www.guildfordjazz.org.uk
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