The Latin Jazz scene in Bristol has really blossomed over the last 10 years and now we have a new grouping, attempting to take the sound in a more expansive direction.
Back in the 90s, Bristol had small pockets of Latin music. More recently with some Latino musicians moving to Bristol, specialist workshops for Latin music and the upsurge of people learning Latin Dance in classes; new bands have emerged.
Jazz pianist Jim Blomfield is recognised as leading Latin player, with a distinctive Afro-Cuban style, Jim has now formed this newly evolved sextet, emerging from those larger bands. Saoco Collective is aiming to build on the work already established and free up the potential of this sound.
With a core rhythm section of Jim Blomfield (Piano), ‘Tosh’ Wijetunge (Bass), Jon Clarke (Drums) and Jason Gaines (Congas) setting the tempo, the band is fronted by the fiery Jonny Bruce on Trumpet and new local Sax’ star Martin Kern – the perfect soundtrack for an evening of dancing and togetherness!
Presented by Jazzata
Format: Unreserved seating
Age: All ages (Under 16s accompanied by an adult)
Doors: 19.15
Start: 20.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
About Lantern Hall
Bristol’s home of dazzling new music
Seating plans
Seating plans
Lantern Hall is a performance space with a flat floor that can be used in a seated or standing format. To find out more detail about our seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas, view our seating plan page.
Venue information
Venue information
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The venue
Lantern Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Lantern Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are available within the first 10 rows on the flat floor of the Hall.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in rows AA-J on the flat floor are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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