Join Sheffield Jazz for an evening with Matt Carmichael.
A frequent award winner and a finalist in the 2020 BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year competition, Matt is a rising star in the burgeoning Scottish jazz scene and one of its leading voices.
Matt draws inspiration from the dramatic moods and expansiveness of Scotland’s coastal imagery. His jazz background brings a unique focus on the country’s folk tradition. His band, still in their early 20s, have played together for many years and built a unique chemistry together. Expect a captivating blend of lyrical jazz with a focus on melody and collective improvisation from a standout artist.
“Like Charles Lloyd and Abdullah Ibrahim, Carmichael has the gift of uplift in his music”‘ – BBC Music Magazine.