FreeMonk
We are delighted to welcome the return of Xhosa Cole following his stand-out gig in 2023. He celebrates the compositions of pianist Thelonious Monk. FreeMonk explores, abstracts and collages Monk’s compositions, breaking his music out of convention and breathing new life into these timeless tunes. Joining Cole are some of the finest improvising musicians in the UK: Pat Thomas on piano, Josh Vadivello on bass and Tim Giles on drums.
‘It is the highly gifted Xhosa Cole who is currently making most waves…Cole has the rich expressive range and technical skills that characterise significant soloists’ – The Guardian
Xhosa Cole Tenor
Pat Thomas Piano
Josh Vadiveloo Bass
Tim Giles Drums
