Popular across the entire spectrum of the UK scene, from Ronnie Scott’s club to major festivals (the EFG London Jazz Festival), Simon’s communicative performances are a roller-coaster ride encompassing everything from high energy bebop to lyrical balladry, the whole tied together by his signature dryly witty stage presence.

And he’s not only a gifted instrumentalist and band leader; he’s also become a champion of the music in all manner of ways, including writing a major biography of legendary British saxophonist Tubby Hayes (‘The Long Shadow of The Little Giant’), penning hundreds of accompanying notes for vintage album reissues, contributing essays to many periodicals and latterly becoming the ‘go-to’ expert of UK post-war jazz, featured in film documentaries and radio series including Jazz FM’s ‘History of British Jazz’.

He has recorded four highly-regarded albums, the latest of which,’ Dear Tubby H.’, garnered a prestigious five star review in ‘Jazzwise’ magazine.

His quartet tonight features a dynamic rhythm section showcasing UK jazz luminaries pianist Pete Billington, bassist Alec Dankworth and drummer Pete Cater.

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