Mike Hall’s ‘Boplicity’

Phil Nicholas (trumpet), Simon Lodge (trombone), Helena Summerfield (alto saxophone/ clarinet/ flute), Mike Hall (tenor saxophone/ clarinet), Debbie Hall (baritone saxophone), Dan Whieldon (piano), Ben Wiltshire (double bass), Eryl Roberts (drums)

Steeped in the West Coast Jazz tradition, this five horn front line group—which includes guitar, doubles bass and drums, specialises in the classic ensemble works of the cool jazz repertoire, including pieces from the Dave Pell Octet, Gerry Mulligan, and early Miles Davis, as well as more recent numbers.