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Andrew McCormack
Jazz / Classical

M Y DUO album released January 1st 2010



London, London and South East
United Kingdom

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Member Since6/20/2006
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ANDREW McCORMACK/JASON YARDE DUO

ANDREW McCORMACK TRIO:

Andrew McCormack (piano)
Phil Donkin (double bass)
Shaney Forbes (drums)



Andrew is also a member of the following bands:

KYLE EASTWOOD BAND
JEAN TOUSSAINT QUARTET
DENYS BAPTISTE QUARTET (www.denysbaptiste.com)
DENYS BAPTISTE LET FREEDOM RING!
InfluencesArt Tatum, Bud Powell, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner, Keith Jarrett and Brad Mehldau whose contributions have set the standard for jazz piano.

Alongside these are J.S. Bach and Igor Stravinsky for their towering achievements and whose ideals in music I share

Mark-Anthony Turnage for making me realise that composition is not a dead artform.

Other major influences so far:

Denys Baptiste who was crucial in opening my eyes in terms of what is out there and what I want to do; former Jazz Messenger saxophonist, Jean Toussaint who, from early on, has always encouraged me and given invaluable advice on learning the music; and my fellow Tomorrow's Warriors with whom I've covered significant musical ground. ..Logo design
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*Any enquires or pre-orders regarding the new MY Duo album, please email jason@joyandears.com
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jan 8 2010 8:00P
Yarde/McCormack Duo, Derby Jazz Derby
Jan 15 2010 8:00P
M Y Duo @ Wakefield Jazz Wakefield
Jan 16 2010 8:00P
M Y Duo @ Turner Sims Southampton
Jan 19 2010 8:00P
LSO St Lukes w Jason Yarde Acoustic Bombastic + M Y Duo London
Feb 12 2010 8:00P
M Y Duo @ The Tunnels Bristol
Mar 2 2010 8:00P
M Y Duo @ The Stables Milton Keynes

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   About Andrew McCormack
WINNER OF THE BBC JAZZ AWARD FOR RISING STAR 2006!

Music Critics Guide to Rising Stars of 2006: **** Andrew McCormack - Most impressive. Compositions show a simple, direct and accessible way with themes. Dips into atmospheric Keith Jarrett-ish territory, skittery M-Base rhythms and pretty hymnal melodies with a fierce harmonic intelligence. TIMEOUT

Set to become a dynamic force on the young UK jazz scene. A quietly clever, but remarkably accessible release. BLUE & SOUL

**** Another star emerges on this discerning UK label. An impressive representation of modern, tough and rigorous UK jazz. An intrepid pianist on the Herbie side of contemporary. Not a note is wasted. Excitement and economy in hypnotising balance. MOJO

One of the most exciting talents on the UK jazz scene. His debut album, Telescope, does not disappoint. Ultimately this is an album where you do not have to hit the skip button. STRAIGHT NO CHASER

*** Part of the Dune stable of edgy young players, McCormack sweeps to the front of the pack with his debut as leader. His debut recording has a cerebral kick to it but its more than just a brain busting rush. Veers from Debussy-like solo piano, through sweetly exquisite gospel balladry, to lopsided classical themes over an understated break beat. JAZZWISE

Panufnik LSO workshop

**** Swings hard, with a spiky, rhythmically adventurous punch to his playing whilst the beautiful miniature of Invention is as soft and sensitive as one could wish for. This album will more than do. INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

As capable of arranging a deft horn-riffing backdrop for a market-driven novelty artist as he is of delivering a classic Herbie Hancockish acoustic improvisation. Telescope launches that highly personal window on the new world of 21st-century piano-trio music. THE GUARDIAN GUIDE

**** A mature and intelligent approach. He integrates a diverse range of styles, from classic swing through to thoroughly contemporary, ensuring this is a multi-faceted but carefully focussed introduction to his self-composed music. THE SCOTSMAN

*** The album shows their mastery of grooves that also swing. McCormack shows great potential for harmonic and compositional innovation. THE GUARDIAN

Represents a fascinating meeting point between piano-trio jazz, sharp-end classical music, and current urban sounds. A step up toward the power UK keyboard force McCormack has long promised to be. JAZZ UK

McCormack's new CD, Telescope is well worth the wait. JAZZWISE


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Kehinde

Kehinde Gbolade



Dec 2 2009 9:12 AM

Hi was great listening to you (& watching you play the piano!) on Thursday in Leeds. Truly beautiful music.
Jean-Philippe ICHARD

Jean-Philippe ICHARD



Nov 27 2009 7:14 PM

Hi!

Thanks for your friendship

Greetings from PARIS

Jean-Philippe

Lucy Railton (cello)

Lucy Railton (cello)



Oct 31 2009 11:20 PM

Hey! COME AND CELEBRATE OUR 1ST BIRTHDAY!! it's only 5 quid!
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Lucy Railton (cello)

Lucy Railton (cello)



Sep 13 2009 3:08 PM

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Jackie Green

Jackie Green



Sep 13 2009 3:07 PM

Hello!

I just wanted to say Thank You
for adding me and for taking the
time to check me out. Your support
is appreciated
Kathleen Kruze and Friends

Kathleen Kruze and Friends



Jun 26 2009 9:24 AM

Hi Andrew, So nice meeting you here! I love Myspace for bringing musicians together from all over the world...Music truly is a Universal Language!

Best to you~
Kathleen
Hidrasur

Hidrasur



Jun 26 2009 9:24 AM

Beautiful music to draw in the water and in air ...... regards from the south....
Lucy Railton (cello)

Lucy Railton (cello)



Apr 19 2009 8:23 AM

KAMMER KLANG NUMERO 6! HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT!

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Dan-Robin Matthies

Dan-Robin Matthies



Feb 25 2009 10:12 AM

hi andrew,

superb compositions you've got here.
really like "modern innocence".
and great playing on the trio tracks, man.

all the best
rob
Lucy Railton (cello)

Lucy Railton (cello)



Feb 11 2009 12:23 PM

KK5 it is here!

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Janette Mason

Janette Mason



Jan 24 2009 7:48 PM

You’re invited…

ALIEN LEFT HAND

The eagerly awaited follow up to
Din and Tonic


By Janette Mason.


CD LAUNCH

Wednesday, 28 January 2009 7:30PM
606 Club
90 Lots Road, Chelsea, London SW10
www. 606club. co. uk
+44 (0)20 7352 5953

The Janette Mason Trio - with an acoustic lineup featuring Asaf Sirkis on Drums and Dudley Phillips on Bass, plus special guests. Not to be missed!!

(Look…I know it’s a Wednesday night…come straight from work and have a few drinks. It would be great to see you!!)

Happy New Year!!!!

Janette

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Click HERE for more info or to purchase.

Alien Left Hand -- What the critics say:

"At last a follow up to Janette Mason's sparkling debut as leader. Alien Left Hand ....was well worth the wait…” Production **** Performance**** -- BBC Music Magazine

“…an album fizzing with fresh ideas and delights, an exhilarating musical journey .. with brilliantly original writing and inspired playing…” -- Helen Mayhew

"Every track from the rhythmic ‘NY Cab Ride’ and restless ‘4 Wheel Drive’ to the brooding ‘Mae’s Song’ has a terrific hook but it’s the way Mason switches tempo and moods that makes ALH great fun.
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-- Diva Magazine

CD Available 26 January 2009
Carl Eichman

Carl Eichman



Jan 2 2009 5:33 AM

Wishing you all the best in 2009.
Hope it's a great one!
Aldwin Johnson

Aldwin Johnson



Jan 1 2009 3:01 AM

Wishing you a wonderful new year and every success in 2009
JAZZ ON THE ROAD

JAZZ ON THE ROAD



Dec 8 2008 4:44 PM

JAZZ ON THE ROAD
Christmas Party Special
Thursday 18th December 2008
at The Old Queens Head
44 Essex Road, London N1

Live: Drugstore Cowboy
Jazz Dance: Maki & Kola (Jazzcotech Dancers)
Resident DJ: Koichi Sakai, Kay Suzuki
Guest DJ: Nostalgia77

Check out the last month performance with Snowboy's special interview on youtube:


RSVP for 5GBP guest list
Orla Murphy

Orla Murphy



Nov 16 2008 2:50 PM

Thanks for the add - great playing...Orla
musicsoup

musicsoup



Nov 12 2008 7:04 PM

Thanks for the add! great music

best regards
m.s.
JAZZ ON THE ROAD

JAZZ ON THE ROAD



Nov 9 2008 8:41 PM

JAZZ ON THE ROAD
Thursday 20th November 2008
at The Old Queens Head
44 Essex Road, London N1

Live: Drugstore Cowboy
Guest singer: Brenden Reilly
Jazz Dance: Maki & Kola (Jazzcotech Dancers)
Resident DJ: Koichi Sakai, Kay Suzuki
Guest DJ: Snowboy

Check out the last month performance on youtube:

RSVP for 5GBP guest list
Ludmila Yurina composer

Ludmila Yurina composer



Oct 30 2008 2:43 PM

Thank you for support!
www.trackbytrack.de

www.trackbytrack.de



Sep 1 2008 6:49 AM

Have a wonderful day, my friend

best regards
Gordon
JAZZ ON THE ROAD

JAZZ ON THE ROAD



Aug 17 2008 6:19 PM

JAZZ ON THE ROAD
Thursday 21st August 2008
at The Old Queens Head
44 Essex Road
London, N1
GUEST SINGER
Natalie Williams
GUEST DJ
Hugo Mendez
Check out the video from launch party on youtube


Please send message for £5 guest list by Wednesday 20th August
George Panda Jnr

George Panda Jnr



Aug 15 2008 8:52 AM

Many thanks for the "add", music sounding great, fresh and exciting!
Carl Eichman

Carl Eichman



Jul 23 2008 3:01 AM

Hope all is well & enjoying the summer.
Have a good one!

-c
JAZZ ON THE ROAD

JAZZ ON THE ROAD



Jul 12 2008 2:18 PM

Thursday 17th July 2008
Launch Party at The Old Queens Head
44 Essex Road N1, Tube: Angel
Please reply for £5 list
JOHN BLEASE

JOHN BLEASE



Jun 26 2008 12:47 AM

Hi mate, good to see you on here. Great everything on the bladerunner gig, defs wanna do more of that soon. Hope to see you soon man, was good to have a laugh and play again.
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Jun 12 2008 5:57 PM

Really great sounds Andrew !
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