Carl Raven - alto and soprano saxophone,
Mark White - alto saxophone,
Neil Crossley - tenor saxophone,
Jim Fieldhouse - baritone saxophone,
Dominic Sales - Drums
ESQ’s diverse approach to jazz standards, coupled with their own compositions and the performance of works by contemporary composers, has caught the attention of many audiences since their formation in 2001.
The quartet plays in a variety of settings, from classical recitals in concert halls to modern jazz in less formal venues. Performances across Europe include the 14th World Saxophone Congress in Slovenia, Manchester Jazz Festival, Jersey Jazz Festival, Bridgewater Hall Gala Concert and featured artists at several RNCM Saxophone Congresses.
Uniquely, the group play many of their own compositions and arrangements that feature influences from their eclectic musical background. Some of these can be heard on their acclaimed debut album released in 2002.
Recently, ESQ has begun collaborating with percussionist Dominic Sales on an exciting new musical project for sax quartet and drums. This will culminate in an album and UK tour in late 2007.
"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. " -- Diva Magazine
Hi Fellas , sounding good! Showing us how it should be done! Good to hear Jim nailing his own ridiculously tricky bari parts! As you can hear from the tunes I like to write parts for cabbages. See you on Saxassault , Andy.
hope you can make it to hear julian arguelles at the manchester jazz festival on monday 23rd july at the rncm! check out this myspace for all the details!
Sorry eclipse boys! Nice try but I'm not willing to share that information with you... Ha ha ha! Love the recordings. You need to post the Animal Hospital video on your page...Fx
