“music of a more poetic tomorrow” (Sydney Morning Herald)

Take an intimate look into the hymns of the English Tudor composer Thomas Tallis through the musical kaleidoscope of four of Australia’s most accomplished jazz musicians. 

Proving to be a work almost beyond classification, Bearing the Bell is the critically acclaimed and rarely performed project by Freedman Fellow (2003) and alto saxophonist Andrew Robson.

Set against the striking sanctuary of the St Stephen’s Church, the work features elements of Tallis’ original pieces infused with Andrew’s rich and original jazz language, swaying from individual solo statements to sublime ensemble passages performed by Australian’s most distinguished jazz artists. More information visit SIMA's website

Andrew Robson (saxophone) Sandy Evans (saxophone) James Greening (trombone) Steve Elphick (bass)

60 mins (no interval)

About Andrew Robson

Andrew Robson has emerged as one of Australia’s most vital saxophonists garnering critical acclaim for his and his work with his own Trio and ARIA award-winning world music group MARA! In addition, Andrew was invited to replace the then retiring jazz legend and now late Bernie McGann in the distinguished Australian jazz ensemble Ten Part Invention. Andrew composes extensively for all projects in which he is involved.

Listen to Andrew's Trio with guests Sandy Evans and James Greening here