Night Train

Led by saxophonist/clarinettist Brian Sage and pianist Paul Barnum, Night Train is a superb jazz quartet complemented by the precision and driving rhythm section of Tim Walker (bass) and Jamie Smale (drums).

Performing an eclectic range of jazz genres their repertoire is based on classic tunes from greats such as Ellington, Armstrong, Sinatra, Miles, Parker, Jordan and Jobim, plus well known standards by Gershwin & Porter. Brian started playing jazz in London in the 70's and has been a judge in the South West Young Musician Of The Year for the past 3 years. Paul is an amazingly versatile musician with a sensitivity in his playing that is the bedrock of the band. James has performed in numerous stage shows and with many of Devon's best musicians, he also teaches and is a Trinity Guildhall-examiner. Tim has many years experience of performing jazz. He was a member of The Phil Palmer Quartet backing many named artistes.

The exciting interplay between the members and the diverse repertoire creates the perfect recipe for a jazz experience not to be missed.