We're delighted to welcome back Saxophone Supremo Vasilis to the Live at Dawkes stage after his sold-out gigs in the Summer of 2022 and 2023. 

Vasilis and Paul began playing together 20 years ago when both relocated to West London to study. Originally from Greece, Vasilis had just finished studying at Berklee College in the US, while Paul had moved South from the Northeast of England. In the intervening years, they’ve played numerous gigs together, releasing their debut album in 2016, A Narrow Escape, to critical acclaim.

With Joel Barford (drums) and Adam King (double bass), their latest recording features original music inspired by the theme of ‘home’…home in this sense, represents not only the many places they’ve both lived but also the people they’ve known along the way.

“Rooted in the jazz tradition, this is music that's eclectic, groove-based and fundamentally melodic. Including elements of hard bop, Latin jazz, gospel and even folk, there are nods to Dexter Gordon, Stanley Turrentine, John Coltrane, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Bill Evans, Brad Mehldau, McCoy Tyner and more besides. This is honest music full of emotions, inspired and unified around the central theme of ‘home’.”

“Feels Like Home” ★★★★

Jazzwise magazine Editor’s Choice June 2024

Band Line Up

• Vasilis Xenopoulos Saxophones and Flute
• Paul Edis Piano
• John Williamson Double Bass
• Billy Pod Drums
  
  

About This Event

Our beautifully redesigned new premises have been created to provide a comfortable, stylish, and unique environment where you can enjoy the magic of live music. Our state-of-the-art sound and lighting system ensures an exceptional audio-visual experience. Additionally, our permanent on-site bar offers a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cold and hot drinks.

• Pre-Booking Required | £18/£15 per person
• Bar Service available (soft & alcoholic)
• Doors open at 2.40 pm

Refunds/Cancellations

• All sales are non-refundable. If the event is rescheduled, all purchases will be honoured for the next event date. If you cannot attend the event, you may transfer your purchase to another person. If the event is cancelled, all purchases will be refunded in full.