Derek Nash Acoustic Quartet plus special guest Martin Shaw

Known for his energetic and charismatic performances and his appearances with Jools Holland, Derek Nash has long been a favourite at Watermill Jazz.

His music is full of good vibes and upbeat grooves, tempered by the occasional reflective and romantic interlude.Tonight, Derek brings his Acoustic Quartet to Dorking, with popular trumpet player Martin Shaw as special guest.

This formidable team of musicians will be performing swinging melodic jazz including unique arrangements of jazz standards and some of Dereks own compositions.

Expect selections from the bands five albums including Joyriding which won album of the year at the British Jazz Awards in 2012.Derek Nash soprano, alto, tenor & baritone sax, Martin Shaw trumpet, David Newton piano, Geoff Gascoyne double bass, Sebastiaan de Krom - drums