The James Lockwood Trio

The James Lockwood Trio specialises in the music of the Bebop Era from 1940 to 1955, and showcases compositions from the pens of Charlie Parker, Fats Navarro, Bud Powell, and many other renowned musicians of Jazz’ golden age. Featuring a diverse selection of better- and lesser-known musical gems, audiences are treated to a rich musical tapestry of melodic interplay and deft rhythmic sophistication enjoyable for jazz afficionados and regular audiences alike. Each member of the James Lockwood Trio is an experienced and professional musician, ensuring consistent and refined musical excellence suitable for live-music venues, restaurants, weddings, festivals, corporate spaces, and special events. Presenting cool sophistication and an elegant, sartorial demeanour, The James Lockwood Trio brings a polished elegance to every performance, and is sure to raise the occasion for audiences and deftly compliment any venue or event. The inclusion of high-quality live music constitutes a significant value-add for any venue or event by enriching the experience of audience members by providing a unique experience reminiscent of old-school speakeasys and high-end restaurants The James Lockwood Trio features a unique combination of upright bass and dual guitars, allowing it to accommodate the space of any restaurant, performance venue, or event space. This open sounding, spacious format emphasises the melodic and rhythmic interplay of the three instruments, all the while creating a listenable, engaging musical texture for audiences of any inclination. In addition to performing as an instrumental group, The James Lockwood Trio regularly collaborates with vocalist Emma Gilmartin to explore the rich vocal tradition of the Bebop Era. The inclusion of a vocalist creates an engaging and familiar musical tapestry for audiences, and is available on request for venues or event organisers seeking to increase the accessibility of a performance for their audience. Other ensemble for