EFG London Jazz Festival presents… Dave Storey Trio

This fine trio is led by the dynamic London-based drummer Dave Storey, alongside two of the most in demand UK musicians James Allsopp and Conor Chaplin. Whether in the form of a soothing ballad or a furious up-tempo tune, the trio brings their unique and captivating sound to an old tradition.

Dave studied at the Royal Academy of Music with many influential drummers such as Gene Calderazzo, Martin France, Jeff Williams and Jim Hart. This led him on to record and gig with many of the UK’s top jazz artists, including pianist Ivo Neame, Chris Batchelor, Hannes Riepler and guitarist Mike Outram. He also plays in some of the finest up-and-coming groups, regularly performing at top UK venue’s such as Ronnie Scott’s and The Vortex.

This dynamic trio will be completed by two of London’s finest and most in demand players, James Allsopp and Conor Chaplin who bring a wealth of experience through years of playing with many of the world’s top musicians such as Kenny Wheeler, Django Bates, Stan Sulzmann and Iain Ballamy.

James Allsopp – tenor saxophone

Conor Chaplin – double bass

Dave Storey – drums