Orpheus Arts Jazz Series

Suitable for young adults from 11 years upwards.

The Antidote’ is an exciting young contemporary jazz quintet, featuring leading lights of the UK scene. Brainchild of bassist Matt Ridley, the music is firmly rooted within the contemporary jazz discipline, and also emanates both rock overtones and classical influences, evolved from decades of genuine passion for music. Matt inhabits his own space within the creative diaspora, being able to navigate a broad spectrum of inspirations and transform them into a vibrant and exciting sound.

 

One of the strongest releases by homegrown jazz talent in 2021'

Editors Choice, Jazzwise Magazine

'His assuredness shines through in this set of taut, modernist originals, and his band are engaged and supportive'

BBC Music Magazine

'This bass player has something to say, and, by God, he's going to say it'

Downbeat Magazine

'It’s both Ridley’s excellent usage of his collaborators and his penchant for melody that is undoubtedly the main appeal of his music'

Recording of the Week, Presto Music

'A highly listenable melding of electric instruments and elegant composition'

London Jazz News

Rear entrance, with disabled access, off North Street PE9 2ZS.

We have a small car park at the rear; nearby public car parks on North Street & Scotgate are free on Sundays & in the evenings.