Bandleader Collection (#4)

Billy Butterfield and Tony Scott, Pizza Express, London, 1981. Artist: Brian O Connor
Billy Butterfield, American band leader, jazz trumpeter, flugelhornist and cornetist with Tony Scott, American jazz clarinetist and arranger, Pizza Express, London, 1981

George Coleman, Bass Clef, Hoxton Square, London, 1986. Artist: Brian O Connor
George Coleman, Bass Clef, Hoxton Square, London, 1986. American hard bop saxophonist, bandleader, and composer, known largely for his work with Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock in the 1960s

Lionel Hampton, Knebworth, 1982. Artist: Brian O Connor
Lionel Hampton, Knebworth, 1982. Hampton was an American jazz vibraphonist, pianist, percussionist, bandleader and actor

Art Blakey, London, 1983. Artist: Brian O Connor
Art Blakey, London, 1983. Art Blakey also known as Abdullah Ibn Buhaina was an American jazz drummer and bandleader

Barber Chris, Kenny Ball and Aker Bilk, London, 1980. Artist: Brian O Connor
Chris Barber, jazz bandleader and trombonist, Kenny Ball, bandleader and trumpet palyer, and Acker Bilk, jazz clarinetist and vocalist, London, 1980

John McLaughlin, jazz guitarist, bandleader and composer, London, 1976. Artist: Brian O Connor
John McLaughlin, jazz guitarist, bandleader and composer, London, 1976

Billy Butterfield, Pizza Express, Dean St, London, 1981. Artist: Brian O Connor
Billy Butterfield, Pizza Express, Dean St, London, 1981.Butterfield was a band leader, jazz trumpeter, flugelhornist and cornetist

Art Blakey, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1973. Artist: Brian O Connor
Art Blakey, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1973. Art Blakey also known as Abdullah Ibn Buhaina was an American jazz drummer and bandleader

Terence Blanchard, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex
Terence Blanchard, American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer, arranger, and film score composer, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex

Jools Holland, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex. Artist: Brian O Connor
Jools Holland, British pianist, bandleader, singer, composer and television presenter at Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde, East Sussex

Gillespie Dizzy, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1985. Artist: Brian O Connor
Dizzy Gillespie, American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and singer, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1985. Gillespie is regarded as one of the greatest jazz trumpeters of all time

Dizzy Gillespie, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1985. Artist: Brian O Connor
Dizzy Gillespie, American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer and singer, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1985. Gillespie is regarded as one of the greatest jazz trumpeters of all time

Chris Barber, Dorking Halls, Dorking, Surrey. Artist: Brian O Connor
Chris Barber, British jazz musician, Dorking Halls, Dorking, Surrey. Barber is best known as a bandleader and trombonist

Portrait of Count Basie, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Portrait of Count Basie

American bandleader Stan Kenton giving an interview, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
American bandleader Stan Kenton giving an interview, c1950s

American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
American guitarist and banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s

Jack Teagardens band in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Artist: Denis Williams
Jack Teagardens band in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. On stage behind bandleader and trombonist Teagarden are Earl Hines (piano), Max Kaminsky (trumpet), Cozy Cole (drums)

Trombonist and bandleader Jack Teagarden on stage at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957

Portrait of American guitarist an banjo player Eddie Condon, 1950s

Portrait of American pianist Earl Fatha Hines, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Portrait of American pianist Earl Fatha Hines, 1950s

Portrait of Count Basie, 1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Portrait of Count Basie, 1950s

The Lionel Hampton Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1956. Hampton watching tenor saxophonist Eddie Chamblee perform a solo

Joe Loss (left) on stage with his orchestra at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986
Dance band leader Joe Loss (left) on stage with his orchestra at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 2 May 1986

Don Lusher playing the trombone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1983
Don Lusher, trombonist and leader of the Ted Heath Orchestra, playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1983

Dance band leader Joe Loss (left) on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986
Dance band leader Joe Loss (left) on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 2 May 1986

Don Lusher and John Dankworth, London, 1985. Artist: Denis Williams
Don Lusher, trombonist and leader of the Ted Heath Orchestra, and saxophonist John Dankworth, London, 1985

Lita Roza and Don Lusher, singer and bandleader of the Ted Heath Orchestra. Artist
Lita Roza and Don Lusher, singer and bandleader of the Ted Heath Orchestra

Don Lusher, trombonist and bandleader of the Ted Heath Orchestra. Artist: Denis Williams
Don Lusher, trombonist and bandleader of the Ted Heath Orchestra

Dennis Matthews, Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, 1979
Dennis Matthews, Managing Director of Crescendo International, with Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, July 1979

Lionel Hampton at the Newport Jazz Festival, Ayresome Park, Middlesbrough, July 1978

Drummer Ronnie Verrell and the Sound of 17 Big Band at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Herts, 1991
Ronnie Verrell on drums with the Sound of 17 Big Band at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 22 December 1991. Bandleader Dick Esmond conducts

Roy Haynes, London. Artist: Brian O Connor
Roy Haynes, American jazz drummer and bandleader, London. Haynes is among the most recorded drummers in jazz, and has played in a wide range of styles ranging from swing and bebop to jazz fusion

Roy Haynes, Ronnie Scotts, London. Artist: Brian O Connor
Roy Haynes, American jazz drummer and bandleader, Ronnie Scott s, London. Haynes is among the most recorded drummers in jazz

Johnny Griffin, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales. Artist: Brian O Connor
Johnny Griffin, American bop and hard bop tenor saxophonist, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales

Johnny Griffin, Ronnie Scotts, London. Artist: Brian O Connor
Johnny Griffin, American bop and hard bop tenor saxophonist, Ronnie Scott s, London

Chris Barber, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales. Artist: Brian O Connor
Chris Barber, British jazz musician, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales. Barber is best known as a bandleader and trombonist

Count Basie and Lena Horne at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979

Count Basie and Illinois Jacquet meet up on stage at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, 1979
Count Basie and Illinois Jacquet meet up on stage at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, July 1979

Count Basie reading a copy of Crescendo magazine at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979

Count Basie at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979. Artist: Denis Williams
Count Basie at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979

Freddie Green and Count Basie at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979. Artist
Freddie Green and Count Basie at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, 1979

Count Basie chatting with Illinois Jacquet at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, July 1979

Count Basie and Illinois Jacquet at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, London, July 1979

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"Bandleader: Capturing the Rhythm and Soul of Music Through Time" Step into a world where music takes center stage, guided by legendary bandleaders who shaped the course of jazz history. In 1960, Brian Foskett immortalized the Miles Davis Quintet, capturing their electrifying performance that still resonates today. The trumpet virtuoso's revolutionary sound echoed through his soulful melodies. Fast forward to 2000, Maynard Ferguson mesmerizes audiences with his powerful trumpet solos, as captured by Foskett once again. Ferguson's energetic performances left no doubt about his mastery of the instrument and his ability to captivate listeners. In 1984, at Ronnie Scotts in London, Art Blakey commanded attention with his dynamic drumming skills. Brian O'Connor skillfully depicted this iconic moment when Blakey led his band in an unforgettable night of improvisation and groove. The magic continued in 1967 when Count Basie graced the stage in Chatham, Kent. Foskett's lens froze time as Basie effortlessly conducted his orchestra with elegance and precision. The Ray Ellington Quartet brought joyous rhythms to life wherever they performed. Their infectious energy radiated from every note played during their memorable shows. Miles Davis returned to London's Royal Festival Hall in 1989 for another groundbreaking performance captured by Brian O'Connor. His enigmatic presence on stage showcased why he was considered one of the greatest innovators in jazz history. Harry Bence enchanted audiences at Hatfield's Forum Theatre with enchanting saxophone melodies that transported listeners into a world filled with emotion and passion. Foskett once again transports us back to Hammersmith in 1967 when Miles Davis Quintet took center stage yet again. Their synergy created an atmosphere charged with creativity and musical brilliance. Duke Ellington Band mesmerized crowds at Finsbury Park Astoria in 1963.