Jazz Collection (#2)

American singer Sarah Vaughan at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981

Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1979
Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band in concert at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 7 November 1979. Also pictured are trombonists Kurt Berger and Doug Wintz

Louie Bellson and Buddy Rich at the International Drummers Association meeting at the Horseshoe pub, Tottenham Court Road, London, 1 November 1978

AL JOLSON (1886-1950). American singer. In The Jazz Singer, 1927

Pharoah Sanders, Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, London, 3 / 88. Creator: Brian O Connor
Pharoah Sanders, Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, London, 3/88

Nina Simone June 1965 Jazz singer Pictured preforming at Annies Club - on stage playing piano - Eunice Kathleen Waymon (Nina Simone), singer and songwriter

Paul Jones and Manfred Mann, West Wickham, Bromley, London, 1964. Creator: Brian Foskett
Paul Jones and Manfred Mann, West Wickham, Bromley, London, 1964

Jazz Trumpeter, American Louis Armstrong
Undated and unlocated picture of American Louis Armstrong, the jazz trumpeter whose melodic inventiveness established the central role of the improvising soloist in jazz

Louis Armstrong in Milan 1949
A picture taken 26 October 1949 in Milan shows American Louis Armstrong, the jazz trumpeter whose melodic inventiveness established the central role of the improvising soloist in jazz

Joanne Shaw Taylor, 2011. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Joanne Shaw Taylor, Bonita Blues Festival, 2011

Pat Metheney, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Pat Metheney, Gary Burton Quartet (Pat Metheny, Steve Swallow, Antonio Sanchez), Barbican, July 2011

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). Edward Kennedy Ellington. American musician and composer. Photographed, 1929

CHARLESTON, 1920s. Two American Charleston dancers

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Mari Wilson, singer pictured circa 1982. (full name Mari Macmillan Ramsay Wilson) Mari Wilson is famous for her hit singles Just What I Always Wanted, Cry Me a River

American jazz musician Louis Armstrong by a signpost in Yorskhire, pointing the way to Ilkley June 1968 P003769

Max Roach, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1996. Creator: Brian Foskett
Max Roach, Queen Elizabeth Hall, London, 1996

Oscar Peterson, Wembley Town Hall, London, 1968. Creator: Brian Foskett
Oscar Peterson, Wembley Town Hall, London, 1968

Ron Carter, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Netherlands, 2003. Creator: Brian Foskett
Ron Carter, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Netherlands, 2003

Milt Jackson, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 1997. Creator: Brian Foskett
Milt Jackson, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 1997

Oscar Peterson looking forward to dinner after a concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955
Oscar Peterson looking forward to dinner at Marcos Restaurant after a concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
The Count Basie Orchestra in concert. Sonny Payne on the drums

Cellist Zosia Jagodzinska, 2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Cellist Zosia Jagodzinska, Jasper Hoibys Phronesis, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, 2017

JOHN COLTRANE (1926-1967). American jazz saxophonist and composer. Photograph, 1962

JITTERBUGGERS, c1939. At the Savoy Ballroom, New York City

LOUIS ARMSTRONG (1900-1971). American musician. Louis Armstrongs band, the Hot Five. Photograph, c1926

Dancing Musicians
BON40546 Dancing Musicians by Scheiber, Hugo (1873-1950); Private Collection; Photo © Bonhams, London, UK; Hungarian, out of copyright

John Mayall of the Bluesbreakers, takes a nap in the band room between performances, The Flamingo Club, Wardour Street, Soho, London, in the early hours of Sunday 2nd January 1966

Jazz star Louis Armstrong meeting Yevgeny Yevtushenko 14th May 1962

Don Lusher, Bobby Lambe, Milt Bernhart, Kenton Rendevous, Egham, Surrey, 2000

Maceo Parker, 2000. Creator: Brian Foskett
Maceo Parker, American funk and soul jazz saxophonist, 2000. Best known for his work with James Brown in the 1960s

Milt Jackson, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Netherlands, 1994. Creator: Brian Foskett
Milt Jackson, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Netherlands, 1994

Bassist Spike Heatley (left) at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, December 1986

Opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams, Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Herts, 1978
Official opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1978

The Count Basie Orchestra performing at the Royal Festival Hall, London, 18 July 1980

Herbie Hancock, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Herbie Hancock Sextet with Lionel Loueke, Sage Theatre, Gateshead, November 2008

US Army Jazz Band, 1914-18 (b / w photo)
XOS937893 US Army Jazz Band, 1914-18 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); 12.7x17.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: African American jazz band during World War I at Camp Upton)

Billie Holiday (1915-1959, born Eleanora Fagan) African American jazz singer and songwriter

JAM SESSION, 1947. Jam session at a Hollywood studio: Les Paul, guitar; Joe Venuti, violin, Wingy Manone, trumpet; Candy Candido, bass; Jess Stacy, piano; Jerry Wald, clarinet; Abe Lyman, drums

Ella Fitzgerald 1955

Music fans surround a Mini "Hot Dog"van at The Isle of Wight Festival
Music fans surround a Mini " Hot Dog" van at The Isle of Wight Festival. 30th August 1969

Dexter Gordon, Marquee Club, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Dexter Gordon, Marquee Club, 1962

Ella Fitzgerald, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Ella Fitzgerald, London, 1963

Eliane Elias, Jazz Cafe, Camden, London, July 1991. Artist: Brian O Connor
Eliane Elias, Jazz Cafe, Camden, London, July 1991

Wayne Shorter, London, 1976. Artist: Brian O Connor
Wayne Shorter, London, 1976

Wynton Marsalis, Capital Jazz, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1988. Artist: Brian O Connor
Wynton Marsalis, Capital Jazz, Royal Festival Hall, London, July 1988

Miles Davis, Royal Festival Hall, London, 1989. Artist: Brian O Connor
Miles Davis, Royal Festival Hall, London, 1989. American jazz musician, trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. He was at the forefront of several major developments in jazz music, including bebop

Idris Muhammad, Ronnie Scotts, London, 1998. Artist: Brian O Connor
Idris Muhammad, Ronnie Scott s, London, 1998

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"Jazz: A Timeless Melody that Echoes Through the Decades" Immerse yourself in the soulful rhythm as we journey through its vibrant history. In 1967, Buddy Rich took London by storm with his electrifying performance, leaving audiences awestruck and craving more. Captured beautifully by Brian Foskett, this moment forever etched in time showcases the sheer brilliance of a musical genius. Fast forward to 1994 at Ronnie Scott's iconic jazz club in London, where another legend graced the stage. Brian O'Connor's artistic lens captured Ronnie Scott himself, effortlessly captivating the essence of his mesmerizing performance. The atmosphere was electric as music lovers reveled in an unforgettable night filled with pure magic. Travel back further to the enchanting streets of Harlem during the 1930s when jazz reigned supreme at the Cotton Club. This view transports us to a golden era where African American musicians defied racial barriers and created an unparalleled cultural movement that resonates even today. In 2009, Pat Martino's guitar mastery left audiences spellbound while Alan John Ainsworth skillfully immortalized this extraordinary moment on canvas. The fusion of Martino's virtuosity and Ainsworth's artistry creates a visual symphony that captures every note played with unwavering precision. Elvin Jones' drumming prowess takes center stage in Brian Foskett's photograph from circa 1968. With each beat echoing through time, Jones personifies passion and innovation - a true pioneer who pushed boundaries and revolutionized jazz percussion forever. The Newport Jazz Festival came alive in July 1978 when McCoy Tyner graced Ayresome Park in Middlesbrough with his piano wizardry. As captured by an unknown artist behind their lens, Tyner transported listeners into a world where melodies danced freely amidst cheers from captivated fans.