Paul Kaufman Collection (#4)

American trumpeter player Bobby Shew playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1980
American trumpet and flugelhorn player Bobby Shew playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 31 June 1980

Slim Gaillard on the piano at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986. Artist
Slim Gaillard on the piano at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986

Slim Gaillard playing his guitar at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 13 November 1986

Slim Gaillard at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986. Artist: Denis Williams
Slim Gaillard at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1986

The Nolans in concert at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 23 January 1986

Drummer Eric Delaney playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1983

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

Portrait of American singer, musician and actor Mel Torme, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Portrait of American singer, musician and actor Mel Torme, c1950s

Band members of the Eddie Condon All Stars, 1957. Artist: Denis Williams
Band members of the Eddie Condon All Stars, 1957. Left to right: Gene Schroeder (piano), Leonard Gaskin (double bass), Bob Wilber (clarinet) and Robert Cutty Cutshall (trombone)

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

Jazz legend Sidney Bechet playing the soprano saxophone at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1956

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

The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Bristol, 1958. Artist: Denis Williams
The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Bristol, 1958. Seated (left to right) are Joe Morello (drums), Dave Brubeck (piano), Paul Desmond (alto saxophone and clarinet) and Eugene Wright (bass)

The Eddie Condon All Stars on stage at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Leonard Gaskin (bass), Wild Bill Davison (cornet) and Bob Wilber (clarinet)

Dave Brubeck Quartet bassist Eugene Wright, Colston Hall, Bristol, 1958. Alongside Wright is Jean Brace, who became the photographers wife the same year

The Tubby Hayes Sextet playing at a modern jazz night at the Civic Restaurant, Bristol, 1955. Tubby Hayes (tenor saxophone), Derek Humble (alto saxophone) and Jimmy Deuchar (trumpet)

The John Cox Trio and Derek Humble playing at the Civic Restaurant, Bristol, 1955. Humble on alto saxophone, John Kloop Cox on drums and Alan Hurley on the piano. The bassist is unknown

Derek Humble playing alto saxophone at the Civic Restaurant, College Green, Bristol, 1955
Derek Humble playing alto saxophone at a modern jazz night at the Civic Restaurant, College Green, Bristol, 1955

Drummer and vocalist Mel Torme on stage at the Bristol Hippodrome, 1950s. Artist
Drummer and vocalist Mel Torme on stage at the Bristol Hippodrome, 1950s

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1957. Joe Williams on vocals and Eddie Jones on double bass

Art Themen, Dave Green, and Michael Garrick playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1981
Art Themen (saxophone), Dave Green (double bass) and Michael Garrick (piano) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 4 January 1981. Drummer Alan Jackson is hidden behind Themen

Saxophonist Art Themen playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 4 January 1981

Esmond Selwyn playing the guitar at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 22 February 1981

Ron Lohn playing the electronic organ at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 22 February 1981

Don Weller and Chris Laurence playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1980
Don Weller (saxophone) and Chris Laurence (double bass) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 October 1980

Saxophonist Don Weller playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 October 1980

Bassist Chris Laurence playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 October 1980

Michael Garrick playing the piano at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 October 1980

Derek Hogg (drums) and Bobby Wellins (saxophone) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1985
Derek Hogg (drums) and Bobby Wellins (saxophone) playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 April 1985

Saxophonist Don Rendell performing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 29 August 1982

Bill Le Sage playing the vibraphone at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 September 1982. Derek Wadsworth on trombone is just visible in the background

Saxophonists Kathy Stobart and Jimmy Skidmore at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 10 October 1982

Saxophonist Peter King playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 28 November 1982

Guitarist John Coverdale playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, January 1984

Jazz at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, January 1984. Artist: Denis Williams
Jazz at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, January 1984. Roy Williams (trombone), Clive Thacker (drums), Pete Blannin (double bass), Phil Day (saxophone) and John Coverdale (guitar)

American trumpet and flugelhorn player Art Farmer at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1983
American trumpet and flugelhorn player Art Farmer at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 11 September 1983

American trumpet and flugelhorn player Art Farmer at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1983
American trumpet and flugelhorn player Art Farmer at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 11 September 1983

Art Farmer on the flugelhorn at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 25 February 1985

Spike Robinson playing the tenor saxophone at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 11 September 1986. Pianist Ted Beament is visible on the left of the photograph

Tenor saxophonist Spike Robinson playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 11 September 1986

American jump blues singer Jimmy Witherspoon performing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 1981
American jump blues singer Jimmy Witherspoon performing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 15 June 1981

Sonny Stitt and Red Holloway playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 24 November 1980

Saxophonists Red Holloway and Sonny Stitt at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 24 November 1980

Bobby Shew playing his trumpet at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 19 May 1985

American trumpeter Bobby Shew playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 19 May 1985

Trumpeter Bobby Shew performing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 19 May 1985

Tenor saxophonist Eddie Lockjaw Davis playing at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, 12 April 1982. Bill Eyden (drums) and Jim Richardson (double bass) are visible behind Davis

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Paul Kaufman, a legendary figure in the world of jazz, has left an indelible mark on the music scene with his incredible talent and passion for the genre. From capturing iconic moments at the Newport Jazz Festival to immortalizing performances by renowned artists like McCoy Tyner and Count Basie Orchestra, Kaufman's photographs have become a testament to the power of live music. In 1978, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Ayresome Park in Middlesbrough, Paul Kaufman skillfully framed McCoy Tyner as he mesmerized audiences with his piano skills at the Newport Jazz Festival. The energy and intensity emanating from Tyner's performance were perfectly encapsulated through Kaufman's lens. Another unforgettable moment captured by Kaufman was when The Count Basie Orchestra took center stage at London's Royal Festival Hall in July 1980. The grandeur and elegance exuded by this legendary ensemble were flawlessly portrayed through Kaufman's keen eye for detail. Kaufman also had a knack for immortalizing intimate performances that showcased true musical chemistry. In 1956, Humphrey Lyttelton and Sidney Bechet graced Colston Hall in Bristol with their extraordinary talents. Through his lens, Kaufman managed to capture not only their virtuosity but also their deep connection as they created magic together on stage. One cannot talk about Paul Kaufman without mentioning his ability to capture captivating portraits of jazz icons like George Melly. On April 8th, 1983, at Hatfield's Forum Theatre, Melly commanded attention as he delivered a spellbinding performance that blended music and theatricality seamlessly. Kaufman didn't limit himself to photographing live performances; he also documented historic exhibitions showcasing jazz photography itself. In 1978, he captured the opening night of Denis Williams' exhibition at Hatfield's Forum Theatre—an event that celebrated both artistry behind and within jazz culture.