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Peggy's Skylight
Sunday 23 August 2026 | 2pm - 4pm
Tickets: £12.50
Following their acclaimed project A Sketch of Chet, this accomplished quartet now turn their creative energy towards honouring one of the 20th century's most influential artists - Miles Davis - a musical visionary, whose story is one of the most fascinating in 20th-century culture.
A musical visionary, whose story is one of the most fascinating in 20th-century culture, Miles Davis opened the door and led the way for countless musicians and music fans into the world of jazz.
Following their acclaimed project A Sketch of Chet, this accomplished quartet now turn their creative energy towards honouring one of the 20th century's most influential artists. Trumpeter Thom Whitworth (Djanco, Funk in Deep Freeze) completes a stellar line-up featuring Paul Deats (Me & Mr. Jones, Trio Manteca) on piano, Stevie Smith (Jazz Heritage Quintet) on drums, and Simon Paterson (Sharp Little Bones, Electric Gumbo) on bass.
Expect a captivating musical journey through Miles' ever-evolving career: from the cool swing of Four, All Blues and Flamenco Sketches, to tender ballads like It Never Entered My Mind and Stella by Starlight, through to stylish interpretations of fusion-era classics such as In a Silent Way and Tutu.
With urbane sophistication and a focus on melody and groove, these musicians, who regularly perform at Peggy's Skylight, bring this musical journey through Miles' career to life through engaging stories, compelling musical arrangements and a shared love for the incredible body of work that Miles left for us all to enjoy.
Line up:
Thom Whitworth – trumpet
Paul Deats – piano
Stevie Smith – drums
Simon Paterson – bass
| Kind of Miles – A Tribute to the Music of Miles Davis (23 Aug 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 13:00 | - 16:00 |
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