Cafe Yukari Richmond

Review of Alban Claret & Terence Collie - Jazz on the Plaza

Very enjoyable evening in the elegant surroundings of Cafe Yukari. Consistently brilliant guitar picking from the excellent French ex-pat supported by ever-reliable Terence on the beautiful Fazioli piano. Nice variety of material ranging from post-bop (my favourites) such as Duke Pearson's Jeannine and George Coleman's Amsterdam After Dark, through classics such as Easy To Remember, Tenor Madness, It Could Happen To You, Tangerine and the slightly controversial Wives and Lovers, to charming ballads including Beautiful Love featuring veteran Mood Indigo songstress Janet McC. What's not to like ?!

Review of Alban Claret & Terence Collie - Jazz on the Plaza

Terence Collie and Alban Claret related brilliantly musically. Alban’s bass comping on guitar freed up Terence Collie for impressive 16-note lyrical and varied rhythmic-patterned soloing lines. Alban’s guitar solos were lyrical and sensuous. Beautiful duo playing. Lovely choice of tunes. Cafe Yukari a perfect venue!

Review of Jazz on the Plaza

Another highly enjoyable evening at the Cafe Yukari with the Mood Indigo team. Chris Hodgkins on trumpet with some great tunes and anecdotes, accompanied by Esther on bass and Terence on piano, and an interlude from guest vocalist Kelly! Great atmosphere and brilliant jazz.