Mike Gibbs & The Conservatoire Jazz Orchestra

Gibbs' music is full of intriguing inner detail that does not deflect from the ultimate destiny of his pieces.

Mike Gibbs is one of the most influential composers of the last 50 years. He has worked with many of the leading lights of the music world including Pat Metheny,John McLaughlin,John Scofield,Michael Mantler,Mike Stern,Joni Mitchell,Whitney Houston and Peter Gabriel. He has always been eclectic in his musical tastes and his work has spanned many genres.

His work derives from many and diverse sources-rock,pop,jazz,classical. His ability to draw on these influences and his skills as a big band arranger are legendary.

BBC Music Magazine Tonight's performance will be the launch of a UK tour for the Conservatoire Jazz Orchestra, who are delighted to welcome Mike Gibbs as a special guest, and to acknowledge his role as a recipient of the Honorary Fellowship, his contributions as a visiting compostion tutor and to celebrate his 70th birthday.

Venue: Adrian Boult Hall - Venue Information

Cost: £6.00 Concessions: £4.00