Hailed as “bold and stylistically varied” by ‘The Modernist’ with Cas Castle on PBS FM, Ben Wilcock’s latest album ‘The River Tethys’ includes a harmonious mix of contemporary takes on jazz standards and original melodies.

The Ben Wilcock Quartet will play for Tauranga Musica on Sunday, August 6 from 4pm at the Graham Young Youth Theatre, Tauranga Boys’ College on Cameron Rd.

The concept of this concert is based on interconnecting old and new worlds, both musically and through the lens of science fiction. The programme includes original compositions as well as reworked traditional jazz standards which fit the narrative.

Audiences can expect to hear impressive improvisations and refreshing arrangements of classics such as 1930s show tune Star Eyes and Dizzy Gillespie’s Groovin’ High.

Accomplished pianist Ben Wilcock is a regular judge of the Youth Jazz competition that runs alongside the Tauranga Jazz Festival. He is joined by the talented Tristan Carter on violin, Dan Yeabsley on double bass, and award-winning drummer John Rae.

When these renowned Wellington musicians come together as an ensemble, they deliver the most dynamic voice and melodic clarity with jewel like compositions, whilst staying true to their jazz roots.

The Ben Wilcock Quartet play for Tauranga Musica on Sunday, August 6, at the Graham Young Youth Centre. Tickets cost $30 for members, and $45 for non-members.

For tickets, visit: www.tgamusica.co.nz

The Weekend Sun has one double pass to see The Ben Wilcock Quartet play for Tauranga Musica on August 6 for one lucky reader who can tell us where Ben Wilcock is a regular adjudicator?

Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competition section. Entries must be received by Tuesday, August 2.