February & March Events

REVIEW: February 14, 2002

Marcia Escoffery & Band @ Orleans, Finsbury Park

There is nothing like two amazing vocalists jamming with a solid band! Marcia Escoffery proved that on Valentine's day as she serenaded a select crowd at Orleans Club (259-261 Seven Sisters Road, London) with original material from her forthcoming album and some old favourites like Chaka Khan's "Sweet Thing".

Randolph Matthews, her co-vocalist throughout the night, and London's answer to Al Jarreau, backed her with some inspired vocals, and took the lead spot occasionally including a rousing cover of "Outstanding".

The band, Joseph (bass and Musical Director), Philip (Drums), and Dave (guitar) were, to put it simply, sublime, and there was a guest appearance by Nii Ayikwei Parkes with some love poetry.

What I found most refreshing was that the band played through the night without a break! How rare it is to see such a hard-working ensemble in these times.

*There is jazz at Orleans every Thursday night.

Other London Venues to visit this month:

Vortex: If you are a Londoner and TRULY love jazz, you must visit Vortex as often as you can to help keep it open as it is under the threat of shut down.

PizzaExpress Jazz Club: "No Ordinary Pizza No Ordinary Jazz Club!" 10 Dean Street Soho London W1

Reservations & Information:

Telephone: 0171 439 8722
Jazz Club Manager: Peter Wallis
Doors Open at 7.45pm
Performances begin at 9pm

The 606 Club: Catch Tim Whitehead at the 606 on February 28!

Ronnie Scott’s: The famous! Visit the link for list of events.

Jazz Café: The Jazz Café is the venue for February as it has two of our favourite ladies performing. Jody Watley on 21 and 22 Feb, followed by Tania Maria on 23 and 24 Feb. Hot or What?!