HIGHWALK is a trio of musicians who met whilst postgraduate students at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and quickly found an affinity with one another, performing widely at events around London. Initially getting together to play jazz standards, a shared interest in other styles led to the three experimenting with soul, R&B and more contemporary tunes, leading on to original compositions. Despite studying jazz together, all three have extensive backgrounds in other musical areas which they bring into their collective playing, fusing melodic improvisation with a contemporary approach to groove and sound textures. In August 2015, HIGHWALK spent a week studying and playing with Andy Sheppard, Martin France and Steve Lodder at the Dartington International Summer School, as well as developing new music for silent film with composer and pianist Neil Brand. Over the next year Highwalk are writing and recording new material for a debut release.
As well as performing their own material, HIGHWALK is also experienced in corporate and private events, working as the JAMES BRADY TRIO. Performing, sophisticated and swinging instrumental jazz and fresh takes on timeless soul favourites from a classic combo of trumpet, guitar and acoustic or electric bass, the JAMES BRADY TRIO creates a high-class atmosphere during drinks receptions, dinners or as after-dinner entertainment. Our clients have included Rothschild, TfL, ING Bank, The Royal Exchange and the Leverhulme Trust. Click here (audio) and here (list) for a small sample of what we play. With notice, we’re happy to consider special requests.
As well as performing their own material, HIGHWALK is also experienced in corporate and private events, working as the JAMES BRADY TRIO. Performing, sophisticated and swinging instrumental jazz and fresh takes on timeless soul favourites from a classic combo of trumpet, guitar and acoustic or electric bass, the JAMES BRADY TRIO creates a high-class atmosphere during drinks receptions, dinners or as after-dinner entertainment. Our clients have included Rothschild, TfL, ING Bank, The Royal Exchange and the Leverhulme Trust. Click here (audio) and here (list) for a small sample of what we play. With notice, we’re happy to consider special requests.