Elliot Galvin is a long-time trailblazer in the UK jazz scene with four solo albums that have seen him top album of the year lists at the likes of Downbeat and Jazzwise, as well as being a member of the Mercury nominated Dinosaur, and collaborating with Shabaka Hutchings, Emma-Jean Thackray, Norma Winstone, Marius Neset, and Mark Lockheart.

Hello friends. We’re back with Brilliant Corners number 13…unlucky for NONE!

It’s also the 30^th anniversary of Moving on Music, would you believe. We’d just like to say a big thank you for all the support we’ve had throughout the years in helping us get to this milestone. We’ve another year of sensational music planned and a few little surprises along the way, so keep an eye out!

“UK Jazz Act of the Year” and “Vocalist of the Year” at the 2022 Jazz FM Awards, Georgia Cécile is leading the new wave of UK jazz crossover artists. Raised in Glasgow’s vibrant music scene and inspired by her grandfather, a renowned pianist, Georgia draws influence from legends like Nina Simone and Stevie Wonder, lending retro soul-jazz with modern R&B influences like D’Angelo and Lianne La Havas. Her music is rich in storytelling and possesses soulful, emotional depth.

Niels Broos and Jamie Peet are two child prodigy musicians, hailing from The Netherlands. Niels started playing keys at the age of four, and Jamie was behind the drumkit at 5. Both have their signature sound and style, which have forged them as two of the most influential musicians in Europe today. The duo was brought together on stage for the first time by Mondriaan Jazz Festival in 2017. Since then, Niels and Jamie have performed globally to rave reviews.

The multi award winning Ulster Youth Jazz Orchestra was formed in 1993 after a series of workshops held at the Crescent Arts Centre by Ken Jordan. The Ulster Youth Jazz Orchestra is made up of some of the best young musicians in Northern Ireland and this present ensemble is one of the best incarnations of the band led by Paul O’Reilly.

It’s great to have the UYJO back. A perfect afternoon of music.

Composer Ed Bennett presents a new incarnation of his renowned Decibel Ensemble to premiere a new commission ‘All Earth Once Drowned’ with texts by NI poet Cherry Smyth.

Xenia Pestova Bennett and Franziska Schroeder are distinguished musicians known for their boundary-pushing collaborations and expertise in contemporary music.

Location: Harty Room, Music Building, Queens University Belfast

Zoh Amba is a young composer, saxophonist, and flautist from Tennessee. Her music blends avant-garde, noise, and devotional hymns. Her music is full of folk melodies, mesmerising refrains, and repeated incantations. Amba released two records in 2022, including her debut record ‘O, Sun’ which was produced by John Zorn and released on the prestigious label Tzadik. Her second record, ‘Bhakti’ features Micah Thomas, Tyshawn Sorey, and Matt Hollenberg. She has collaborated with a variety of high-profile musicians such as Jim White (Dirty Three), legendary bassist William Parker and Brian Chase (Yeah Yeah Yeahs), to name but a few. ‘Bhakti’ has become the moniker for Amba’s ongoing live and recording ensemble project with ever changing members.

Bex Burch is a composer, percussionist, producer and improviser who emphasises space, repetition and aspects of chaos. Burch’s critically acclaimed 2023 solo album, ‘There is only love and fear’ was released via Chicago’s International Anthem and named The Guardian’s Contemporary Album of the Month.

Derry-based composer/songwriter/performer Neil Burns presents his new album, ‘Golden Sunsets’, in a live premiere. Having graced Brilliant Corners in 2022 as Comrade Hat, his jazz/alt-pop alter ego, he returns with a new album and sound, released this time under his own name. Attempting to get to the heart of his practice, it finds him juggling songwriting, arranging and improvisation in a cinematic, evocative and lush sonic journey. Invoking chamber music, jazz, suave tango, sultry Bossa, via chanson and shanty, it’s brought to life by a stellar ensemble with horns, strings, and voice.