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2004
These artists were members of the Open Selection scheme for
the period ending June 2006. For future bookings please use the
contact details indicated below, or contact SEMS.
| Name |
Type of work |
Contact Details |
| The Brendan Power Trip |
 | Brendan Power - Harmonica and Vocals |
| Geoff Castle – Keyboards |
| Lucy Randall – Percussion |
Unique and eclectic Folk/Jazz influenced harmonica playing from ex-Riverdance
soloist Power, who has recorded with everyone from Sting to Shirley Bassey!
Engaging original music stunningly accompanied by rising stars Castle and
Randall. |
www.power.com |
| Rebecca Carrington |
| Rebecca Carrington – comedienne, singer and cellist |
Virtuosic Cabaret bringing the classical cello alive and revealing the
amazing skills of this talented performer – a Victor Borge for the 21st
century. |
www.rebeccacarrington.co.uk |
| Cascada |
| Pauline Madden, Kirby, Sandra Dyer, Eliza Dickie, Afra Bell & Angela
Paz Alhucema |
A cross-cultural group of five women who bring together a fusion of drums
percussion and vocal harmonies. They blend traditional African rhythms with
Afro-Cuban Folkloric grooves and their own original material, to create a
vibrant, exciting spectacle full of energy. |
Via SEMS |
| Dimension |
| Richard Joo (piano) |
| Rafal Zambrzycki-Payne (violin) |
| Thomas Carroll (cello) |
An exciting combination of players, a piano trio, who depart from the
convention by presenting concerts which can include solos, duos and trios
and guest artists. Through the variety of music offered, their dynamic stage
presence, love of communication and proven passion for music-making, they
draw audiences to a deeper appreciation of the ensemble and of the
repertoire. |
dimension.eu.net |
| Sarah Field & Simon Lepper |
| Sarah Field (saxophones) |
| Simon Lepper (piano) |
A dazzling young classical saxophonist and prodigal accompanist create a
fascinating and spell-binding musical journey for audiences, seamlessly
weaving the undiscovered with a new view of the familiar and interspersed
with Sarah’s trademark commentary. |
Via SEMS |
| Just East of Jazz |
| Neil Angilley – piano, keyboards, accordion |
| Rick Finlay - drums, percussion |
| Phil Scragg - basses |
| Jeremy Shoham – saxes, clarinet |
A fusion of jazz with East European modes and melodies creates an
unusually powerful sound and emotional range. An original, agile, infectious
mix of ancient and modern material, the band are delightfully spicy, calm,
spectacular and subtle by turn. |
www.justeastofjazz.co.uk |
2003
These artists were members of the Open Selection scheme for
the period ending 31 March 2005. For future bookings please use the
contact details indicated below, or contact SEMS.
| Name |
Type of work |
Contact Details |
| All Jigged Out |
Young, vivacious and urbane, this instrumental folk band
blends celtic, jazz and funk influences. |
www.alljiggedout.com |
| Asis |
Four of the finest exponents of ‘world’ music travel through
the traditions and living heritage of many cultures, creating engaging music
with a wider horizon. |
Via SEMS |
| Brass 10 |
Sonority personified and brought to prominence at Buckingham
Palace as part of the Jubilee Celebrations. These ten players follow the
format pioneered by the Philip Jones Brass Ensemble. |
www.brass10.co.uk |
| David Rees-Williams Trio |
Deliberately defying categorisation, the trio walks a
tightrope between classical and jazz, reworking composed classics to
stunning effect. |
Via SEMS |
| Jessica Goyder |
Stunning solo singer songwriter in the bosonova tradition,
her ‘street angel’ act and her concert performances are truly astounding
pieces of improvisation and composition for voice and guitar. |
Via SEMS |
| Lukax Santana |
Solo percussionist, pure improvisation, experimental music
from Latin America and across the world. Most suited to intimate and
interactive settings, Lukax can magic music from anything and anywhere. |
Via SEMS |
| new london chamber ensemble |
Woodwind Quintet of the highest calibre, committed to the
theatre of music, they will truly involve and engage your audience... |
Via SEMS |
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Trevor Watts & the Celebration Band |
Based in the jazz tradition this eight piece band is a
melting pot of ethnic influences infused with contemporary improvisational
panache. |
TheCelebrationBand.
whistlingmule.
com |
2002
These artists were members of the Open Selection scheme for
the period ending 31 December 2003. For future bookings please use the
contact details indicated below, or contact SEMS.
| Name |
Type of work |
Contact Details |
| Black Voices |
A five member female a cappella group, spirituals, gospel,
reggae, blues, jazz, traditional African and Caribbean music and original
contemporary compositions, delivered with a sense of feeling and
understanding that touches every audience. |
www.blackvoices.co.uk |
| Chris Wood Trio |
An outstanding group who have developed a unique, fresh and
spontaneous sound through repertoire which crosses the boundaries between
traditional and classical music. |
cw@rufrecords.com |
| Conjunto Sabroso |
One of the most original 10 piece Latin Bands to have
emerged in the UK today. Their lively, fun-filled and energetic presence on stage
creates a truly scintillating level of musicianship. |
luzesabroso@yahoo.es |
| Galliard Ensemble |
An enterprising woodwind quintet (recent Radio 3 Debut
Artists) performing works from Beethoven and Mozart to Berio and Birtwistle. They can
also offer lighter repertoire and arrangements to suit every taste.
Composers compete in their Composition Competition and they have adopted
four works into their repertoire through this initiative. |
katherinewaffy@hotmail.com |
| Higginbottom/Mayne Quartet |
Contains some of the finest young musicians in the country.
Their repertoire is wide ranging, including music at the cutting edge of
contemporary jazz (whilst maintaining a respect for traditions), original
compositions by members of the band, and interpretations of familiar and less
familiar pieces. |
chrishigginbottom@hotmail.com |
| Ovid Ensemble |
An exciting young chamber group with a line-up that provides
a rich and varied repertoire and ensembles of varying sizes - quintet, quartet or trio. |
david@adams2.fsnet.co.uk |
| The Passion |
A musical collaboration of Sara Colman, Jacqueline Dankworth
and Liane Carroll, fusing three dynamic song writing talents with a colourful
performance style which reveals a class act. |
pianogirl101@yahoo.com |
2001
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Backbeat Percussion Quartet |
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Galliard Wind Ensemble |
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Ovid Ensemble |
A scheme developing the careers of young musicians in the
classical genre.
2000
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Chinook Clarinet Quartet |
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Alexander Taylor (piano) |
1999
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The Newbold Piano Quartet |
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Eden-Stell Guitar Duo |
1998
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Catherine Benyon (harp) |
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Alice Neary (cello) with Gretel Dowdeswell (piano) |
1997
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Hogarth String Quartet |
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Christina Wilson (mezzo) with Alan Hicks (piano) |
1996
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Zanfonia Trio (clarinet, violin/viola and piano) |
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Mark Ashford (guitar) |
1995
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Leopold String Trio |
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Katherine Gowers (violin) with Charles Owen (piano) |
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Andrew Webster (clarinet) and Rebecca Holt (piano) |
1994
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The Emperor String Quartet |
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Andrew Webster (clarinet) and David Wickham (piano) |
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Roderick Williams (baritone) and David Wickham (piano) |
1993
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Kirsten Spratt (flute) and Elizabeth Mucha (piano) |
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No Strings Attached (clarinet quartet) |
1992
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Palladian Ensemble |
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Frederick Kempf (piano) |
1991
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Jozik Koc (baritone) and Rebecca Holt (piano) |
1990
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London Smetana Trio ( Anthony Marwood, Sally Pendlebury
and Caroline Palmer) |
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Louise Hopkins (cello) and Caroline Palmer (piano) |
1989
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Tapestry (Sandra Lissenden sop, Andrew Sparling clarinet
& Katherine Durran piano) |
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Fiona Cross (clarinet) with Kathryn Lenehan (piano) |
1988
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Gerard Quinn (baritone) Adrian Hobbs (piano) |
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Jennifer Stinton (flute) and Aline Brewer (harp) |
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Claire Miles (cello) with Rebecca Holt (piano) |
1987
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Karen Jones (flute) with Barbara Murray (piano) |
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Ian Hardwick (oboe) with James Lisney (piano) |
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William Fong (piano) |
1986
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The Barbican Piano Trio |
For information about YMP winners between 1979 & 1986 please
contact us directly.
A continuous scheme re-titled and representing the support
of non-classical genre
2001
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Black Voices (a cappella black vocal quintet) |
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Chris Wood Trio (contemporary folk) |
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Higginbottom/Mayne Quartet (jazz) |
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Conjunto Sabroso ( ten-piece Latin and South American
band) |
2000
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Chi2 |
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Inemo and the Bushman Crew |
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Elan |
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Zoe Rahman Trio |
1998/99
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J-Life (contemporary diverse jazz) |
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Four by Four Bhangra Dance Company |
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Tim van Eyken (melodeon) and Robert Harbron (concertina
and guitar) |
A scheme offering more senior classical groups a longer
term presence in the region
1996
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I Fagiolini |
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Florilegium |
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Raphael Ensemble |
1995
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The Nash Ensemble |
1994
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Maggini String Quartet |
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The Haffner Wind Ensemble |
1993
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The Dufay Collective |
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London Brass |
1992
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Michael Chance ( counter-tenor) with Nicolas Daniel
(oboe) and Julius Drake (piano) |
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London Brass |
1989 – 1992
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Brodsky String Quartet |
1985 – 1988
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Endellion String Quartet |
1982 – 85
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Chillingirian String Quartet |
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