Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra Celebration
Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra like never before at a spectacular concert presented by British trumpet virtuoso, Mike Lovatt and his 25-piece Brass Orchestra.
Following sell-out performances at The Harrogate International Festival, and Britten Pears Snape Maltings Summer Festival, you are invited to join us for an unforgettable, one-night-only performance.‘Let’s Get Together’ features star vocalists Louise Clare Marshall and Matt Ford as they take the stage with Brass Pack to perform brand new musical arrangements, unveiling a fresh take on the iconic music of these legendary artists.
Mike Lovatt is a UK virtuoso trumpeter, recording artist, sought after teacher and musical director who is internationally recognised for his wide-ranging stylistic ability.
He was the Principal Trumpet of the Grammy nominated John Wilson Orchestra, and the Principal Trumpet of both the BBC Big Band, Superbrass and Andrew Cottee’s Dreamtown Orchestra, and is featured as soloist on many film scores including most recently Marvel’s ‘Avengers Endgame’ and the Judy Garland biopic, ‘Judy’.
Louise Clare Marshall is a hugely experienced performer who has featured on many movie soundtracks including Love Actually, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Great Train Robbery, Mama Mia, Ray and many more. TV appearances include Jools Holland’s ‘Hootenanny’ (since 2006), ITV’s Stepping Out, and BBC TV’s Top of The Pops. She is a regular performer in London’s West End musicals, including Jesus Christ Superstar and Hair.
Matt Ford is a name synonymous with the Swing Era, and for good reason. With an unrivalled resume that includes over 2000 Big Band concerts, scores of live National TV and Radio broadcasts, four appearances at the BBC Proms, and hundreds of performances at the UK’s most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, Matt is the UK’s most experienced Swing Era vocalist.
Matt’s talent has been recognised by the industry, with him being voted ‘Best UK Male Big Band Vocalist’ in 2006, and nominated alongside Jamie Cullum in the inaugural Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Awards (Best UK Male Vocalist category). Matt’s performances are not limited to the UK, with him making his US Debut in October 2013 in Los Angeles with the John Wilson Orchestra alongside Seth MacFarlane.
The performance will be filmed and recorded for future release, so come along and be a part of this monumental occasion, experiencing the unique and magical fusion of talent and creativity.
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ML EQUIPMENT
Mike Lovatt Smith Watkins
Bb Professional Trumpet
Good players command sophisticated instruments.
They know the sounds they like to hear and want an instrument adaptable enough that they can forget the mechanics and just concentrate on making great music; Smith-Watkins instruments enable them to do just that. Musical needs vary from playing jazz and chamber music, to recording in a studio.
No two players are the same or have the same requirements.
That is why Smith-Watkins designs each instrument to suit the individual and their particular requirements perfectly. Finding exactly the right instrument is where the personalised service offered by Smith-Watkins, a company founded on ground-breaking academic research and expert craftsmanship, really sets it apart.
Features
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Choice of Bell bore and leadpipe. - Select a Trumpet to suit your individual playing requirements.
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Choice of 15 interchangeable leadpipes- Enables you to match leadpipe to the style of music e.g. classical, studio, jazz.
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Lightest valves available -Quicker and more responsive action
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Brass valve guides - Positive location of valves preferred by professional players.
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Phosphor bronze valve springs - Corrosion resistant
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Brass inner and outer slides - Smoothest slide action
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Water keys with synthetic seals - For a perfect seal
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Monel pistons - Highly resistant to corrosion for a longer life
Specification
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Pitch:Bb
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Bore Size: .460"dia
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Finish: Silver Plate or Gold option
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Bell Material/Diameter: Yellow brass/127mm
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Leadpipe: ML supplied as standard. Smith-Watkins range available as extras
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Finger buttons: Laser-etched Titanium (Also available for other Smith-Watkins instruments)
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Total Weight (ex mouthpiece): 1.2kg
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Supplied with fitted case with additional space for a second trumpet or mutes
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Handcrafted and designed in Yorkshire, England
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*ML mouthpiece supplied as optional extra
Review
"This is the working tool of a professional, not a 'Pimped! up play thing'."
Instrument review by Nick Walkley for Brass Band World (July 2016).
Mike Lovatt Smith Watkins
Signature Mouthpieces
The brand new range of Mike Lovatt Signature mouthpieces designed in conjunction with Smith Watkins.
The ML Signature comes in three different models, the Lead, the Studio and the Classical.
The Lead mouthpiece features a #2 medium backbore, small cup volume, 15.334mm inside cup diameter, 26.726mm outside cup diameter and a 3.658mm throat.
The Studio mouthpiece features #1 small backbore, medium cup volume, 16.106mm inside cup diameter, 27.297mm outside cup diameter and a 3.658mm throat.
The Classical mouthpiece features #3 large backbore, large cup volume, 16.106mm inside cup diameter, 27.488mm outside cup diameter and a 3.797mm throat.
You can also buy specially designed boosters to add weight for those preferring a bit more depth to the sound. There are 3 different boosters, the L80 which adds 80 grams, the M55 which adds 55 grams and the S30 which adds 30 grams.
Mike Lovatt has teamed up as one BlackBinder's featured ambassador's using the revolutionary new BlackBinder sheet music App.
See him using it below, and take a look for yourself on the the BlackBinder website.
Available from these dealers:
UK
USA
Événements à venir
Brass Hits Hollywood and Harrogate!jeu. 26 juinThe Royal Hall Harrogate- Brass Hits Hollywood and Perth!sam. 31 maiPerth Concert Hall
Mike Lovatt's Brass Pack LIVE! Album Launchmar. 06 maiWeston Hall
