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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Brass Hits Hollywood and Harrogate!
gio 26 giu
|The Royal Hall Harrogate
We're delighted to be back at Harrogate International Festival again in June 2025
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26 giu 2025, 19:30 – 22:00
The Royal Hall Harrogate, Ripon Rd, Harrogate HG1 2SY, UK
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Mike Lovatt is a renowned UK virtuoso trumpeter, recording artist, and sought-after educator, celebrated for his versatility across genres. He is Principal Trumpet of the Grammy-nominated John Wilson Orchestra, the BBC Big Band, and Superbrass, and has performed as a soloist on numerous film scores, including Avengers: Endgame and Judy. Drawing inspiration from Billy May’s Big Fat Brass album, Lovatt formed Mike Lovatt’s Brass Pack to recreate its iconic sound and introduce new arrangements. The group features a unique brass ensemble with French horns replacing saxophones and has captivated audiences with performances like the Suite from Carmen arranged by Colin Skinner.
Having launched at the Harrogate Music Festival in 2023, Mike Lovatt’s Brass Pack are returning this year with a programme of Hollywood hits to kick the 2025 Festival off in style. The Brass Pack will be joined by Anna-Jane Casey, best known for her work in musical theatre,…