David Gordon Trio

The repertoire of the David Gordon Trio combines highly arranged material, much of which is original, with very free treatments of jazz standards. The 'European' quality of their approach to the music reflects the diverse origins of the band members. Their sound is instantly recognisable, the musicianship impeccable, but the element which communicates most strongly with the audience is the band's sense of playfulness and fun.

The David Gordon Trio was formed in 1995 and has made several tours of the UK and Denmark, including concerts at the Copenhagen Jazzhouse. Saxophonist Andy Sheppard and singer Jacqui Dankworth have appeared as guests with the trio.

The trio consists of UK pianist David Gordon, Danish double bassist Ole Rasmussen and US-based drummer Paul Cavaciuti. Together, they have a readily identifiable sound, and their music combines accessibility and groove with cutting edge improvisation, reflecting the group's diverse backgrounds.

The trio's three CDs, Dozen A Day (1998), Undiminished (2000), Angel Feet (2002) all released on the ZahZah label, have received critical acclaim, and each record's initial pressing sold out, Japan being the largest market. The players were described as 'strong and inventive musicians' JAZZWISE, and their music is 'beautifully played and recorded' MUSICIAN, and 'thoughtful, intelligent, romantic' CADENCE.

Angel Feet is the latest disc from the David Gordon Trio, and, recorded in December 2002, is the culmination of two years' intensive work. The recording is a landmark in the trio's development, and their particular style of jazz features Celtic, 'acoustic groove' and classical (even baroque) influences, and also includes the appearance of a tango and a rhumba.

David Gordon,
'a richly gifted player with a sparkling style and boundless imagination' Phil Johnson, INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY, is jazz pianist, harpsichordist and composer. In jazz, his sideman activities include saxophonist Theo Travis and violinist Chris Garrick's quartets, and he also performs with singer Jacqui Dankworth. He has had several compositions broadcast on BBC Radio 3, plays harpsichord with Nigel Kennedy, the English Concert and in a duo with violinist Andrew Manze, and leads the innovative early music/jazz group Respectable Groove. He is also joint musical director of the gypsy tango group Zum.

Ole Rasmussen,
is one of the strong bass players out of his native Denmark. His big sound and swinging bass lines, together with his astounding abilities as soloist make him a dream bass player for audiences and musicians alike. A former student of the great Niels H. O. Pedersen, he was in the trio of award-winning Swedish saxophonist Peter Gullin and has also played with the Duke Ellington Band.

Paul Cavaciuti,
found he was too groovy for the UK and studied at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, USA. With Spirit Level, Alison Bentley and Steve Williamson amongst the musicians he has worked with, he is one of the most thoughtful and knowledgeable drummers anywhere, his sense of fun and crisp and driving rhythm make his playing irresistible. He is shortly to become one of the few drummers with an MA in musicology.

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