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Nov28

Liverpool

St Bride's Church

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About Jon Lloyd

British alto and soprano saxophonist Jon Lloyd emerged in the 1980s as a formidable voice in the free jazz and free improvisation scenes. Known for blending intense, high-energy playing with subtle nuance, Lloyd’s artistry thrives at the intersection of structured free-bop frameworks and spontaneous creative exploration. His early work with the LFG Trio laid the foundation for a career marked by innovative ensemble leadership and boundary-pushing compositions.

In the 1990s, Lloyd gained wider recognition through pivotal collaborations and projects. He co-founded the influential nonet Anacrusis alongside Evan Parker and co-led the Extempore Saxophone Quartet with John Butcher. His debut album, "Syzygy" (1990), showcased a touring quartet featuring members of the trio Atlas—pianist John Law, bassist Paul Rogers, and drummer Mark Sanders. Supported by Britain’s Arts Council, Lloyd toured extensively across England, culminating in the live album "Head" (1993), recorded with violinist Phil Wachsmann.

Always seeking new textures, Lloyd expanded his sound with a sextet on "Praxis" (1997), adding trombone, violin, and cello, and later led a dynamic quartet on "Four and Five" (1999), released by hatHut Records, which included cellist Stan Adler and bassist Marcio Mattos. By the early 2000s, Lloyd had embraced string quartet compositions and joined John Law’s Abacus quartet. His 2002 quintet further synthesized his earlier improvisational energy with compositional depth, illustrating his ongoing commitment to evolving the language of free jazz through eclectic ensembles and collaborative innovation.

Genres

Classical•Holiday•Jazz