Exclusive interview: Jazz legend Scott Hamilton speaks to EU Today in Brussels

Exclusive interview: Jazz legend Scott Hamilton speaks to EU Today in Brussels


Jazz lovers in Brussels were treated to a truly special performance on Saturday when the legendary tenor sax player Scott Hamilton appeared for a one-off concert at The Music Village, Brussels’ premier Jazz venue. He was supported by Belgium’s Johan Clement Trio.

Steeped in the finest of Jazz traditions, he has played and recorded with many of the great names of the genre: Benny Goodman and Tony Bennett to name just two.

His influences, his experience, and his unbridled passion for his art come together to bring a timeless quality to his performances – he doesn’t just bring his music to the stage, he brings his history.

I was very lucky, as a keen Jazz fan myself, to get the chance to speak with Scott Hamilton during a break between two sets.

In the same line, I asked for his opinion on Belgium’s Summer Jazz festivals – almost every city has one. With Jazz being such a diverse genre, I wondered why it is that the festivals are being watered down with pop music, and in one case this year, Punk Rock?

He is in great demand, as his performance schedule attests, and spends a great deal of time touring.


http://www.scotthamiltonsax.co…

https://themusicvillage.com


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