Matt Carmichael

'A distinctive new voice in a crowded scene’ (BBC Music Magazine), saxophonist Matt Carmichael is a product of Glasgow’s thriving jazz scene. He has been writing and performing his own music since his teens performing at Celtic Connections, Ronnie Scott’s, Latitude Festival, Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival and was a finalist in the televised BBC Young Jazz Musician 2020.

Matt released his debut album ‘Where Will The River Flow’ in March 2021 to critical acclaim throughout Europe including a 5 star review in BBC Music Magazine and ‘Album of the Month’ from BR Klassic in Germany. Following the release Matt has been invited as a guest soloist with the Grammy Award winning WDR Big Band in Cologne where his music will be arranged by legendary LA based saxophonist/arranger, Bob Mintzer in 2022.

Asides from his own projects Matt has also performed with Fergus McCreadie, Luca Manning, corto.alto, BBC Young Trad award winner Charlie Stewart, Josie Duncan, Fat-Suit and JM World Jazz Orchestra amongst others.

‘A distinctive new voice in a crowded scene….Carmichael has the gift of uplift in his music’ — ★★★★★ BBC Music Magazine

‘Beyond Special’ – Jazz UK

‘Will raise the hairs on the back of your neck’ – Folk Radio UK

Matt Carmichael // Saxophone

Fergus McCreadie // Piano

Ali Watson // Bass

Tom Potter // Drums

Venue information:

The Yard, 11 Bent Street, Manchester, M8 8NF.

Evening Concert + Livestream at The Yard

Monday 1st November 2021 at 7.30pm (Please note, doors will be at 7pm)