Alyn Shipton introduces the first of three programmes of highlights from the Clerical Medical Jazz Weekend in May. Tonight an octet from Italy led by saxophonist and clarinettist
Gianluigi Trovesi ; a rare visit to this country by Belgian pianist Fred van Hove, who concentrates on solo improvisation; and Bloodcount, who perform a set of compositions by their leader, American saxophonist Tim Berne.
Producer Derek Drescher
Next programme 25 October