18 year-old saxophonist Jess Gillam is a force of nature, whose free-flowing musicianship and verve in performance are irresistible. Although Sheku Kanneh-Mason won the 2016 BBC Young Musician competition, Jess was a hugely popular finalist, and this wide-ranging programme will show off her extraordinary talent beautifully. Programme to include works by Bartok, Debussy, Pedro Itturalde, Phil Woods, Chick Corea and Dave Heath. With Steve Lodder on piano.
Cheltenham Festival
Cheltenham, UK
BBC Young Musician Rush Hour III - Recital by Jess Gillam