MARK CHERRIE QUARTET _EPK

Mark  Cherrie - Steel  pan

John  Donaldson - Piano

Tom  Mason- Double  bass

Eric  Ford - Drums

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Bio

 

A jazz quartet like no other; this one is fronted by Mark Cherrie, a steel pan player who is one of the few players in the world playing this instrument in a jazz context.  Formed in 2016, the quartet came together on a studio date. Comprising  John Donaldson, Eric Ford and  Tom Mason, the band is not at all tropical but firmly in the jazz tradition. In this context, Mark proves himself to be a fluid improviser, frequently trading with the other musicians. Sometimes swinging but always beautifully empathetic playing,, the band is completely unique.