Maverick British pianist, organist and composer Alexander Hawkins meets Holland’s most adventurous drummer Han Bennink. Exchange with the London club Vortex as part of the Bimhuis 40 Years program.

33 year-old pianist Alexander is among the fastest emerging voices of British jazz, in both leftfield and more traditional practices. He has played warm spirited Ethio-jazz with Mulatu Astatke as well as harcore improv with Evan Parker. Hawkins developed a profound knowledge of jazz piano history and is simultaneously regarded as one of the most interesting Hammond organ players of our time. Following a well-received duo CD with South African drummer Louis Moholo-Moholo (‘a knockout duo album’, according to Downbeat) he will now perform with drummer Han Bennink, pioneer of New Dutch Swing and ‘an intuitive and versatile genius of instant improvisation’ (The Wire).

‘Hawkins is one of a growing number of musicians who erase generational divides, boldly pushing the music forward without forsaking its past’ (Downbeat).

The Bimhuis restaurant is open prior to the concert from 6.30 til 8.30PM (reservations via 020-7882158). After the concert, the Bimhuis Café is open (free entrance).

VORTEX – BIMHUIS
afterwards DJ Oscar Jan Hoogland a.k.a. De Platenbakker at the cafe