The Dave Markee Jazz Collective

Last year's event is dedicated to the memory of jazz giant John Coltrane and features many fine players including illustrious saxophonist Don Rendell and The Dave Markee Trio with drummer Martin Drew (Oscar Peterson Trio) and guest vocalist Jessi Markee. Legendary pianist Stan Tracey brings his quartet, continuing his long standing partnership with saxophonist par excellence, Bobby Wellins.

A very exciting new initiative is the Croydon Young Jazz Star Award, a competition and mentorship programme for talented youngsters. The award ceremony is to be held during this year's festival.

Please check this site for more details.

Festival Vision Our vision is to see Croydon famed for its quality music & creative arts. Our mission is to provide a yearly, high-quality music festival focusing on jazz but embracing all the creative disciplines which pulls people into Croydon, generating more business and encouraging and inspiring all generations to get involved in the arts.

The 2008 festival promises to be an exciting and innovative series of events during the early part of June. There is enormous potential for sponsorship and marketing opportunities, nationally as well as in and around Croydon.

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