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Instrument: Vibraphone
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read moreJonny Mansfield: Elftet
by Roger Farbey
Even within the relatively short time span of his burgeoning career, vibraphonist and composer Jonny Mansfield has amassed an impressive array of music prizes. These include the prestigious Kenny Wheeler Jazz Prize from the Royal Academy of Music which made this recording possible. But far from resting on his laurels, Mansfield has been busy gigging throughout Europe including Amsterdam's Bimhuis and London's Ronnie Scott's Club and the Royal Albert Hall. He's also gigged with notable musicians including Chris Potter, Gareth ...
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