The Searcys Series welcomes The London Chamber Orchestra to 116 Pall Mall

Festival Programme

Saturday 19 November 2022 – A Wonderful World with Pete Horsfall

Celebrating the Genius of Louis Armstrong

For this special show, Pete Horsfall celebrates the music of the trumpet player, singer and greatest son of New Orleans – Louis Armstrong. Pete’s obsession with Armstrong’s music followed him to the USA where he was invited to play on Louis’ instruments, an experience that cemented his love and commitment to the repertoire of this musical giant. This concert will feature a cast of the UK’s most in demand jazz musicians, including Pete Horsfall – trumpet/vocals, Rachael Cohen – saxophone, Alex Bryson – piano, Ferg Ireland – double bass, and Matt Skelton – drums.

‘Ravishing’ – The Guardian, ‘Truly an original new voice’ – Jazz FM, ‘Timeless trumpet’ – BBC Radio 3

Pete Horsfall is a critically acclaimed trumpet player and singer-vocalist based in the UK. He has performed at many prestigious venues and festivals throughout the world, including many shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and a residency at The Lincoln Center in New York City. He has also featured regularly on national radio, including interviews and live sessions on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 3 and Jazz FM.

Pete is a founding member of the award-winning jazz group Kansas Smitty’s House Band and is currently a soloist with singer Clare Teal’s touring ensemble. In addition, as a session musician Peter has played trumpet and flugelhorn for an array of pop & hip-hop groups including DJ Premier, De La Soul and Friendly Fires.