Led by clarinettist and composer Dom James, The Ticklers combine their deep love
and understanding of early jazz with a truly modern aesthetic and musical vision. Since
forming at the University of London and Guildhall School of Music in 2005, this hard-working
band has built a fierce live reputation within jazz, blues and the acoustic scene.
These guys are so hot that even New Orleans enthusiast Woody Allen has a copy of their
first record.
In recent years they have toured Australia, Spain, Italy, France, Sweden and more as well as
leading their much celebrated jazz workshops for young players. Festival appearances at
Green Man, Henley Festival, London Jazz Festival, Jazz in the Vines (AUS) and Shambala
have led to a very loyal cross-genre following as has their legendary touring micro-festival,
Gumbo Soup.
In addition to the regular six-piece band look out for The Ticklers Street Band (ten-piece
parade band) who’ve made recent visits to Norway and Switzerland as well as some
amazing London wedding parades. Back in the studio, The Ticklers have recently become
known for their treatment of film scores and have performed their music for film at The
Cinema Museum, London as well as having their music featured in films appearing in
festivals across the world.
“Intelligent yet playful sextet... they’re sure to win converts.”
“The band manages to bring in a deep scholarly understanding of New Orleans jazz without letting it undermine their enthusiasm for performing, and they manage to bring a contemporary London edge to the music while being true to its origins. They represent a fresh re-invention driven by joy.”
COVER CHARGE: £10 per person
