Pershore Jazz in the Function Room, Pershore Town Football Club – Emily Masser/Alex Clarke Quintet 

30th July 2025

Join rising British stars Emily Masser and Alex Clarke for an evening of fresh exciting music that draws from jazz’s rich past, with a contemporary feel.

A student at London’s Guildhall School of Music, Emily Masser’s range, variation and seemingly effortless delivery reflect a confidence and ability which belie her years. Her strengths as an arranger and vocalist have received multiple plaudits, highlighting her scat singing in particular.

Alex Clark was a finalist at the BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2020, winner of the Rising Star category in the 2019 British Jazz Awards and Jazz Newcomer of the Year nominee in the 2021 & 2022 and 2024 Parliamentary Jazz Awards, Alex is one of the most in-demand and versatile young reeds players to have emerged on the British jazz scene. Lauded for her extensive repertoire list and intelligent ear for harmony, her sound is steeped in the tradition of bebop and her deep respect for the heritage of the music can be heard in a hard-swinging, melodic approach reminiscent of Scott Hamilton and Lester Young, with strong bop influences of Phil Woods and Cannonball Adderley.

Their repertoire will be swing & American songbook tunes that we will all recognise plus a few others.

We are delighted to introduce the youth and future of jazz.

Emily Masser – Vocals and saxophonist

Alex Clarke – Saxophone

Tom Kincaid – Piano

Mike Green – Bass

Gaz Hughes – Drums

The jazz starts at 8.00pm and doors open at 7.00pm. Tickets are £12.50 include raffle tickets.

Please ensure you reserve your place by phoning 01527 66692 or email. Tickets can be purchased on the door.

Check the Pershore Jazz website for details of future events.