the band

Piero Tucci

Canadian born Piero has recently emigrated to England. A phenomenally gifted musician he has been a major figure on the Toronto music scene as music director, keyboardist, saxophonist, accordionist and arranger in many jazz and R&B bands. He has played with and backed a diverse range of musicians that include The Drifters and 5th Dimension and has opened for James Brown.

"Piero Tucci is a jazzer's dream, as unpretentiously skillful on keys as he is on sax." Sandman magazine.

Phil Johnson

Drums: Phil started his career with The Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra with which he toured extensively in the U.K. - and America and Poland. He has since backed many jazz artists including Bobby Shew, Alan Barnes, John Etheridge, Don Lusher, Barbara Thompson and Kenny Baker. A phenomenally popular and busy drummer, Phil plays regularly with The Squadronnaires and The Memphis Belle Swing Orchestra. He has also, alongside Nigel, recently completed the national tour with The Nelson Riddle Orchestra UK, Mickey Rooney and is currently also playing with The Kings of Swing Orchestra and The Reelin'and a Rockin' Sixties Show.

Chris Walker 

Guitar: Chris lectured for many years on guitar at Leeds College of Music where he was renowned for his fine craftsmanship and technique. He has played alongside top names including John Etheridge, Alan Barnes, Stan Robinson and Jim Hall. He currently runs a popular jazz club in Sheffield and continues to appear at major jazz festivals up and down the country.