Sat 6th February 2010, Doors 8:00pm Concert 8:30pm NATHAN RIKI THOMSON ENSEMBLE Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex Australian Nathan Riki Thomson leads an international ensemble of talented multi-instrumentalists including Brazilian percussionist Adriano Adewale and Welsh singer Nia Lynn, featuring music from his stunning debut album "Under Ubi's Tree" (2009, NAIM Label). Nathan Riki Thomson is a true musical polyglot and his beautiful debut album defies categorization, going beyond established musical genres by infusing contemporary influences with traditional modes from around the world.  Two years in the making, “Under Ubi’s Tree” captures a musical landscape rich in colour and atmosphere reflecting the sounds and traditions absorbed during Nathan’s travels through Africa, Australasia, Finland and the UK.  Nathan is also a core member of the Antonio Forcione Quartet, Adriano Adewale Group and Ian McMillan Orchestra and is a tutor at the Guildhall School of Music. Expect an evening of World Jazz that will surprise and inspire in equal measure. Featuring Nathan Riki Thomson: Double Bass, Flutes, Kalimba; Adriano Adewale: Berimbau, Percussion; Nia Lynn: Vocals; Genevieve Wilkins: Marimba, Vibes, Prercussion. “Ubi's Tree is world music in the most Positive sense. lf it must be categorised file under 'Beautiful'.” Manchester Evening News ****  “Thomson is clearly a thoughtful and patient enough musician to be able to successfully unite an impressive array of talent into a warm album full of character.” Songlines **** www.nathanrikithomson.com ________________________________________________________ Booking information: Ticket Hotline: 01206 573948 Book Online: www.mercurytheatre.co.uk/artson5 In person: University Gallery Monday – Friday 11 – 5, Saturday 12 – 4 Tickets Full: £10.00, Concs: £7.00 << BACK TO WHAT'S ON << HOME