Band Members: Lior Solomons-Wise – Piano George Johnson – Tenor Saxophone Edouard Le Fuevre – Double Bass Sacha Harlan – Drums

22-year-old pianist and Dankworth prize winning composer Lior Solomons-Wise brings his quartet to Karamel for an evening of captivating original music. Featuring some of London’s most promising young jazz talents, audiences can expect to be taken on a musical journey as Lior’s compositions weave simple yet beautiful melodies through enchanting harmonic explorations. Drawing from a diverse palette of influences, including elements of folk and contemporary jazz, the quartet creates a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly new. Lior’s compositions reflect a deep awareness of jazz traditions while exploring the boundaries of the genre, resulting in a performance that promises to be both accessible and intellectually stimulating.

In 2023 Lior was awarded the Dankworth Prize for Jazz composition in the small ensemble category. His winning composition ‘Mortar’ was performed by the Guildhall Jazz Orchestra in March 2024. As a performer, he has graced numerous prestigious venues across the UK, including EFG Jazz festival appearances, the 606 Club, Pizza Express Dean Street and the Vortex Jazz Club. Lior is currently a student in his final year at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama where he studies with Barry Green, Nikki Iles and Ivo Neame to name a few.

Karamel – 4 Coburg Road, London N22 6UJ. The Karamel vegan kitchen will be serving food until 9.30pm. Email karamel8775@gmail.com to book a table for groups of 3+.

Doors open 7pm. Music starts at 8pm.