Kim Cypher’s Funky Latin Jazz Party

/£18 concs , show 7.30pm An uplifting, vibrant show full of positive energy and feel-good vibes  Kim Cypher – Saxophones & vocals  Chris Cobbson – Guitar  Rob Rickenberg – Bass  Mike Cypher – Drums A welcome return for one of the country’s most exciting saxophonists, vocalists and composers Kim Cypher, together with her band of top UK jazz musicians. This is sure to have Colchester Arts buzzing with a lively, celebratory selection of Latin, jazz, African beats, Reggae and funky grooves.  Kim Cypher’s FUNKY LATIN JAZZ PARTY is the sequel to her hugely successful 2025 ‘LIVE and Smiling’ tour which included sellout shows across the country including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. This brand-new tour has been going down an absolute storm since it launched at the prestigious Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2026, closing the main DEYA Arena to a hugely enthusiastic crowd, followed by a return sellout show at Ronnie Scott’s. Kim Cypher is a firm favourite on the UK jazz scene, renowned for her charismatic, vivacious style and warm stage presence. With four highly acclaimed albums, award-winning music videos and performance in New York, Kim has firmly secured her reputation as a leading figure in contemporary jazz, described as a “rare musical treasure” by Jazz FM’s David Freeman and a “force of nature” by jazz reviewer the Jazz Mann.  The band features Chris Cobbson on guitar, Rob Rickenberg on bass and Mike Cypher on drums who between them, have worked with some of the most highly respected artists and bands including Jools Holland, Ronnie Scott’s Big Band, Courtney Pine, Curtis Stigers, Sheila Ferguson (the Three Degrees), Osibisa, Pee Wee Ellis, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Monty Alexander, Spike Robinson, Van Morrison, Paloma Faith…  “A Latin jazz party that exudes love and happiness” Lance Liddle – Bebop Spoken Here  “You were magnificent, Kim! Really enjoyed your show at Ronnie Scott’s.you had the audience in the absolute palm of your hands" Chris Warburton – BBC Radio 5  “Thank you for bringing such joy to BBC4” Anita Rani – BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour  “What a gig!” Dominic Cotter – Radio DJ  “Kim Cypher is a rare musical treasure” David Freeman – Jazz FM 

Venue: Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.

Event type: Jazz.

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