Timeless Icons: The Music of Miles Davis & Nina Simone, presented by NYJO
Saturday, September 19, 2026 7:30 pm
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Cadogan Hall -
Approx 2 1/2 hours including an interval -
£22.50 + BF -
Tickets Available
Join NYJO (National Youth Jazz Orchestra) for an incredible night of iconic big band jazz, celebrating two of the all-time greats, Miles Davis and Nina Simone.
Fodder On My Wings celebrates Nina Simone’s 1982 album. The project has been conceived and musically directed by NYJO Emerging Professional musician and Trumpeter Olivia Cuttill. NYJO will be joined by an incredible lineup of star guests: vocalist and master improviser Cleveland Watkiss MBE, one of the UK’s foremost jazz saxophonists Tony Kofi, groundbreaking jazz pianist and composer Nikki Yeoh, and acclaimed singer Thanda Gumede.
NYJO’s Emerging Professional Musicians honour the 100th anniversary of Miles Davis’ birth with a special nine-piece band, bringing to life the highly influential 1957 album Birth of the Cool, mirroring Miles Davis’ original nonet configuration. Alongside this, there will be performances of new arrangements of his iconic repertoire by bandleader and lead trumpet, NYJO’s own Tom Stringer.
NYJO exists to empower and inspire young people across the UK through jazz, providing opportunities for young musicians aged 18-25 to experiment creatively and develop the skills needed for a successful career.
There will be an opportunity to donate to NYJO during the ticket purchase process (recommended donation £4) and further opportunities for giving during the event.
Event Information
Ticket Info
From £22.50 + BF
Venue Address
Cadogan Hall
5 Sloane Terrace
London SW1X 9DQ
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