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Concert: Sarah Jane Morris at the Union Chapel in London
Lyrics addressing human rights, homophobia, love, loss and rape, set in a Grade-1 listed building are a winner, writes INDIANNA PURCELL
GEOFF BOTTOMS recommends the unashamedly light-hearted escapism on offer in this stage version of the 1963 film
Full of mysterious religious references and radical sound design, the Scottish duo’s new offering is candidate for album of the year, suggests SIMON DUFF
MARY CONWAY revels in a powerful reminder that human lives are not defined by physical perfection
PAUL DONOVAN recommends the fine performances in this account of the pre-war meeting between the US president and the British king
TECLYN AROD relishes an intimate celebration of jazz improvisation that mixes local and national musicians
THERE can’t be a better venue in the capital to host jazz and soul luminary Sarah Jane Morris and her band of 15 musicians than the Union Chapel.
This exceptional grade 1-listed gothic building in north London is a stunning space which has hosted many jazz, blues and soul giants of the music world, while its acoustics are pretty much flawless.
Surrounded by a typically rich collection of talent, including co-writer and guitarist Tony Remy, the hugely charismatic Morris, now a veteran of 30 years on the music scene, knows exactly what to do to entertain her fans — and entertained they certainly are.
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