Guitarist Tom Ollendorff is fast becoming one of the most exciting young guitarists to emerge on the UK and international jazz scenes. Tom is known for his highly distinctive sound which blends virtuosic guitar playing with sophisticated harmonic and melodic ideas, whilst always keeping room for nuance and sensitivity. Tom was awarded the Yamaha parliamentary scholarship in 2016 and he has worked alongside many highly respected artists including Ari Hoenig, Ben Wendel, Bill McHenry, Jeff Williams and Huw Warren and has performed at venues and festivals both across the UK and internationally.
‘Traditional yet very classy’ (The Guardian)
‘A highly recommendable disc for those who care about the fate of jazz guitar’ (Musica Jazz)