MMMC QUARTET + Eric Merrick solo

Schedule

Thu Jul 30 2026 at 07:30 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

Smokey Joe's Diner, Bar and Venue | Cheltenham, EN

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an evening of contemporary music and experimentation
About this Event

Ear To The Ground presents:

MMMC QUARTET

Mick Beck, bassoon & whistles

Chris Cundy, bass clarinet

Matthew Lovett, double bass

Mark Sanders, drums & percussion


Mick Beck. Based in Sheffield, and on the free scene since 1980, as an improvising big band leader and solo performer, Mick is known for his energy and originality. His playing covers the full emotional gamut from heartbreaking to mischievous, and from abstracts to compelling swing.


Chris Cundy. Co-host of Cheltenham's Ear To The Ground experimental music platform. Chris also conducts Cheltenham Improvisers Orchestra and he often creates sound installations for museums and heritage sites.


Matthew Lovett. Originally from South Wales, Matthew is a musician, a writer and a music academic. Notably he has worked with British jazz pianist Keith Tippett.


Mark Sanders. Currently based in the West Midlands, Mark is a percussionist known internationally for his contribution to contemporary music, free improvisation and jazz.


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Eric Merrick, electric guitars


Eric Merrick. Based in Gloucestershire, Eric's music is often drone and noise based with influences drawing from the ancient I Ching or Book of Changes.

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Where is it happening?

Smokey Joe's Diner, Bar and Venue, 16 Bennington Street, Cheltenham, United Kingdom

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