Rainey's Revue

Led by the renowned RICHARD EXALL (The Glen Miller Orchestra UK, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra) on tenor sax and clarinet, in conjunction with Musical Director, DOM BARNETT on piano, the music performed by Rainey’s Revue has been meticulously arranged to feature some of the classic songs of the singer dubbed ‘The Mother of The Blues – Ma Rainey’, whilst capturing the true essence of the music from the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. The established rhythm section featuring drum legend, SAM KELLY (Chaka Khan, Ben E King, Ruby Turner) and Parliamentary Jazz Award winner, double-bassist, MARIANNE WINDHAM set the foundation for a captivating musical experience. Complimenting this swinging ensemble are the powerful, captivating vocals of Chrissie Myles (multi-Platinum selling band, Bastille) together with jazz singer, actress and show narrator, Emily Windham