The Wonder of Stevie
Schedule
Wed, 13 Aug, 2025 at 08:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Boisdale Restaurants (Canary Wharf) | London, EN
Step inside Boisdale of Canary Wharf for a night steeped in soul and sparkle as The Wonder of Stevie brings together vocalist Noel McCalla and saxophonist Derek Nash, two towering talents in British music, for a finely tuned celebration of Stevie Wonder’s rich and influential legacy.From the rhythmic punch of “Superstition” to the tender glow of “Overjoyed”, this show explores Stevie’s vast catalogue with precision, soul and style. Noel McCalla, praised by Blues & Soul Magazine as “one of Britain’s best soul singers”, made his mark with the pioneering jazz-funk outfit Morrissey-Mullen and spent nearly 20 years as lead vocalist with Manfred Mann’s Earth Band. His voice brings sincerity and soul to classics like “My Cherie Amour”, “Lately” and “Isn’t She Lovely”.
Derek Nash, a long-standing member of Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and the Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion, brings deep musical pedigree and command to the stage. With multiple British Jazz Awards under his belt and a list of collaborators that includes Gregory Porter, Chaka Khan, David Sanborn, Eric Clapton and Amy Winehouse, Nash brings Stevie’s harmonic textures and brass arrangements to life with clarity and respect.
Backed by a world-class band, the show covers material from Songs in the Key of Life, Innervisions, Hotter Than July and beyond. Expect tight, faithful arrangements of songs like “For Once in My Life”, “Sir Duke”, “I Wish”, “Boogie On Reggae Woman” and “Signed, Sealed, Delivered”, delivered with energy and admiration for the source.
“If you get a chance to see this show, do. You won’t be disappointed.” – Ronnie Scott’s
“Noel McCalla is a vocal force of nature.” – Jazzwise
“Derek Nash has chops to burn and a warmth that lights up the stage.” – The Guardian
BOISDALE OF CANARY WHARF
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Perched elegantly above Cabot Square, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers a multi-dimensional experience across two floors. With Jools Holland as Patron of Music, it is celebrated for its dedication to live performances, with daily live music creating the perfect ambience in the second-floor restaurant.
The venue features a refined restaurant, four exclusive private dining rooms, the distinguished Hine Bar, an extensive whisky and wine selection, a sophisticated Cigar Lounge and an inviting Heated Garden Terrace - making it a haven for discerning patrons seeking the finest in dining, music and atmosphere. On weekends, the vibrant first-floor bar and terrace come to life with DJ Nights, adding another dimension to the Boisdale experience.
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