Andre Canniere at Charlie Wrights International Bar

The André Canniere Group has been creating a stir in the modern jazz scene since
its formation in New York City in 2005. The group performs challenging yet
accessible music full of evocative harmonic explorations and complex rhythms,
complemented by thoughtful improvisation. Much of the music, all of which is
composed by Canniere, is rooted in jazz, but also draws heavily upon other genres
including pop, classical and folk music.


In 2008, Canniere relocated to London where he is now focusing on expanding the
group’s fan base to the UK and Europe. Shortly after arriving in England, Canniere ...

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The André Canniere Group has been creating a stir in the modern jazz scene since
its formation in New York City in 2005. The group performs challenging yet
accessible music full of evocative harmonic explorations and complex rhythms,
complemented by thoughtful improvisation. Much of the music, all of which is
composed by Canniere, is rooted in jazz, but also draws heavily upon other genres
including pop, classical and folk music.


In 2008, Canniere relocated to London where he is now focusing on expanding the
group’s fan base to the UK and Europe. Shortly after arriving in England, Canniere
and his group were invited to perform at the HSBC Cheltenham Jazz Festival.
Members of the new UK based group have included saxophonist Mark Hanslip, drummer
Chris Vatalaro, bassist Jasper Hoiby and pianist Ivo Neame. The group is currently
working on new music for their next recording project and performing at some of
London’s top venues.


PRESS


"Recommended"
-TimeOut London


“Canniere’s compositions are a far cry from the staid template contained on many
Jazz records... solo spaces that offer the most exciting moments, particularly the
clean toned Canniere... Andre Canniere and his associates show a great deal of
promise...”
-Jay Collins, Cadence Magazine


“André Canniere’s debut is aural evidence that good things can descend from the
Ivory Tower... transcends the stereotypes often associated with university trained
musicians, the most common being that they ‘think’ the music rather than ‘feel’
it... As Of Yet is a strong opening statement from Canniere."
-Jason Crane, All About Jazz


“Canniere is at his best...long melodies that unfurl majestically before suddenly
flaring up and melancholy ballads both sit easily on top of often complex rhythmic
and harmonic patterns."
-Mwanji Ezana, be jazz


"Canniere's music is a blend of electric and acoustic sounds, open to the pop/rock
attitude and phraseology with trades through the indie routes. His compositional
style draws from several contemporary influences including Dave Douglas, Michael
Brecker and Bill Frisell, as well as Radiohead, often refering to both large and
small ensemble traditions"
-Vangelis Aragiannis, Jazz & Tzaz

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