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The Rich Bennett Band - Keeping the Spirit of Jazz Alive. Jazz oldies by far outnumber younger fans and if trad jazz is to make a powerful comeback we need to applaud it’s rising stars. So JazzandJazz.com seeks to promote and revive the unique ethos of traditional jazz not only by featuring modern day greats but also by focusing on the vitality of its emerging stars. But Richard Bennett got there first! The Rich Bennett Band includes Richard's own selection of handpicked younger musicians who share his own exuberant and driving style. Richard's passion for the New Orleans sound and its revival never fails to fire up audiences all over the UK. Just what's needed if we are to enthuse a new generation of jazz fans. An extremely exciting trumpet player, fine vocalist and respected band leader, and although based in North Cornwall, Richard is in great demand on jazz circuits and has toured extensively all over Britain and Europe. Colchester Jazz Club have now booked The Rich Bennett Band on Sunday the 11th of November. Richard is delighted to bring his band to the club, and is proud to announce that the average age of the six band members is merely 32!