Fugue & Groove
Fugue & Groove are performing at Pershore Abbey on Saturday March 7th 2026 at 7.30pm tickets from ticketsource supporting amateur music in and around Pershore
The Rich Hughes Trio brings Fugue & Groove — a high-energy, piano-led concert blending jazz drive with classical elegance. Expect bold re-imaginations of Bach, Dvořák and Massenet, dazzling improvisation, infectious grooves and a performance that’s never the same twice.
Where: Pershore Abbey (and the heating IS working again)
Date & Time: Saturday 7th March at 7:30pm (doors open 7pm)
Refreshments available in the interval
Tickets £12 (plus booking fee)
From: www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-rotary-club-of-pershore
Phone for tickets: 0333 666 3366
And from Pershore Town Hall (cash only)
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Fugue and Groove: Where Classical Meets Jazz
Fugue & Groove is a piano based trio fusing together elements of jazz and classical music, delivering fresh and inventive arrangements of beloved classics such as Massenet's Meditation, Mozart's Turkish March, and Dvorak's Humoresque. With solos showcasing their individual virtuosity, improvisational brilliance, and seamless interplay, they create a dynamic experience that is both lyrical and high-energy, ranging from evocative ballads to fast, driving swing. Fugue & Groove brings an unmatched energy and expertise to every performance and is gaining the attention of promoters and music fans across the country.
Individually, they have worked with an impressive roster of renowned artists and established jazz musicians, including Alex Clarke, Greg Abate, Simon Spillett, B.D. Lenz, Ray Gelato, Kenny Ball, John Hallam, Bobby Wellins, King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys, Tim Kliphuis, Idina Menzel, Ringo Starr, and Dave Stewart.
Bridging Classical Tradition and Improvisation
Fugue and Groove brings together classical tradition and the spirit of improvisation. At its core lies a profound appreciation for the piano repertoire - music that, though meticulously structured, often feels as if it's unfolding in real time.
Bach, for instance, was renowned for his improvisational prowess, spinning fugues and counterpoint with remarkable freedom. Similarly, Chopin's rhythmically fluid lines and Ravel's harmonies - rich with subtle jazz influences - invite a spontaneous, exploratory approach.
Inspirations from the Greats
Jazz artists like Horace Silver, with his soulful melodies and rhythmic drive, and the Modern Jazz Quartet, known for their fusion of classical forms with jazz improvisation, have also significantly influenced the trio's style. Ahmad Jamal's emphasis on space and subtlety, combined with his classical training, and Jacques Loussier's innovative blending of Bach with jazz improvisation, further inform the trio’s approach to structure, rhythm, and improvisation.
Musical Conversation and Audience Engagement
The trio thrives on musical conversation. Familiar themes are reimagined - melodies slip into unexpected grooves, ideas evolve and transform, and sometimes they veer off in entirely new directions. They respond to the audience's reactions, drawing energy from the shared experience and allowing the music to take on a life of its own. The ensemble's balance and colour provide the perfect framework, but it is the interplay between the players - their musical dialogue and energy - that brings the performance to life.
Why "Fugue & Groove"?
The name Fugue and Groove reflects the two musical worlds they explore. “Fugue” nods to classical structure and counterpoint, while “groove” evokes rhythm, vitality, and the essence of jazz. Together, they create a dynamic fusion - exactly the spirit of the trio.
A Journey for Performers and Listeners Alike
For them, Fugue and Groove isn't just about blending styles; it's about taking familiar themes into new territory, responding to each other's ideas in the moment, and inviting listeners along on a surprising, playful journey.
Recommendations
"Last night’s performance was one of the best at the club. The three of you have something special." - Pershore Jazz
"Absolutely excellent gig this evening and - believe me - I’m a good judge of audience satisfaction and it was 100%" - Bonded Warehouse, Stourbridge
Acknowledgement: The text above is taken from Fugue & Groove own website where you can find much more about them and about their forthcoming CD.
Where: Pershore Abbey (and the heating IS working again)
Date & Time: Saturday 7th March at 7:30pm (doors open 7pm)
Refreshments available in the interval
Tickets £12 (plus booking fee)
From: www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-rotary-club-of-pershore
Phone for tickets: 0333 666 3366
And from Pershore Town Hall (cash only)
