Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre
This event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve, this venue is currently out of action and the event has therefore been relocated to The Faversham Assembly Rooms, Preston Street, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8PG.
For venue-related enquiries (including access, accessibility, and parking), please contact The Faversham Assembly Rooms on 01795 503286.
For a location map for The Faversham Assembly Rooms, please click HERE
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.
To read more about the fire and its effects, please click HERE
Claire Martin OBE in concert
featuring Rob Barron
“The Great American Songbook and Beyond”
Award-winning vocalist Claire Martin OBE and acclaimed pianist Rob Barron unite for ‘The Great American Songbook and Beyond’ – an evening showcasing timeless classics from Gershwin, Arlen and Cole Porter, alongside modern favourites from artists such as Joni Mitchell.
Widely hailed as one of the UK’s finest jazz singers, Claire brings her trademark sophistication, warmth, and effortless swing to the stage – whilst Rob Barron, praised for his impeccable touch, provides piano accompaniment. Together, they promise a night of expressive jazz artistry, breathing new life into a sparkling collection of standards, and beyond!
“Claire Martin ranks among the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet.” Jazz Times USA
“If there’s jazz royalty in Britain, Claire Martin is definitely ermine-clad.” Jazz UK
Lineup
Claire Martin – Vocals
Rob Barron – Piano
Part of the outstanding Jazz@TheAlex programme.
