Callum Allardice Elementa Album Release
Acclaimed guitarist and composer Callum Allardice presents his exciting new album Elementa.
A three-time winner of the APRA Composition Competition and recipient of the Recorded Music NZ Te Kaipuoro Tautito Toa | Best Jazz Music Artist award with his group The Jac, Callum needs no introduction. This tour celebrates his latest quartet album, Elementa, a compelling follow-up to his acclaimed album for jazz orchestra and strings, Cinematic Light Orchestra, both recorded during his composer residency at New Zealand School of Music - Te Kōkī.
Drawing influences from Blonde Redhead, Brian Blade, and Terrence Blanchard, the new album is imbued with moody cinematic drama and features folksy, song-like melodies set over rich, sweeping harmony. Joining Callum are long-time collaborators pianist Luke Sweeting (Sydney), double bassist Thomas Botting (Sydney), and Hikurangi Schaverien-Kaa (Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington) rounding out the quartet on drums.
Don’t miss the opportunity to see this dynamic and interactive group join forces from across the Tasman!
