Synopsis

Nubya Garcia, a British saxophonist, composer, DJ, and bandleader, stands as a luminous figure in the current wave of jazz innovation. Critics often invoke the names of legends like Sonny Rollins and Dexter Gordon when describing her artistry. The New York Times has lauded her as a ‘major voice,’ and she has forged a distinctive style of ‘eclectic, danceable, political jazz,’ weaving together threads from Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Tonight, she makes her debut at the Proms.