Tim Kliphuis Trio
Biographies
The Tim Kliphuis Trio are one of the world’s top string groups, combining
jaw-dropping virtuosity and mesmerizing improvisations with a beautifully
varied repertoire sourced from classical, gypsy jazz and folk.
The Trio’s electrifying performances and remarkable audience rapport
have made them firm favourites on the festival scene. Highlights include
the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, a collaboration with the Netherlands
Chamber Orchestra, Edinburgh Jazz Festival, Richard Strauss Festival and
Baltimore Fiddle Festival.
“Winningly playful and technically brilliant” - The Scotsman
“The most breathtaking instrumental show you’ll hear this year”
- Washington Post
“The legitimate heir to Grappelli’s crown” - Acoustic Magazine
Dutchman Tim Kliphuis (violin) breathes new life into existing styles with a
high-energy blend of classical, gypsy jazz and folk music. His improvised sound is
totally new and has popular appeal. Classically trained and widely regarded as
Stéphane Grappelli’s heir, Kliphuis first made his name playing with the fiery
European gypsy guitarists, then developed a more personal style which has
taken him on a busy touring schedule around the world. The Richard Strauss
festival were the first to commission Tim’s trademark improvisations on classical
music, which now include Vivaldi, Vaughan Williams, R. Strauss, Britten and
many others.
Tim has shared the stage with legends Frankie Gavin, Richard Galliano and Les
Paul and has been lauded for his musical genius by Nigel Kennedy. He is still in
touch with the traditional Sinti gypsies through regular performances with The
Rosenberg Trio.
An in-demand educator, Kliphuis is the author of best-selling book Stéphane
Grappelli Gypsy Jazz Violin, the much-praised ‘Hot Jazz Violin’ DVDs and Jazz
Etudes on video. His workshops have been featured at festivals, conservatoires
and summer courses in the USA, Canada, UK, South Africa, Switzerland, Japan and
Europe. Tim holds the Jazz violin chair at Tilburg Conservatoire and hosts an
annual sell-out Gypsy Jazz violin camp back home in Holland every August.
Nigel Clark (guitar) has worked with some of the biggest names in jazz and pop
throughout the last 15 years and has toured the world as a leader, sideman and
accompanist. After stints with folk and jazz groups as a student, Nigel joined the
charting Scottish band Hue & Cry in 1987, and became their arranger and
guitarist for the next four years. Nigel’s visibility in the pop world led to high
profile collaborations with Maire Brennan (the singer with Clannad), Scottish
singer-songwriter Carol Laula and American legend Gloria Gaynor.
After switching to the nylon-strung guitar, Nigel formed his own acoustic group
Worldwide Sound, which climbed to #4 on the UK charts. Since then, he has
shared the stage with a host of jazz stars including Carla Bley, Steve Swallow,
guitarists Jan Akkerman and Philip Catherine. A lasting musical connection was
formed with legendary Scottish vocalist Carol Kidd, including many albums and
extensive tours of the Far East. Nigel also was a driving force behind the Scottish
Guitar Quartet, and has recently released his first solo album “Under the Stars”.
His continuing tours and recordings with Tim Kliphuis reinforce his love of
Django Reinhardt and give him the improvisational canvas his style demands.
Roy Percy (double bass) has been a driving force in many bands since the
1980s. Starting out in the New Orleans tradition, he soon added Swing, Big Band
and Jump-Jive to his repertoire, leading to collaborations with UK jazz names
Forrie Cairns, Alan Barnes and David Newton. As well as touring UK and
European Festivals, Roy has been a frequent transatlantic visitor, appearing at
the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, L.A.’s ‘Sweet and Hot’ Festival and Canada’s Victoria
Jazz Festival. Nearer home, he has worked with many visiting international jazz
musicians at the Edinburgh Jazz Festival including Duke Heitger, Evan
Christopher, Bob Barnard and Marty Grosz.
Roy brings raw street rhythms and infectious grooves from New Orleans to the
Trio’s style. His unique bass slapping techniques, unrivalled in Europe, and his
subtle dynamic feel make for a great range of emotions.
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