Yamaha Jazz Scholars Nominated for 2010 Mercury Prize
27 July 2010

An album recorded by two Yamaha Jazz Scholars, Kit Downes (piano) and Calum Gourlay (double bass), who along with drummer James Maddren comprise 'The Kit Downes Trio' has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2010 Mercury Prize, alongside artists such as Dizzee Rascal, Paul Weller and The XX. The winner of the £20,000 prize will be announced on 7 September.

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Yamaha Presents Acclaimed pianist John Taylor and Special Guest Diana Torto at The 606 Jazz Club!
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Yamaha's innovative partnership with Chelsea's award winning 606 Club continues on Thursday 15th January with a not to be missed evening featuring multi-award winning Pianist John Taylor with a very special guest appearance by Diana.

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Yamaha have announced a series of chamber music concerts to be held throughout February, March and April in their recital room housed within Yamaha London at Chappell, on Wardour Street, Soho.