Elia Do Mar and Ollie Tooley Quintet

Fresh Hard Bop from London’s Rising Jazz Stars

The Elia Do Mar and Ollie Tooley Quintet bring the energy, swing and soulful melodies of hard bop to Toulouse Lautrec.

Following the release of their album Progressions, the quintet have gained growing recognition across the London jazz scene, performing at venues including the 606 Club, PizzaExpress Jazz Club Soho and MAP Studio Café.

Drawing inspiration from jazz greats such as Art Blakey, Lee Morgan, Hank Mobley, Red Garland and Philly Joe Jones, the group combines driving rhythms, vibrant horn arrangements and expressive improvisation with fresh original compositions. Expect an exciting evening celebrating the hard bop tradition through the sound of some of London’s most promising young jazz musicians.