Tutors

Nette Robinson

Vocalist

A distinctive and versatile vocalist known for her clarity, emotional depth and storytelling. She worked closely with Michael Garrick MBE, performing his settings of poetry and arrangements of songs by Bill Evans, Kenny Wheeler and Jaco Pastorius as the Lyric Trio. She continues to perform with Meredith White, with repertoire including poetry settings by Tony Woods and classical composers. Nette also leads a celebration of Chet Baker, her Little Big Band reimagining Ellington and Basie classics, and a trio performing Russian songs in the original language.

Meredith White

Piano & Vocals

Jazz pianist, singer and composer who draws influence from a wide range of styles and repertoire. After gaining a scholarship to study classical piano at the Royal Academy of Music, she moved into jazz and has since performed in most of the London jazz venues, working with Cleo Laine, Norma Winstone, Shireen Francis, Sarah Moule and Dave O'Higgins. Meredith has been a senior lecturer at Kingston University and an examiner/arranger for the Associated Board jazz syllabus, continuing to be involved in jazz education.

Tony Woods

Saxophone & Flute

Born in Southampton, Tony grew up playing folk music with his father from age five. A graduate of Keele University, Leeds College of Music and The Guildhall School of Music, he received awards for saxophone, outstanding performance and the soloist's prize at the Dunkirk International Jazz Festival. His compositions blend Jazz, Classical, and European & English folk music traditions. The Tony Woods Project has recorded four acclaimed albums—'High Seas', 'Lowlands', 'Wind Shadows', and 'Hidden Fires'—with airplay on BBC Radio 3, Jazz FM, and UK Jazz Radio. The Jazz Mann: 'Woods' writing is colourful, imaginative and inventive... frequently masterful.' ★★★★