Corto.Alto Live in Bedford

Corto.alto, the Glasgow-born music project led by multi-instrumentalist Liam Shortall, brings its genre-blending sound to Bedford. Shortall's debut album "Bad With Names" was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize "Album Of The Year" 2024, showcasing his inventive fusion of jazz, electronic, and experimental elements.

Attendees can expect a dynamic live performance featuring Shortall on trombone, bass guitar, and effects, alongside a rotating cast of musicians including drummer Graham Costello (of STRATA), keyboardist Fergus McCreadie, and horn players James Copus, Harry Weir, and Mateusz Sobieski. The project's name, a pun on Shortall's surname, hints at the playful yet intricate nature of the music.

This concert offers a rare chance to experience an artist at the forefront of the UK's contemporary jazz scene in an intimate setting. With its Mercury Prize recognition and critically acclaimed debut, corto.alto promises an evening of inventive, boundary-pushing music.