Henry Spencer

Contemporary jazz — Back in France, acclaimed trumpeter Henry Spencer presents his latest masterpiece, ‘The Defector’, following a triumphant international tour.

Henry Spencer is returning to France as part of his European tour.

Henry Spencer has presented his latest album, The Defector (‘A masterpiece’ – Jazz in Europe), following several international tours, television and radio broadcasts, and growing audiences and recognition around the world. For his previous releases, he worked in New York with Dave Darlington, a multiple GRAMMY Award winner whose collaborations include Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter. His albums have received enthusiastic critical acclaim internationally:

‘Spencer is one of the great talents of the British jazz scene, and is enjoying growing recognition. Listen to the genius of Spencer.’ – InMusic (DE)

‘A contender for album of the year.’ – All About Jazz

For The Defector, Henry Spencer collaborated with Jon Kelly (whose credits include Michael Jackson, Kate Bush, Paul McCartney, John Lennon and Richard Ashcroft), co-producer Paul Whalley (a multiple platinum-selling producer who regularly works with leading international artists) and composer George Stevenson (who has received commissions from the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, among others).

‘Dazzling’ – The Guardian & The Observer

‘Expansive music that demands a setting to match: the big festival stages and theatres welcome it with open arms.’ – Jazzwise

‘New heights. With The Defector, he comes very close to the summit here. The result, in a word, is intense.’ – All About Jazz

Henry Spencer’s singular and deeply personal approach gives his music a rare and striking force, capable of both moving the listener deeply and making them feel it.

He explains:

‘I am primarily interested in music driven by a sincere emotional intention, which speaks of authentic experiences.