Scenes 10. Will Abell on jazz music culture
Oct 18, 2022
Will Abell, co-founder of Ostrich Records and a key player in the UK jazz scene, discusses the vibrant culture of jazz and its evolution. He shares his personal journey into record collecting and how jam sessions foster community and creativity. Will emphasizes jazz as a medium for personal expression, breaking down the myth of its inaccessibility. He highlights the genre's influence on various styles, from hip-hop to metal, and gives recommendations for jazz albums and events to explore, encouraging listeners to dive into this dynamic music culture.
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First Record-Shop Spark
- Will Abell remembers buying three CDs as a kid which sparked his obsession with collecting music.
- That early treat led directly to his lifelong record-collecting habit and founding Ostrich Records.
Introduced Through Conservatoire Friends
- Will credits friend Will Markham and Birmingham Conservatoire jam nights for pulling him into jazz.
- Hanging out with student musicians and attending gigs made jazz social and accessible to him.
Jazz As Personal Voice
- Jazz excels as a medium for artists to express a personal voice through instruments.
- Will values jazz's tradition-based, community-driven progression and collaborative spirit.