Rising Voice of Contemporary Jazz JASMINE MYRA at Paribu Art on April 8
Leeds-based saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Jasmine Myra is part of one of the most creative music communities in Northern England. Growing up on the city’s interdisciplinary and energetic scene, Myra draws inspiration from diverse names like Bonobo, Ólafur Arnalds, and Kenny Wheeler in her original instrumental compositions. This wide-ranging palette combines emotional intensity, lightness, and a sense of rising optimism to create Jasmine Myra’s distinctive atmosphere.
Recently joining Gondwana Records, Myra works with A&R and producer Matthew Halsall, who has discovered international acts like GoGo Penguin, Mammal Hands, and Hania Rani. This collaboration deepens Myra’s compositions, which move between modern jazz and electronic and orchestral tones, steering her toward a powerful artistic direction. The saxophone’s warm, clear tone, combined with the tight chemistry of her young and talented ensemble, creates a stage presence that is both serene and dynamic.
Jasmine Myra’s performance at Paribu Art invites listeners to explore the emotive, bright, and cinematic side of contemporary jazz. This special gathering on April 8 offers a unique chance to experience one of the freshest and most compelling voices on the UK jazz scene live.