Tom Skinner & Voices Of Bishara (UK)

A member of The Smile, along with Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood (Radiohead), co-founder of the groundbreaking Sons Of Kemet and a key figure in the London jazz scene, he will present the new album of the most interesting ensemble in contemporary British jazz.

British drummer and composer Tom Skinner arrives with his solo project Voices of Bishara, one of the most interesting ensembles in contemporary London jazz, which combines jazz, electronics and African influences, aka how far jazz can go that is not afraid of the future.

Tom Skinner has been a key figure in the London jazz scene for two decades. Co-founder of the groundbreaking Sons of Kemet, a sought-after collaborator with top electronic producers, author of his own unconventional projects (Hello Skinny) and last but not least, a member of the experimental rock formation The Smile. His first solo album released under his own name Voices of Bishara (2022) was considered by critics to be one of the best jazz albums of the year. He arrives with a new album Kaleidoscopic Visions (2025) and will perform with an unusual lineup:

Tom Skinner – drums, percussion
Tom Herbert – double bass
Francesca Ter Berg / Kareem Dayes – cello
Chelsea Carmichael – tenor saxophone, flute
Robert Stillman – tenor saxophone, bass clarinet

Tuesday 19. 5. ** B. Martinů Concert Hall ** 7:00 PM ** admission 220 CZK ** advance ticket sale from 2. 3.