Origami

Adam Simmons – alto sax, bass clarinet
Howard Cairns – double bass
Hugh Harvey – drums

 Origami is the most recent of Adam Simmons’ various projects, which include the Adam Simmons Quartet, New Blood, Collider, La Société des Antipodes and the renowned Adam Simmons Toy Band. He has contributed to numerous ensembles and recordings over many years, including in recent times: Gotye, John McAll’s Black Money, Kutcha Edwards, bucketrider and many others.

Howard Cairns, a bandleader in his own right as well as a pivotal member of Way Out West, brings a beautifully gentle strength in his bass playing that helps to define the sound of Origami. Founding drummer, Anthony Baker, has unfortunately withdrawn from regular duties with Origami, but the incoming Hugh Harvey complements the trio’s sound with ease, bringing his own exuberant style to the group.

“Simmons is no stranger having been on the Melbourne scene since the 1990’s but this could be his defining moment. Origami, with masterly technique, embraces some of the most vital aspects of jazz tradition and yet has an utterly contemporary relevance. Swing, groove, interplay, self-expression, and in the example of past masters such as Rollins, has embraced pop without compromising artistic integrity.”
Peter Wockner – Limelight Magazine, 2012

Origami

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