Drummer/composer/bandleader Niko Schauble’s latest project brings together four exciting musicians, playing a selection of lesser-known standards and new originals by Schauble.

Their combined musical backgrounds – together with the bass-less format of the ensemble – will create a setting which allows for unique and surprising twists and turns.

Phil Noy (alto sax) is an in-demand soloist in a wide range of styles, from Marc Hannaford to The Bamboos, while Mirko Guerrini (tenor sax) has an impressive list of international credits from his career in Italy (such as Stefano Bollani). Stephen Magnusson (guitar) has been a longtime collaborator of Schauble’s, performing in several on his projects (including the acclaimed “Night Music” album with Enrico Rava). Schauble has led his own ensembles (Tibetan Dixie, Papa Carlo, Quattro Club), as well as recordings with the Australian Art Orchestra, Paul Grabowsky, and Arthur Blythe.