Projects

Tom Ward Septet - Consisting of Tom Ward (Piano), James Romaine (Alto), Giulia Marro (Clarinet), James Borland (Trumpet), Ben Love (Bass), Joe Hiles (Guitar) and Michael MacCourt (Drums), the Tom Ward Septet have just recorded an album featuring Tom’s original music, drawing inspiration from John Kirby and Duke Ellington. The band have already played a sellout show and are looking forward to their further upcoming gigs.

Tom Ward Giulia Marro Duo - Tom (Piano) and Giulia (Clarinet) are two up and coming musicians on the UK Jazz scene. They both share a love for pre-bebop music and have played together as a duo all over the UK

Pete Horsfall Septet - Pete Horsfall is one of the leading trumpet players in the UK Jazz scene today. In September 2024, Horsfall formed a septet featuring some of the UK’s most established musicians. Pete Horsfall (Trumpet), Tom Ward (Piano), Dan Higham (Trombone), Giulia Marro (Clarinet), Luke McCarthy (Drums), Martin Wheatley (Guitar) and Ben Love (Bass). The band predominantly play the music of 1940s and 50s band leader Eddie Condon as well as other music of that era. Pete’s septet have already played multiple sell out shows throughout the UK.

Tom Ward Solo - Tom is one of the leading stride pianists in the UK today and is influenced by the music of Fats Waller, Teddy Wilson and Art Tatum. Tom plays solo shows regularly in some of London’s hottest spots.

Tom Ward Trio - Tom Ward (Piano), Ben Love (Bass) and Joe Hiles (Guitar) all share a love for the piano trios of Nat King Cole and Art Tatum. They each bring their unique voices to create fun, swinging music.

Giulia Marro Quartet - Giulia Marro is an exciting new talent on the UK Jazz scene, who is due to release her debut album on 25th March . The quartet consists of Giulia Marro (Clarinet), Tom Ward (Piano), Honey Boulton (Guitar) and Ben Love (Bass). This project is unique and captivating with its drum-less lineup and West coast inspired sound. With a debut album on the way and a UK tour lined up, the future of this project looks very bright.

We Groove You Move - This Band was formed by Bassist Arnie Somogyi in 2023 and features Tom Ward (Piano), Arnie Somogyi (Bass), Joe Hiles (Guitar), Josh Rose (Drums) and Kefan Hu (Percussion). The band, which features Tom at the centre, are inspired by the music of Erroll Garner and have played throughout the UK.