Omar featuring the Quentin Collins/Brandon Allen Quartet April 20, 2013

Omar (MBE) is an internationally acclaimed British soul singer, songwriter and musician. He is perhaps, best known for his debut single "There's Nothing Like This". The collaboration between Omar and the dynamic QCBA Quartet has included performances throughout Europe and sell out shows at the group's two main residencies, The Last Days of Decadence and the Hideaway.
Omar (MBE) is an internationally acclaimed British soul singer, songwriter and musician. He is perhaps, best known for his debut single "There's Nothing Like This". The collaboration between Omar and the dynamic QCBA Quartet has included performances throughout Europe and sell out shows at the group's two main residencies, The Last Days of Decadence and the Hideaway.
Omar grew up in Canterbury, Kent. He learned his craft classically, playing the trumpet, piano and percussion. After studying at the Identity Drama School, on 11 June 2009, Omar made his acting debut in Ch Walker's musical, Been So Long In 2012, the Quentin Collins/Brandon Allen Quartet completed a 34 date National/European Tour to promote their debut album "What's it gonna be?".
The group were recently featured on "Jazz Lineup" for BBC Radio as part of the Scarborough Jazz Festival. The quartet have collaborated with other artists including Paloma Faith, Liane Caroll, Antonio Forcione, James Torme, Gwyneth Herbert, Soweto Kinch and Dennis Rollins.
Their second album will be released in 2013, followed by promotional dates.
Omar (vocals/keys), Quentin Collins (trumpet), Brandon Allen (saxophone/flute), Ross Stanley (organ), Enzo Zirilli (drums).
Doors Open 7:00pm / Show Time 8:00pm