The Genesis: Harold Winston Beckett (St Michael Parish, Barbados). Since 1954, a British resident. HARRY BECKETT is a prominent figure in British jazz for more than two decades. He is a highly respected and well-known trumpet and flugel player in the country. The UK Scene in its Early Years Harry began his career gigging in London nightclubs. His first major honor came in 1961, when Charles Mingus visited Britain to film All Night Long. He chose Harry to be his drummer. He has been a studio musician and has toured with many bands since then. Beckett was named the Top Trumpeter in Britain by Melody Maker Jazz Poll in 1972. Harry’s unique and personal playing has been a strong part of some of the most successful and respected bands in recent years. He has played with Graham Collier’s different groups, including the John Surman Octet and New Jazz Orchestra; Mike Westbrook and his Band; Stan Tracey and Octet’s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Octet”s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Octet’s Big Band and Chris Eiton and Dean’s Dean’s Big Bands and gig and with several line-ups. Beckettttt’s and is a well-known and is a popular and is a prominent and in London and Provinces. Jazz fans, musicians, and critics all appreciate his professional, warm approach and sincere personality. His music has been shared all over the globe. He’s performed at numerous Jazz Festivals on continents like Nice, Montruex and Imolo. Harry Beckett is a gifted musician who shares his talents with both young and old. He gives recitals and lectures in jazz workshops when he is not on tour. He is indeed an Ace! from www.hwbeckett.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk
