Miles Pillinger [Afro-Brazilian jazz]
Wednesday 19th August
Doors at 7pm
Performance 8-10pm (with interval)
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Miles Pillinger
“Miles Pillinger’s drum work is a master class in rythmic control juxtaposed with wild abandon. Few drummers can manage this, and it is a very impressive performance” – Louder than war
Manchester born drummer, composer and winner of the 2025 Peter Wittingham award, Miles Pillinger intertwines raw improvisation with rich, uplifting rhythms and melodies of Brazil. Miles’ playing takes influences from Hermeto Pascoal, Max Roach, Chick Corea, creating a melodic, creative sound described as ‘The voice of the Youth’ (Nikki Yeoh).
Since graduating from Leeds Conservatoire in 2023, Miles has already made a huge impact on the UK jazz scene. Currently based in London, he is quickly becoming a go-to drummer on the scene. Playing with artists such as Olivia Cuttill, Tara lily, Nikki Yeoh, Mica Millar, Chip Wickham and the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, With the ability to seamlessly change between any genre.
Having grown up in a musical household, listening to the likes of Wayne Shorter, Miles Davis, Joshua Redman from a young age, he has always been deeply rooted in jazz. During his studies in Leeds, he became fascinated in Brazilian Music. This led him to live and study in Brazil In 2025 to further deepen his understanding of Brazilian music and culture.
His upcoming debut album ‘Belonging’ highlights the importance of what and who makes you feel you, conveyed through his Afro-Brazilian jazz inspired compositions.
His 2023 debut EP ‘Sunrise’ demonstrates his ability to combine singable, meaningful melodies alongside colourful improvisation inviting you into a unique sound world unlike any other.
“Drummer Miles Pillinger is fast becoming one of the ‘go-to’ drummers on the London circuit” – Soundcellar
Line up:
Olivia Cuttill – trumpet
Benjy Sandler – saxophone
Josh vadiveloo – bass
Miles Pillinger – drums
Piano – tbc
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Ticket and Venue information:
- You can request to be seated in ‘Dizzy’ (raked theatre), ‘Duke’ (side wall), ‘Billie’ (front of stage) or ‘Mingus’ (near piano) and we will do our best to allocate you to your chosen seats.
- Though we can guarantee that you will have a table, we cannot guarantee exactly where, as we do our best to fulfil all customers requirements
- Seating in ‘Ella’ or ‘Satchmo’ (by the windows) is allocated last, unless specifically requested. Please note, a few of these seats are restricted view
- All seats are at a table or bar where you can order food and drink with table service
- You can view a seating plan here
SPECIAL ACCESS NEEDS
- Please email bookings@peggysskylight.co.uk to reserve a suitable seat for you and your party
- We have an accessible toilet on the ground floor
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