TOM OLLENDORFF QUARTET
Studio Jazz and SoundCellar Poole are excited to present rising-star guitarist Tom Ollendorff with his quartet which features acclaimed saxophonist Will Vinson (Kurt Rosenwinkel, Chris Potter, Rufus Wainwright).
This gig will take place in the Sherling Studio, Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, BH15 1UG
Ticket link below
Best known for his singular guitar voice, melodic imagination and emotional clarity, Ollendorff has become one of the most compelling young artists of his generation. His quartet features acclaimed saxophonist Will Vinson (Kurt Rosenwinkel, Chris Potter, Rufus Wainwright), alongside the in-demand rhythm section of bassist Conor Chaplin (Emma Rawicz, Billy Cobham, Jacob Collier) and drummer David Ingamells (Anthony Strong, Kate Williams, Brandon Allen).
Born in London in 1992, guitarist Tom Ollendorff graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 2015, the same year he received the Yamaha Parliamentary Jazz Scholarship. He began his professional career in London in 2016 and released his debut album A Song For You in 2021, earning international acclaim and touring widely across Europe, Asia and Australasia, including venues such as Ronnie Scott’s and festivals like Jazz à Vienne and the London Jazz Festival.
His second album, Open House (2023), featured his long-standing trio with Marc Michel (drums) and Conor Chaplin (bass), alongside special guest American saxophonist Ben Wendel. That year, he also co-led Enchanted with American drummer Ari Hoenig. In 2024, he released his first solo album, Solo Volume 1, on Ubuntu Records, followed by solo performances across Europe.
Known for his distinctive sound, Ollendorff combines technical precision with harmonic sophistication and sensitivity. His 2022 publication Etudes has sold internationally, strengthening his reputation among guitarists worldwide. He has collaborated with leading jazz artists including Aaron Parks and Tim Garland, and is a visiting tutor at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and the Royal Academy of Music.
With pre-show Q&A at 7.45pm
Tom Ollendorff: guitar
Will Vinson: alto sax
Conor Chaplin: bass
David Ingamells: drums
AMAZING OFFERS
15% pre-show food discount at The Grasshopper. Our regular host The Grasshopper, is kindly offering a 15% discount on food from their restaurant prior to every SoundCellar gig! Just show your ticket for that evening’s performance (the ticket QR code on your phone, or a printout). A table must be booked here or tel: 01202 741463 and food orders placed at least 60 minutes prior to the start time of the gig (eg by 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start).
(2) For young people: (i) U18s – FREE entry when accompanied by an adult; (ii) Age 18 to 25 – entry £10 (with NUS / TOTUM card). Simply select the relevant ticket option when booking. The offers are available for most of our gigs – please check individual listings for details. They are subject to seat availability, so for some gigs, it’s best to book early to avoid disappointment.
Parking is free at The Grasshopper but you must register your vehicle at the bar.
