Shirley Smart's Quanta

Shirley Smart's Quanta

Shirley Smart - cello Dominic Ingham - violin Ben Smith - piano

An innovative piano trio blending classical masterworks with cross-genre improvisation across jazz, folk, and original compositions. Featuring three of the UK’s leading classical improvisers, Quanta brings a fresh, contemporary approach to the traditional piano trio recital format. _______________________

Shirley Smart – Cello Recognised as one of the UK’s most creative cellists, Shirley Smart seamlessly bridges classical, jazz, and Middle Eastern traditions. Trained under Raphael Wallfisch and Janos Starker, as well as alongside Avishai Cohen and Yasmin Levy, later collaborating with Mulatu Astatke and Neil Cowley. Following her critically acclaimed trio album Long Story Short, her festival appearances include the EFG London Jazz Festival and Cheltenham Festival. She also teaches at the Royal College of Music and Trinity Laban.