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Alexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection

Alexander William Tamba Dankworth, son of renowned band leader Johnnie Dankworth and singer Cleo Laine, has carved his own path in the world of jazz

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Band leader Johnnie Dankworth and his wife, the singer Cleo Laine

Band leader Johnnie Dankworth and his wife, the singer Cleo Laine, pictured with their new born son. 18th May 1960

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Mark Nightingale Quintet, Splash Point Jazz, The Fishermans Eastbourne, 30th June 2021

Mark Nightingale Quintet, Splash Point Jazz, The Fishermans Eastbourne, 30th June 2021
Graham Harvey, Callum Au, Alec Dankworth, Mark Nightingale, Sebastiaan de Krom, Splash Point Jazz The Fishermans Eastbourne, Mark Nightingale Quintet, 30th June 2021

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: John Dankworth, Norwich, July 2007. Creator: Brian Foskett

John Dankworth, Norwich, July 2007. Creator: Brian Foskett
John Dankworth, Norwich, July 2007

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: John and Alec Dankworth, Brecon Jazz Festival, Wales, 1995. Creator: Brian Foskett

John and Alec Dankworth, Brecon Jazz Festival, Wales, 1995. Creator: Brian Foskett
John and Alec Dankworth, Brecon Jazz Festival, Wales, 1995

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworh, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett

Alec Dankworh, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett
Alec Dankworh, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett

Alec Dankworth, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008. Creator: Brian Foskett
Alec Dankworth, Stan Reynolds Big Band, New Milton, Hampshire, 2008

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: John Critchinson, Stan Tracey, Simon Spillett and Alec Dankworth, February 11, 2017

John Critchinson, Stan Tracey, Simon Spillett and Alec Dankworth, February 11, 2017
John Critchinson, Stan Tracey, Simon Spillett and Alec Dankworth, National Jazz Archive fundraising gig, Loughton Methodist Church, Loughton, Essex, February 11, 2017

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, NJA fundraising gig, Loughton, Essex, November 2, 2017. Artist: Brian O Connor

Alec Dankworth, NJA fundraising gig, Loughton, Essex, November 2, 2017. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alec Dankworth, National Jazz Archive fundraising gig, Loughton Methodist Church, Loughton, Essex, November 2, 2017

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, Love Supremem Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, July 2015

Alec Dankworth, Love Supremem Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, July 2015. Winner of British Jazz Awards 2015

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Chico Freeman, Alec Dankworth and Peter King, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2006

Chico Freeman, Alec Dankworth and Peter King, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2006

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, 2014. Artist: Brian O Connor

Alec Dankworth, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, 2014. Artist: Brian O Connor
Alec Dankworth, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, 2014

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: C Allard, E Dankworth, C Garrick, M Lockheart, A Dankworth and D Garcia, Watermill Jazz Club, 2014

C Allard, E Dankworth, C Garrick, M Lockheart, A Dankworth and D Garcia, Watermill Jazz Club, 2014
Chris Allard, Emily Dankworth, Chris Garrick, Mark Lockheart, Alec Dankworth and Demi Garcia, Watermill Jazz Club, Dorking, Surrey, 2014

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Cleo Laine and Alec Dankworth, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2008

Cleo Laine and Alec Dankworth, Brecon Jazz Festival, Powys, Wales, 2008

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Cleo Laine and Alec Dankworth, The Globe, London, 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor

Cleo Laine and Alec Dankworth, The Globe, London, 2000. Artist: Brian O Connor
Cleo Laine and Alec Dankworth, The Globe, London, 2000

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: John Horler, Tony Kinsey, Alec Dankworth and John Dankworth performing in London, 1985

John Horler, Tony Kinsey, Alec Dankworth and John Dankworth performing in London, 1985
John Horler (piano), Tony Kinsey (drums), Alec Dankworth (double bass) and John Dankworth (saxophone) performing in London, 1985

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Bassist Alec Dankworth at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 14 April 1991

Bassist Alec Dankworth at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 14 April 1991

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Cleo Laine, John Dankworth, Tim Garland and Alec Dankworth, The Globe, London, 2008

Cleo Laine, John Dankworth, Tim Garland and Alec Dankworth, The Globe, London, 2008

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth

Alec Dankworth, 2008. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Alec Dankworth, Wigan International Jazz Festival, 2008

Background imageAlexander William Tamba Dankworth Collection: Alec Dankworth, 2007. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth

Alec Dankworth, 2007. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Alec Dankworth, Wigan International Jazz Festival, 2007


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Alexander William Tamba Dankworth, son of renowned band leader Johnnie Dankworth and singer Cleo Laine, has carved his own path in the world of jazz. With a lineage steeped in musical excellence, it comes as no surprise that Alec has become a prominent figure in the industry. From his early days with the Mark Nightingale Quintet to his performances at venues like Splash Point Jazz and The Fishermans Eastbourne on June 30th, 2021, Alec's talent shines through every note he plays. His dedication to his craft is evident in every performance he delivers. Alec's collaborations with legendary musicians such as Chico Freeman and Peter King have further solidified his reputation as a versatile and skilled bassist. Whether performing at the Brecon Jazz Festival or joining forces with the Stan Reynolds Big Band in New Milton, Hampshire, Alec's presence on stage is captivating. In addition to being an accomplished musician himself, Alec has also been involved in various fundraising gigs for organizations like NJA. His commitment to using music as a force for good is truly inspiring. Throughout his career, Alec Dankworth has graced stages all over the world. From Love Supreme Jazz Festival at Glynde Place to Watermill Jazz Club in Dorking and beyond, audiences have been captivated by his melodic prowess. With each passing year, Alec continues to push boundaries and explore new horizons within jazz music. Collaborating with esteemed artists like John Critchinson and Simon Spillett showcases not only his versatility but also highlights the respect he garners from fellow musicians. As we look back on moments captured by talented photographers like Brian Foskett and Brian O Connor throughout Alec's journey - whether it be alongside his father John during their performance at Norwich in July 2007 or sharing the stage with other incredible talents at events such as Brecon Jazz Festival - we are reminded of just how impactful this musician has been.