This tune was inspired by a tour of the Canary Isles a few years ago during the Jazz Festival. This Island of Fuerteventura really captured the imagination.

Fuerteventura

Handshake is all about getting your body involved in the music- moving/shaking/clapping, however the vibe takes you!

Handshake

The title track, written by Brandon, is a laid back lilting groove with a killer melody and harmonic progression. 

Beauty In Quiet Places

Modal Tranesition is Brandon's tribute to 2 of his favourite saxophonists, Joe Henderson and John Coltrane. It's a modal burnup in the best tradition!

Modal Tranesition

Oscar's Lullaby was written by Quentin when his son, the eponymous Oscar was a newborn. As a way to gently send him to sleep, Quentin would softly play the tune at the piano. 

Oscars Lullaby

'Don't Behave' was originally entitled 'I Don't Behave Like This At Home' and was written by Brandon as a tribute to his impeccable behaviour when he's out and about......

Don't Behave

This tune is a little theme that the QCBA boys use as a play on/off when performing. Perhaps it will be further developed in time, watch this space!

Amuse Bouche

This track title acts as a metaphor. When Quentin's cat places her paw on his face in digust, he knows that therein lies a deeper truth!

The Paw Of Discontent

QCBA are: Quentin Collins- trumpet; Brandon Allen- tenor/soprano sax; Ross Stanley- Hammond organ; Enzo Zirilli- drums
We play original contemporary jazz/bop. We are based in London. 