record at the famous 100 Club. Tatler’s endorsement of them as one of the ten best bands in Britain to book for one’s wedding promised to be a breakthrough and, indeed, duly led to an enquiry. Such is the power of publicity.

In 2006 he teamed up with the noted misanthrope Mike Willox, famous (not very) for being someone’s son, to produce his second album, of groovy jazz standards in a quintet format named MGQ. These are in the

cupboard under the stairs.

Since then, the musical aggregation Custard has emerged to general disinterest amongst the general public. The highlights have been the annual big band concerts at the 100 Club where original arrangements by Felix Rigg illuminate the attributes of self-confessed singers, the Custard Tarts. It should be mentioned that many of Trumpet’s under-achievements have been played out alongside the watchful glaze (he wears thick specs and drinks a lot) of the talented Mr. Rigg, his oft-time sidekick

who can read music.

To bring circumstances full circle the self-styled Lord Mayfair, landlord of the Grosvenor Arms, W1, has installed Trumpet’s four piece jazz trio at his pub/folly where they are currently booked to perform on the second Wednesday of every month ad infinitum or until a better offer comes along. Probably ad infinitum.

back to the start...

NEWS

*** NEWS FLASH : GOVERNMENT APPROVAL ***

Trumpet gains government seal of approval as his big band serenades
Samantha and Dave (yes, Cameron) on the occasion of her birthday.

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***PHOTOS : The Custard Big Band at the 100 Club ***

Click here to see Sophie Spencer Wood's photos of
the Custard Big Band performing live at the 100 Club
on Saturday 11th February 2012.

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Cannes 2013 Highlight

Greg booked to play at the Cannes launch of Behind the Candelabra.
Michael Douglas and Matt Damon briefly allowed to forget Liberace's music.

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International award winning graphic design house seals
sponsorship deal with Greg The Trumpet (aka Davis).

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2012 GIGS

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End of Term : Shampers : Friday 21st December

Pre-Xmas lunch time decadence at Shampers. Fine wine and food.

Shampers Xmas gig 2012 in full swing at 4pm.

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Sunday 9th December 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

Greg is delighted to announce another of his bi-monthly residences at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice.
Sunday Night Jazz is on the second and last Sundays of the month. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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*** CHRISTMAS SPECIAL *** Saturday 8th December 2012 : The 100 Club

Tickets available on the 100 Club website for the annual big band extravaganza. Cheaper to buy in advance...

It all kicked off at 9pm.

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Sunday 25th November 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 11th November 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 28th October 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 14th October 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Saturday 13th October 2012, 9pm : The Chelsea Arts Club

The spiritual home of the visual artist, The Chelsea Arts Club, confers its esteemed patronage.
Set commences at 9pm.

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Saturday 6th October 2012, 7.30pm : The Hampshire Hog, Hammersmith

Greg wipes tears of joy from his eyes to announce a gig at the luminous and radiant The Hampshire Hog.
Set at 7.30pm.

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Sunday 30th September 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Wednesday 26th September 2012, 7pm : Shampers

Greg is practically overwhelmed to announce a set at the iconic West End favourite Shampers.
Kick off 7pm.

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***SUMMER RESIDENCY*** Saturday 4th August 2012, 7.30pm : The Hampshire Hog in Hammersmith

Greg is delighted to announce a summer residency with the Sandy Burnett band at The Hampshire Hog
in King Street, Hammersmith. The first Saturday of the month starting August, 7.30 kick-off.

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Sunday 29th July 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 29th July 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 8th July 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 24th June 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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Sunday 10th June 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz @ Le Caprice

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 27th May 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the second of his increasingly hard to count bi-monthly residences at the truly
legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz is on the second and last Sundays of the month. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 13th May 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the first of his now bi-monthly residences at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz will be on the second and last Sundays of the month. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 29th April 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the fourth of his monthly residences at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz will be on the last Sunday of the month for an initial 6 months. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 25th March 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the third of his monthly residences at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz will be on the last Sunday of the month for an initial 6 months. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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Saturday 10th March 2012, 9pm : Kensington Roof Gardens

A Full Band Live Showcase at Kensington Roof Gardens. On stage at 9.00 sharp.
Click here to BOOK NOW. Tickets £10.00 using promo offer code : ROOF.
(You must select PROMO OFFER as the 'Type of Ticket' and enter ROOF as the 'Promotion Code' to get the discount.)

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 26th February 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the second of his monthly residences at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz will be on the last Sunday of the month for an initial 6 months. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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Saturday 11th February 2012, 9pm : The Custard Big Band

The Custard 17 piece Big Band weaves its magic spell at the world famous 100 Club in Oxford Street. Custard Tarts on vocals, original arrangements by Felix Rigg, MC Greg 'The Trumpet' Davis. 9pm start. Tickets cheaper by online purchase.

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***RESIDENCY*** Sunday 29th January 2012, 7.45pm and 9.30pm : Sunday Night Jazz ***RESIDENCY***

Greg is delighted to announce the start of a monthly residence at the truly legendary restaurant Le Caprice. Sunday Night Jazz will be on the last Sunday of the month for an initial 6 months. Sets at 7.45 and 9.30.

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