James Pearson is not someone you easily forget; whether it's his mesmerising fingers dancing across the piano, his 'indefatigable' energy (as quoted by The Times) or the wealth of stories he has to share about all the great musicians that ever existed, you will.

Artistic Director, composer, pianist, musician in residence... it seems unconceivable he is able to fit it all in a day, yet he does with a huge smile. In this episode, we will delve into his career that's brought him to travel globally, his arrival and ascension at Ronnie Scott's and the evolution of Jazz music, the whole interspersed with live piano tunes, ranging from Gershwin to bebop. You can absolutely stand up and dance along. Happy listening!

James's website: http://www.jamespearsonmusic.com/

Some of the few great musicians he collaborated with:

- Dame Cleo Lane

- Elvin Jones

- Gregory Porter

His favourite musicians:

- Fats Waller

- Oscar Peterson

- Vladimir Horowitz

And his go to film, with Dudley Moore, his contagious laughter (and a scene where you see his great piano skills) and Liza Minnelli: Arthur