LIJF 2025: The Shapes of Jazz to Come (Exhibition)

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The Shapes of Jazz To Come is an solo exhibition of work by Liverpool based artist and musician Bob Whittaker in the Capstone Building Reception taking place throughout February 2025 to coincide with Liverpool International Jazz Festival 2025.

Each painting starts with a fragment or opening theme of a song. Musical notes are precisely measured into geometric shapes, creating a visual mirror of the auditory experience. Pitch, rhythm, and expression of the music are translated into angular forms with a predominantly monochromatic palette consistent with musicians' manuscript. This approach allows the artist to share the essence of improvised music in a fresh, visual format. The paintings invite viewers to not only see the music but to feel its rhythm and flow in a new dimension.