SPIN CLUB OXFORD NOV @2006
Playing two sets of entirely original material, apart from an arrangement of Kate Bush’s Wuthering Heights, Cartwright showed what a mature and imaginative musician she is. One gets accustomed to spotting the licks and mannerisms of a player by the end of an evening but here is a guitarist who is able to fit her playing to fit the mood and needs of a melody rather than bending the tune to fit the musician. With a technique that obviously allows her an unusual breadth of approach each number had great individuality and freshness in the soloing.
DEIRDRE CARTWRIGHT GROUP | LOOKS LIKE JAZZ LIVE
Bonington Theatre April 24th 2003
HAVING heard the CD associated with this superb group I was well equipped to appreciate Deirdre’s new outfit before the event. In no way was I disappointed, the music was always melodic and accessible and the four musicians were absolutely impeccable throughout the whole performance. The Anne Robinson associated with this group was by no means its weakest link, in fact her unique visualisations provided striking kaleidoscopic images, blending in with the quartet’s ambient soundscape constructions.
Guitarist Deirdre Cartwright, making her first trip to Nottingham for more than four years has developed a rich mature sound, her ensemble work, including fluent chords as well as single lines,was flawless.
Deirdre Cartwright Group Review LICHFIELD FESTIVAL
Deirdre Cartwright is widely regarded as one of the best live jazz guitarists playing on the circuit, and her group of bass and drums allows her to use the full range of colours within her palette. The three piece started of with two new pieces from their latest album, with able support from double and fretless bassist Alison Rayner and drummer Buster Birch adding weighty support to the subtle guitar playing of the ensembles leader.
