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An underground jazz artist.
Manchester born drummer, composer and winner of the 2025 Peter Wittingham award Miles Pillinger intertwines raw improvisation with rich, uplifting rhythms and melodies of Brazil. Miles’ playing takes influences from Hermeto Pascoal, Max Roach, Chick Corea, creating a melodic, creative sound described as ‘The voice of the Youth’ (Nikki Yeoh). At 24 Miles has already made a huge impact on the UK jazz scene. Playing with artists such as Olivia Cuttill, Tara lily, Mica Millar, Chip Wickham and the National Youth Jazz Orchestra. His upcoming debut album ‘Belonging’ highlights the importance of what makes you feel you, conveyed through his Afro-Brazilian jazz inspired compositions. His 2023 debut EP ‘Sunrise’ demonstrates his ability to combine singable, meaningful melodies alongside colourful improvisation inviting you into a unique sound world unlike any other.
Miles Pillinger plays jazz, incorporating raw improvisation and the rich rhythms and melodies of Afro-Brazilian jazz in his compositions.
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Miles Pillinger is a drummer and composer born in Manchester, UK.