Noel McCalla Quartet | Groove & Funk Classics

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Smooth Groove Originals & Soulful Standards Step into an evening of rich soul, jazz and groove as the extraordinary Noel McCalla and his brilliant quartet return to Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club. Renowned for his expressive voice and magnetic stage presence, Noel delivers a vibrant set blending groove-driven originals with timeless classics. Expect effortless transitions from intimate, velvet-soft phrasing to soaring, funk-infused power, as he reimagines songs by Curtis Mayfield, Al Jarreau, Al Green and Marvin Gaye. A highlight of the night is his beautifully nuanced, jazz-tinged interpretation of Sting’s Fragile. Alongside these classics, Noel’s original material shines, with standout tracks like Sleepless, Prove It and The Real Thing showcasing his song writing depth. True to the spirit of live jazz, the performance carries a playful, improvisational edge, with moments of spontaneity and storytelling woven throughout.