Poppy Helmer Quartet (Downstairs)

Wed, 27 May 2026 · 6:45 pm

Doors 6:45 PM, Music 7:15 PM - 1 set of music Line-up: Poppy Helmer - Flute Tom Shooter - Piano Genevieve Namazzi - Double bass Noah Ojumu - Drums About: Poppy Helmer is a flautist and saxophonist from Brighton, now based in London where she studies jazz at Trinity Laban. With the help of her band, her playful and charming compositions, such as 'Polar Bear With Rollerskates (In Disguise)' and 'Little Legs', are brought to life. Her influences include Eric Dolphy, Charles Mingus and Thelonious Monk. Whilst at Trinity Laban, Poppy has been a member of the Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Byron Wallen, Bruno Heinen and Percy Pursglove. In addition, she has recently recorded flute on Olivia Murphy's 'Siren Cycle'. As well as conservatoire training, her music education has been shaped by mentorship from Tomorrow's Warriors. In 2025 she had the privilege of making her debut abroad with the Tomorrow's Warriors 'Frontline' ensemble at Le Petit Faucheux in Tours, France.