An underground jazz artist.
Tom Syson is a UK based trumpeter, composer, vocalist, and producer. His music fuses jazz heritage with contemporary and cross-genre influences, delivering an emotionally honest and unique output. His recent solo releases include 'We’re Not Alone' (May 2024), supported by Help Musicians UK, which explores themes of men’s mental health through a balance of lyrical vulnerability and optimism. This was followed by 'The Necessity of Being Present' (August 2025), featuring vocalist J Appiah, a work centred on mindfulness and emotional awareness. These were released on his artist page SYSON, however all future releases will be under Tom Syson. Earlier in his career, Syson released two critically acclaimed contemporary jazz albums with his sextet and quintet, accompanied by UK tours. This work led to a feature interview on BBC Radio 3's Jazz Now, as well as national and international airplay and reviews. Following these releases, he was named a Vincent Bach Trumpet Artist. Syson has performed internationally at venues and festivals including the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, the Barbican, Porgy & Bess Vienna, and the Gibraltar International Jazz Festival. He has also performed with ensembles including the Euroradio Jazz Orchestra, the Ronnie Scott's Jazz Orchestra, and the BBC Big Band.
Tom Syson plays contemporary jazz, blending traditional trumpet arrangements with cross-genre influences and thoughtful lyricism.
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Tom Syson is a UK-based trumpeter, composer, and producer.