Paul Kaufman Collection

Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1979
Drummer Louie Bellson and his big band in concert at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 7 November 1979. Also pictured are trombonists Kurt Berger and Doug Wintz

McCoy Tyner performing at the Newport Jazz Festival, Ayresome Park, Middlesbrough, July 1978

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert at the Royal Festival Hall, London, 18 July 1980: Count Basie (piano), Cleveland Eaton (bass), Freddie Green (guitar), Gregg Field (drums)

Lonnie Donegan on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1979

Humphrey Lyttelton and Sidney Bechet at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1956

Oscar Peterson in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955. Artist: Denis Williams
Oscar Peterson in concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955

George Melly on stage at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 8 April 1983

Louie Bellson and Buddy Rich at the International Drummers Association meeting at the Horseshoe pub, Tottenham Court Road, London, 1 November 1978

American singer Sarah Vaughan at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981

Oscar Peterson looking forward to dinner after a concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955
Oscar Peterson looking forward to dinner at Marcos Restaurant after a concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, 1955

The Count Basie Orchestra in concert, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
The Count Basie Orchestra in concert. Sonny Payne on the drums

Bassist Spike Heatley (left) at The Bell, Codicote, Hertfordshire, December 1986

Opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams, Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Herts, 1978
Official opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1978

The Count Basie Orchestra performing at the Royal Festival Hall, London, 18 July 1980

Weather Report in Concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, October 1977. Artist: Denis Williams
Weather Report in Concert at Colston Hall, Bristol, October 1977. Joe Zawinul (keyboards) and Wayne Shorter (saxophone)

Harry Bence playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984
Harry Bence, bandleader of the New Squadronaires, playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984

Saxophonist Gerry Mulligan playing at at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 26 October 1979

Ronnie Boykins playing at the Newport Jazz Festival, Ayresome Park, Middlesbrough, July 1978

Big Chief Russell Moore, Arvell Shaw and Barrett Deems performing, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, 1984
Big Chief Russell Moore (trombone), Arvell Shaw (double bass) and Barrett Deems (drums) performing, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, 1984. All three musicians worked with Louis Armstrong during their careers

Stan Tracey and Art Themen playing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1992
Stan Tracey (piano) and Art Themen (tenor saxophone) playing at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 12 April 1992

Bobby Hutcherson playing the vibraphone at the Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1983

American trombonist Bill Watrous playing at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1982

Illinois Jacquet and Sarah Vaughan, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981
Illinois Jacquet chatting with Sarah Vaughan at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Hertfordshire, 1981

Art Blakey on stage with the Jazz Messengers at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1978
Drummer Art Blakey on stage with the Jazz Messengers at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 30 November 1978

Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s. Artist: Denis Williams
Count Basie Orchestra saxophonist Frank Foster, c1950s

The Ronnie Scott Quintet at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 29 November 1985. Ronnie Scott (tenor saxophone) and Dick Pearce (trumpet)

Buddy Rich in Middlesbrough, 1978. Artist: Denis Williams
Buddy Rich in Middlesbrough, 1978

The National Youth Jazz Orchestra at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1997
The National Youth Jazz Orchestra at The Fairway, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 7 September 1997

Acker Bilk playing at the Cherry Tree Jazz Club, Welwyn garden City, Hertfordshire, 1964
Clarinetist Acker Bilk playing at the Cherry Tree Jazz Club, Welwyn garden City, Hertfordshire, March 1964

American vocalist Bobby McFerrin at the Bracknell Jazz Festival, 1983

American trumpeter Ted Curson playing at the Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1983

American drummer Billy Higgins at the Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1983. Artist
American drummer Billy Higgins at the Bracknell Jazz Festival, Berkshire, 1983

Billy Cobham conducting a drum clinic at the Horseshoe Hotel, London, 1980. Artist
Billy Cobham conducting a drum clinic at the Horseshoe Hotel, London, 1980

Aerial view of crowds at the Knebworth pop festival, 1986. Artist: Denis Williams
Aerial view of crowds at the Knebworth pop festival, 1986

Jazz at the BBCs recording studios, London, 22 April 1982. Artist: Denis Williams
Jazz at the BBCs recording studios, London, 22 April 1982. Musicians Roy Williams, Kenny Baker, Danny Moss and Henry Mackenzie getting their parts sorted out under the eye of arranger Billy May

Kenny Baker, Danny Moss, and Henry Mackenzie at the BBC recording studios, London, 22 April 1982
Kenny Baker (trumpet), Danny Moss (saxophone) and Henry Mackenzie (clarinet) in rehearsal with Billy May at the BBC recording studios, London, 22 April 1982

Saxophonist Don Rendell playing at Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, 1986

Drummer Bobby Orr at the Ted Taylor recording studio, London, 12 January 1988. Artist
Drummer Bobby Orr at the Ted Taylor recording studio, London, 12 January 1988

Pianist Veryan Weston playing at Bracknell, Berkshire, 1983. Artist: Denis Williams
Pianist Veryan Weston playing at Bracknell, Berkshire, 1983

Drummer Max Abrams enjoying a plate of fish and chips in a Soho chip shop, London, 1983

Guitarist Martin Taylor playing at the Middlesex and Herts Country Club, Harrow Weald, London, 1981

Drummer Simon Morton playing at the Torrington Jazz Club, Finchley, London, 1988. Guitarist Jeff Green is in the left background

Saxophonist Bob Sydor playing at the Torrington Jazz CLub, Finchley, London, 1988

Guitarist Jeff Green playing at the Torrington Jazz Club, Finchley, London, 1988

Bassist Peter Ind at the Bass Clef, London, 1985. Artist: Denis Williams
Bassist Peter Ind at the Bass Clef, London, 1985

Don Lusher in concert with the Welwyn Garden City Band, Hatfield Polytechnic, Hertfordshire, 1984
Trombonist Don Lusher in concert with the Welwyn Garden City Band at Hatfield Polytechnic, Hertfordshire, 1984

Michael Garrick conducting an orchestra at Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 1985. Artist
Michael Garrick conducting an orchestra at Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 1985

Michael Garrick at Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 1985. Artist: Denis Williams
Michael Garrick at Berkhamsted Civic Centre, 1985

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Paul Kaufman, a legendary figure in the world of jazz, has left an indelible mark on the music scene with his incredible talent and passion for the genre. From capturing iconic moments at the Newport Jazz Festival to immortalizing performances by renowned artists like McCoy Tyner and Count Basie Orchestra, Kaufman's photographs have become a testament to the power of live music. In 1978, amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Ayresome Park in Middlesbrough, Paul Kaufman skillfully framed McCoy Tyner as he mesmerized audiences with his piano skills at the Newport Jazz Festival. The energy and intensity emanating from Tyner's performance were perfectly encapsulated through Kaufman's lens. Another unforgettable moment captured by Kaufman was when The Count Basie Orchestra took center stage at London's Royal Festival Hall in July 1980. The grandeur and elegance exuded by this legendary ensemble were flawlessly portrayed through Kaufman's keen eye for detail. Kaufman also had a knack for immortalizing intimate performances that showcased true musical chemistry. In 1956, Humphrey Lyttelton and Sidney Bechet graced Colston Hall in Bristol with their extraordinary talents. Through his lens, Kaufman managed to capture not only their virtuosity but also their deep connection as they created magic together on stage. One cannot talk about Paul Kaufman without mentioning his ability to capture captivating portraits of jazz icons like George Melly. On April 8th, 1983, at Hatfield's Forum Theatre, Melly commanded attention as he delivered a spellbinding performance that blended music and theatricality seamlessly. Kaufman didn't limit himself to photographing live performances; he also documented historic exhibitions showcasing jazz photography itself. In 1978, he captured the opening night of Denis Williams' exhibition at Hatfield's Forum Theatre—an event that celebrated both artistry behind and within jazz culture.