A MAN often acknowledged as the finest jazz trombonist in Britain is coming to the district for a talk and live music.

Roy Williams will take part in a conversation with Digby Fairweather at Loughton Methodist Church, on Saturday, July 11, from 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

He will then play live with a guest band including renowned clarinettist Dave Shepherd, and Roy Williams.

The event has been organised by the National Jazz Archive, which is based at Loughton Library, in Traps Hill, Loughton.

Tickets priced £10 are available from David Nathan on 020 8502 0181.