A RENOWNED jazz saxophonist and composer will give a performance in the district later this summer.

John Altman will play at Loughton Methodist Church on Saturday July 10, from 1.30pm to 4:30pm, beginning with a conversation with Digby Fairweather, followed by a live performance.

The musician is as well-known for his film composing as his solo work, with a back catalogue that includes Little Voice and Monty Python's Life of Brian.

Tickets are £10. For more information contact David Nathan at Loughton Library on 020 8502 0181 or email david.nathan@essex.gov.uk.