Emily Francis
Lecturer, Keys
Keyboardist Emily Francis is an in-demand session musician, playing for several independent and signed artists as well as being an artist in her own right with contemporary prog-jazz group the Emily Francis Trio. Making her mark very much as a keyboard player and “sound-smith”, her work has been featured in magazines such as “Jazzwise”, “Jazz In Europe” and “Prog” as well as being played on the likes of Jazz FM and BBC Radio. The trio, also featuring Trevor Boxall on bass and Jamie Murray on drums, can often be found touring the UK and beyond. Her session credits include Robert Fripp, Toyah Willcox, Andrea Bocelli, Rumer, Jo Harman, Ward Thomas, and she also featured in the house band for Comedy Central’s “Comedy Game Night” hosted by Liza Tarbuck, backing celebrities such as, Jay McGuinness, Big Zuu, Alexandra Burke, Judi Love and many more.
