A former Jethro Tull musician has defended his decision to have ex-Spice Girl Mel C make a guest appearance at his Edinburgh Jazz Festival show.
Peter Vettese said he “couldn’t care less” that some jazz aficionados would think it was “sacrilege” he had invited a pop star to perform at the festival.
He said Mel C had the skill and ability to sing with him at his Wednesday show. Vettese, who played with the rock band in the 80s, said Mel C was taking the event “very seriously”.
The West Lothian musician, 53, told the BBC Scotland news website: “There will be jazz aficionados that think it is sacrilege for someone from Mel C’s background to be performing at the jazz festival.
“But I couldn’t care less about what they may or may not say. I am interested in being able to give the opportunity to play for those who might not accept someone from Mel C’s background.
“My life has been about a progression from a young jazz player to now embracing pop, rap and R&B. Jazz is spontaneous, melodic improvisation based upon known harmoniously-substituted progressions.
“What Melanie does is done seriously and how seriously one takes her is the responsibility of the one who is listening. Her voice is instantly recognisable, she is a great singer and a delightful individual.”
Peter Vettese is playing on Wednesday at 1800 BST at Assembly at Princess Street Gardens.
Source : BBC UK
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