Radio 2 Jazz Artist Of The Year
John Dankworth and Cleo Laine
Now both in their 80s and still performing, this husband and wife team have undoubtedly shaped the course of British jazz through their dedication to the music as players, venue owners and parents.
John Dankworth and Cleo Laine site
Humphrey Lyttelton
Trumpeter, broadcaster and national treasure whose wit and love for the music made his recent passing such a loss to the jazz community.
Humphrey Lyttelton site
Guy Barker
From his work with Sting and Paul Weller to arranging for and leading the BBC Big Band, mercurial trumpet star Guy Barker remains one of the hardest working jazzmen in the country.
BBC Music profile
