Humphrey Lyttelton would doubtless have become one of the great characters of public life whatever his chosen career.
It's a measure of his talent that he has made a success of several - as musician, journalist and broadcaster. However, it's Dixieland Jazz that is his first love.
He had the leading jazz band in Britain since 1949, recording a session with the great Sidney Bechet.
In 1956, he became hugely successful with Bad Penny Blues which became the first jazz record to hit the Top 20.
The jazz world has presented the trumpeter with two lifetime achievement awards and he continues to perform quality jazz with guests, including Helen Shapiro and Stacey Kent.
His gig at Club Mango will feature two great venerable sax and clarinet players, Kathy Stobart and Jimmy Hastings.
In the coming months, the venue will be presenting further famous names, including the great George Melly.
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