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Misha Mullov-Abbado ‘Effra’ Album Launch at Hall One, Kings Place, London.

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025

Featuring: Misha Mullov-Abbado

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https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/jazz/misha-mullov-abbado/


Misha Mullov-Abbado
‘Effra’ Album Launch


Mish Mullov-Abbado double bass
James Davison trumpet
Matthew Herd alto saxophone
Sam Rapley tenor saxophone
Liam Dunachie piano
Scott Chapman drums


Kings Place is proud to present the gifted bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado for the launch of ‘Effra’, Misha’s fourth album as a bandleader, to be released on Ubuntu Music on 31 Jan 2025.


Effra is a collection of all the music Misha has written in the last four years for his band of over a decade now. The word is often associated with the area of Brixton in South London which has been his home for almost as long as the band has existed. It began as the name of a now-underground river that runs through the area and has more recently been used as the name of a main road and two rival pubs, as well as a smaller road which one of his tracks is named after. The album is an expression of Misha’s love for both his home and for playing jazz after a difficult period in previous years, and these pieces reflect all the personal journeys in that time.

 

‘The album contains eight original pieces written for my regular jazz sextet. The record goes on a musical journey combining many different influences from traditional jazz to swing to Brazilian samba to classical music to minimalism to modern and obscure. It is unified by the sound of the group playing together with an incredible horn section which often sounds about three times bigger, as well as inventive improvising from all members of the band. This is dedicated to Brixton, the diverse melting pot of all the sights and sounds of the exciting and vibrant city of London, where I have lived all my life.’

 

Misha’s sextet consists of an exceptional array of musicians: award-winning trumpet/flugelhorn ace James Davison, alto/tenor sax man Matthew Herd, tenor saxophone & bass clarinet player Sam Rapley, pianist Liam Dunachie and drummer Scott Chapman.

 


Reviews


‘An unfailing inventive, artfully produced, and delightfully sunny debut’  The Telegraph on New Ansonia


‘It will not be many years before Misha becomes one of the world’s leading figures in music’ La Jornada


‘Both his composing talents and his propulsive bass-playing are currently such hot UK jazz news’ Guardian

 

https://www.mishamullovabbado.com/


https://mishamullov-abbado.bandcamp.com/album/dream-circus


https://mishamullov-abbado.bandcamp.com/music

 

Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG.

 

 

Date: Sat 22 Feb 2025
Start time: 8pm (Doors: 7.30pm)
Venue: Hall One
Price: £9.50-£25.00
+ 12.5% (£6 cap) Transaction fee.
+ £1 Building levy. More info
Availability: Tickets available

Brecon Jazz Festival 2025, various venues, Brecon, Powys.

Dates: Friday, August 08, 2025 - Sunday, August 10, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

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BRECON JAZZ FESTIVAL 2025

SAVE THE DATES!
Fri/Sat/Sun 8, 9, 10th August
Main weekend event
and more to come!

‘Swing Strings’ Trio feat. Xenia Porteous, Ashley John Long, Ben Creighton-Griffiths at Brecon Jazz Club, The Muse Arts Centre, Brecon.

Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025

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TUES 14 JANUARY
Music Starts 8pm / VENUE: THE MUSE / doors open 7.30pm


‘Swing Strings’ Trio
Xenia, Ashley & Ben
One of our most favourite Brecon Jazz lineups, really swinging sounds and each one a virtuoso musician!
Xenia Porteous - violin
Ashley-john Long - double hass
Ben Creighton-Griffiths - jazz harp


TICKETS £14 Advance £16 Door £6 / PWYC
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/breconjazz-jazzlivecymru/t-jzyoqgm

 

BRECON JAZZ CLUB
MUSE ARTS CENTRE
Glamorgan St.
Brecon, LD3 7DW

Patrick Naylor Trio, “Organza” album launch at The Green Note, Camden, London.

Date: Wednesday, February 05, 2025

Featuring: Patrick Naylor

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From;
https://www.greennote.co.uk/production/organza-album-launch/


Wed 5th February 7:00pm
£ 15.00


ORGANZA is the new band from PATRICK NAYLOR, DAVID BEEBEE AND ERIC FORD. This is the album launch of their debut.  It represents their fresh take on the great jazz tradition of guitar and organ trios and features David Beebee on Hammond organ, Eric Ford on drums and Patrick Naylor on guitar.


Patrick Naylor has won praise from critics including at Jazzwise, The Evening Standard, All About Jazz. His album Days of Blue was a critical and commercial success with over 1.5 million streams on Spotify and was included in The Daily Telegraph’s Best Albums of 2015. The follow up album Winter Dream received more critical praise.  He has played and composed for numerous TV programmes and ads, film (Things To Do Before 30 starring Billie Piper) and radio; often with composer Dan Teper.
“a highly articulate, mellow musician” Tony Hall in Jazzwise


David Beebee is a British pianist, bassist, composer and sound engineer based near Brighton. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music, David’s recent releases have included a piano trio album, a quartet album with Loose Tubes saxophonist Julian Nicholas, an ambient/free duo with vibist Martin Pyne and a further trio with Martin and saxophonist Josephine Davies, among others. David also appears on recent releases by Imogen Ryall, Patrick Naylor and Julian Costello.
“David Beebee is brilliant… his scores are world class” Jazzwise


Eric Ford has been a resident in London since late 2006, after 4 years in Paris. He enjoys working across the spectrum of music and has played around the globe and on over 60 albums. He’s performed at iconic venues such as Ronnie Scott’s and the Royal Albert Hall, and with musicians as diverse as Ronnie Laws, Marc Almond, Clare Teal, the London Jazz Orchestra and Jason Rebello. He’s also presented drum clinics in London and Beijing and has been a member of acclaimed contemporary jazz trio Partikel since 2009.
“strong and creative.” Julian Joseph, BBC Radio 3 Jazz Line Up

 

Doors open 7pm. Music starts 8.30pm. The venue is mixed seated and standing. Tables are limited and available on a first come first served basis so, if you’d like a seat, we recommend arriving early!

 


Email: mail (at) greennote.co.uk


Telephone: 020 7485 9899


Address:
Green Note
106 Parkway
London
NW1 7AN

 

The BMJazz Collective with guest John Close at Black Mountain Jazz, Melville Centre, Abergavenny.

Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025

Featuring: BMJ Collective

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https://www.facebook.com/events/597368466108890


Event by Black Mountain Jazz


Melville Centre
Pen y Pound, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP75UD


http://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk


http://www.john-close.co.uk


BMJ Collective involves a number of talented young jazz musicians, drawn mainly from the Cardiff area. They partner Black Mountain Jazz through the year on some of its programmes and workshop projects.


This event, the first of our BMJazz Katz tutor series 2025, brings together the current tutors of our exciting youth project BMJazz Katz - Jack Mac (sax and vocals), Ryan Thrupp (drums) and Nick Kacal (bass)
They are joined for this performance by Cardiff based guitarist John Close.


John Close is a Jazz guitarist based in Cardiff. He has performed in a variety of settings and ensembles at venues such as The Southbank Centre, Jazz at the Lescar, The Vortex, The Flute and Tankard and the Dora Stoutsker Concert Hall.


Originally from Northumberland, John studied an Undergraduate degree in English Literature and Music at the University of Sheffield where he began studying Jazz guitar with Jamie Taylor. In 2017 John moved to Cardiff to study on the MA Jazz course at The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, graduating in 2019.


Whilst at RWCMD John studied with Jez Franks, Ant Law and Geoff Simkins and in his final year performed in RWCMD student showcase led by New York based guitarist Gilad Hekselman at the Vortex in London.


John performed as part of our wall2wall Jazz Piano Lounge series to great acclaim and we are delighted to invite him back to BMJ.


John is a recipient of a 2018 Help Musicians UK Postgraduate Award and is grateful for their support whilst at RWCMD.

BMJazz Katz currently have 18 students who meet once a month at the Melville Centre-Abergavenny. There is room for more if you know any interested young musicians?
This gig is part of a series, giving an opportunity to INSPIRE these young minds and see their tutors perform in the Theatre and show what is possible if you enjoy the learning journey and make the most of your chosen instrument.
By attending this exciting event, you will be both supporting this new YOUTH initiative by Black Mountain Jazz Club and also help to keep jazz alive in the younger generations of musicians in Abergavenny.
We hope to see you there!

 

The Blockheads at The Forge, Camden, London.

Dates: Friday, June 06, 2025 - Saturday, June 07, 2025

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Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Durys’ album New Boots and Panties on the first Stiff Records tour of the U.K. - Chaz Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy, Charlie Charles, John Turnbull and Micky Gallagher - became known as The Blockheads.

 

As Ian Dury & The Blockheads they went back out on tour, and in 1978 released What a Waste a single that reached #5 in the U.K. charts. They were then joined by saxophonist Davey Payne and toured the U.S.A supporting Lou Reed.

 

In 1979 Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick (#1 in the UK charts) and Reasons to be Cheerful, Part 3 (#3 in the UK charts) were released along with the classic Do It Yourself LP.

 

Ian Dury & The Blockheads disbanded in 1982 only to reform in the early 1990’s to perform at the ‘Madstock’ Festival in Finsbury Park headlined by Madness.

 

Tickets here;
https://agmp.seetickets.com/tour/the-blockheads

Marc Ribot Quartet at Hudson Hall, New York City, USA.

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025

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Saturday, February 22 @ 7:00 p.m. MARC RIBOT QUARTET
Marc Ribot - guitar
Chad Taylor - drums
Sebastian Steinberg - bass
Ava Mendoza - guitar

 

“One of the most amazing evenings of music I’ve experienced…a sheets-of-sound extravaganza. Ribot brings a fire hose of invention, Taylor, a whirlwind of force…”
— DownBeat on Grimes/Ribot/Taylor Trio

 

Marc Ribot is a musician’s musician. In his over 40-year career, the gifted guitarist has created iconic music with the likes of Tom Waits, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss, Elvis Costello, John Mellencamp, Marianne Faithful, and many more. For his Hudson Hall debut, Ribot reunites with drummer Chad Taylor to continue the Albert Ayler-tinged trajectory they begun in the early aughts with their band Spiritual Unity and then the Grimes Taylor Ribot Trio, this time with the added talents of former Soul Coughing bassist Sebastian Steinberg and the fearless guitarist/improvisator Ava Mendoza (Soul Coughing, Unnatural Ways, The Violent Femmes, tUnE-yArDs).

 

“When I first heard Sebastian Steinberg’s bass playing (w/Joe Morris in the 1980’s), I thought: “THAT’s who I’m looking for: a gifted improviser, deep groove player, and totally original. We worked together in my band Shrek and other formats from the early 1990’s till Sebastian moved to LA, after forming Soul Coughing, and I’m thrilled to resume our collaboration. Ava Mendoza is the perfect person to round out this quartet — great soloist, sensitive ensemble player: a fearless guitarist/ improvisor who knows how to rock the house. We’re ready to take it to the next level.” – MARC RIBOT

 

About Hudson Hall
Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House is a cultural beacon in the Hudson Valley, offering a dynamic year-round schedule of music, theater, dance, literature, workshops for youth and adults, as well as family programs and large-scale community events. Located in an historic landmark that houses New York State’s oldest surviving theater, Hudson Hall underwent a full restoration and reopened to the public in April 2017 for the first time in over 55 years. The newly restored Hudson Hall reflects Hudson’s rich history in a modern facility that welcomes residents and visitors from throughout our local community, across the nation, and around the globe.
Hudson Hall was built in 1855 as the City Hall for Hudson, New York. From its founding until the building was abandoned in 1962, the magnificent performance hall provided a space for some of the most exciting cultural, social and political events of the day. The great Hudson River School showed their paintings here, Bret Harte read his poems, musical prodigy Blind Tom Higgins captivated audiences, Ralph Waldo Emerson gave a talk titled “Social Aims,” and Susan B. Anthony visited thrice, lecturing to abolish slavery and rallying the cry for women’s suffrage. In 1914, Teddy Roosevelt even regaled a crowd.
Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House is driven by a civic and social purpose founded in the belief that culture is central to our shared heritage, identity, and future. Its mission is to inspire and promote the arts, play a pivotal role in the cultural and economic advancement of the city and the region, and maintain its historic building, all of which serves to strengthen and unite our community.

Hudson Hall
327 Warren Street
Hudson, New York 12534


http://www.hudsonhall.org

Marilyn Maye - Valentine’s Day Cabaret

at Hudson Hall, New York City, USA.

Date: Friday, February 14, 2025

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Friday, February 14 @ 7:00 p.m. MARILYN MAYE
Valentine’s Day Cabaret


Marilyn Maye – vocals
TBA – band

 

“The greatest white female singer in the world.” — Ella Fitzgerald

 

Let There Be Love: Treat your special one to a Valentine’s Day to remember with the legendary Marilyn Maye. At 96-years young, Maye is one of the living legends of the golden age of show business. “Marilyn Maye has everything. She can belt, and she can sing ballads with the kind of warmth that makes your heart smile. She has a theatrical flair that captivates and enthralls, and jazz-spiced chops that can reach notes most singers a third her age can’t even hit in their dreams. She’s the real deal, the surviving artist of the American popular singer.” (New York Observer) Discovered by Steve Allen and beloved by Johnny Carson who featured her on The Tonight Show no less than 76 times, the magnetic cabaret singer returns to Hudson Hall for one night only.



Hudson Hall
327 Warren Street
Hudson, New York 12534


http://www.hudsonhall.org

 

About Hudson Hall
Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House is a cultural beacon in the Hudson Valley, offering a dynamic year-round schedule of music, theater, dance, literature, workshops for youth and adults, as well as family programs and large-scale community events. Located in an historic landmark that houses New York State’s oldest surviving theater, Hudson Hall underwent a full restoration and reopened to the public in April 2017 for the first time in over 55 years. The newly restored Hudson Hall reflects Hudson’s rich history in a modern facility that welcomes residents and visitors from throughout our local community, across the nation, and around the globe.
Hudson Hall was built in 1855 as the City Hall for Hudson, New York. From its founding until the building was abandoned in 1962, the magnificent performance hall provided a space for some of the most exciting cultural, social and political events of the day. The great Hudson River School showed their paintings here, Bret Harte read his poems, musical prodigy Blind Tom Higgins captivated audiences, Ralph Waldo Emerson gave a talk titled “Social Aims,” and Susan B. Anthony visited thrice, lecturing to abolish slavery and rallying the cry for women’s suffrage. In 1914, Teddy Roosevelt even regaled a crowd.
Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House is driven by a civic and social purpose founded in the belief that culture is central to our shared heritage, identity, and future. Its mission is to inspire and promote the arts, play a pivotal role in the cultural and economic advancement of the city and the region, and maintain its historic building, all of which serves to strengthen and unite our community.

Madeleine Peyroux plus support Jack Barksdale at Cadogan Hall, London.

Date: Sunday, February 23, 2025

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From;
https://serious.org.uk/events/madeleine-peyroux-


“Let us advance our mortal bodies up Where hearts and minds will go Let’s walk, let’s roll.”


Madeleine Peyroux’s captivating ninth album, 2024’s Let’s Walk, is the acclaimed singer-songwriter’s most assured, courageous work to date. These unabashedly personal songs are powered by the distinctive, honeyed croon that delivered her from Paris streets to concert halls. Moreover, these songs are all co-written by the versatile Peyroux. They deftly interweave jazz, folk, and chamber pop, with themes ranging from confessional to political, from whimsy to yearning. In every note, Peyroux digs deep, rendering this exquisite work with the disarming grace and gravitas of an artist in peak form.


For the ardently civic-minded Peyroux, Let’s Walk continues the scintillating conversation with her audience – and with the world at large. “This music is part of a dialogue,” she says. “That’s what art is. It’s engagement, community. I believe more than anything in getting together with people and listening to music and conversing. Music is the only way I’ve ever built community.”


Let’s Walk was a long time coming, but well worth the wait. Following Peyroux’s 2018 album, Anthem, the enforced isolation of the global pandemic made any real-time community gathering impossible. From a creative standpoint, however, Covid offered Peyroux a silver lining. Thus, she seized the opportunity to hunker down with long-time collaborator, multi-instrumentalist Jon Herington. The pair reflected on the seismic era at hand and wrote and re-wrote in what Peyroux calls “a shadow of reckoning.”


Soon, the spare, slow-burning Let’s Walk material will be set free in venues around the world. They effortlessly dovetail with Peyroux’s beloved versions of Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan and Tom Waits classics. As she learned in her busking years, a great song can wield powerful magic. With Let’s Walk, Peyroux takes full ownership of that magic.


“It’s rare to find someone capable of injecting such life into every single lyric.” - London Jazz News


Opening for Madeleine Peyroux is folk, blues and Americana singer-songwriter Jack Barksdale from Texas. Inspired by folk, rock, and blues legends, Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, John Fullbright, and Hayes Carll.

 

Sun 23 February
Stage time / 6:30pm
Doors / 6:00pm

 

Location
Cadogan Hall,
5 Sloane Terrace
SW1X 9DQ

 


Tickets
£47.50 - £52.50 + booking fee

 

https://cadoganhall.com/

Madeleine Peyroux plus support Jack Barksdale at Saffron Hall, Saffron Walden, Essex.

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025

More details

From;
https://serious.org.uk/events/madeleine-peyroux-


“Let us advance our mortal bodies up Where hearts and minds will go Let’s walk, let’s roll.”

 

Madeleine Peyroux’s captivating ninth album, 2024’s Let’s Walk, is the acclaimed singer-songwriter’s most assured, courageous work to date. These unabashedly personal songs are powered by the distinctive, honeyed croon that delivered her from Paris streets to concert halls. Moreover, these songs are all co-written by the versatile Peyroux. They deftly interweave jazz, folk, and chamber pop, with themes ranging from confessional to political, from whimsy to yearning. In every note, Peyroux digs deep, rendering this exquisite work with the disarming grace and gravitas of an artist in peak form.

 

For the ardently civic-minded Peyroux, Let’s Walk continues the scintillating conversation with her audience – and with the world at large. “This music is part of a dialogue,” she says. “That’s what art is. It’s engagement, community. I believe more than anything in getting together with people and listening to music and conversing. Music is the only way I’ve ever built community.”

 

Let’s Walk was a long time coming, but well worth the wait. Following Peyroux’s 2018 album, Anthem, the enforced isolation of the global pandemic made any real-time community gathering impossible. From a creative standpoint, however, Covid offered Peyroux a silver lining. Thus, she seized the opportunity to hunker down with long-time collaborator, multi-instrumentalist Jon Herington. The pair reflected on the seismic era at hand and wrote and re-wrote in what Peyroux calls “a shadow of reckoning.”

 

Soon, the spare, slow-burning Let’s Walk material will be set free in venues around the world. They effortlessly dovetail with Peyroux’s beloved versions of Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan and Tom Waits classics. As she learned in her busking years, a great song can wield powerful magic. With Let’s Walk, Peyroux takes full ownership of that magic.

 

“It’s rare to find someone capable of injecting such life into every single lyric.” - London Jazz News

 

Opening for Madeleine Peyroux is folk, blues and Americana singer-songwriter Jack Barksdale from Texas. Inspired by folk, rock, and blues legends, Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, John Fullbright, and Hayes Carll.

 

Sat 22 February
Stage time / 7:30pm
Doors / 7:00pm

 


Location
SAFFRON WALDEN Saffron Hall,
Audley End Road
CB11 4UH


Tickets
£35 - £50


https://www.saffronhall.com/

 

Ron Carter and String Quartet ETHEL Play Monk and Bach at Carnegie Hall, New York City, USA.

Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025

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Tix Now Available: Ron Carter and String Quartet ETHEL Play Monk at Carnegie Hall 3/13

 


Acclaimed String Quartet ETHEL and Legendary Bassist Ron Carter Present REFLECTIONS ON MONK AND BACH, Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, March 13, 2025
World premiere performance of MONK SUITE — compositions and arrangements for string quartet and bass featuring the music of Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington and J. S. Bach

String quartet ETHEL ’s Carnegie Hall debut

 


The “avatar of ‘post-classical’ music—the virtuosic string quartet ETHEL (The New Yorker)” and legendary bassist Ron Carter join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Centered on the music from Monk Suite: Kronos Quartet Plays Music of Thelonious Monk, an album celebrating the art of Thelonious Monk arranged originally for string quartet and bass, this remarkable concert unites two leaders of their respective musical fields for one unique genre-defying performance. (Program details are below.) 

 

“ETHEL is thrilled and honored to share the Carnegie Hall stage with our longtime friend and Board Member, Ron Carter. We have been waiting for the right opportunity to collaborate and are honored that Maestro Carter conjured up this concert for us. This celebratory event demonstrates the flexibility and timelessness of the string quartet and how well jazz translates to it.”  — DOROTHY LAWSON, cellist and co-founder of ETHEL

 

Marking ETHEL’s Carnegie Hall debut, the program involves the recasting of some of Monk’s work as string quartet music, affirming the strength and universality of his music. It was 40 years ago when Carter recorded these works on the Monk Suite album (Arkiv Music, 1985) with the Kronos Quartet. JazzTimes raved at the time that “the unexpected settings and sonorities work well on a strong front line (fiddles as trumpet and tenor, viola as trombone); Carter’s role, beautifully balances between arco and pizz., elicits solos of crisp authority.” Also on the program are a few of Duke Ellington works as played by Monk as well as Carter’s jazzy-tinged version of Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto #3.

 

“I am looking forward to playing my version of what Bach’s music would sound like if he could do what I do, with the tools and jazz bassist’s perspective that I have. I hope and expect the audience will be surprised — and surprised that they enjoyed this concept.”  — RON CARTER, bassist

 

About ETHEL      


Established in New York City in 1998, string quartet ETHEL sets the contemporary concert standard: “indefatigable and eclectic” (The New York Times), “vital and brilliant” (The New Yorker). Composer performers—Ralph Farris (viola), Kip Jones (violin), Dorothy Lawson (cello), and Corin Lee (violin)—fuse uptown panache with downtown genre mashup. ETHEL has performed across the United States and worldwide; released eight feature albums (most recently Persist with flutist Allison Loggins-Hull); guested on 50+ recordings; won a GRAMMY® with jazz legend Kurt Elling; and toured with Todd Rundgren & Joe Jackson. ETHEL champions the art and music of today, forging human connections across sound and style.


At the heart of ETHEL is a collaborative ethos — a quest for common creative expression, forged in listening and community. The quartet designs productions that inspire engagement, such as “The Red Willow,” featuring Taos Pueblo flutist Robert Mirabal, and “Signature Sessions,” a supercharged survey of the quartet’s 25+ years of inspired music-making.

 

ETHEL has premiered over 250 works, many of them commissioned by the quartet; ETHEL members have themselves been commissioned by The Ringling Museum of Art, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Georgia Tech, and the NEA. The quartet regularly performs music by such celebrated composers as Julia Wolfe, Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, Jessie Montgomery, Andy Akiho, and Marcelo Zarvos. Other collaborators include Bang on a Can All-Stars, Vijay Iyer, Stewart Copeland, Raven Chacon, David Byrne, Annie-B Parson, Gina Gibney, Grant McDonald, Steve Cosson, and Annie Dorsen.

 

ETHEL has been featured at TED Conferences; on ABC Radio Australia, SiriusXM, Conan O’Brien, John Schaefer’s New Sounds, Fred Child’s Performance Today, Randy Cohen’s Person Place Thing, NPR’s Weekend Edition; and on the soundtracks of Dan In Real Life and HBO’s Deadwood. From mid-2020 to early ‘22, ETHEL curated and produced Balcony Bar from Home, a virtual series hosted on The Metropolitan Museum’s Facebook page which has garnered nearly two million views.


ETHEL is Ensemble-in-Residence at Denison University, and Resident Ensemble at The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Balcony Bar in the Great Hall. ETHELcentral.org

 

About RON CARTER    


RON CARTER is among the most original, prolific, and influential bassists in jazz and has played on seminal albums in many other genres. He has recorded over 2200 albums, and has a Guinness world record to prove it! In Jazz: From 1963 to 1968, he was a member of the acclaimed Miles Davis Quintet. He can be heard on many iconic jazz records of the 60’s and 70’s such as Speak No Evil, Maiden Voyage, Speak Like a Child, Red Clay to name a few. In other music genres: After leaving the quintet he embarked on a prolific 50-year free-lance career that spanned vastly different music genres and continues to this day. He recorded with Roberta Flack and Aretha Franklin, with Gil Scott Heron on Pieces of a Man, appeared on the seminal hip-hop album Low End Theory with A Tribe Called Quest, played on albums by Billy Joel, Bette Midler, Paul Simon and more and wrote and recorded pieces for string quartets and Bach chorales for 2-8 basses.


As a leader: Carter has spent at least half the year on worldwide tours with his various groups. The Ron Carter Trio, The Ron Carter Foursight Quartet, the Ron Carter Nonet and Ron Carter’s Great Big Band. He has recorded multiple albums with his groups. As an author: Carter shares his expertise in the series of books he authored, where he explains his creative process and teaches bassists of all levels to improve their skills and develop their own unique sound. He also penned
his autobiography “Finding the Right Notes.” In 2021 he pioneered a new type of music transcription with Chartography, showing not only the bass line but also how the band responded and how the entire tune transformed over time.


As a teacher: He was Artistic Director of the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Studies while it was located in Boston and, after 18 years on the faculty of the Music Department of The City College of New York, he is now Distinguished Professor Emeritus. He also taught at the Juilliard School and at Manhattan School of Music.


Awards and Honorifics: He is a three-time GRAMMY® winner, was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette for his contributions to Japan-US relations, the medallion and title of Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters by France, numerous MVP and Outstanding Bassist awards by the music press.

 

He has seven honorary doctorates from Juilliard, Berklee, University of Michigan, New England Conservatory, Clark University, Manhattan School of Music and University of Rochester. Film appearances: In October 2022 PBS released a full-length feature film documentary called Ron Carter Finding the Right Notes about Carter’s life and legend. He appeared as himself on an episode of HBO’s Treme and in Round Midnight, among others. RonCarterJazz.com


Program + Ticketing Info
Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, Corner of 57th St & Seventh Ave, Trains N/Q/R/W 57th St
Tickets: $100+. To purchase, contact http://www.carnegiehall.org | CarnegieCharge 212.247.7800 |
Box Office at 57th Street & Seventh Avenue


RON CARTER and ETHEL | Reflections on Monk + Bach
Ron Carter (bass)
Dorothy Lawson (cello)
Ralph Farris (viola)
Kip Jones (violin)
Corin Lee (violin)

 

BACH Brandenburg Concerto #3 (arr. Carter)
MONK ‘Round Midnight (arr. Darter)
MONK Misterioso (arr. Darter)
MONK Monk Suite (arr. by Darter)
ELLINGTON Black and Tan Fantasy (as played by Monk, arr. Darter)
ELLINGTON It Don’t Mean a Thing (if it Ain’t Got That Swing) (as played by Monk, by Darter)

Terence Collie, “Elements” album launch, lunchtime event at Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho, London.

Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025

Featuring: Terence Collie

Venue

Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho, London

Pizza Express Jazz Club,
Dean Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 3RW.

More details

From;
https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on/terence-collie-elements


Terence Collie ‘Elements’
Album Launch

 

 

PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Experience an extraordinary Sunday lunchtime with the launch of the highly anticipated album “Elements”. This special event features Terence Collie on piano and compositions, Nick Lenner-Webster on double bass and Ted Carrasco on drums all returning from their sold-out show in May 2024. Adding a unique sonic touch to the occasion are a string trio from the London String Group. “Elements” is a suite based on the four elements: Air, Earth, Fire and Water. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness a masterful blend of contemporary jazz in an intimate setting! Get your tickets now for an unforgettable musical journey!
£20.00

 


16 February 2025 12:00pm Doors 1:00pm Stage Time PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Available
£20.00

 


Full Biography


From a young age, Terence Collie was destined for a life in music. At just 12 years old, his parents gifted him a keyboard, sparking his passion and setting him on a path that would lead him to become a celebrated jazz pianist and composer. By 17, Terence was already making waves in the music scene, performing with a band in Jersey C.I. and honing his craft in the island’s hotels, pubs, and nightclubs.


His love for jazz blossomed during his regular performances at the Blue Note Jazz Bar, where he immersed himself in the genre and learned from seasoned musicians. This period saw him sharing stages with luminaries like Teddy Edwards, The Average White Band, and Georgie Fame. Returning to the UK mainland in the late 90s, Terence secured a residency at Pizza Express in Cambridge, further expanding his jazz repertoire and perfecting his technique.


The early 2000s marked a new chapter as Terence earned a diploma in music from the Open University and ventured into jazz-fusion with his group, Prison Break. He recorded two albums, showcasing his talent for composition and production. In 2013, Terence co-founded Mood Indigo Events, bringing high-quality jazz performances to new audiences and curating events with international artists.


As a versatile sideman, Terence has performed with a host of notable musicians, including The Kyle Eastwood Band, Zoë Gilby, Greg Abate and Tony Woods and gracing esteemed venues like The 606 Club, The Pheasantry, The Vortex, The Bear Club and The Stables. His talent has also been featured at major festivals such as the London Jazz Festival, Brecon Jazz Festival and the Cheltenham Jazz Festival.


During the pandemic, Terence adapted by live-streaming concerts and collaborating remotely, growing a dedicated online following. His recent projects include the critically acclaimed albums “Reminiscent” and “384,400”. Terence’s quartet, featuring Roberto Manzin, achieved sold-out shows, underscoring his impact on the contemporary jazz scene.


Join us at the PizzaExpress Jazz Club Soho on 16th February to celebrate the launch of “Elements”, and experience the artistry of Terence Collie, a musician whose journey continues to inspire and captivate jazz enthusiasts worldwide.

Tindersticks at The Royal Albert Hall, London.

Date: Monday, March 17, 2025

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Monday 17 March, Royal Albert Hall
Tindersticks

 

Known for their richly orchestrated, darkly beautiful music, Tindersticks have carved a niche for themselves since their inception in the early 1990s. They return with their new album Soft Tissue to headline London’s Royal Albert Hall.

 

Mon 17 March 2025
Stage time / 7:30pm
Doors / 7:00pm

 

Location
Royal Albert Hall,
Kensington Gore
SW7 2AP

 

Tickets
£40 - £60 + booking fee

 

 

Lizz Wright at The Barbican Centre, London.

Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Venue

Barbican Centre

Silk Street,
London.
EC2Y 8DS

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Tuesday 18 March, Barbican Centre
Lizz Wright

 


Following her spellbinding performance at the Proms and a sold-out show at Cadogan Hall earlier this year, the sensational singer will bring her soaring jazz, gospel, blues & folk infused sound to audiences.

Nigel Kennedy - Concert for peace, acceptance and forgiveness” with Cleveland Watkiss a.o. at The Barbican, London.

Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Venue

Barbican Centre

Silk Street,
London.
EC2Y 8DS

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Wednesday 29 January, Barbican Centre


Nigel Kennedy


Bestselling violinist and one of classical music’s true greats, Nigel Kennedy performs his “Concert for peace, acceptance and forgiveness” featuring special guest Cleveland Watkiss alongside other musical collaborators.


https://serious.org.uk/events/nigel-kennedy

Joe Lovano’s Paramount Quartet ft. Julian Lage at Cadogan Hall, London.

Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025

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Thursday 23 January, Cadgan Hall
Joe Lovano’s Paramount Quartet ft. Julian Lage


GRAMMY Award-winning saxophone titan Joe Lovano is joined by Julian Lage, Asante Santi Debriano and Will Calhoun for what promises to be an evening of exquisite jazz stylings.


https://serious.org.uk/events/joe-lovanos-paramount-quartet-featuring-julian-lage-asante-santi-debriano-and-will-calhoun


Thu 23 January 2025

Stage time / 7:30pm

Doors / 7:00pm

 

Location
Cadogan Hall,
5 Sloane Terrace
SW1X 9DQ


Tickets
£32 - £42 + booking fee

Mustafa Özkent at The Jazz Cafe, Camden Town, London.

Date: Monday, January 13, 2025

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Wednesday 15 January, Jazz Cafe
Mustafa Özkent


Legendary Turkish musician Mustafa Özkent will bring his groundbreaking 1973 album Gençlik Ile Elele to life in a rare UK-first performance. Backed by his long-supporting 7-piece Belgian band, the event promises to be an unforgettable evening.


https://serious.org.uk/events/mustafa-ozkent


Wed 15 January 2025
Stage time / 7:30pm
Doors / 7:00pm


Location
Jazz Cafe,
5 Parkway
NW1 7PG

 

Tickets
£25 + booking fee

James Taylor Quartet & Orchestra + Nitin Sawhney, Graham Day, Snowboy & Yvonne Yanney at The Barbican, London.

Date: Friday, July 18, 2025

Featuring: James Taylor Quartet (JTQ)

Venue

Barbican Centre

Silk Street,
London.
EC2Y 8DS

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JAMES TAYLOR QUARTET & Orchestra + Nitin Sawhney, Graham Day, Snowboy & Yvonne Yanney.

 


James Taylor Quartet announce a one-off concert featuring a full Orchestra and very special guests Nitin Sawhney, Graham Day (The Prisoners), Snowboy, & Yvonne Yanney at London’s Barbican.

 


In recent years the James Taylor Quartet have taken inspiration from Lalo Schifrin, Quincy Jones, John Barry and more to produce a trio of breath-taking albums ’Soundtrack from Electric Black’ (2018), ‘People Get Ready’ (2020) and 2022’s ‘Man in the Hot Seat’.

 


All of the LP’s feature a full orchestral line up and are a cinematic stew of lush strings, powerful horns, funk rhythms and the trademark James Taylor Hammond organ sound.

 


This is a night not to be missed - The James Taylor Quartet with a full Orchestra and very special guests.

 

https://www.seetickets.com/event/james-taylor-quartet-orchestra/barbican/3253132

 

 

Tho Croker’s DREAM MANIFEST at Barbican Hall, Barbican Centre, London.

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025

Venue

Barbican Centre

Silk Street,
London.
EC2Y 8DS

More details

We have received the following press release regarding this event ;

Barbican announces line up for Theo Croker’s DREAM MANIFEST in February 2025

 

The Barbican and Brick Lane Jazz Festival today announce the line-up for Theo Croker’s DREAM MANIFEST – a unique evening led by the US-based trumpeter extraordinaire, and co-curated by acclaimed fashion designer Nicholas Daley. Joining Theo Croker for this very special collaboration at the Barbican is a star London line-up of: Ego Ella May, corto.alto, Theon Cross, Coby Sey, Sheila Maurice-Grey and Kassa Overall - as well as a core band of Idris Frederick (keys), Eric Wheeler (bass) and Miguel Marcel Russell (drums).

 

Ego Ella May is London born singer-songwriter who fuses neo-soul, jazz, and R&B musicality. She just released her project FIELDNOTES: COMPLETE and has worked with Croker several times including writing lyrics and providing backing vocals for Every Part Of Me featuring Ari Lennox, taking center stage on Somethin’ and co-starring on the 2023 EP release By The Way. This will be May and Croker’s live performance debut

 

corto.alto is a Glasgow-based musical group led by trombonist Liam Shortall, known for combining jazz with hip-hop, electronic, and funk elements

 

Theon Cross is a London-based tuba player renowned for his work with Sons of Kemet and his incorporation of Afrobeat, hip-hop, and grime

 

Coby Sey, a songwriter and producer from South-East London, is known for his unique blend of genres including hip-hop, jazz, grime, and ambient music

 

Sheila Maurice-Grey is a London trumpeter and composer associated with Kokoroko and who integrates jazz with Afrobeat and highlife

 

Kassa Overall is a New York-based jazz drummer and producer who blends jazz with hip-hop and electronic music

 

Fashion Designer Nicholas Daley has co-curated this performance with Theo Croker and will be supporting with wardrobe and styling showcasing his typically intricate interplay that weaves across music, fashion and culture (http://www.nicholasdaley.net)

 

Full details about the performance can be found below:

 


Theo Croker’s DREAM MANIFEST + special guests
Barbican x Brick Lane Jazz Festival
Saturday 15 February 2025, 8pm
Barbican Hall
Tickets from £20 plus booking fee

 


The Barbican and local friends Brick Lane Jazz Festival present DREAM MANIFEST, a unique evening led by US-based trumpeter extraordinaire Theo Croker, co-curated by acclaimed fashion designer Nicholas Daley. Bringing together an exploration of soundscapes, style and the global jazz community for a very special night, Theo Croker’s DREAM MANIFEST will see Croker joined on stage at the Barbican by a suite of special guests from the London and international jazz and wider music scenes in February 2025: Ego Ella May, corto.alto, Theon Cross, Coby Sey, Sheila Maurice-Grey and Kassa Overall.

 


A collaborative oratorio about imagination, DREAM MANIFEST explores the power to manifest in our universe. It is a sonic exploration that defies genre while being deeply rooted in tradition. This Barbican presentation of DREAM MANIFEST will also include a retrospective on Croker’s last two full length albums BLK2LIFE : A Future Past (Star People Nation, 2021) and Love Quantum (Star People Nation, 2022).

 


When performed live, DREAM MANIFEST also sees Croker add the role of DJ to his palette (in addition to the trumpet), performing and manipulating samples from the albums and reassembling elements of the band’s real-time performance to architect a sonic world live on stage.

 


Renowned for entrancing trumpet melodies and an innovative musical approach, Theo Croker is a standout figure in the contemporary music scene. The grandson of legendary trumpeter Doc Cheatham, Croker continues the legacy, collaborating with a diverse range of musicians, including the likes of Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ari Lennox, J. Cole, Jill Scott and Common, showcasing his versatility across jazz, hip hop, pop, and R&B landscapes.

 


Croker’s live performances command the stage with an infectious energy that captivates audiences globally. With a Grammy nomination, a memorable Tiny Desk performance, and three recent releases, BLK2LIFE: A Future Past, Love Quantum and Jazz at Berlin Philharmonic XIII: Sketches of Miles, Croker continues to transcend genres, leaving an indelible mark on the evolving landscape of music with each resonant note.

 


Performers will include a core unit of Idris Frederick (keys), Eric Wheeler (bass), and Miguel Marcel Russell (drums). The performance will be supported with wardrobe and styling by Nicholas Daley renowned for his intricate interplay weaving across music, fashion and culture. (http://www.nicholasdaley.net).

 


Produced by the Barbican in association with Brick Lane Jazz Festival
Find out more
https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2025/event/theo-crokers-dream-manifest


About the Barbican
The Barbican is a catalyst for creativity, sparking possibilities for artists, audiences, and communities. We showcase the most exciting art from around the world, pushing traditional artistic boundaries to entertain and inspire millions of people, create connections, provoke debate, and reflect the world we live in.
We are an international arts and events centre rooted firmly in our own neighbourhood, collaborating with local communities and putting the City of London on the map as a destination for everybody. Central to our purpose is supporting emerging talent and shaping opportunities that will accelerate the next generation of creatives.
As a not-for-profit, we rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations, including our principal funder the City of London Corporation. Every ticket purchased, donation made, and pound earned supports our arts and learning programme and enables the widest possible range of people to experience the joy of the arts.
Opened in 1982, the Barbican is a unique and audacious building, recognised globally as an architectural icon. As well as our theatres, galleries, concert halls and cinemas, we have a large conservatory with over 1,500 species of plants and trees, a library, conference facilities, public and community spaces, restaurants, bars, and a picturesque lakeside oasis.
We’re proud to be the home of the London Symphony Orchestra, and a London base of the Royal Shakespeare Company. We regularly co-commission, produce and showcase the work of our other associates and partners including the Academy of Ancient Music, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Boy Blue, Cheek by Jowl, Darbar Festival, Doc’n Roll Film Festival, Drum Works, EFG London Jazz Festival, London Palestine Film Festival, Serious, and Trafalgar Theatre Productions.
For more information, visit our website or connect with us on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify | LinkedIn
http://www.barbican.org.uk


About the Brick Lane Jazz Festival
Brick Lane Jazz Festival returns in 2025 for its fourth year from the 25 – 27 April 2025, with a genre-defying line-up that mirrors the vibrant convergence of London’s thriving underground music scenes. Having firmly established itself as a cornerstone of East London’s cultural landscape, the festival continues to grow, uncovering underground jazz gems while drawing in artists making the biggest waves on the UK scene, all set against the backdrop of some of the capital’s most renowned cultural hotspots.
All festival venues are within a short walk from the central hub at the iconic Truman Brewery space on Brick Lane, transforming the site and surrounding area into a vibrant hive of gig-hopping excitement for three days every April.  Focused on spotlighting emerging talent, the festival brings together artists from jazz, hip-hop, neo-soul, R&B, breakbeat, and electronic music, performing across ten iconic music venues on and around Brick Lane.
Tickets and more info at http://www.bricklanejazzfestival.com


 

The Duncan Lamont Song Book with Duncan Lamont Jnr, Esther Bennett & Daniela Clynes at Jazz Cafe POSK, Hammersmith, London.

Date: Friday, January 10, 2025

Featuring: Esther Bennett

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Esther Bennett has forwarded the following information;


“THE DUNCAN LAMONT SONGBOOK”
With Duncan Lamont Jnr, Esther Bennett & Daniela Clynes

 

FRIDAY JANUARY 10TH 2025
JAZZ CAFE POSK      
238-King St                
London W6 0RF    
0208 741 1940


Time :  Bar 7pm / Gig 8pm
Tickets £15 on door or at Eventbrite
Table Booking (11am- 8pm) 07583969014


This very special show features two of the London jazz scene’s highly respected jazz vocalists, Esther Bennett and Daniela Clynes and Duncan Lamont Jnr who will be celebrating the legacy of his illustrious father’s song writing career.


With :
John Crawford on piano
Richard Sadler on double bass
Paul Cavaciuti on drums


Click here for more information
https://jazzcafeposk.org/event/remembering-duncan-lamont-with-duncan-lamont-jr-esther-bennett-and-daniela-clynes/


Click here for:  Tickets at Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/duncan-lamont-songbook-duncan-lamont-jr-esther-bennett-daniela-clynes-tickets-1091376830479

 


This project explores the vast songbook of Duncan Lamont, often described as ‘the new Cole Porter’ and who’s songs have been recorded by Natalie Cole, George Shearing, Mark Murphy, Norma Winstone and Cleo Laine.


American jazz singer and pianist, Blossom Dearie,  in a NY Times interview cited Duncan Lamont as one of her favourite songwriters. 
One of his most treasured possessions was a letter from Fred Astaire saying how much he liked Duncan’s song: “Fred Astaire”.

5th Annual Bath Jazz Weekend at Widcombe Social Club, Bath.

Dates: Friday, January 03, 2025 - Sunday, January 05, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

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Nod Knowles has forwarded the following Media Release;

BATH JAZZ WEEKEND 2025 – MEDIA RELEASE

 

The 5th annual Bath Jazz Weekend - Friday 3 to Sunday 5 January 2025 – features a remarkable line up of bands and soloists of international standing.

 

The Europe-friendly programme welcomes celebrated jazz artists from the Netherlands and France alongside some of the best British bands.

 

This uniquely co-operative annual event has found musicians and audiences alike delighted to fill the no-mans-land downtime of the first weekend in January with some of the best and highest quality contemporary jazz.

 

The 2025 Weekend continues this new tradition, appropriately in the friendly surroundings of Bath’s Widcombe Social Club.

 

Beginning on Friday night, as always, with a jazz-suffused film, this year’s offering is director Robert Wise’s classic 1959 film noir Odds Against Tomorrow starring Harry Belafonte and Shelley Winters and featuring a soundtrack from the legendary Modern Jazz Quartet with Bill Evans and Jim Hall.

 

Friday’s live programme kicks off with leading young generation artists in a quartet led by pianist Ky Osborne. Equipped with the fire of discovery and the support and inspiration of organisations such as Tomorrow’s Warriors, Ky and his band are the perfect choice to ignite the flame of the Jazz Weekend for 2025.

 

Topping the bill on Friday night is the celebrated trumpeter and composer Laura Jurd. Joined by a unique line up of viola, guitar and drums, innovation is at the heart of everything Laura creates within the rich traditions of jazz and folk music whilst taking twists and turns that prove her to be one of the UK’s most important new generation jazz artists.

 

Saturday’s programme divides into afternoon and evening sessions.

 

Saxophonist Dee Byrne leads off on Saturday afternoon with her sextet Outlines, a new avant jazz project playing original compositions and taking short musical sketches as springboards for this dynamic ensemble to improvise in ever fresh directions.

 

Another sextet - Kevin Figes’ You Are Here - is a loving tribute to much admired but now sadly departed friends, mentors and collaborators, featuring new arrangements of
compositions by Keith Tippett, Elton Dean, Harry Miller, Dudu Pukwana and others, played by a band which represents the strength and breadth of the vibrant Bristol scene.

 

Saturday evening’s session reinforces the international and diverse flavour of the programme.

 

Scotland’s Secret Path Trio, fronted by the low whistle and the Highland pipes of Fraser Fifield, creates a unique and melodic repertoire that infuses jazz with Scottish traditions alongside the inspiration of leading Scots artists Paul Harrison on keyboard and drummer Tom Bancroft.


From the Netherlands, pianist, vocalist and composer Nani Vazana is one of the only artists in the world writing and playing songs in the ancient, matriarchal Ladino language, propelling it into the 21st century with socially pertinent lyrics, celebrating migration, gender and female empowerment.

 

The evening ends with a premiere of Molecatcher, a new trio built around the ever-inventive, fulsome creativity of saxophonist Iain Ballamy and the award-winning virtuosity of guitarist Rob Luft – jazz musicians from two generations who have both achieved the rare distinction of creating their own unmistakable and uniquely individual styles.

 

On Sunday the three-gig programme begins with the quartet Ribbons, jointly lead by pianist Rebecca Nash and vocalist Sara Colman whose repertoire includes original compositions as well as a celebration of the intimacy and delicacy of songs from jazz and their favourite singer-songwriters.

 

Following on is another premiere from a new trio of three magisterial improvisers: saxophonist Larry Stabbins, now well into his thrilling new chapter of musical exploration; Paul Rogers, back from France, with his fierce, insatiable commitment to testing the limits of the double bass; and drummer Mark Sanders, champion mainstay of the best in free improvisation.

 

Rounding off Sunday is the perfect finale for the Bath Jazz Weekend and the beginning of 2025. Pianist Huw Warren and vocalist and violinist Angharad Jenkins present their new interpretation of Calennig, the Welsh traditional music that celebrates and welcomes the New Year. Based on the beautiful, ancient Plygain carols symbolising hope and new beginnings, the duo’s collaboration draws inspiration from the traditions of their native Wales and steps gently and melodically between the worlds of jazz and folk.

 

Tickets – for all Weekend, single days or single sessions – are available online from https://alloftheabovemusic.eventbrite.com and online, by phone 01225 463362 and in person from Bath Box Office – https://bathboxoffice.org.uk/whats-on/bath-jazz-weekend-2025/about

 

More info and updates can be found at;

 

http://www.bathjazzweekend.com

 

http://www.facebook.com/AllOfTheAboveMusic

 

http://www.widcombesocialclub.co.uk

 

For other info email
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or call 07880 703518

 

PROGRAMME IN FULL:

 

Fill those dull days after Xmas and New Year before going back to school and work with music of the highest international quality at the 5th annual Bath Jazz Weekend.

 

Full programme details…..

 

FRIDAY 03.01.2025
Evening: Doors 5.00pm – programme begins 6.15pm


ODDS AGAINST TOMORROW
Soundtrack by The Modern Jazz Quartet with Jim Hall & Bill Evans With its dark jazz score and brooding atmosphere Odds Against Tomorrow was directed in 1959 by four time Oscar winner Robert Wise (The Sound of Music, West Side Story) . A classic of film noir, this tale of crime, corruption and the tension of racism stars Harry Belafonte. Shelley Winters and Robert Ryan.

 

KY OSBORNE’S KO QUARTET
Ky Osborne/Joe Steyn/Freddie Canton/Ollie Young
Pianist Osbone (scheduled to appear last year with Mail Sheard) and his new band are from the ever-active, far-sighted, inspirational Tomorrow’s Warriors – London’s
seedbed for talented young musicians and original compositions and home of the already thriving next generation.

 

THE LAURA JURD QUARTET
Laura Jurd/Cori Smith/Tara Cunningham/Corrie Dick
Composer-performer Laura Jurd’s unique voice as an improvising trumpet player is at the heart of everything she creates, celebrating and innovating within the rich
traditions of jazz and folk music whilst taking twists and turns that prove her to be one of the UKs most important new generation jazz artists.


SATURDAY 04.01.2025

 

Afternoon
Doors 12 midday – programme begins 1.30pm

 

DEE BYRNE’S OUTLINES
Dee Byrne/Tom Ward/Nick Malcom/Olie Brice/Rebecca Nash/Andrew Lisle
Outlines is saxophonist Dee Byrne’s new avant jazz project, playing original compositions and taking short musical sketches as springboards for this dynamic ensemble to improvise in ever fresh directions.


KEVIN FIGES’ YOU ARE HERE SEXTET
Kevin Figes/Jim Blomfield/Raph Clarkson/Tony Orrell/Riaan Vosloo/Pete Judge
You Are Here is a loving tribute to much admired but now sadly departed friends, mentors and collaborators featuring new arrangements of compositions by Keith
Tippett, Elton Dean, Harry Miller, Dudu Pukwana and others by a sextet representing the strength and breadth of the vibrant Bristol scene.


Evening
Programme begins 6.30pm


SECRET PATH TRIO
Fraser Fifield/Tom Bancroft/Paul Harrison
In the hands of Fraser Fifield the low whistle and the Highland pipes deliver a unique and melodic repertoire that infuses jazz with Scottish traditions alongside the
inspiration of leading Scots artists Paul Harrison on keyboard and drummer Tom Bancroft.


NANI VAZANA Solo piano & vocals
A unique instrumentalist and composer, Nani Vazana – visiting the Jazz Weekend from her home in Amsterdam - is one of the only artists in the world that play and
compose songs in the ancient, matriarchal Ladino language, propelling it into the 21st century with socially pertinent lyrics, celebrating migration, gender and female
empowerment.


MOLECATCHER: BALLAMY/LUFT/CHAPLIN
Iain Ballamy/Rob Luft/Conor Chaplin
The Jazz Weekend premieres this new trio, built around the ever-inventive, fulsome creativity of saxophonist Iain Ballamy and the award-winning virtuosity of guitarist Rob Luft – jazz musicians from two generation who have both achieved the rare distinction of of creating their own inimitable, unmistakable and uniquely individual
styles.

 

SUNDAY 05.01.2025
Doors 12 midday – programme begins 1.00pm

 

RIBBONS
Rebecca Nash/Sara Colman/Henrik Jensen/Jonathan Silk
Centred around their eponymous original composition, Ribbons is the joyous musical partnership of Sarah Colman’s voice and Rebecca Nash’s piano, celebrating the
intimacy and delicacy of songs from jazz and the realm of their favourite singer- songwriters.


SAROST: STABBINS/ROGERS/SANDERS
Larry Stabbins/Paul Rogers/Mark Sanders
Three magisterial improvisers: saxophonist Larry Stabbins, now well into his thrilling new chapter of musical exploration; Paul Rogers, back from France courtesy of the
Jazz Weekend, with his fierce , unstoppable, insatiable commitment to testing the limits of the double bass; and drummer Mark Sanders, champion mainstay of the
best in free improvisation.


CALENNIG New Year’s Gift
Huw Warren & Angharad Jenkins
As a perfect finale for the 2025 Bath Jazz Weekend, pianist Huw Warren and vocalist and violinist Anhgarad Jenkins present their new interpretation of Calennig, the
Welsh traditional music that celebrates and welcomes the New Year. Based on the beautiful, ancient Plygain carols symbolising hope and new beginnings, the duo’s
collaboration draws inspiration from the traditions of their native Wales and steps gently and melodically between the worlds of jazz and folk.

 

Bath Jazz Weekend 2025 is generously sponsored by
Great Wine Co
Widcombe Social Club
Arts Council England

12th Annual Coltrane Festival at SMOKE Jazz Club, New York City, USA.

Dates: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - Sunday, January 05, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

More details

We have received the following press release regarding this event;

 


SMOKE Jazz Club’s 12th Annual Coltrane Festival Begins Next Week with Ravi Coltrane December 11 - January 5

 

 

Entering its second quarter century as committed as ever to pure jazz (All About Jazz),” SMOKE Jazz Club continues its 25th anniversary season with an exciting line-up in this year’s 12th annual Coltrane Festival. Over the course of four weeks (December 11-January 5), some of today’s top musicians join forces to celebrate the life and musical legacy of the great saxophonist and composer John Coltrane. Coltrane Festival “Countdown 2025” features Ravi Coltrane, in his debut at SMOKE, Eric Scott Reed, Nicholas Payton, Louis Hayes, and more in what has become a seasonal highlight in the world of jazz. It also includes the New Year’s Eve Celebration (Dec 31) with one of the best line-ups yet: Jazzmeia Horn, Vincent Herring, Cyrus Chestnut, Yasushi Nakamura, and Johnathan Blake. For the complete December schedule and most updated calendar, please visit SMOKEjazz.com.

 

COLTRANE FESTIVAL (subject to change):

 

Wed-Sun December 11-15: Ravi Coltrane featuring Gadi Lehavi and Elé Salif Howell SMOKE debut
Ravi Coltrane – saxophones
Gadi Lehavi – piano
Elé Salif Howell – drums
“A worthy heir to his father, jazz legend John Coltrane.” – The Telegraph (UK)
Critically acclaimed, GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Ravi Coltrane makes a highly anticipated SMOKE Jazz Club debut with his inspired trio featuring pianist Gadi Lehavi and drummer Elé Howell. An artist whose career occupies a singular niche in modern jazz, Ravi Coltrane has established a sound and concepts that stand undeniably on their own, extending far beyond the shadow of his iconic name. Over a 20-plus-year career, Coltrane has worked as a sideman to many and recorded noteworthy albums for himself and others, including McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, Dave Liebman, Joe Lovano, Terence Blanchard, Geri Allen, and many more. All About Jazz reviewed his group, saying, “The band is dynamite. Coltrane mainly played tenor, on which his sound is massive but softer-edged and less biting than that of his father.” The New York Times adds, “There are few saxophonists in jazz today as silvery and deft as Ravi Coltrane.”


Wed-Sun December 18-22: Eric Scott Reed Quintet featuring Nicholas Payton & Eric Alexander
Nicholas Payton – trumpet
Eric Alexander – tenor saxophone
Eric Scott Reed – piano
Peter Washington – bass
Joe Farnsworth – drums
“Reed is one of those tremendously gifted players.” – Downbeat
The Coltrane Festival continues with an exciting Coltrane-inspired quintet assembled by piano master Eric Scott Reed, who All About Jazz reports has “fully established himself in the forefront of jazz pianists.” A child prodigy who grew up playing in his father’s storefront Baptist Church, Reed has been one of the most important ambassadors of the music for over 30 years. Ahmad Jamal called him “one of my very favorite pianists.” Joining Reed is a virtuoso front line, trumpeter Nicholas Payton and saxophonist Eric Alexander, and an all-star rhythm section, bassist Peter Washington and drummer Joe Farnsworth.

 

Wed-Thu December 25-26: Special Guest Louis Hayes with Vincent Herring Quartet featuring George Cables
Vincent Herring – alto saxophone
George Cables – piano
Yasushi Nakamura – bass
Louis Hayes – drums
Drum icon and NEA Jazz Master Louis Hayes has worked and recorded with John Coltrane. A treasure of American music, Hayes’s career spans seven decades. His impeccable feel and propulsive swing have helped to define the art of jazz drumming. The Guardian reports, “Hayes has an unmistakable style: excitement tempered by poise.” All About Jazz adds, “Today, Louis is one of the last men drumming from jazz’s galloping hard-bop era. Best of all, [he] hasn’t lost an ounce of energy or style.”


Fri-Sat December 27-28: Special Guest Eddie Henderson with Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Eddie Henderson – trumpet
Vincent Herring – alto saxophone
George Cables – piano
Yasushi Nakamura – bass
Joe Farnsworth – drums
The eternally youthful Eddie Henderson has proven again that he is still making some of the most important music of his career into his 80s. The New York Times says Henderson’s “deft feel and plush sound madehim a central figure in the worlds of jazz-funk and hard-bop in the 1970s. The Chicago Reader adds, “His progressive, assured, and imaginative improvisations roll out in a glorious sun-splashed tone… he seems to dance through his solos, balancing his quick clockwork technique with bursts of bluesy soul.”

 

Sun-Mon December 29-30: Special Guest Steve Turre with Vincent Herring Quintet featuring George Cables
Steve Turre – trombone
Vincent Herring – alto saxophone
George Cables – piano
Yasushi Nakamura – bass
Joe Farnsworth – drums
The incredible trombonist and seashell innovator Steve Turre is “perhaps the leading trombonist of this generation (Rolling Stone).” His storied career includes work alongside music legends Ray Charles, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, and Woody Shaw. He has consistently won both the Readers’ and Critics’ polls in JazzTimes, Downbeat, and Jazziz for “Best Trombone” and “Best Miscellaneous Instrumentalist (shells).” He is a versatile master and a true jazz original. Downbeat says, “Few artists’ own’ their instrument to the degree that trombonist Steve Turre does. Whether playing the music of Rahsaan Roland Kirk, performing as a member of the Saturday Night Live house band, or with one of his own groups, his voice is distinctive and memorable.”

 

Tuesday, Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring The Countdown All-Stars
Jazzmeia Horn – vocals
Vincent Herring – tenor saxophone
Cyrus Chestnut – piano
Yasushi Nakamura – bass
Johnathan Blake – drums
SMOKE’s year-end Coltrane Festival “Countdown 2025” converges with SMOKE’s annual New Year’s Eve Celebration, a perennially popular night of music and revelry. And, this year features one of its best lineups, the Countdown 2025 All-Stars, featuring vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, saxophonist Vincent Herring, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, bassist Yasushi Nakamura, and drummer Johnathan Blake, who will combine their considerable musical talents to ring in the New Year. A special holiday prix-fixe menu and a festive atmosphere will complement the celebration.
Billboard reports that Horn is “undoubtedly among the jazz world’s most exciting young vocalists.” Chestnut, Nakamura, and Blake are reunited with Herring from his celebrated 2021 album Preaching to the Choir, which NPR’s Fresh Air said: “is aimed at folks who like their jazz with a dollop of swing, rhythm, and blues feeling, music steeped in the African American vernacular and played by a soloist with swagger.” These four instrumentalists know how to deliver a good time, and augmented by the great Jazzmeia Horn; they will, of course, do just that.
Two Seatings:
7:00 p.m. includes 4-course holiday dinner and one show ($250 + tax & tip)
9:30 p.m. includes 4-course holiday dinner, two shows, midnight celebration with prosecco champagne toast, hats & noise makers ($350 plus tax & tip)

 


Thu-Sun January 2-5: COLTRANE FESTIVAL: “Tenor Titans” Wayne Escoffery / Jimmy Greene Quintet featuring Buster Williams and Lenny White
Jimmy Greene – tenor saxophone
Wayne Escoffery – tenor saxophone
Orrin Evans – piano
Buster Williams – bass
Lenny White – drums
The year begins as 2024 ended with the final week in SMOKE’s annual Coltrane Festival! The “Tenor Titans” quintet features two old friends and incredible tenor saxophonists, Wayne Escoffery and Jimmy Greene. Greene and Escoffery are both former students and protégés of the great Jackie McLean. Their playing embodies his passion and fire, as well as the profound influence of John Coltrane. Jazzwise (UK) calls Greene “without doubt one of the most striking young tenors of recent years,” while The New York Times describes Escoffery as “a powerful, passionate player.” Joining these two powerful saxophonists is an inspired rhythm section featuring pianist Orrin Evans and a pair of music legends: bassist Buster Williams and drummer Lenny White.

 

About SMOKE
Located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side at the junction of Broadway and 106th Street (aka Duke Ellington Boulevard), Smoke Jazz Club is one of New York City’s premier live music venues. Renowned for offering top-notch programming of accessible, timeless jazz featuring legendary performers, modern masters, and rising stars, Smoke stands apart with its candlelit dining room, stellar acoustics, and classic American cuisine. Founded in 1999, SMOKE also boasts a GRAMMY-nominated label, Smoke Sessions Records, and a celebrated streaming concert series, Smoke Screens. For everything else, visit http://www.smokejazz.com.


Ticketing + Information:


When: Wednesday-Sunday @ 7:00 p.m. + 9:00 p.m. and additional 10:30 p.m. (Fri & Sat only). Doors open at 5:00 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).


Where: SMOKE Jazz Club, 2751 Broadway (between 105/106th Streets), New York, NY, Train: 1 to 103rd Street.


Tickets: In-Person $25+. Livestream $15. For more information and to make reservations, please visit http://www.smokejazz.com.

 

 

The Countdown All Stars feat. Jazzmeia Horn at SMOKE Jazz Club, New York City, USA.

Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024

More details

We have received the following information regarding this event;


Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Jazzmeia Horn, Johnathan Blake and More at SMOKE Jazz Club 12/31

 

 

Tuesday, Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring
The Countdown All-Stars
Jazzmeia Horn – vocals
Vincent Herring – tenor saxophone
Cyrus Chestnut – piano
Yasushi Nakamura – bass
Johnathan Blake – drums

 

SMOKE’s year-end Coltrane Festival “Countdown 2025” converges with SMOKE’s annual New Year’s Eve Celebration, a perennially popular night of music and revelry. And, this year features one of its best lineups, the Countdown 2025 All-Stars, featuring vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, saxophonist Vincent Herring, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, bassist Yasushi Nakamura, and drummer Johnathan Blake, who will combine their considerable musical talents to ring in the New Year. A special holiday prix-fixe menu and a festive atmosphere will complement the celebration.

 

Billboard reports that Horn is “undoubtedly among the jazz world’s most exciting young vocalists.” Chestnut, Nakamura, and Blake are reunited with Herring from his celebrated 2021 album Preaching to the Choir, which NPR’s Fresh Air said: “is aimed at folks who like their jazz with a dollop of swing, rhythm, and blues feeling, music steeped in the African American vernacular and played by a soloist with swagger.” These four instrumentalists know how to deliver a good time, and augmented by the great Jazzmeia Horn; they will, of course, do just that.


Two Seatings:
7:00 p.m. includes 4-course holiday dinner and one show ($250 + tax & tip)
9:30 p.m. includes 4-course holiday dinner, two shows, midnight celebration with prosecco champagne toast, hats & noise makers ($350 plus tax & tip)


Where: SMOKE Jazz Club, 2751 Broadway (between 105/106th Streets), New York, NY, Train: 1 to 103rd Street.


Tickets: For more information and to make reservations, please visit http://www.smokejazz.com.

Arctic Circle / Daylight Music presents Lost Map: Afterlands, Pictish Trial + Flo Lines, lunchtime event at The Hot Tin Faversham, Kent.

Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025

More details

From;
https://www.daylightmusic.co.uk/events/390


Daylight Music390: Lost Map: Afterlands, Pictish Trial + Flo Lines (encore)
Sunday 26 January 2025
12:00 pm 3:00 pm
The Hot Tin
Whitstable RoadFaversham ME13 8BD

 


Advance PWYC Ticket: buytickets.at/arcticcircle/1400490

 

A new year and a new opportunity to book in for a musical check-up with our distant Hebridean friends at Lost Map recordings. A self-proclaimed micro-label and collective, a decade or so since it began, is very much pushing forward, onwards, upwards and away, uncovering new idea and new sounds, unshackled by style or genre.

 

Anything but boring and predictable, the label’s guiding voice Pictish Trail will debut new songs and stories alongside the Scottish Album of the Year nominees Afterlands. We will also introduce you to a new voice and member of the label - producer and songwriter Flo-Lines.

 

When the pandemic descended, Rick Anthony (The Phantom Band / Rick Redbeard) and David McAulay (Strike the Colours) began exchanging ideas remotely, creating the contours of what would become their new project together Afterlands. The captivating album We Are the Animals in the Night’released in 2023 on Lost Map carves a crepuscular sound world, where shadows, dreams, memories and fears overlap and intertwine with astonishing results as you’ll hear firsthand today.

 

Released as part of Lost Map’s Postmap Club subscription service, Flo Lines’s debut single I was biding my time revealed an extended collage-like approach to music making, informed by her background in radio production and audio-visual art. Combining sounds both found and played, she blends compositions from different takes of songs captured in different spaces both indoors and out, to create slow sonic medleys that transport the listener through different places and feelings.

 

Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop wonder Pictish Trail, AKA Johnny Lynch, released his fifth album Island Family in 2022 to critical acclaim from The Observer and The Times to Mojo,  Uncut, Loud & Quiet and BBC 6 Music. Having toured the world both as a headliner and as support for artists including Belle & Sebastian, Pavement, Mogwai, Sea Power, Slow Club and KT Tunstall, he has performed at festivals including Glastonbury, Field Day, Bestival,  Deer Shed, Celtic Connections, the Edinburgh Fringe and ­Green Man*  (*all 22 instalments to date).

 

Further event details: Cafe and bar open. An event for all ages. Pay-What-You-Can entry in advance or on the door (£12 per adult suggestion), subject to availability/capacity. The doors open at midday and the music begins a 1pm.

Arctic Circle / Daylight Music presents Lost Map - Afterlands, Pictish Trial + Flo Lines, lunchtime event at St. John’s, Leytonstone, London.

Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025

More details

From;
https://www.daylightmusic.co.uk/events/389


Daylight Music 389: Lost Map - Afterlands, Pictish Trial + Flo Lines
Saturday 25 January 2025
12:00 pm 2:00 pm
St John’s, Leytonstone
825 High Road Leytonstone, London, E11 1HH

 

Advance PWYC Ticket: buytickets.at/arcticcircle/1400517

 

A new year and a new opportunity to book in for a musical check-up with our distant Hebridean friends at Lost Map recordings. A self-proclaimed micro-label and collective, a decade or so since it began, is very much pushing forward, onwards, upwards and away, uncovering new idea and new sounds, unshackled by style or genre.

 

Anything but boring and predictable, the label’s guiding voice Pictish Trail will debut new songs and stories alongside the Scottish Album of the Year nominees Afterlands. We will also introduce you to a new voice and member of the label - producer and songwriter Flo-Lines.

 

When the pandemic descended, Rick Anthony (The Phantom Band / Rick Redbeard) and David McAulay (Strike the Colours) began exchanging ideas remotely, creating the contours of what would become their new project together Afterlands. The captivating album We Are the Animals in the Night’released in 2023 on Lost Map carves a crepuscular sound world, where shadows, dreams, memories and fears overlap and intertwine with astonishing results as you’ll hear firsthand today.

 

Released as part of Lost Map’s Postmap Club subscription service, Flo Lines’s debut single I was biding my time revealed an extended collage-like approach to music making, informed by her background in radio production and audio-visual art. Combining sounds both found and played, she blends compositions from different takes of songs captured in different spaces both indoors and out, to create slow sonic medleys that transport the listener through different places and feelings.

 

Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop wonder Pictish Trail, AKA Johnny Lynch, released his fifth album Island Family in 2022 to critical acclaim from The Observer and The Times to Mojo,  Uncut, Loud & Quiet and BBC 6 Music. Having toured the world both as a headliner and as support for artists including Belle & Sebastian, Pavement, Mogwai, Sea Power, Slow Club and KT Tunstall, he has performed at festivals including Glastonbury, Field Day, Bestival,  Deer Shed, Celtic Connections, the Edinburgh Fringe and ­Green Man*  (*all 22 instalments to date).

 

Further event details: Cafe open. An event for all ages. Pay-What-You-Can entry in advance or on the door (£12 per adult suggestion, children free), subject to availability/capacity.

NYC Now Min-Fest 2025 feat. Aubrey Johnson, Jamie Baum & Brad Shepik at The Greenwich House Music School, New York City, USA.

Date: Thursday, January 09, 2025

More details

We have received the following press release regarding this event;


NYC NOW Mini-Fest 2025 Featuring Aubrey Johnson, Jamie Baum & Brad Shepik: January 9 at The Greenwich Music School!

 


NYC NOW Mini-fest 2025
Thursday, January 9, 2025
At The Greenwich House Music School
46 Barrow St. NYC/Tel 212 242 4770/www.GreenwichHouse.org

 

 

An evening of music presented by:
Aubrey Johnson Group
The Jamie Baum Septet+
Brad Shepik “Human Activity”

 

 

In conjunction with APAP, Jazz Congress and Winter JazzFest (although not a part of it), this event will be open to the general public with a cover charge of $20 for the entire evening. There will be no charge for attendees with an APAP, Jazz Congress or Winter JazzFest badge or proof of registration

 

 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TKTS
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-now-mini-fest-2025-tickets-1093691573939?aff=oddtdtcreator

 

 

 

7 PM: Aubrey Johnson Group
Aubrey Johnson - voice, Tomoko Omura - violin, Alex LoRe - b. clarinet/a sax/flute Chris McCarthy - piano, Matt Aronoff - bass, Ross Pederson - drums
“Aubrey Johnson boldly breaks the rules…” Stephanie Jones, DownBeat

 

 


8 PM: The Jamie Baum Septet+
Jamie Baum- flutes, compositions, Jonathan Finlayson - trumpet, Jaleel Shaw – alto sax, Chris Komer - French horn, Brad Shepik - guitar, Luis Perdomo – piano
Joe Martin – bass/electric bass, Jeff Hirshfield – drums, Aubrey Johnson, Sara Serpa - vocals
“*****(5 stars) (What Times Are These) is a great album…and important album” - Brian Morton, DownBeat

 

 


9 PM: Brad Shepik “Human Activity”
Brad Shepik- guitar, Layale Chaker- violin, Phillip Golub - piano, Sam Minaie - bass, Elé Howell - drums
“truly stunning..proof of Shepik’s rightful place among the guitar elite.” - Brad Cohan, The NYC Jazz Record

 

Hoot Jazz Band, afternoon fundraising event at The Hive Music & Media Centre, Shrewsbury.

Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025

Venue

The Hive, Shrewsbury

5 Belmont,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire.
UK

More details

From;
https://events.hiveonline.org.uk/


Jan
19
Sun
14:00


Hoot Jazz Band
Tickets from £10

 

Sunday 19th January
Event starts at 2pm and finishes at 5:30pm.
Tickets priced at £10

 

A dash of Blues,
a shake of Jazz,
a slice of Township,
and a pinch of soul.
This gig has been donated to the Hive as part of the Save the Hive campaign.


Ticket sales will go towards supporting the Hive to continue delivering creative activities and workshops to improve wellbeing.


Please note that a £1 booking fee is added to online transactions to cover essential administrative costs.


Tickets here;
https://events.hiveonline.org.uk/whats-on/hoot-jazz-band/

Ross Hicks / Patrick Barrett-Donlon Quartet double bill at Black Mountain Jazz, Melville Centre, Abergavenny.

Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025

More details

From;
https://www.blackmountainjazz.co.uk/performances


Ross Hicks Trio
26 Jan 2025, 16:00
Melville Centre, 4 Pen-Y-Pound, Abergavenny NP7 5UD, UK
Black Mountain Jazz is delighted to invite three of our favourite musicians to present Three Elms, an excellent first album composed by talented young pianist Ross Hicks.
**Those also attending the 8pm Patrick Barratt-Donlon Quartet gig will find it has a “two show discount” ticket price.**

Patrick Barrett-Donlon Quartet ‘Leading from the Back’
Sun, 26 Jan |  Melville Centre
Led by Cardiff-based drummer-composer Patrick Barrett-Donlon, this quartet focuses on the repertoire of the earlier pioneers of jazz and the genius of their music, arrangements and playing.
**There is a ‘two show discount’ ticket price for anyone also attending the 4pm Ross Hicks Trio performance.**

Academy Jazz Festival at Royal Academy of Music, London.

Dates: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Thursday, February 13, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

More details

The Royal Academy of Music have forwarded the following details regarding this event;


There is also opportunity to hear the Academy’s Jazz Department this spring. Celebrating its 11th year, the annual Academy Jazz Festival returns on 12- 13 February. This year, the Academy welcomes debuts from the highly praised Trinidadian steelpan virtuoso Leon Foster Thomas and two stars of the European jazz scene, singer soundscaper Lynn Cassiers and bassist/ vocalist Sarah Murcia, as well as award winning saxophonist Xhosa Cole and young ECM star and Academy alumnus Rob Luft. Saxophone legend Will Vinson also returns to the Academy for this year’s festival.

 

Find out more at http://www.ram.ac.uk

 

Royal Academy of Music
Marylebone Road, London NW1 5HT

 

 

Devon Harrison Quartet at Jazz at The Bonded Warehouse, Stourbridge.

Date: Friday, February 14, 2025

More details

From;
https://www.jazzbw.org.uk/upcoming-shows


The Devon Harrison Quartet
Friday 14th February. 7.45 pm
Devon is recognised as one of the most versatile and charismatic jazz singers currently performing today. With a rich baritone voice, smooth & seductive in popular ballads but with controlled power and flexibility and a lyricism that really swings in a variety of mid and up-tempo Jazz, Blues and Soul Classics. His artistic influences include among others greats such as; Nat King Cole, Billy Eckstine,  Otis Redding,Sam Cooke, Joe Williams, Luther Vandross, Betty Carter, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Mel Torme & Johnny Hartman. Devon has performed with many well-known artists including legendary soul singer Eddie Floyd. Devon has continued to work with his own jazz ensembles with residencies at the famous “Jazz after Dark” in Soho, & ‘The Paragon Club’ in Mayfair.Tonight Devon plans to deliver a set for the romantics.

 

Tickets on the door (unreserved seating):
Adult: £14.00 adult
Students/under 16’s: £7.00


Concerts usually finish just after 10 pm. Access to The Bonded Warehouse is via two short flights of stairs and may not be suitable for those with disabilities. Free parking is available alongside the Bonded Warehouse in Canal Street.

 

There will be no refreshments served but patrons may bring a moderate amount of refreshments, including alcoholic drinks, for their own consumption during the concert.

Edison Herbert Trio at Jazz at The Bonded Warehouse, Stourbridge.

Date: Friday, January 10, 2025

Featuring: Edison Herbert

More details

From;
https://www.jazzbw.org.uk/upcoming-shows


Friday 10th January, 7.45 pm
The Edison Herbert Trio
Edison Herbert tonight makes a welcome return to JABW. A sensitive and melodic musician who plays the guitar from the heart. Herbert, is a skilful improviser who favours a lyrical approach along the lines of Wes Montgomery and George Benson (two of his main influences) and has performed with the latter who after hearing him commented ...“you’re one of the few cats who can make that thing sound so good.” Come along and hear for yourself. Edison was also nominated for the prestigious Hollywood Music Awards in 2023.

 

Tickets on the door (unreserved seating):
Adult: £14.00 adult
Students/under 16’s: £7.00


Concerts usually finish just after 10 pm. Access to The Bonded Warehouse is via two short flights of stairs and may not be suitable for those with disabilities. Free parking is available alongside the Bonded Warehouse in Canal Street.

 

There will be no refreshments served but patrons may bring a moderate amount of refreshments, including alcoholic drinks, for their own consumption during the concert.

54th International Jazz Week,  Burghausen, Germany.

Dates: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 30, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

More details

We have received the following information regarding this event;


Press release

 

* 54th International Jazz Week Burghausen, March 26-30, 25: Musical highlights and a small record * Ticket sales start on November 27,  2024


54th International Jazz Week Burghausen: Musical highlights and a small record
The 54th International Jazz Week Burghausen, from 26 to 30 March 2025, will feature top-class artists, a varied program and a small record:


Record participation in the Burghausen Jazz Award 2025
For the first time in the history of the Burghausen Jazz Prize, the mark of 100 valid applications has been exceeded: 108 entries from 48 countries mark a new milestone. Compared to previous years (2024: 70, 2023: 60, 2020/21: 42, 2019: 35), this development shows the growing international importance of the competition. A total of 426 musicians took part, including artists from the USA, Canada, China and Colombia. Applications from Germany, Italy, France, Poland, Austria, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Hungary and Norway are particularly well represented.
The decision on who will win the Burghausen Jazz Prize 2025 will be made on March 25 in the Burghausen Stadtsaal. Here, five bands selected by the jury in a blind process will compete in the live final.


Wide-ranging program with international stars and newcomers
From March 26 to 30, 2025, Jazz Week promises a festival experience in a class of its own.


Jazz Week will open in the Wackerhalle with a performance by the 2025 Jazz Prize winner, followed by a concert by celebrated and multi-award-winning star vocalist Gregory Porter. On 27 March, the Norwegian jazz collective OJKOS will delight audiences with their innovative soundscapes before saxophone legend Kenny Garrett takes to the stage with his acclaimed program Sounds From The Ancestors.


On the Friday of the festival, the musical action is spread across several venues: In the Wackerhalle, the energetic Lehmanns Brothers and Billy Cobham’ Spectrum 50 with the Brazilian percussionist Marco Lobo will provide excitement. At the same time, the Bundesjazzorchester presents a concert in the Stadtsaal and the JUZ invites you to a club night with Karaba, Grande Mahogany and DJ Dancekowsky.


Saturday starts with an atmospheric afternoon of blues in the Wackerhalle, where the Jimmy Reiter Band and Vanessa Collier deliver rousing performances. After a brief respite, the Wackerhalle is all about women in the evening with the Italian-born singer, pianist and composer Afra Kane and the Fabia Mantwill Orchestra, while the accordion virtuoso Louise Jallu and the exciting improvisation project Radiolectric “Rodeo” by the Kreusch brothers, with singer and performance artist Sabina Sciubba, also set musical exclamation marks in the Stadtsaal. The day is rounded off with the legendary Jazznight, which invites you to linger and discover at various locations in Burghausen’s old town.


The “Next in Jazz” program for young talents on Sunday will once again conclude the International Jazz Week and the acts Knobil, Prim feat. Lukas Lauermann and Antiánima will provide a promising glimpse into the future of jazz.


Picturesque Burghausen becomes a musical hot spot
With its mix of world stars, international talent and a unique atmosphere, the International Jazz Week Burghausen will continue to attract music fans from all over the world in 2025. The festival thus cements Burghausen’s reputation as one of Europe’s leading jazz hot spots.


Tickets and information
Tickets are available from November 27, 2024. Pupils and students receive a 50% discount on the main concerts. Arrangements can also be booked via the tourist office. You can find further information at: http://www.b-jazz.com

 

Swing Into Christmas with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra, two shows at Cadogan Hall, London.

Date: Saturday, December 28, 2024

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We have received the following information regarding this event;


Swing Into Christmas
with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra
Saturday 28 December, 2.30pm & 7.30pm


Celebrate the festive season in style with the sensational Down for the Count Swing Orchestra as they return to Cadogan Hall for their much-loved annual show, Swing Into Christmas!


This is a Christmas celebration like no other – the unique 38-piece big band with strings recreates the music of Nat ‘King’ Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday and many more in their own inimitable style.


Expect exuberant recreations of classics from the swing era, including ‘I’ve Got You Under My Skin’, ‘New York, New York’ and ‘That’s Life’ alongside original arrangements of jazz and festive standards by principal conductor Mike Paul-Smith and arranger Simon Joyner.


The Down for the Count Orchestra is one of the UK’s most highly regarded vintage ensembles, having sold out numerous shows at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, the London Jazz Festival, Cadogan Hall and more.


It may be cold outside, but a night with the Down for the Count Swing Orchestra is guaranteed to leave you and your family in the warm glow of the holiday spirit.

 

‘A sonic sleigh ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s’
(DownBeat)

 

PROGRAMME INCLUDES:
I’ve Got You Under My Skin
A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square
Stardust
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Christmas in New Orleans
The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)
Theme from New York, New York
and many more

 

PERFORMERS:
Down for the Count Swing Orchestra
Marvin Muoneké vocalist
Lydia Bell vocalist
Ineza Kerschkamp vocalist
Saara Kaldma vocalist
Elise Roth vocalist
Mike Paul-Smith conductor


https://cadoganhall.com/whats-on/swing-into-christmas-2024-with-the-down-for-the-count-orchestra


Cadogan Hall
5 Sloane Terrace
London SW1X 9DQ


BOX OFFICE: 020 7730 4500

Curved Air at The Forge, Camden, London.

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025

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British Progressive Rock Group CURVED AIR

 

Curved Air are a pioneering English progressive rock group formed in 1970 by musicians from mixed artistic backgrounds, including classical, folk, and electronic sound. The resulting sound of the band was a mixture of progressive rock, folk rock, and fusion with classical elements.


Along with High Tide and East of Eden, Curved Air were one of the first rock bands after It’s a Beautiful Day, The Flock and The United States of America to feature a violin.


Curved Air released eight studio albums, the first three of which broke the UK Top 20, and had a hit single with Back Street Luv which reached #4 in the UK Singles Chart.


The Forge, Camden, London NW17NL
Thursday 13 November 2025 at 19:00

 

https://www.seetickets.com/event/curved-air/the-forge-camden/3225819

Brick Lane Jazz Festival, various venues in and around Brick Lane, London.

Dates: Friday, April 25, 2025 - Sunday, April 27, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

More details

08/11/2024
We have received the following press release;


Brick Lane Jazz Festival announce the first wave of artists for their fourth edition including headliners Ragz Orginale, Adi Oasis, and Laraaji

 

25th – 27th April 2025 | Early bird tickets start from £29.95

 

Artists so far include:

 

Laraaji, Adi Oasis, Ragz Originale, dialE, Gary Crosby’s Groundation, Madison McFerrin, Jelani Blackman, BINA., Afriquoi, oreglo, Move 78, Àbáse, Allysha Joy, Last Nubian (Live), Sans Soucis, Bnnyhunna, Liv East, Jasmine Myra, Ray Lozano, Astrønne, Marla Kether, edbl & Jackson Mathod, Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble, Katie Tupper, Marysia Osu, David Walters, Rio Rainz, Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi, Bruno Berle, ECHT!, Faye Meana, DjeuhDjoah & Lieutenant Nicholson, August Charles, Ari Tsugi, Jay Phelps, Close Counters, Sol Paradise, Mark Kavuma, Aldorande, papaya noon, Tru Thoughts Records Presents, Rohan Rakhit Presents & Arsen Superfly


Brick Lane Jazz Festival returns in 2025 for its fourth year, with a genre-defying line-up that mirrors the vibrant convergence of London’s thriving underground music scenes. Focused on spotlighting local and emerging talent, the festival brings together artists from jazz, hip-hop, neo-soul, R&B, breakbeat, and electronic music, performing across twelve iconic music venues on and around Brick Lane.

 

Having firmly established itself as a cornerstone of East London’s cultural landscape, the festival continues to uncover underground jazz gems while drawing in artists making waves on the UK scene, all set against the backdrop of some of the capital’s most renowned cultural hotspots. All festival venues are within a short walk from the central hub at the iconic Truman Brewery space on Brick Lane, transforming the site and surrounding area into a vibrant hive of gig-hopping excitement for three days every April. Today, Brick Lane Jazz Festival unveils the first round of their 2025 line-up.

 


Newly announced headliners include new age zen master Laraaji, French-Caribbean soul / funk rising star Adi Oasis and R&B trailblazer and producer-in-demand, Ragz Originale. Elsewhere the festival will feature appearances from rising stars in the jazz scene such as Ife Ogunjobi (winner of this year’s Parliamentary Jazz “Best Newcomer” award) and the Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble, as well as showcasing some of the city’s best electronic and experimental outfits with the likes of Last Nubian, Marysia Osu, and Marla Kether set to play. BLJF will also celebrate global artists with sets from Irish Jamaican artist Rio Rainz, Ukranian harpist Alina Bzhezhinska and Ghanian Dutch artist Bnnyhunna, as well as further spotlighting the ever-expanding R&B / soul crossover scene with performances from Jelani Blackman and Astrønne. The full list of artists and day spits are as follows:


FRIDAY
Ragz Originale — Jelani Blackman — BINA.  — Move 78 — Àbáse — Allysha Joy — Last Nubian (Live)  — Marla Kether — David Walters — Rio Rainz — ECHT! — Faye Meana — Ari Tsugi — Rohan Rakhit Presents: The Cockney Sikh b2b Kieran Dotwav, Nadī + TBA — Arsen Superfly (DJ set) + MANY MORE TBA

 

SATURDAY
Adi Oasis — dialE — Afriquoi — Ife Ogunjobi — oreglo — Allysha Joy — Sans Soucis — Bnnyhunna — Liv East — edbl & Jackson Mathod — Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble — Jay Phelps — Close Counters — papaya noon — Tru Thoughts Records Presents: WheelUP, Footshooter & Vimbai, Robert Luis, Lucy Michael & Rhys Baker + MANY MORE TBA


SUNDAY
Laraaji — Gary Crosby’s Groundation — Madison McFerrin — Flock — Jasmine Myra — Ray Lozano — Astrønne — Marysia Osu — Bruno Berle — Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi — DjeuhDjoah & Lieutenant Nicholson — Sol Paradise — Mark Kavuma — Aldorande + MANY MORE TBA


Brick Lane Jazz Festival has been making waves on the UK music scene, growing from its modest debut across four venues in 2022 to a 12-stage extravaganza spanning Brick Lane and Shoreditch in just three years. With over 100 artists set to perform across this three-day celebration, the festival has quickly become a fixture on the music calendar. Crowned #1 Best London Festival by The Standard and #1 Best UK Festival by TimeOut in 2023, the festival has only amplified its impact in 2024 with the launch of BLJF Presents—a year-round event series showcasing the UK’s most exciting artists, record labels, and parties. After sell-out shows in Manchester, Glasgow, and London this October, BLJF Presents is heading to new heights with a major event at the iconic Barbican Centre planned for early spring 2025, plus more regional stops in Bristol, Brighton, and even Paris later in the year.

 

The festival will once again partner with Jazz re:freshed and Tomorrow’s Warriors, both vital community organizations that nurture emerging talent in UK jazz. Tomorrow’s Warriors will be back as the festival’s charity partner, bringing an Emerging Talent Stage for fans to catch the next wave of jazz stars as they debut the freshest live material.

 

The festival’s stages are hosted by some of the most important venues in East London including Village Underground, Ninety One Living Room (hosted by Jazz re:freshed), Rough Trade East, 93 Feet East, Rich Mix, Juju’s Bar & Stage, and many more. As always, those without tickets can enjoy free-entry spaces throughout the site, including the Tomorrow’s Warriors live stage at The Brick Lane Tap Room, the Signature Brew stage at The Big Chill, and DJ stages at 93 Feet East and Cafe 1001.

 

Reflecting on this fourth edition, the festival’s Founder, Juliet Kennedy says, “Every year I think, ‘Can we really top last year’s lineup?’ And yet, the talent in UK jazz just keeps raising the bar! This year’s lineup is a dream, and I can’t wait to bring the get everyone down to Brick Lane again with our fantastic partners, Tomorrow’s Warriors and Jazz re:freshed. Let’s go 2025!”

 


Early bird tickets for the festival are now on sale with day passes starting from just £29.95, and weekend passes from £89.95. Tickets and more info are available HERE
https://bookings.kaboodle.com/tickets

 

NYC Winter Jazzfest 2025, various venues, New York City, USA.

Dates: Thursday, January 09, 2025 - Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Featuring: Various Artists

More details

We have received the following press release;

2025 NYC WINTER JAZZFEST
January 9-15, 2025
Presenting The Full Spectrum of Jazz


Makaya McCraven, Artist-in-Residence, appearing in multiple varied settings Jan. 9 at nublu, Jan. 10 at Manhattan Marathon, Jan. 11 at Brooklyn Marathon, and Jan 14 at Public Records,  including 10th anniversary celebration of his 2015 classic “In the Moment”.


Also newly confirmed artists announced for Winter Jazzfest Marathon Nights

 

Announced Artists (** denotes newly announced artists**)

 

Makaya McCraven (Artist In Residence)


**Adam Birnbaum**


Adi Oasis


**Air Legacy Trio**


Aja Monet


Amaro Freitas


Andrew Cyrille


Arooj Aftab

 

**Ben Williams**


Billy Harper


Billy Hart


**Brandee Younger**


Camille Thurman


Caroline Davis


Cecil McBee


Charles Tolliver

 

Christian McBride


**Dominique Fils-Aimé**


Emma-Jean Thackray


Endea Owens


Fay Victor


ganavya


**George Burton**


George Cables

 

Gilles Peterson


**HxH**


Isaiah Collier


J.Hoard


Jakob Bro


**Janel & Anthony**


JD Allen


Jenny Scheinman

 

Joe Claussell


**John Chin**


**Josh Johnson**


**Kalia Vandever**


Kaoru Watanabe


**Ken Butler**


Keyon Harrold


**Kiefer**

 

Kneebody


Kojo Melché Roney


Linda May Han Oh


Lion Babe


Lisa Fischer


Lucía


Mali Obomsawin


**Matthew Shipp**

 

Matthew Whitaker


Melissa Aldana


Michael Mayo


**Mike Reed**


**Milena Casado**


Moses Yoofee


Nao Yoshioka


Next Jazz Legacy

 

NIKARA


Orrin Evans


**Paul Cornish**


Pedro Martins


**Peter Apfelbaum**


Ravi Coltrane


Riley Mulherkar


Roberto Fonseca

 

Roy Hargrove’s Crisol


**Rudresh Mahanthappa**


**Salin**


**Sarah Elizabeth Charles**


**Simon Moullier**


Sirintip


SML


Sophye Soliveau

 

Stefon Harris


Sun Ra Arkestra


**Terri Lyne Carrington**


The Baylor Project


**The Brother Moves On**


**Tomoki Sanders**


Trio Imagination


Tyreek McDole

 

Vijay Iyer


Wadada Leo Smith


Wendy Eisenberg


**Zacchae’us Paul**


Zoh Amba


**Zohar & Adam**

Book your guest room for Winter Jazzfest 2025!
Moxy Williamsburg and Moxy Lower East Side are the official hotels of NYC Winter Jazzfest, offering special rates for attendees!
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1727198405421&key=CORP&guestreslink2=true

The overarching goal of NYC Winter Jazzfest has remained steadfast for two decades: to grow the audience for jazz, with a broad programming mission that speaks to the diversity of the New York and global scene, presenting the widest spectrum of what jazz can be. To that end WJF has hosted many of today’s most fearless and creative musicians, who push boundaries and imagine new possibilities for our music scene and our world.

 

WJF 2025 is proud to welcome Artist-in-Residence Makaya McCraven, drummer extraordinaire, groundbreaking bandleader and conceptualist, who will appear at NYC WJF with the following projects:


Nublu, Jan. 9:
MAKAYA McCRAVEN, THEON CROSS, BEN LAMAR GAY

 

Manhattan Marathon, Jan. 10:
SPONTANEOUS COMPOSITION
Makaya McCraven improvises with Junius Paul, Matt Gold, Marquis Hill and Josh Johnson

 

Brooklyn Marathon, Jan. 11:
IN THE MOMENT/IN THESE TIMES
Makaya McCraven Ensemble performs arrangements of music from In the Moment for the breakthrough album’s 10-year anniversary
Lineup: Makaya McCraven, Junius Paul, Matt Gold, Marquis Hill, Josh Johnson, Joel Ross, more TBA

 

Public Records, Jan. 14:
INTERNATIONAL ANTHEM CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF IN THE MOMENT WITH MAKAYA MCCRAVEN & GILLES PETERSON
A night of spontaneous composition with Makaya McCraven and musicians TBA, with DJ sets by Gilles Peterson


 

Prolific drummer, beatmaker and exploratory mixtape artist Makaya McCraven has been aptly called a “cultural synthesizer,” with a unique gift for collapsing space, destroying borders and blending past, present and future into poly-textural arrangements of post-genre, jazz-rooted 21st-century folk music. According to The New York Times, “McCraven has quietly become one of the best arguments for jazz’s vitality.” In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of his breakout album In the Moment with International Anthem, Makaya will perform two fully improvised shows that will be recorded in the spirit of his past albums: one full band show playing music from In the Moment and Universal Beings, and a rare improvised set by his working band on a big stage.

 

Makaya’s history with Winter Jazzfest dates to its early years, first through the connection with the late, dearly missed Meghan Stabile and Revive Music as far back as 2009, well before being known worldwide. His 2015 release In the Moment marked the beginning of his ongoing relationship with International Anthem Recording Company, his creative home to this day. Both the label and that groundbreaking album, In the Moment, are marking their 10th anniversaries at this year’s WJF.

 

“I’ve kind of themed my residency around that,” McCraven says. “The show at Public Records is an improvised, recorded set in the spirit of the In the Moment sessions. Then at Nublu it’ll be a set with Theon Cross and Ben LaMar Gay—we’ve improvised now twice before, first on-air at Worldwide FM with Gilles Peterson, and then once at an International Anthem showcase in Berlin earlier this year, which was also recorded. This show will also be recorded and marks another step toward this becoming a potential ongoing project. At the Friday Marathon, we’re going to play music from In the Moment, to some extent in the way I’ve toured it in the past, but probably also some pieces that were never arranged for the band before. The Saturday Brooklyn Marathon is with a larger band, but still an improvised set, which is rare.”



This mix of small venues vs. larger stage shows underlines the shapeshifting adaptability of McCraven’s music itself. It harks back to watershed moments such as his appearances through Red Bull Music Academy, where he had the freedom to conceive of a big night with 12-13 artists, an approach that soon became the norm for him. From the start, his musical activities have always been truly grassroots, dating back to his pre-Chicago days in Western Massachusetts with the jazz/hip-hop group Cold Duck Complex, which opened for The Pharcyde, Digable Planets and the Wu-Tang Clan.

“One thing I’m proud of,” he says, “is if I do a gig in New York or wherever and Brandee [Younger] or Joel [Ross] or Marquis [Hill] see that I’m coming, maybe the ads are already out, Brandee will be like, ‘Hey, I’m in town and I’d love to just play with you guys.’ And Joel is like, ‘Hey, I’m in town too, can I play?’ And I’m like, you know what? F— it, everybody let’s play. I’m really honored and humbled that these such talented and brilliant musicians want to play with me.”



About NYC Winter Jazzfest
Praised by The New York Times, The New Yorker, NPR and countless other national publications, the NYCWJF has become a creative home for pathbreaking artists from the local NYC scene and globally, and a pivotal destination for arts leaders and cultural cognoscenti, hardcore fans and new listeners alike. The festival has grown at a rapid pace, from the original one-day single-location program to annual schedules putting as many as 150 groups (over 600 artists) on 20 stages throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Founded by New York concert impresario Brice Rosenbloom, NYCWJF has become the definitive all-inclusive jazz event that offers a “state of the union” of jazz and its many stylistic camps from avant-garde to post-bop, jazz-funk, fusion, hypermodern through-composed music and jazz-inflected world music. From party bands to ambient electronic groups to the most advanced compositional approaches – audiences sample everything the jazz world has to offer. As a destination event, attendees regularly travel from other states and countries to attend the festival. Many in the industry see it as jazz’s answer to SXSW. We hope to see you there!

 

Partners: Boom Collective, Yamaha, Venue Pilot, Megilla, Nublu, Moxy Hotels, Impluse! Records, Strata-East Records, Paris Jazz Club, TSF Jazz, Candid Records, Dada Strain, Pique-nique, Alternative Guitar Summit, KMDH, WBGO, WRTI, One Jazz, Fusicology, Do NYC, Afar

http://www.winterjazzfest.com

TRYPL at Music Spoken Here, The Marr’s Bar, Worcester.

Date: Thursday, January 09, 2025

Featuring: TRYPL

More details

From;
https://musicspokenhere.club/events/


January 9, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
TRYPL
The Marrs Bar 12 Pierpoint Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, United Kingdom
Hot Latin vibes from top UK horn section in a 7-piece lineup. TRYPL was formed by three exceptional horn players who have worked together on numerous recordings and performances and share a love of Latin-jazz. The band name is derived from the founding members names - trombonist Trevor Mires (Jamiroquai, Incognito, David Sunburn, Alicia Keys), […]trumpeter Ryan Quigley (Quincy Jones, Aretha Franklin, George Michael) and saxophonist Paul Booth (Incognito, Jamiroquai, Louis Cole, Van Morrison). You may remember Paul and Ryan when they appeared in Paul’s band HOOP back in November 2023.

 

Speaking of the band’s eponymous 2020 album, our resident reviewer Ian Mann noted
“There is much joy and energy in these effervescent and vivacious performances, but this is not just ‘party’ music, there is a high level of musical sophistication too.”

 

This will be a full 7-piece band (lineup to be confirmed).

 

TICKETS
Music Spoken Here is proud to offer exceptional live music experiences in Worcester at a price affordable to you. Our fortnightly events at The Marr’s Bar are ticketless, just show up on the night and pay what you can afford on the door.
The suggested contribution for this event is £10-15.
You can find out more about our admission and membership options at A New Approach
https://musicspokenhere.club/a-new-approach/


https://musicspokenhere.club/event/trypl/

Avishai Cohen Trio present ‘Brightlight’ at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Soho, London.

Dates: Monday, March 17, 2025 - Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Featuring: Avishai Cohen (Bass)

Venue

Ronnie Scott’s, London

47 Frith Street
Soho, London
W1D 4HT

More details

From;
https://www.ronniescotts.co.uk/find-a-show/avishai-cohen


Avishai Cohen Trio present Brightlight

 


Cohen’s captivating live performances, unique sound and musical statement is now extensively known throughout every corner of the world, attracting large live audiences, listeners and passionate fans. Cohen music has shaped and influenced many.


Ticket prices
£55 – £75


Line-up
AVISHAI COHEN – bass/vocals
GUY MOSKOVICH – piano
RONI KASPI – drums

 

‘Today known as a unique composer and music Influencer with no boundaries‘.


With his current established trio, Cohen will present on tour music from his latest celebrated album ‘Brightlight’ (October 2024) performing brand new original compositions, alongside fan favourites and repertoire from his vast musical library.


Cohen, who has always distinguished himself in the past as a great promoter and discoverer of new, young gifted musicians, here Cohen brings exceptional talent to the fore with his trio configuration, Guy Moskovich on piano and drummer Roni Kaspi.


Guy has been extensively touring as the pianist of choice for Avishai over the past few years and is for the first time a key partner and his presence shines on ‘Brightlight’.


Sensational young drummer Roni Kaspi, born in Israel in July 2000, met Avishai Cohen during covid lockdown, sending to Avishai a performance virtually on Facebook. This distant interaction immediately developed into a strong musical connection, which led to her being invited to join Avishai on tour and recordings have followed The story continues at the highest level with ‘Brightlight’.


Expect high emotions and wonderful interactions between the trio and fans.


“The stage is undoubtedly a place where Cohen feels at home, so much so that attending one of his live performances is probably the best way to get acquainted with his musical universe.’’


Times and Tickets
17th – 19th March 2025

Pete Roth Trio Feat. Bill Bruford at Jazz at NAC, Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton.

Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025

Featuring: Pete Roth

More details

From;
https://www.newhamptonarts.co.uk/events/pete-roth-trio-feat-bill-bruford


Pete Roth Trio Feat. Bill Bruford – Jazz at NAC
16 January 2025
Time:
Doors Open: 7:30 pm
Event Start: 8:00 pm
Prices:
Advance Admission: £20

 

 

We’re very privileged to kick off our new season by welcoming the Pete Roth Trio to NAC – featuring drum legend Bill Bruford, in his first gig in the West Midlands for many, many years.

 

Stadium-filling prog-rock hero Bill, idolised for his work with King Crimson, Yes and, briefly, Genesis, has long been fascinated by and involved in jazz. He followed his own jazz-fusion outfit Bruford (which included Allan Holdsworth) with the hugely successful Bill Bruford’s Earthworks that involved, at various times, collaborations with heroes of the genre such as Django Bates, Iain Ballamy, Tim Garland and Gwilym Simcock.

 

Having retired from making music in 2009, he recently returned to the stage, and has played a series of low-key dates in the South East with this newly-formed group. The NAC gig sees him and the band beginning to spread their wings across the UK.

 

The Pete Roth Trio features leader Pete on guitar, Mike Pratt on bass, and the incomparable Bruford on drums. The band creates jazz for a new generation of music enthusiasts, exploring beyond traditional jazz conventions. A jazz standard might reveal its essence only in the final moments of performance. Roth’s original compositions, such as “Dancing with Grace,” the Trio’s collaborative works like “Trio in Five” and “Looking Forward to Looking Back,” or their reinterpretation of masterworks like Anton Dvorak’s “Largo from Symphony #9,” offer just a few gateways into the creative world of the Pete Roth Trio—a world that will likely reshape your perspective on what the guitar trio format can achieve.

 

Germany-born Pete found inspiration as a youngster in the raw emotion of blues and the electrifying energy of rock. However, his musical horizons expanded when he ventured to England to study jazz. There, he delved into the rich complexities of the genre, drawing influence from luminaries such as Joe Pass, John Scofield, and Julian Lage.

 

​Equipped with a passion for innovation, he embarked on a solo career, culminating in the recording of two albums under the banner of MGP Records. His artistic journey continues to evolve with this exciting new endeavour.

 

Bassist Mike performed fortnightly at Ronnie Scott’s for several years in the ensemble Shorter Than Miles. He plays and writes for the jazz fusion project KGQ with Kieron Garrett featuring Dave O’Higgins and Duncan Eagles on saxophone, with two albums on 33 Jazz Records. He has performed with Acantha Lang and Liane Carroll, and at the Cape Town Jazz Festival, the Jazz Cafe and The Royal Albert Hall.

 

In an interview with website thestrangebrew.co.uk, Bill explained his return: “Finding my way back after a long time in academia, was explosive, unexpected, and very sudden. I remember passing someone else’s kit one day, sitting down, and feeling exhilarated all over: urgently and violently keen to start all over again.”

 

Of playing with Pete, his drum tech in Earthworks more than 20 years ago, he told the website: “It’s a privilege to support and mentor a much younger player, and I get to play whatever I want on the tubs. We prefer smaller places where we can see the whites of your eyes, hear your breathing in the quiet bits and have a musical relationship with you, of the sort that not possible in the big places. Believe me, I’ve tried ‘em both. Great to be back!”

 

For more details, visit http://www.peterothband.co.uk

 

Hey, that’s a good drummer…good hands.
Buddy Rich on Bill Bruford, 1969

 

Newhampton Arts Centre
Dunkley Street
Wolverhampton
WV1 4AN
01902 572 090

Paula Morelenbaum and the Orchestre National de Jazz Luxembourg Under the direction of Gast Waltzing at Theatre of Esch, Luxembourg.

Date: Wednesday, January 01, 2025

More details

We have received the following information regarding this event;


Announcing our New Years Concert ‘25
Theatre of Esch
1 January 25 at 17:00
Brazilian singer Paula Morelenbaum
and the
Orchestre National de Jazz Luxembourg
Under the direction of Gast Waltzing
Antonio Carlos Jobim and Brazilian music revisited


https://theatre.esch.lu/


120 Rue De L’alzette L-4010 Esch-sur-alzette
+352 27 54 40 50

 

https://www.waltzingparke.com/

Anat Cohen: Journeys — A 50th Birthday Celebration at Lincoln Center’s Appel Room, New York City, USA.

Dates: Friday, March 14, 2025 - Saturday, March 15, 2025

More details

We have received the following information;


MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!
Anat Cohen will be marking her 50th birthday next spring with a special set of four concerts in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Appel Room, an indoor amphitheater overlooking the New York City skyline. “Anat Cohen: Journeys — A 50th Birthday Celebration,” taking place March 14-15, 2025, will present the clarinetist-saxophonist performing in solo, duo, small-group and large-ensemble settings, including with her Tentet and alongside her brothers, trumpeter Avishai Cohen and saxophonist Yuval Cohen, both celebrated artists in their own right. The programs will showcase Anat’s broad mastery of music, from swing and post-bop to Brazilian and other world styles.
For tickets and details, click here
https://jazz.org/concert/anat-cohen-journeys-a-50th-birthday-celebration/

Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell at The Regal, Tenbury Wells, Worcs.

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025

Featuring: Hejira featuring Hattie Whitehead

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We have received the following information regarding this event;


Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve booked this very special show for the Regal next year! Hejira is fronted by Hattie Whitehead, who stunned Regal audiences with her incredible vocals when she supported Miles Hunt here in July.

 

Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell
Saturday, 26th April 2025 | 7:30 PM
‘Hejira’ is a 7-piece band, set up to honour the masterful works of Joni Mitchell, focusing on her celebrated late ‘70s jazz period. Featuring music from albums like The Hissing of Summer Lawns, Hejira, Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter, and Mingus, this project draws much of its repertoire from Mitchell’s outstanding live album Shadows And Light, which captured the essence of her tour with some of jazz’s greatest musicians.

 

The band includes legendary jazz guitarist Pete Oxley, and alongside Hattie’s captivating vocals, Hejira will bring to life the great songs from Joni Mitchell’s back catalogue, including ‘Amelia,’ ‘Woodstock,’ ‘A Case Of You,’ ‘Song For Sharon,’ and more!


Tickets are on sale now! Book now via: https://bit.ly/3ZOArYj


The Regal, Tenbury Wells
47-49 Teme Street
Tenbury Wells
Worcestershire, WR15 8AE

Remi Harris Hot Club Trio at Kidderminster Jazz Club, St. Ambrose’s Parish Centre, Kidderminster, Worcs.

Date: Friday, April 04, 2025

Featuring: Remi Harris Trio

More details

From;
https://www.kidderminsterjazzclub.co.uk/2024-2025-season-show


Kidderminster Jazz Club
Fri, Apr 4, 2025 @ 7:00PM
Remi Harris Hot Club Trio

 

One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues. Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair, this dynamic trio deliver a mesmerising show inspired by Django Reinhardt, Peter Green, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix and Joe Pass.


The trio features Remi on a variety of acoustic and electric guitars playing an eclectic mix of original compositions, jazz standards and new arrangements of his favourite tunes. He has toured worldwide as well as performing at Buckingham Palace, Montreal Jazz Festival, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum, on BBC 4 Television and live on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 3.​

 

Band
Remi Harris - Guitar
Tom Moore - Double Bass
Chris Nesbitt - Rhythm Guitar

 

Venue Address
St Ambrose’s Parish Centre
Leswell St, Kidderminster DY10 1RP


Bring Your Own Bottle/Drinks

Alison Rayner Quintet at Shrewsbury Jazz Network, The Hive Music & Media Centre, Shrewsbury.

Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025

Featuring: Alison Rayner Quintet

Venue

The Hive, Shrewsbury

5 Belmont,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire.
UK

More details

From;
https://events.hiveonline.org.uk/

Jan
11
Sat
20:00
Alison Rayner Quintet
Tickets from £12
Saturday 11th January @ 8:00pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
£23 or £12 for under 22 year olds
Following a live recording at the Vortex and a follow-on gig at Ronnie Scott’s, SJN are delighted to welcome back ARQ. Bassist & composer Alison Rayner is joined by Diane McLoughlin (saxophone), Dierdre Cartwright (guitar), Steve Lodder (piano) & Buster Birch (drums) to play ‘songs without words’- richly nuanced compositions, rhythmic interplay and folk-infused melodies, with a strong sense of narrative and cinematic quality.
Tells its tales through strong melodies, sinewy rhythms and luminous solos, by turns tender and exuberant…All About Jazz
https://events.hiveonline.org.uk/whats-on/alison-rayner-quintet/

 

Katriona Taylor at Kidderminster Jazz Club, St. Ambrose Parish Centre, Kidderminster, Worcs.

Date: Friday, March 07, 2025

Featuring: Katriona Taylor

More details

From;
https://www.kidderminsterjazzclub.co.uk/2024-2025-season-show


Katriona Taylor
Kidderminster Jazz Club
Fri, Mar 7, 2025 @ 7:00PM
The show will include numbers from Katriona who is an accomplished singer/songwriter in the jazz genre, as well as songs from Etta James, Nancy Wilson, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and many more. Presented by outstanding jazz vocalist Katriona with her superb musicians: Peter Hammond on Piano leading her quartet.
An established artist on the UK jazz scene, with six albums to her name, Katriona is equally at home on the intimate stages or performing internationally to an audience of thousands.
Katriona has received countless plaudits for her polished live performances, Katriona has also supported the legendary, 10 times Grammy Award winner George Benson on his world tour and The James Taylor Quartet, amongst others.
A regular at top London venues and festivals including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, 606 Jazz Club, Soho Jazz Club, Bull’s Head Jazz Club and the EFG London Jazz Festival.
“So lovely to hear, thank you Katriona. Beautifully sung – I love it! ” Jools Holland
“As a singer, Taylor has a sultry, smoky voice. She’s a versatile vocalist who can pay tribute to Nina Simone and Diana Krall“ Jon Clay, Jazzwise Magazine

 


First Friday Of Each Month

 

Bring Your Own Drinks/Bottle

 

Tickets for each show £15.00

 

Venue Address;
St Ambrose’s Parish Centre
Leswell St, Kidderminster DY10 1RP

 

Philip Clouts Quartet at Kidderminster Jazz Club, St. Ambrose Parish Centre, Kidderminster, Worcs.

Date: Friday, February 07, 2025

Featuring: Philip Clouts Quartet

More details

From;
From;
https://www.kidderminsterjazzclub.co.uk/2024-2025-season-show


Philip Clouts Quartet
Kidderminster Jazz Club
Fri, Feb 7, 2025 @ 7:00PM
Cape Town-born pianist/composer Clouts’ South African roots have inspired a voyage of discovery that has led to him soaking up the joyful passion of Caribbean calypso, the bluesy melodies of Middle Eastern praise songs, the exuberant sway of Cuban dance music and the tuneful essence of Gospel while honouring jazz heroes including Bill Evans, Keith Jarrett, and Charles Lloyd.
Band;
Philip Clouts - Piano
Tim Fairhall - Double Bass
Ted Carrasco - Drums
Samuel Eagles - Saxophone

 

First Friday Of Each Month

 

Bring Your Own Drinks/Bottle

 

Tickets for each show £15.00

 

Venue Address;
St Ambrose’s Parish Centre
Leswell St, Kidderminster DY10 1RP

Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio at Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts, New York City, USA.

Date: Saturday, March 01, 2025

Featuring: Rudresh Mahanthappa

More details

From;
https://www.millertheatre.com/events/rudresh-mahanthappa-hero-trio


Jazz
Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio
Saturday, March 1, 2025, 7:30PM
Miller Theatre at Columbia University
Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street)

 

Hailed as one of today’s premier jazz voices, alto-saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa returns with his longtime collaborators François Moutin on bass and Rudy Royston on drums, with music that pays tribute to his greatest influences. From the iconic sounds of Charlie Parker and John Coltrane to the soulful melodies of Stevie Wonder and Johnny Cash, Mahanthappa’s musical style blends a profound appreciation of the past with the vibrant rhythms of the present.


Performers


Rudresh Mahanthappa
saxophone


Rudy Royston
drums


François Moutin
bass

Billy Childs Quartet at Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts, New York City, USA.

Date: Saturday, February 08, 2025

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From;
https://www.millertheatre.com/events/billy-childs-quartet

Jazz
Billy Childs Quartet
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30PM
Miller Theatre at Columbia University
Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street)

 

Eight-time Grammy winner Billy Childs has “sidestepped categorization as an intrepid hard bopper” (The New Yorker), collaborating with jazz luminaries like J.J. Johnson, Joe Henderson, Wynton Marsalis, and Dave Holland, as well eminent classical and contemporary artists including Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, and the Kronos Quartet. Admired for his versatility, technical mastery, and deep emotional expression, the renowned pianist and composer makes his Miller debut with his all-star quartet.


Performers;

Billy Childs
piano

 

Sean Jones
trumpet (special guest)

 

Matt Penman
bass

 

Ari Hoenig
drums


Miller Theatre
http://www.millertheatre.com
Miller Theatre at Columbia University is an acclaimed New York City music venue and concert producer. Founded in 1988, Miller’s mission is to develop new audiences; foster enthusiasm for the arts by pioneering new programming approaches; educate the public by presenting specialized programs to a broad audience; discover diverse repertoire and commission new works; and share the University’s intellectual riches with the public. A four-time recipient of the ASCAP/Chamber Music America Award for Adventurous Programming, Miller Theatre’s commitment to presenting music not heard elsewhere makes it a vital part of the cultural landscape of New York City.

Stevie Wonder’s 75th Birthday Party feat. The Wonder of Stevie at Koko, London.

Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025

More details

We have received the following press release regarding this event;


In 2025, Stevie Wonder will be turning 75 years of age. In memory of one of the most iconic musicians of all time, AGMP are presenting a special celebration of Stevland Hardaway Morris with rare archive films, DJ’s and a live performance from The Wonder of Stevie, the UK’s finest celebration of Stevie Wonder.

 


The Wonder of Stevie will be performing live playing hits and fan favourites such as Isn’t She Lovely, Higher Ground, Masterblaster (Jammin’), Superstition, For Once In My Life, Sir Duke, Do I Do, Lately, Uptight (Everything’s Alright), I Was Made To Love Her, Boogie On Reggae Woman, I Wish, Living For The City, As, My Cherie Amour, Pastime Paradise,  and, of course, Happy Birthday.

 


The Wonder of Stevie feature the cream of UK soul and jazz musicians such as


Noel McCalla (Morrissey Mullen, Sniff and the Tears) - Vocals
Derek Nash (Jools Holland, Amy Winehouse) - Saxophone
Winston Rollins (Incognito, Aswad) - Trombone
Chris Storr (The Brand New Heavies, Jamiroquai) - Trumpet
Nic France (Working Week, Loose Tubes) - Drums
Neil Angilley (Maceo Parker, Down To The Bone) - Keyboards
Jonathan Noyce (Jethro Tull, Gary Moore) - bass
Tim Cansfield (Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan) - Guitar
Bryan Chambers (David Gilmour, Prince) - Backing Vocals
Louise Marshall (Grace Jones, Jools Holland) - Backing Vocals


https://www.seetickets.com/event/stevie-wonder-s-birthday-party/koko/2896863


KOKO, London NW1 7JE
Tuesday 13 May 2025 at 19:00.

G*Funk at Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho, London.

Dates: Friday, December 27, 2024 - Monday, December 30, 2024

Venue

Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho, London

Pizza Express Jazz Club,
Dean Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 3RW.

More details

From;
https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on/gfunk


G*Funk
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho)
Now firmly established as the best possible cure for the post-Christmas blues, G*Funk are back once again to keep the holiday spirit going with a selection of fantastic Soul, Blues, Rock and Funk covers that are guaranteed to put you in the party mood. An unmissable chance to see world class musicians cut loose and play a selection of classic tunes.
£39.00

 

27 December 2024 6:30pm 8:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00
28 December 2024 12:00pm 1:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00
28 December 2024 6:30pm 8:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00
29 December 2024 12:00pm 1:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00
29 December 2024 6:30pm 8:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00
30 December 2024 6:30pm 8:00pm PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) Available £39.00