Jazz Update weekly newsletter

[Chris N]

Hi everyone

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Make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music. Big band lovers have a treat in store from the Johnny Dankworth Orchestra; and their fans will be overjoyed with Bix Beiderbecke and Miff Mole. Also appearing are Marlene VerPlanck, Enrico Tomasso and Pete Neighbour.  All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, March 11 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer.

The 'Seaside Shuffle', Ramsgate, Small Boat Owners Club, Guildford Lawn, has 'Doc Houlind Revival All Stars Jazz Band', 18th March 2017 at  8.00pm  Tickets including supper £15.00.

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home here at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists are welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or call for tickets– 0207 916 0545  Fortnightly upcoming events:  March: 7th / 21st

Hadleigh Jazz Club Saturday April 8th at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  The simply stunning Nigel Price, winner of this year's British Jazz Award for best guitarist will be joining us for an evening of groove and super-swinging entertainment. Jamie Cullum stalwart Geoff Gascoyne makes up the trio with Chris and I, it's going to be a goodie.

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

19th March   -  Dave Grants CARLTON JAZZ BAND
2nd April       -  Mike Brewerton,s NORTHSIDE JAZZ BAND
16th April      -  Bob Dwyer,s  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      -  Dave Rance,s  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

Jazz guitarist Chris Allard is performing an intriguing concert SONG OF SONGS with Colchester Chamber Choir with Director Roderick Earle at St Peter ad Vincula in Coggeshall on Sunday 19th March at 7pm. Settings by Palestrina, Guerrero,  Victoria, Lassus and others with jazz guitar improvisations by Chris Allard.  tickets £16, under 30s £10, students £5 from www.colchesterchamberchoir.org  email in...@colchesterchamberchoir.org /01206 820813

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

The Cambridge Jazz Jam is now firmly established in its new home, the Burleigh Arms pub, 9 – 11 Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8EG, tel: 01223 301 547.  This new venue has been praised for providing a good performance space, for its beers (choice of real ales) and its food. We operate every Tuesday, 8.15 – 11 pm. Admission is free, and guest musicians, guest singers, and audience are all welcome. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you’re an accomplished performer, or someone still trying to get it together, you’ll be equally welcome. Our backing group of experienced musicians will give all the support you need.  Further information from Mike Quigley, mobile: 07979 59 22 41.

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

15th  March  - Enrico Tomasso’s Swing Six

Enrico Tomasso  - vocals & trumpet    Mark Crooks - tenor sax/clarinet    Olly Wilby -  saxes & clarinet    Colin Good –piano    Jerome Davies -  double bass    John Sutton – drums
Playing arranged small band swing music that will include tunes from the American John Kirby's Sextet, which was popular in 1938/42 with trumpeter Charlie Shavers, Russell Procope - sax, Buster Bailey - clarinet, Billy Kyle - piano, John Kirby - double bass & William ‘O'Neill’ Spencer - drums. They were known as "The Biggest Little Band In The Land".  'Undecided' was their huge hit proving that they could ‘Swing the Classics'.  Enrico has spent several years with The Pasadena Roof Orchestra & Ray Gelato as well as numerous other bands and top musicians

22nd   March -   Pete Neighbour All Stars Quintet

Dave Newton -  piano    Nat Steele - vibes    Dave Green - double bass    Steve Brown – drums
Now residing in South Carolina but originally from East London, Pete has performed extensively over Europe, North America, Australia and Asia. In more recent years he has carved a niche for himself being one of very few jazz musicians to reach a wider audience by performing as a Headline Guest Entertainer on luxury cruise ships. His act focuses particularly on the 'Swing era' with music and stories from that era never failing to ensure an enthralling evening's entertainment.  He was recently awarded the 'Entertainer of the Year' award by the Italian six star luxury cruise line 'Silversea'.  Pete has performed at private parties for His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Highgrove House and for Sir Michael Caine, Mick Jagger and venues such as London’s The Royal Festival Hall, New York’s Lincoln Centre, The Orient Express, The House of Lords and Scottish Baronial castles.

29th   March -  The  Julian Marc Stringle Dream Band with Jacqui Hicks

Julian Marc Stringle – clarinet, saxes & flute    Jacqui Hicks – vocals    Dominic Ashworth - guitar    Neil Angilley – keyboard    Chris Dodd  - bass    Mike Bradley – drums
The Dream Band is Julian’s own exciting and melodic Latin-influenced jazz sextet featuring keyboard virtuoso Neil Angilley, Canadian guitar star Dominic Ashworth, stylish Shakatak vocalist Jacqui Hicks, bass ace Chris Dodd and the dynamic Mike Bradley on drums. The highly talented virtuoso pianist  Neil Angilley  has worked  with Dame Shirley Bassey,  The Gypsy Kings, singer Lisa Stansfield  and James Galway and many more top names. Bass ace Chris Dodd has worked extensively on the UK and European jazz circuits and  has recorded and performed all over the globe with many acclaimed musicians. Drummer Mike Bradley has worked with Rosemary Clooney, Sir John Dankworth and Cleo Laine plus Natalie Cole, to name but a few. & David Cassidy.

5^th April - The Dutch No 1 Jive & Swing Band: Jazz Connection

Jurgen Feskens - trumpet, flugelhorn & vocals    Peter van Steen - trombone    Rob Henneveld - tenor & alto saxes, clarinet    Bart Wouters - double bass & vocals    Bart Maassen - piano     Ad Hoendervangers – drums

Jazz Connection is a true follower of the Jump Jive/Blues and early Rhythm 'n Blues style that hit America’s black post war population. With songs from Louis Prima, Wynonie Harris, King Curtis, Louis Jordan and Teddy Brannon, they bring a revival of the best and brightest star performers from these exciting years. Founded 27 years ago in ‘jazzy’ hometown Breda, Jazz Connection is running like a train, swinging and rolling through Europe with their Jazz & Jive show. They have performed at major festivals and clubs in Holland, toured in Belgium, UK, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Scandinavia, France, Bulgaria and Poland as well as in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Together with lots of humour, Jazz Connection produces their remarkable sound, transparent, sophisticated, catchy and groovy. Whether it’s a festive jive, tantalizing boogie or heartbreaking blues, you’ll recognise without doubt the sound of this unique sextet.

12^th April  -  Georgina Jackson & Pete Long with Chris Ingham’s Trio 

Georgina Jackson - vocals & trumpet    Pete Long - clarinet    Chris Ingham - piano    George Double - drum    Joe Pettitt - double bass

At members’ request we welcome back the acclaimed singer and trumpeter, Georgina Jackson. Success with her first album led Georgina to become the singer with Ronnie Scott’s Big Band.  A vivacious, stylish vocalist, she has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with the BBC Big Band and Irving Berlin with the BBC Concert Orchestra.  Georgina’s partner Pete Long is one of the foremost bandleaders and reedsmen in the UK and is leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”   SUNDAY TIMES
“Talented singer/trumpeter with a sassy, vibrant style” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

19^th April – The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra

We welcome back The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra which is a seventeen piece ensemble founded in 2013 by Essex saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham and includes some of London’s  top jazz players.  The Orchestra will include a guest appearance by vocalist and crooner Mark Stratford alongside a traditional selection of standard big band repertoire, featuring classics from Glenn Miller to Basie to Ellington, plus a couple of Andrew’s own arrangements. Andrew says “Join us for a great evening of entertaining live music that we guarantee will warm the cockles of your heart!”

 26^th April – The Colin Bray Swing Quintet

Colin Bray - vibes    Julian Marc Stringle - clarinet/sax    Peter Rudeforth - trumpet/vocals    Tim Huskisson - piano    John Petters - drums/vocals

We welcome the charismatic and humorous vibraphonist Colin Bray who will present an evening reminiscing the 1930’s - 1950’s Swing era.  Expect to hear tunes made popular by those great musicians including Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw such as ‘Someday Sweetheart’, ‘After You've Gone’, ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘Avalon’, ‘Moonglow’, ‘China Boy’, ‘Runnin' Wild’, ‘Who’s Sorry Now’, ‘Stompin’ at The Savoy’, Blue Moon & Honeysuckle Rose etc. Accompanying Colin will be the award winning Julian Marc Stringle, Pete Rudeforth from the Chris Barber Band, Master Swing drummer John Petters and pianist Tim Huskisson who for several years was Brian Conley’s musical director.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

15 Mar:  Karl Charity (trumpet/vocals) + Roger Lewin (piano)

22 Mar:  Catherina Lima (vocals) + Aled Thomas (piano)

29 Mar:  Geoff Mason (trombone) + Hilary Cameron (piano)

 5 Apr:   Graham Pike (trumpet/harmonica/vocals) + Phil Mead (piano)

with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

Mar 21st  -  The Gresty White Ragtimers

April 4th  -  The Carlton JazzBand
April 18th  -  Graham Hughes Sunshine Kings

May 2nd  -  Jack Free's Chicagoans
May 16th  -  Kid Tidiman's All Stars

June 6  -  The Tony Pitt All Stars
June 20th  -  T B A

July 4th -  Julian Stringle & The Chosen Men featuring Enrico Tomasso/Roy Williams
July 18th -  The Westside Syncopators

Aug 1st  -  The Dart Valley Stompers
Aug 15th  -  T B A

Sept 5th  -  T B A
Sept 19th  -  Kid Tidimans Allstars

Oct 3rd  -  T B A
Oct 17th  -  TJ Johnsons Jazz & Blues Band

Nov 7th  -  The Chosen Men
Nov 21  -  The Melvin Beddows Big Band (22piece)

Dec 5th  -  T B A
Dec 19th  -  T B A

JAZZ AT O B's  Jazz at the Bardswell has moved and is JAZZ at O B's.   All Jazz Fans are welcome at our new venue, Old Brentwoods’ Club, Ashwells Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9SE.  Thanks to the management of Old Brentwoods’ Club, Dave Grant continues to support Live Music on the last Tuesday each month bringing a kaleidoscope of jazz styles by talented professional guest musicians plus the resident trio of Hilary Cameron, keys, Ted Simkins, bass and Dave Grant, drums, in pleasant surroundings, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a licensed bar.  Doors open 7pm with music from 8 till 10.45pm and with entrance on the door of £10.00.  For info. contact Dave Grant 01708 763723 or Richard 07935 441616 or e-mail gr...@aol.com

Tuesday, 28th March, 2017

Award winning saxophonist and composer, Andy Linham, plays along with his mystery guest.  Now who could that be!   They will be exploring the work of two legendary silky, cool and smooth jazz alto saxophonists, Lee Konitz and Paul Desmond who bought forth a wealth of beautiful compositions and recordings through the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s
Andy, an extremely busy young man, regularly performs around London and the UK, is also a composer and arranger having written several large scale works for a full length musical as well as for his own original big band, sextet and quartet and has created a vast catalogue of educational music for schools.
We will, for sure, hear more about this young man in the future.
His diverse compositional approach make him a musician to watch. Indeed, the International Jazz Conference of Britain , said of him ‘Very Impressive’ - Jazz UK

Tuesday, 25th April, 2017

‘Ivory & Ebony’ DIVA LEGENDS  featuring the keyboards of Sandra Lambert, Jenny Carr and Hilary Cameron bringing back the memorable hits of legendary female jazz pianists of years past, such as, Mary Lou Williams, Marion McPartland, Shirley Horn, Nina Simone, the wistful Blossom Dearie and other well known pianists.

Sandra Lambert has enjoyed a massive cosmopolitain musical career providing her with the ability to move freely between genres so distinguishing her from other pianists. She has recorded with a variety of artistes among them are Bette Midler, Cilla Black, Humphrey Littleton and was Helen Shapiro’s MD in the 90’s. She currently leads a quintet aptly named ‘Simply Swing’.
Jenny Carr, a classically trained pianist arrived from Australia in the ’90’s as the keyboard / backing vocalist for Jason Donovan’s world tour playing the Wembley arena. Since then she has worked with Beverley Craven, Billy Ocean and Imelda May. Currently freelancing with numerous jazz groups she accompany’s vocalists Sarah Moule, Nina Ferro and Barb Jungr.
Hilary Cameron, began her career in classical music, then spent two years studying jazz at Manhattan School of Music playing clubs and venues across New York. Back in London she worked with Womack & Womack and then formed her own jazz / latin trio. playing and working with a host of jazz musicians such as Derek Nash, Al Nicholls, Ken Peplowski and Trudy Kerr.

Tuesday, 30th May, 2017 GUITAR MASTERS RECALLED  featuring the guitar duo of Andy Watson and Simon Hurley who will be recalling the music and styles of many legendary jazz guitarists over the past century.

Andy Watson, has tutored, arranged and played with just about everyone having toured and playing extensively in television, theatre and radio across the UK and in jazz concerts abroad. Having tutored many guitar stars of the future he is highly sought after by budding young guitarists aiming to reach the highest pinnacles in jazz. Tonight Andy will be playing with one of his earlier highly successful pupils.
Simon Hurley, having studied with Andy is now making his own niche in jazz as well as being competent in many styles, from rock, blues to country and funk and whatever theatre work requires. He also regularly performs with with large and small jazz ensembles around the UK.  His jazz playing is much inspired by that of Joe Pass and the maestro, Martin Taylor, has described his playing as ‘Just Beautiful’.

Tuesday, 27th June, 2017  THAT FREE FLOW SWING THING   featuring Al Nicholls, tenor sax. and Jeff Williams, trombone who bring that wonderful swing era of the 40’s and 50’s produced by Ellington, Basie and Dorsey bands.

Al Nicholls is just one of countless jazz musicians who graduated from Leeds College of Music and for twenty or more years made endless appearances across the world. Al’s style is similar to that free flow sound of Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Ventura having developed that laid back effortless style. He currently leads the swing band ‘Blue Harlem’ and is a regular sideman of T.J.Johnson’s band
Jeff Williams has a playing style, full of spirit, exuberance and inventiveness from the collaboration with Al Nicholls over a score or more years. He recalls how they first met, in a pub! now that’s no surprise for a musician. Jeff currently leads the ‘Mississipi Swamp Dogs’ a blues sextet of New Orleans origins performing in such notable London venues as Ronnie Scotts, Bulls Head and Boisdales.

ANNIE'S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie's Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

Tues  7th of March  - THE MICHELE DRESS TAP PROJECT

Featuring Junior Laniyan & Scott Cripps on Rhythm Tap.  Michele Drees Tap Project is a spectacular mix of rhythm tap dance and jazz. Working towards a revival of the iconic 'Jazz Tap', from Harlem to Hollywoods silver screen and right up to the present day Tap Jazz movement. A unique and innovative project that is a stunning visual and listening experience with world class dancers and musicians.

Tues  14th of March - THE LEE GOLD QUARTET

A talented South African born singer/ pianist who is fast becoming one of the most popular performers in London. In 2014 she appeared all over the UK with the London City Jazz Quartet. Residencies around the top London venues have seen a recently acclaimed debut at Ronnie's.

Tues 21st of March - THE DAISY BOWLERS

An enchanting evening of Happy tunes, tales & banter from Heather Simmons, Debbie Bines & Dave Cooke.  This exciting trio will have you singing & dancing with their delightful harmonies, humor & interpretations of some of the most popular tunes spanning the last century & beyond. Their infectious style and obvious delight in the music they perform will have you smiling from beginning to end.

Tues 28th of March - MARLENE VERPLANCK with JOHN PEARCE, BOBBY WORTH & PAUL MORGAN.

On tour her UK tour New York singing legend appears for the first time at Annie's. During her career, Marlene has appeared extensively on T.V & Radio and worked with Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme & The Glenn Miller Orchestra to name just a few. Her recent CD with this trio has received 5 star reviews.

“SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 14^th  March -8.00pm
Anita Wardell Quartet

Tuesday 21st  March – 8.00pm
Mick Foster Dominic Ashworth, Julian Bury & Tristan Mailliot

Tuesday 4^th April – 8.00pm
Sara Dowling and Chris Dean with John Pearce, Dave Green & Winston Clifford

Tuesday 11^th April -8.00pm
Nigel Price and Derek Nash plus Phil Scragg & Marc Cecil

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm
Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D'Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 16^th March 
Pete Neighbour with Ted Beament Simon Thorp & Richard Pite  Admission £12.00

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

2nd April:    Picante featuring Derek Nash (saxes) Dominic Ashworth (guitar) Neil Angilley (piano) Andy Staples (bass) Marc Cecil (drums) Robin Jones (percussion)

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

17^th March - Giles Hedley and the Aviators: http://www.gileshedley.com

Giles has been singing and playing blues across UK and Europe since the 60s, on bottleneck and lap steel guitars, acoustic and electric, and his trademark simultaneous nose-and-mouth harmonica playing.    Critics and audiences alike are drawn into the blues the band displays whether joyous, ribald or sad. Their stunning musicianship conveys the emotion of the blues whilst avoiding technique for its own sake!

Giles is a regular on UK and Europe’s blues festival and club circuits, both solo and with the band featuring repeatedly on national radio in England and France. Blues in Britain has said he is, "a mainstay of British blues" or as Blues Matters puts it, "one of UK’s foremost roots and country blues performers".    The Aviators is a funky roots-blues outfit steeped in early Chicago blues. Earthy slide and steel guitars, blistering lead guitar, a passionate, Howlin' Wolf-style voice, adventurous bass and drums right up in the mix giving that unmistakeable Aviators sound, quite unlike other British blues bands.

31^st March - Damon Brown & Ed Jones Quintet

Ed Jones sax, Damon Brown trumpet, Ross Stanley piano, Adam King double bass and Chris Draper drums.   Damon Brown, is one of the UK’s leading jazz trumpet players and composers and has played at numerous clubs and festivals in the UK and around the world either with his own groups of different guises or as a sideman with international and UK luminaries.   He has had a string of successful recordings which were hugely popular with jazz audiences and critics alike.  In addition Damon has diversified writing and playing in other formats and teaches both in the UK and abroad.

A UK jazz saxophonist/composer, Ed Jones has worked extensively in the UK and internationally on a wide range of his own projects and collaborations with other outstanding musicians. He has recorded numerous CDs of either his own ensembles or in support of other artists demonstrating his talent for performing in a number of different genres both live and on CDs.

Together, in 2006 Damon and Ed formed the group Killer Shrimp mixing dance genres and electronica with acoustic jazz to much critical acclaim. They recorded the highly acclaimed CD Sincerely Whatever which was top of many critics best of list that year. It was nominated for Jazz CD of the year in the 2007 Parliamentary Jazz awards and the group were awarded Best Jazz Ensemble 2007 at the same awards.  However, their gig at Marigolds will demonstrate Damon’s and Ed’s ability to play great jazz with other great jazz musicians.

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

12th March - rom 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Pete Rudeforth’s All Stars. The trumpet of Pete Rudeforth plus the vocals of Iris Harmon and the clarinet of Tim Huskisson and a galaxy of other stars make for a great band. Pete regularly appears at the club with other bands, tonight he’s bringing his own!  The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking. Admission £9.

19th March from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Chez Chesterman’s New Stompers. Chez leads the New Stompers on trumpet and vocals. The New Stompers are Duncan Chalmers (banjo), Len Baldwin (trombone), Tony Weston (reeds), Roger Curphey (bass) and Bill Finch (drums). The long established New Stompers are sure to make it a wonderful evening of jazz.

GC's JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm - 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating entering it's fifth year!

Sunday 2^nd April    'CULT TV JAZZ'

PAUL HIGGS  Trumpet  Paul returns to the club, this time performing familiar themes from TV & Film.  Titles will include:  Tomorrows World, Star Trek, Bewitched to name a few.  Gabriel Keen - Keyboard. - Alex Keen Bass. Graeme Culham - Drums.

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone

Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.
Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    'RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST''

ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond's first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB  Vocals/Keyboards

One of the innovators of the UK's Jazz Fusion scene with his own band 'Fusion' which later became the 'Reg Webb Band' featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn - Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

e17 JAZZ - The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE - Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH

Michael De Souza - Guitar, Compositions
Huw Williams - Electric/ Upright Bass
Jay Davis - Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

  13 Mar - George ‘Kid’ Tidman’s All Stars

20 Mar - Melvin Beddow Big Band

27 Mar - Mike Cotton with Jazz Club Quartet (Tim

  3 Apr - Hot Lips Oldtime Jazz

10 Apr - Golden Eagle Jazz Band

17 Apr - Easter Monday - NO JAZZ

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Last Wednesday of the month at the Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ 7.45pm - 10.15 pm All welcome.  Admission £12 (online bookings £11.50 + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk 07778 669065

29th March - Nigel Price - Guitar with Sandra Lambert (Piano), Mick Hutton (Double Bass), Jeff Lardner (Drums) and, making a cameo appearance Vocalist Steve Pert.
Nigel is one of the most highly regarded guitarists on the UK jazz scene today. He led his organ trio to pick up the 2010 Parliamentary Jazz Award for best jazz ensemble and was placed third in the 2014/15 British Jazz Awards for best guitarist.  He is a regular performer at London's Ronnie Scott’s Club, where he has played on numerous occasions.

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance
To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 24 March: JACQUI HICKS/JULIAN STRINGLE
Fri 14 April: GEORGINA JACKSON

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Wednesday 29th March 2017 - Peter White 

International award winning smooth jazz guitarist Peter White is one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists in the contemporary jazz landscape. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of pop, jazz and classical guitar to create a sound that’s singular and yet accessible to a broad audience. On the night Peter will be debuting tunes from his new recording "Groovin" Tickets £17

Monday 24th April 2017 - The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

March 14th  Cliff Longhurst's ‘Jazz Knights’  Woody Herman style big band.  An absolutely top class band presented by Cliff on drums.

March 21st  Octave - Terry Trenwith's Team  A fun night of wide ranging jazz standards and a few jokes! Terry can always be relied on to host an entertaining night!

March 28th  Hertswing Big Band John Davies presents the expected Basie swing and drive with an ever stimulating programme.   Featuring our singing star Vicky

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm
• Ample parking; fully accessible - for information call 01787 211865
• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

10 March 2017  -  Sam Crockatt Quartet        £15

Sam Crockatt – sax   Ivo Neame – piano   Oli Hayhurst – bass   Jon Scott – drums

"Haunting lyricism" - John Fordham   "Performances full of power and invention, delivered with precision, poise, and grace" - Helen Mayhew
The Sam Crockatt Quartet has received massive interest since winning the Parliamentary Jazz Award for best album. Sam has quickly built a reputation as a hugely talented musician with a robust and characterful voice on the tenor sax.
Ivo Neame is a musician of immense talent with an astute musical intelligence and a natural improvisatory flair. He is one of the busiest and most in-demand players on the UK scene.
Oli Hayhurst is a long-standing member of the quartet. He has a beautiful, warm tone and plays melodically, underpinned by a driving rhythmic feel.
Jon Scott has developed a reputation as a creative and flexible player on the UK jazz scene, while building up his international connections, playing extensively throughout Europe.  The music is highly lyrical and though sometimes very free, never loses touch with melody.

24 March 2017  -  Tim Kliphuis      £18

Tim Kliphuis – violin   Nigel Clark – guitar   Roy Percy – bass

Widely regarded as Stéphane Grappelli's heir, Tim breathes new life into existing styles with a high-energy blend of classical, gypsy jazz and folk music. An accessible innovator.  Tim Kliphuis has been hailed as a contemporary improvising “Paganini”. He has shared the stage with Richard Galliano, Frankie Gavin, Les Paul and many gypsy jazz groups including The Rosenberg Trio. He has a busy international schedule including work with The Netherlands and Tallin Chamber Orchestras and The Hague Philharmonic, is an in-demand educator at competitions, masterclasses and conservatoires and is the author of best-selling book “Gypsy Jazz Violin”.
Award-winning violinist Tim Kliphuis is a legend in the gypsy world. His Trio with Nigel Clark and Roy Percy celebrates 10 years of performing a ground-breaking and profoundly musical blend of gypsy jazz, classical and folk music.

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

John East - Hammond organ and vocals   Mark Fletcher – drums   Neville Malcom – bass   Carl Orr – guitar   Dave Lewis - tenor sax   Dave Priseman – trumpet   Daniel Hewson - trombone and piano

 John East on vocals and Hammond makes a welcome return to the Fleece and brings with him a stellar line-up.  The John East Project was formed five years ago and is a regular and popular feature at the 606 Club in Chelsea and elsewhere. John has played the Hammond for many years working with musicians such as John Etheridge, Phil Robson and Katie Kissoon.
Mark Fletcher is one of the UK's most versatile and in demand drummers.  Equally at home in straight ahead jazz, free improvised music, rock and world music, Mark was the house drummer at Ronnie Scott's for 12 years and has played there and in leading venues around the world since the late 80s.
Neville Malcolm is one of the most in-demand bass players in the country, an understated star on both acoustic and electric bass, combining an earthy, soulful feel with effortless technical ability.
After moving to London from Australia in 1995, Carl Orr worked with the great American jazz-fusion drummer Billy Cobham from 1996-2000 and in that context, he performed with Randy Brecker, Ernie Watts, Gary Husband and George Duke. Since then he's been working on his own music, releasing 7 CDs, as well as working with many other artists including Mark Fletcher.
Dave Lewis is an American saxophonist, resident in the UK. A consummate, passionate performer who is well respected in the fields of Jazz, Dance, Soul and Rock, Dave’s playing is soulful and funky with a natural affinity to the Jazz and R&B greats, such as Dexter Gordon, King Curtis and Joe Henderson. He is known for his distinctive tenor sound and individual approach.
Daniel Hewson is an award-winning pianist, trombonist, arranger and composer. He was a member of the National Youth Orchestra and studied music at Oxford University and has worked internationally with many diverse artists.
Dave Priseman is considered to be both and ‘excellent’ and ‘delicate’ trumpet player by Dave Gelly, and has played notably with Imelda May and Karen Sharp.

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

March 18                         April 15
May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  23rd March – 8.30pm
Pete Neighbour with Ted Beament Simon Dave Chamberlain & Richard Pite
Admission £14.00 members £11.00

Thursday  6^th April – 8.30pm
Deelee Dube with Alex Bryson, Joe Downard and Andra Trillo

Thursday  13^th April – 8.30pm
From the USA Scott Hamilton with John Pearce, Dave Green & Steve Brown
Tickets £16.00 members £13.00

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm
Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB Is held every first Sunday of the month at Hotel Hatfield, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, NR33 0QP

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 12th March – ROBERT FOWLER  Since leaving the Pasadena Roof Orchestra Robert has worked with many bands and has also released his own CD "Front and Centre" which demonstrates the strong influence of some of the greats of the classic jazz era - Coleman Hawkins and Ben Webster. He has also been working and touring with Bryan Ferry on his recent album As Time Goes By.  

Sunday 26th Mar – SNOWBOY

Sunday 9th Apr – NIC MEIER

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

March 16th   £12  Direct from New York City ~ MARLENE  VerPLANCK  &  her Trio

This lady is recognised world wide as one of the finest performers of The Great American Song Book & is making her annual European tour. The New York Times said  " She may be the most accomplished interpreter of American popular song performing today " With this amazing lady is her own trio for all of her European gigs for many years - this is a polished outfit .
JOHN PEARCE  piano    PAUL MORGAN  double bass    BOBBY WORTH  drums

March 23rd     8pm   £12    THE HUMPHREY LYTTELTON BAND

This is The Original 'Humph' Band ( + trumpet ) Loved by millions & still loved today.  You all know the band & the swinging music --- but just to remind you ... it is

JIMMY HASTINGS  &  ROBERT FOWLER  Saxes      TONY FISHER trumpet
RAY WORDSWORTH trombone           TED BEAMENT piano
JOHN REES JONES double bass           ADRIAN MACKINTOSH drums

March 30th   8pm   £12  DEREK NASH with  TENOR MADNESS    

It's that man again from The Jools Holland R & B Orchestra  -  3 Tenors & 3 Rhythm ---- Wow ! !  Derek Nash pays tribute to the late great Tenor sax man Spike Robinson.

THE THREE TENORS  DEREK NASH    ALAN BARNES    VASILIS XENOPOULOS
The Amazing Three Rhythm  JOHN PEARCE piano.  PAUL MORGAN double bass.  BOBBY WORTH drums

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

11 March  8PM. w/Tina May. Old Town Hall, High Street, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3AE. 01442 228 091. £15.

12 March  7.30PM. Guildhall Theatre,Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AE. 01332 01332 255529.www.derbylive.co.uk. £13.

25 May  8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com. £8.

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Friday 10th February – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.
Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.  Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Wednesday 15th Feb - Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue, Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .  Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Special guest: Mick Foster - tenor sax.

Saturday 18th February  - North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU
with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 - 3pm
Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Tuesday 7th March - Theydon Jazz Club, Thornwood Village Hall,
Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. Carol is joined by Alan Gresty - trumpet,
Goff Dubber - clarinet/sax, Tim Huskisson - piano, Roger Curphey - bass,
Mike Barry - drums.  Tickets at door 8-10.30pm.
Dave and Sheila are great hosts at this new venue and offer great evenings of music.

dairy dates
10/3/17 Billericay
15/3/17 Essex Bowls Club
17/3/17 Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall.
18/3/17 North Weald.

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Mon. 20th March. The Cricketers, Horsell Green, Nr Woking, GU21 4X 8.00 – 10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 31st March. Farmborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. April 16th. Springhouse Jazz Club, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Wed 19th April. Amersham Jazz Club. Beaconsfield Sycob F.C., Hall Barn,  Holloway Park,  Windsor Road,  Beaconsfield,  Bucks  HP9 2SE. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Sun 30th April. Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Mon 1st May   Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Mon. 8th May,  Griffin Park Jazz Club, Brentwood F.C., the Hive, Braemar Road, Brentford, TW8 0NT. 8.00 – 11.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Thurs 11th May. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Wed 17th May. Sutton Coldfield Traditional Jazz Club, Warmley Social Club, 4 Fox Hollies Road, B76 2RJ. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 8th June. Pumphouse, Jazz Club, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2JP. 8.15-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri. 14th July.  Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri 18th Aug. Runnymede Jazz Club. Heriot Rd, Chertsey KT16 9BU.8.00-10.30pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 28th Sept. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces

Thurs. 5th Oct. The Swan, High Street, Chaddesley Corbett, Nr Kiddderminster, DY10 4SD.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 6th Oct. Newbold Verdon Jazz Club, Social Club, Main street, Newbold Verdon, Leicester, LE9 9NP. 8.00 – 10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 13th Oct. Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

RON SPACK’S JAZZTET at THE OAKWOOD. 564 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, SS9 5HX. Tel: 01702 512819. Every Monday. Free 8.30 till 11.00pm. Meals served during the evening.  Ron Spack's Jazztet, Ron leading on bass

RON SPACK’S LUNCHTIME JAZZ at THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL. 18-20, Westcliff Parade, Westcliff on Sea, Esse. SSO 7QW. 01702 345247. Sunday 1pm. Ron on Bass, plus guest.

PETER JEZARD FORTHCOMING GIGS

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 - 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Tues 7 March – OLNEY Jazz Club
Wed 8 March – BELVEDERE Jazz Club
Mon 10 April – LONDON Reform Club
Fri 5 May – SOUTHPORT The Atkinson
Sun 7 May – LINCOLN Jazz Week
*Sat 10 June - COSSINGTON Village Hall*
Thurs 22 June – CAMBRIDGE Jazz Club
Sun 16 July – IPSWICH Jazz Club
*Sun 23 July - RADLETT Arts Centre*
Sun 3 Sep – RADLETT Arts Centre
Sun 24 Sep – COLCHESTER Arts Centre

THE BOTTLENECK BLUES CLUB meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £12, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced available to eat at your table if required.

Further information, upcoming shows, available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members - Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm - 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 - 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge - Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm - 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free - starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS - Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE - 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award - Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

 WEDS 22^nd March – HARALD LASSEN NEW QUARTET – ‘Top Norwegian saxophonist’ - After building up strong and young band concepts such as the indie jazz quartet Pixel, avant-hiphop sextet Mopti & Bendik Baksaas and the innovative duo DUPLEX, saxophone player Harald Lassen decided to track his jazz roots and write music for a really conventional jazz line up; the piano quartet. Earlier this year Lassen invited the renowned Belgian band LABtrio for a one-time Norway tour after discovering them in Norrlandsoperan in Umeå (Sweden). To continue the development of this music he has put together a group of musicians ideally suited for this music – a mixture of the past with rising European star BRAM DE LOOZE piano and a new explosive Norwegian rhythm section consisting of STIAN ANDERSEN bass & TORE FLATJORD drums. The quartet plays Lassen original music inspired by impressionism, the 70s and life so far. https://www.facebook.com/harald.lassen  Doors: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £10/£8

WEDS 19^th April – PIXEL – Leading Norwegian powerhouse indie-jazz ensemble featuring ELLEN ANDREA WANG double bass/vocals, JONAS KILMORK VEMØY trumpet, HARALD LASSEN tenor sax/vocals & JON AUDUN BAAR drums “It's rare for a group so young to emerge with such a fully formed and distinctive concept, but Pixel seems to have accomplished just that” of the overwhelming review John Kelman from All About Jazz

Combining indie-rock energy with the improvisational flexibility of jazz, Pixel is earthy and ethereal, wistful and aggressive, sensuous and pummelling. The group stands at the forefront of a rising generation of jazz players who are remaking jazz in their own image, and doing so for an audience that is hungry for something new and reflects modern day sounds in creative music.  Regarded widely as one of the most exciting jazz bands of our time, their second album ‘WE ARE ALL SMALL PIXELS’ received 4 stars in DownBeat Jazz Magazine. The track ‘CALL ME’ has received extensive radio airplay. The band will be performing music from their third recently released critically acclaimed album ‘GOLDEN YEARS’. http://www.pixelband.no/ https://www.facebook.com/pixelnorway/ Doors: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £12/£10

 

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On June 18 2017 @1 pm Elgoods will run their celebrated Fathers Day Jazz event in their beautiful Brewery Gardens at North Brink Wisbech, The Band will be The Hugely successful band from last year The Theydon Select Six:- Peter Rudeforth Trunpet/Julian Stringle Clt/sax, admission £10 each, accompanied under 12's free.  The band will play three sets between 1-4.15pm snacks /tea/coffee, and alcohol available .... please bring a garden chair or blanket .... picnics are allowed dogs (except guide dogs) aren't.  Wheelchair access.  Enquiries, advanced reservations:- daved...@gmail.com :  phone 01945 588325

Ipswich Jazz Festival –  A weekend of great musical events is planned for the next Ipswich Jazz Festival to be held from Friday 23^rd June to Sunday 25^th June.  Tickets are now on sale for most events.

Starting on Friday 23^rd June with a South African, Township style jazz concert by trumpeter Claude Deppa and the Clare Hirst Band, the festival also includes performances by jazz guitar supremo John Etheridge and singer Vimala Rowe whom he recently completed an acclaimed album with as well as saxophonist Art Themen and the Chris Ingham Trio and top name big band, Back to Basie. Tickets are available from the New Wolsey Theatre – by phone, in person or online. www.wolseytheatre.co.uk

There are also workshops for local amateur musicians and even a workshop on music photography.  Young people in Suffolk can join a mini course on jazz music and as well as that, there are gigs by local jazz bands in local pubs, an art show, a Lindy Hop dance workshop and jazz-themed films – Finding Fela about jazz musician Fela Kuti and the remastered version of the 1943 classic Stormy Weather.
Festival organiser Neil Bateman said: “Yet again Ipswich has attracted some top names from the jazz world and as a not-for-profit venture, we have kept ticket prices as low as possible.  There’s a wide range of jazz music on show – something for everyone, as well as films, dance and art.  This is going to be a great weekend and we want to get Ipswich Jazz Festival widely known about in Suffolk and beyond.”
You can find out more at www.ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk or by liking our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ipswichjazzfestival/

Headline acts announced for Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival’s tenth anniversary.

The Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival are delighted to announce headlining performances with swinging jazz from Claire Martin OBE and Ray Gelato, and powerful blues from Northern Ireland’s star, Kaz Hawkins. To be held at Burton Agnes Hall, Driffield, YO25 4NB from  30th June – July 2nd 2017   www.burtonagnes.com

‘They say that good things come in small packages. This may be one of the summer's smallest gatherings, but it's also one of the most sophisticated...' Daily Mail

The festival is uniquely set in one of the UK’s finest Elizabethan stately piles, Burton Agnes Hall, home to the saxophone playing organiser, Simon Cunliffe-Lister. Over twenty five bands provide a weekend of jazz and blues on manicured lawns, and in the ornately carved Great Hall. Civilised camping with hot showers in the adjacent park field, children’s entertainers, and local ale and food inspired The Independent to describe the Festival as ‘Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I've ever attended’.

‘Now this is a proper music festival’  The Times
One of The Daily Telegraph's best fifteen festivals for the over 50s.
“This is a very English festival, with a wonderful laid-back atmosphere…superbly organised and efficiently run, which brought together such a wide range of musical styles across a successful weekend…Yes, this is a wonderful English festival.” Fatea Magazine
“Who could have imagined such an idyllic and sublime location for a Jazz and Blues Festival.. .thankfully somebody did…This unique venue and event is a must attend festival….make sure you get your tickets...I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.”  Yorkshire Gig Guide

More artists will be announced over the coming weeks and months -please visit http://www.burtonagnes.com/Jazz_Festival/Line_Up.html to be kept up to date.

Fifteen generations have filled the Hall with treasures, from magnificent carvings commissioned when the Hall was built in 1598 by Sir Henry Griffith, to French Impressionist paintings, contemporary furniture, tapestries and other modern artwork in recent years. Simon Jenkins, author of ‘England’s Thousand Best Houses’, described Burton Agnes Hall as ‘the perfect English house’ and as one of England’s twenty finest houses alongside Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace and Chatsworth House.

Claire Martin OBE & Ray Gelato, ‘A Swingin’ Affair’

‘Jazz Artistry’ The Observer   Join internationally renowned vocalist and BBC Radio presenter, Claire Martin OBE, and legendary saxophonist and singer, Ray Gelato, for their first show together: 'A Swingin’ Affair'.  Celebrating the release of their album ‘We’ve Got a World That Swings’, described by The Observer as “Jazz Artistry”, these much celebrated and respected artists take to the stage to explore the Great American Songbook.  Alongside a world-class trio of musicians, Claire and Ray revisit classics such as 'Let's Call the Whole Thing Off', ‘They Can’t Take That Away from Me’, 'They all Laughed' and 'Can’t We Be Friends’.
If you like your music sassy, sharp and swinging, this is the show for you. A swingin’ affair indeed!
‘Hugely entertaining and beautifully performed’ The Observer
'Strikes all the right notes, played and sung with real joie de vivre’ Jazzwise

Claire Martin OBE:   ‘Our finest jazz singer’ The Sunday Times
‘She ranks amongst the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet’ Jazz Times USA    ‘A consummate jazz singer with old-school virtues … she wins plaudits everywhere she works’ The Guardian

Ray Gelato:   ‘Not for nothing is Gelato known as ‘The Godfather of Swing’’ The Telegraph
‘Gelato’s dapper mixture of swing and Louis Prima jumping jive remains as invigorating as ever’ The Times

Kaz Hawkins   ‘...terrific vocal performance’ Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2
Multi award winning Kaz Hawkins is Northern Ireland’s very own blues and soul darling. One of today’s most popular blues artists in the UK and Ireland, Kaz has been compared to Etta James and Janis Joplin, to name but a few. Her powerful, deep, soulful voice combined with her 1950s swing dress and Dr Marten's boots creates a unique performance not to be missed.  Invited by BBC Radio Ulster to take part in a special Van Morrison 70th birthday broadcast in Northern Ireland August 2015, Best Studio Album 2015 (Blues Matters), Best Emerging Artist (British Blues Awards 2015) and Winner of Female Vocalist Pure M Awards (Northern Ireland Industry Award), Winner of Best Music Video 2016 with Pure M Awards and a nominee for the UK Blues Challenge 2016.

Tickets for the full weekend along with day and evening only tickets are available now at early bird discounted prices from here:

http://www.burtonagnes.com/Jazz_Festival/Tickets_and_Prices.html

You can also buy tickets by phoning the estate office weekdays 9am to 5pm on 01262 490 324 or by visiting Burton Agnes Hall and its courtyard shops.

For more info, images and interviews please contact den...@manillapr.com

Monday

Jazz in the Round, The Cockpit, Gateforth St, Marylebone NW8 8EH. Jazz/contemporary music every last Monday in the month. www.thecockpit.org.uk/jazz First band 8pm. Tickets from £8 020 7258 2925. DJ set with Jez in the bar.

Tuesday

Jazz at O B's  – Last Tuesday of every month at Old Brentwood Club, Ashwell Road, Brentwood.  Doors open 7 pm.: music from 8 – 10.30 pm. Admission £7.00. Resident trio – drums, piano, bass plus guests. Great crowd and drinks at club prices. Dave Grant 01708 763723.

Annie’s Jazz @ Thorpe Hall Golf Club . Every Tuesday 8-30-11pm. www.anniesjazz.co.uk Annies Jazz @yeoldesmack. annie...@googlemail.com

The Bottleneck Blues Club who meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £10, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced, available to eat at your table.

Jazz at The Kings Langley Club. The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm. 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, visitors welcome.

A Norfolk gig – The Eddie Seales Big Band perform on the 1st Tuesday of the month is at The William Burt Centre, West Winch (near Kings Lynn). www.eddiesealesbigband.co.uk

Jazz every Tuesday at the Cricketers Pub, 47 Shirley Road, Croydon, Surrey CR07ER.  Free Entry.

Humphrey Lyttelton Band will be at the Bull’s Head, Barnes, SW13 9PY, tickets £12 – a regular monthly booking, 2nd Tuesday of every month. www.humphreylyttelton.com/live

Every Tuesday Evening 7.30 -9.30pm. Music, Improvisation, Meditation & Mindfulness at Samatha House, near Stisted, Essex. Explore & learn relaxing meditation techniques, music improvising workshops & listening to meditative music (Johnty Wilks saxes, synths, flutes, Darnell keyboards & synths,) special guests £5.00 (or £7.50 including food at the earlier time 6.30pm and socialising). Johnty on 0771 359 4543. B&B available.

Wednesday

Every Wednesday evening The Belvedere Jazz and Music Club. Doors open at 6:30pm for meals and lite bites at your table with music commencing at 8:00pm -10.30pm. . Large free car park, bar. www.belvederejazz.co.uk At The Chichester’s Tudor Room, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford. SS11 8UE

Every Wednesday evening Mill Hill Jazz Club at the Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, Mill Hill, NW7 3AL. From 8:30pm.

Theydon Jazz Club Every Wewds 8-10:30 pm, Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz features Excellent Live Bands for listening/Dancing, facilities include: Bar/ Meals/Car Park.   www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk

Jazz at the Railway Hotel, Southend. 32 Clifftown Road Town Centre, Southend SS1 1AJ. The best of the local Jazz scene with many special guests! Free admission. Start at 8.30.

Thursday

At The Little Crown, 12 Short Wyre Street, Colchester CO1 1LN more Trad Jazz with The Dixie Jazz Trio 8:00 – 10:30 On every 2nd Thursday of the month. 8:00 – 10:30pm. – The Dixie Trio + 1.

Googlies Jazz Supper Club at Botany Bay Cricket Club, East Lodge Lane, Enfield, EN2 8AS Live Jazz every Thursday evening. Doors 7.30pm, Performance from 8pm. Licensed Bar, food available & free ample parking. The Colin Peters Quartet support a different guest each week.

The Pump House Jazz Club at Watford continues on Thursdays.

The Cross Keys is an independent pub in Tunbridge Wells with live music at the core. Sonny’s Jazz nights run every Thursday and there is no charge for entry. St Johns Road (A26) just over a mile north of Tunbridge Wells Town Centre. 236/238 St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 9XD Tel: 01892 536 516:

The Sole Bay Jazz Band meets every Thursday at 8pm at the sports/social club – The Maltings Pavilion, Pirnhow Street, Ditchingham, Nr Bungay, Suffolk NR35 2RU with regular members & guests from around the region playing. Free admission, bar & large car park. Weekly update at www.cakesandal.blogspot.co.uk

The Just Jazz & Blues Band have a regular monthly spot at “The Audley”, Mount Street, London W1. Admission Free – starts from 7.30pm – Food & drink available.

Friday

Music at Marigolds, Harlow Cricket Club. A great regular jazz night in Harlow on the last Friday of every month. More at: www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk. They also host some great blues nights:

World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

Jazz in Waltham Abbey first Friday of every month. Catherine Lima and trio (Paul Higgs on keys, Matt Lowrie on bass and Luke de la Salle on drums) at the Woodbine Inn, Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 3QT. Music from 8.30pm free entry. Tel: 01992 713050.

Sunday

For Trad Jazz fans there is the long-established Hornchurch Jazz Club, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex. Tel: Laurie on 07913 558616. Great atmosphere. Dancing. Drinks at Club Prices.8:30 – 11pm.

Jazz and Tapas, 1st Sunday of the month, 1.00 – 4.00pm, O Picado, 403 London Road, Westcliff on Sea, Essex SS0 7HU, Tel 01702 300540 Sunday lunchtime 1pm to 4pm, at O’Picado, a family run Portugese restaurant. Bookings 01702 300540.

For fans of Trad Jazz out there, may we direct to you Wilf James‘ comprehensive listings — http://bit.ly/r0lcY2, or just Google Wilf’s Jazz!!

News & Forthcoming Events at Exchange House Music Club, Exchange House, Blackmore, Essex, CM4 0QY. Tel. 01277 824 616 or 07885 423 393. David Price. www.jazzbanduk.com

Retrospectivejazz, are a trad and Dixieland band based in darkest NE Essex. You can find their website at http://.retrospectivejazz.cticloud.co.uk

The Globe Pub, 20 Morning Lane, Hackney, London, E9 6NA. (Opposite Tesco car park entrance) have Different Trad Jazz bands every Sunday 12:30 – 3:30pm. Free entrance.

John Petters News -

Jazz at St John's Arts Centre, Old Harlow - full programme for the Spring / Summer : http://traditional-jazz.com/mainpages/documents/stjohnsa5.pdf

Tony Jacobs News

My recent weekend at South Downs Holiday Village sold out so as well as returning there next Spring and Autumn, I have a third weekend in June 'FROM DIXIELAND TO SWING'.
Make a note in your diaries of three more weekends  of Swing, Hot Jazz and Cabaret in 2017 at the same great venue: March 10/11/12, July 7/8/9 and October 20/21/22.
Warners Thorseby Hall Hotel in Nottinghamshire have asked me to present a four day music event on May 15th,16th,17th,18th 2017. The line-up will include the Bateman Brothers' Ultimate Louis Armstrong Show - with guests Enrico Tomasso and 'Spats' Langham, the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra, the Tony Jacobs Big Band, the American and British Songbook Show, the Swing Time Jivers and daytime events which will include a tea-dance, a dance workshop and cabaret. More details to follow

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 John Seeley’s Jazz and Saxophone Group
If playing as part of a group appeals to you, why not join John Seeley’s Jazz and Saxophone Group?  I run my own Jazz Workshop and Saxophone Workshop on alternative Thursday evenings, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at St Michael and All Angels Church in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.  £7 Entry.   All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in!   We are a relaxed, friendly, welcoming group and are always looking for more members to join our Jazz family!

Jazz Workshop
The aim of this workshop is to provide a creative and relaxed atmosphere for musicians of all levels, to learn theory aspects of music, and gain practical knowledge of performing.  The music used will range from Hard Bop, Modern to Contemporary Jazz, and will be arranged to a high level.

Workshop dates:
2^nd, 16^th, 30^th March 2017
13^th, 27^th April 2017
11^th, 25^th May 2017
8^th June 2017

Saxophone Workshop
The workshop aims to develop saxophone technique and performance in a friendly creative environment.  Each class explores saxophone and musicianship skills that will enhance the individual and group performer.  This includes music theory, methods of practice, sight reading, improvisation, aural work, and specific concepts to increase your knowledge on the saxophone.  This is worked concurrently with a repertoire of saxophone music from different genres of music with a focus on Classical and Jazz.

Workshop dates:
9^th, 23^rd March 2017
6^th, 20^th April 2017
4^th, 18^th May 2017
1^st, 15^th June 2017

Weekly Saturday Jazz Workshops in Orpington (SE London) for anyone, any age, on any instrument, interested in developing their improvising skills and musicianship. It is a practical, performance based approach to learning in a supportive, inclusive and nurturing group. Through the playing and study of standard jazz repertoire we cover some of the essential requirements for improvising including ear training, rhythmic skills, developing your harmonic understanding, learning transcriptions of some classic recordings and building a jazz vocabulary. By better understanding the process of playing jazz and your role in the group and by using a variety of different practice methods and approaches you can gain confidence in your improvising. Limited numbers. See www.saturdayjazzworkshop.com for more details.

British and International Vocal (Jazz) Academy (BIVJA) workshop course is a high quality enterprise implementing the skills and experience of a full rhythm section. For those who wish to acquire a greater understanding of the working of that rhythm section plus harmony, aural, jazz music theory and jazz style through practical sessions integrating performance, audience communication, history, safe vocal technique, extending range and improvisation and all ‘tools of the trade’. In Ealing, BIVJA promotes a warm but challenging environment and as the course develops ALL students will have acquired some practical knowledge of piano, bass, kit and percussion playing and band leading skills in addition to vocal and technical skills. The support group created will assist students in self-promotion and performance opportunities. Verona Chard – 020 8992 1571 – leave message, and contact details. 07985 440902 www.veronachard.com/bivja v...@veronachard.com

The Julian Joseph Jazz Academy runs weekly in Hackney on Saturday afternoons, under the artistic direction of internationally renowned jazz pianist and composer Julian Joseph, offering talented young instrumentalists and vocalists aged 11-24, the opportunity to work with acclaimed jazz artists to develop their skills through a curriculum underpinned by an introduction to the American roots of jazz.

The Hertfordshire Music Service and North Herts Youth Jazz run the North Herts Youth Jazz Big Band rehearse Tues evenings, term time, at The North Herts Music School, Highbury House, Highbury Road, Hitchin SG4 9RU 01462 434052. Up to age 19.  Improvisers welcome but guidance and instruction will be given to all who wish it. They will perform at least once in public each term to promote the playing of jazz amoung youth. There is a termly fee.

Essex Music Services, part of Essex County Council provide ” Quality instrumental tuition and workshops .. , covering all major orchestral and band instruments and musical styles”. One of the youth orchestras is The Essex Youth Jazz Orchestra (EYJO) for young musicians with a love for jazz with a min of grade 5 – audition entry. Meet monthly for rehearsals and also go on tour. Musical Director since '91 Martin Hathaway, is one of the country’s leading jazz musicians. He is also the resident conductor of Young Essex Jazz and Essex Junior Jazz. Tickets for their’ Jazz concerts 01206 798788 or email beverley...@essex.gov.uk

If you weren’t aware of it you really should be listening to jazz broadcaster of the year Paul Barnes’s show The Late Paul Barnes. The show is broadcast each Saturday between 11pm and 1am on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent, Cambridgeshire, Northampton and 3CR (Beds, Bucks, Herts). And for those of you who aren’t night owls, thanks to the wonders of modern technology you can “listen again” any time, anywhere by going to: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p002mhdx

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tune to www.1940sukradio.co.uk

Adam Dyer presents a radio show on Phoenix FM, every Monday night 6pm – 8pm, playing jazz from the swing era to the present on 98FM in the Brentwood/Billericay area, available on app-stores and online: http://www.phoenixfm.com/2014/01/21/all-that-jazz/, helping to build a following for jazz among younger people. Adam teachs jazz piano/composition in Billericay (MA Guildhall School of Music and Drama). http://www.reverbnation.com/adamdyerjazz

For info on more complete music genres Jurgen Reid suggests his Facebook/Twitter page – Music In Essex where he posts information about gigs, bands, venues, etc. Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/MusicInEssex – for twitter profile search @MusicInEssex. Musicians can post their info and Jurgen will share it across the other accounts.

Our friends at MEDWAY JAZZ publish a great newsletter covering a lot of what is going on in Kent. You can download their latest newsletter by clicking here: http://jazzupdate.co.uk/downloads/kentjazzspring14.pdf

Dave Self is a lifelong jazz fan, performer and DJ. He is a presenter of a jazz show for Blast 1386 – Tuesdays midday to CARL ORR on guitar [yes the guitarist with the billy cobham band] and ANDY NOBLE on keyboards . Carl and andy are both from Australia and are both top class exellent musicians 1pm, repeated on Fridays 8pm to 9pm. You can listen in at http://radiotime.com/station/s_6837/Blast_1386.aspx.

A really good website, kindly pointed out to us by Steve Duke. www.jazzonthetube.com. Basically it is a directory of all the great jazz videos which can be found on YouTube sorted by artist … highly addictive!

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Courtesy of our friends at J A Z Z N I G H T S

Clare: Jazznights in the Cavendish Suite at The Bell, Market Hill, CO10 8NN on Sunday 12th March presents the great mainstream saxophonist ROBERT FOWLER. 7.30-10pm. £10. Reserve seating by reply or call 01787 237653.

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH have got the ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ TRIO on Thursday 30th March. Tickets £12 - £26. Box Office 0845 548 7650. They also present “Jazz In The Foyer” on some Fridays – call for details.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got the SAM CROCKATT QUARTET on Friday 10th March. Box Office 01787 211865. See details http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

Coggeshall: The Colchester Chamber Choir present SONG OF SONGS with jazz guitar improvisations by CHRIS ALLARD at St Peter ad Vincula on Sunday 19th March at 7pm.  Tickets: 01206 820813 or in...@colchesterchamberchoir.org.

Bishops Stortford: On Wednesday 15th March there’s Latin Jazz with QUE PASA at the Rhodes Hall. Starts at 7.30pm. http://www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk/events/live-midweek-music/.

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features JACQUI HICKS with JULIAN MARC STRINGLE on Friday 24th March. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org.

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JESSICA RADCLIFFE on Sunday 19th March. 11.30 start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents ANTONIO FORCIONE & SARAH JANE MORRIS on Sunday 12th March. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

Chelmsford: ACanteen, 35 New London Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0ND presents jazz for dining with the TED BEAMENT TRIO on Saturday 18th March.

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got the TIM GARLAND “ONE” QUARTET on Thursday 16th March. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Hadleigh: The jazz club at the Town Hall, IP7 5DN present guitarist NIGEL PRICE on Saturday 8th April. Tel: 07941 360890 for details & tickets at £14

Ipswich: The jazz club features the KOFI-BARNES AGGREGATION on Sunday 19th March at the California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. See http://www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.htm for details.

 

Diss: On Thursday 9th March TINA MAY is at the Park Hotel, 29, Denmark Street, IP22 4LE with the Chris Ingham Trio. Doors 7.30pm for 8pm start. Reserve on 07799 650009 or visit www.thecornhall.co.uk.

Southwold: On Saturday 25th March the Arts Centre at St Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, IP18 6JP feature PAUL HIGGS (trp) with his PAVANE presentation. Tickets £14.50 from 01502 722572 or boxo...@southwoldarts.org.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features an OPEN MIC/JAM SESSION on Monday 6th March then THE JAZZ WORRIERS on Tuesday 14th March. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG presents the MACIEK PYSZ QUARTET  on Sunday 2nd April. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents jazz on Wednesday 8th March with the GARY WOOD SWING BAND. £5/£6.

 

 

MARLENE VERPLANCK

Wednesday, March 1  -  Marlene returns to Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr Wickford, SS11 8UE. Tel: 07850 607075 Everyone LOVES this venue. Advance reservations a must! Food is served from 6.30 p.m. with music from 8 p.m.

Friday, March 3  -  Marlene returns to The Verdict, a lovely intimate venue with terrific food! 159 Edward St., Brighton BN2 OJB Tel: 01273 674 847

Sunday, March 5  -  Marlene returns to the world famous, Ronnie Scott's lunchtime with, John Pearce, Paul Morgan, Bobby Worth and very special guest, UK's star trombonist, Mark Nightingale. 47 Frith St, Soho, London Reservations a must! 020 7439 0747

Wednesday, March 8  -  The Concord Club, Stoneham Ln, Eastleigh. SO50 9HQ One of my long-time favorite venues where everything is first rate. Reservations: 023 8061 3989

Saturday, March 11  -  Essendon Village Hall, School Lane, Essendon, AL9 6HD at 08.00 PM.

Tuesday, March 14  -  Marlene returns to Wales at The Treorchy Rugby Club, Treorchy, CF42 6PPN with The Dave Cottle Trio Tel: 01443 436 813

Wednesday, March 15  -  This is a new venue and we know from last year how great the band is. Come join us! Marlene with The Capital City Jazz Orchestra, SWBBS Whitehead Sports & Social Club, Pye Corner, Park View, Bassaleg, Newport. NP10 8LA  Start 8pm Pay at Door £8 Wednesday, March 15  www.facebook.com/southwalesbigbandsociety

Thursday, March 16  -  The Folkestone Jazz Club at The Tower, Tower Theatre,North Road. Shorncliffe. Folkestone, Kent.  Ct20 3hl. Very excited about this new venue, Seat bookings 01303 277175 Email: twink...@btinternet.comInfo:01303 260330 Email: dwood...@aol.com   Web site: www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk

Sunday, March 19  -  Marlene with John Ruddick's award-winning MYJO Big Band. Details forthcoming.

Monday, March 20  -  The Kings Head, Bexley High St., Bexley, Kent. DA5 1AA Sold out last year...reserve early! Tel: 0208 467 1350 or contact by e mail: JANET...@aol.com.

Tuesday, March 21  -  New venue. Marlow Jazz Club, Christ Church URC, Oxford Road, Marlow SL7 2NL. For reservations, tel: 01628 486227. Or via Michael Eagleton, 01628 486571. or mic...@jazzfans.co. Music starts 8:30, Tickets 10 pounds.

Wednesday, March 22  -  Bonington Theatre, Arnold Leisure Centre, Love this venue! Gorgeous theatre! Always an SRO crowd. Book early. High St., Nottingham NG5 7EE I LOVE this theatre! Tel: 0115 956 0733

Tuesday, March 28  -  New venue. Annie's Jazz Club at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorp Hall Ave., Southend on Sea SS1 3AT

Wednesday, March 29  -  Brand new venue. JW3, 341-351 Finchley Rd, London NW3 6ET Very excited!  My last gig in the UK, please join us for a happy ending. Reservations: 020 7433 8988

 

 

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‘leven o’clock, Saturday night Make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music. Star turn this week is a centenary celebration of smokey-voiced Nat King Cole: fine singer and an even finer swing pianist. Also on the bill is Harry James one of the greatest big band trumpet players ever. Jessica Williams, Pete Neighbour and Marion McPartland also feature.  All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, March 18 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. Rhythm & rhubarb – the best.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam has lost its home of the last 12 months, the Burleigh Arms pub. A new venue will be found as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the jam sessions are suspended.

Thursday 30 March at St John's Arts Centre, St John's Walk Market St, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ - Sarah Spencer - Traditional New Orleans Jazz - Hot and Dirty   at 8PM - Admission: £10. Details Tel: 01406 365 731 - e-mail: TJp...@traditional-jazz.com

Sarah Spencer, described as "one of the exciting, new, young breed of traditional jazz players and the hottest tenor saxophonist on the Jazz scene today,"  makes her debut appearance here.  Sarah's creed has always been to "play it Hot and Dirty." She started playing clarinet at the age of 8 and tenor sax at 15, later taking up the baritone, alto and soprano saxophones.  Arriving on the British traditional jazz scene at 18;  Sarah quickly spread her wings  - was the youngest visitor to play in Preservation Hall, New Orleans at 19; and formed the first of her own bands at 20.
A move to the USA brought her global fame, appearing at numerous top festivals with many legendary figures from the New Orleans jazz world.  She has regularly returned to the UK.. playing triumphant concerts, including the prestigious Purcell Room, one of London's premier, serious music venues.  A poll winner in the cradle of jazz, New Orleans, Sarah has been recognised in several categories, including "Favourite New Artiste", "Favourite Tenor Saxophonist".  New Orleans record producer, George H Buck Jr. of Jazzology Records said, "Sarah plays tenor sax in the true New Orleans style of that instrument.... It is nice to hear a lady who has assimilated so much of the New Orleans feeling and tradition."  In addition to her instrumental skills, Sarah is a fine blues vocalist.
Completing the line-up will be top Essex piano man, Tim Huskisson, a popular visitor to the venue, Harlow bassist, Keith Donald and ex Harlow drummin' man, John Petters.

Ragtime Revisited @ Helmsley Arts Centre, Saturday 18th March.  7:30pm Admission £13. http://www.helmsleyarts.co.uk/whats-on/ragtime-revisited  or box office: 01439 771700

This exciting concert features  piano ‘professor’,  Martin Litton, a leading authority on the music of the era.   Essentially written for piano, Ragtime was the first African American music to be notated and is a close relative of early New Orleans Jazz.  It’s most popular composer, Scott Joplin, regarded himself as a serious musician, with a Ragtime Ballet and two Operas included in his output.  In 1899, he composed “Maple Leaf Rag”, which influenced many other pianists and writers.  “The Entertainer” followed in 1901 which later enjoyed a huge revival in the 1970s classic movie, “The Sting”, bringing Ragtime to a new audience.
Another Ragtime revival success was George Botsford’s “Black and White Rag”, a million seller for Winifred Atwell in the ‘50s, which became the iconic theme tune for BBC TV’s “Pot Black” snooker show in the ‘60s.  Martin Litton has arranged the works of Scott Joplin, Morton  and others for the trio of piano, clarinet and drums.  Martin Litton studied piano at the Colchester Institute; then joined Harry Gold's Pieces of Eight, and spent two years with Kenny Ball, touring Russia and the Middle East.  Martin's work with leading British musicians includes recordings with Humphrey Lyttleton, Wally Fawkes, and backing US stars - Kenny Davern, Bob Wilbur, Yank Lawson and Wild Bill Davison.  Featured will be virtuoso clarinettist, Richard Exall,  a former sideman in the world famous Chris Barber Band.

The 'Seaside Shuffle', Ramsgate, Small Boat Owners Club, Guildford Lawn, has 'Doc Houlind Revival All Stars Jazz Band', 18th March 2017 at  8.00pm  Tickets including supper £15.00.

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home here at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists are welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or call for tickets– 0207 916 0545  Fortnightly upcoming events:  March: 7th / 21st

Hadleigh Jazz Club Saturday April 8th at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  The simply stunning Nigel Price, winner of this year's British Jazz Award for best guitarist will be joining us for an evening of groove and super-swinging entertainment. Jamie Cullum stalwart Geoff Gascoyne makes up the trio with Chris and I, it's going to be a goodie.

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

19th March   -  Dave Grants CARLTON JAZZ BAND
2nd April       -  Mike Brewerton,s NORTHSIDE JAZZ BAND
16th April      -  Bob Dwyer,s  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      -  Dave Rance,s  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

Jazz guitarist Chris Allard is performing an intriguing concert SONG OF SONGS with Colchester Chamber Choir with Director Roderick Earle at St Peter ad Vincula in Coggeshall on Sunday 19th March at 7pm. Settings by Palestrina, Guerrero,  Victoria, Lassus and others with jazz guitar improvisations by Chris Allard.  tickets £16, under 30s £10, students £5 from www.colchesterchamberchoir.org  email in...@colchesterchamberchoir.org /01206 820813

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The Cambridge Jazz Jam has lost its home of the last 12 months, the Burleigh Arms pub. A new venue will be found as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the jam sessions are suspended.

The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

22nd   March -   Pete Neighbour All Stars Quintet

Dave Newton -  piano    Nat Steele - vibes    Dave Green - double bass    Steve Brown – drums
Now residing in South Carolina but originally from East London, Pete has performed extensively over Europe, North America, Australia and Asia. In more recent years he has carved a niche for himself being one of very few jazz musicians to reach a wider audience by performing as a Headline Guest Entertainer on luxury cruise ships. His act focuses particularly on the 'Swing era' with music and stories from that era never failing to ensure an enthralling evening's entertainment.  He was recently awarded the 'Entertainer of the Year' award by the Italian six star luxury cruise line 'Silversea'.  Pete has performed at private parties for His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Highgrove House and for Sir Michael Caine, Mick Jagger and venues such as London’s The Royal Festival Hall, New York’s Lincoln Centre, The Orient Express, The House of Lords and Scottish Baronial castles.

29th   March -  The  Julian Marc Stringle Dream Band with Jacqui Hicks

Julian Marc Stringle – clarinet, saxes & flute    Jacqui Hicks – vocals    Dominic Ashworth - guitar    Neil Angilley – keyboard    Chris Dodd  - bass    Mike Bradley – drums
The Dream Band is Julian’s own exciting and melodic Latin-influenced jazz sextet featuring keyboard virtuoso Neil Angilley, Canadian guitar star Dominic Ashworth, stylish Shakatak vocalist Jacqui Hicks, bass ace Chris Dodd and the dynamic Mike Bradley on drums. The highly talented virtuoso pianist  Neil Angilley  has worked  with Dame Shirley Bassey,  The Gypsy Kings, singer Lisa Stansfield  and James Galway and many more top names. Bass ace Chris Dodd has worked extensively on the UK and European jazz circuits and  has recorded and performed all over the globe with many acclaimed musicians. Drummer Mike Bradley has worked with Rosemary Clooney, Sir John Dankworth and Cleo Laine plus Natalie Cole, to name but a few. & David Cassidy.

5^th April - The Dutch No 1 Jive & Swing Band: Jazz Connection

Jurgen Feskens - trumpet, flugelhorn & vocals    Peter van Steen - trombone    Rob Henneveld - tenor & alto saxes, clarinet    Bart Wouters - double bass & vocals    Bart Maassen - piano     Ad Hoendervangers – drums

Jazz Connection is a true follower of the Jump Jive/Blues and early Rhythm 'n Blues style that hit America’s black post war population. With songs from Louis Prima, Wynonie Harris, King Curtis, Louis Jordan and Teddy Brannon, they bring a revival of the best and brightest star performers from these exciting years. Founded 27 years ago in ‘jazzy’ hometown Breda, Jazz Connection is running like a train, swinging and rolling through Europe with their Jazz & Jive show. They have performed at major festivals and clubs in Holland, toured in Belgium, UK, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Scandinavia, France, Bulgaria and Poland as well as in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Together with lots of humour, Jazz Connection produces their remarkable sound, transparent, sophisticated, catchy and groovy. Whether it’s a festive jive, tantalizing boogie or heartbreaking blues, you’ll recognise without doubt the sound of this unique sextet.

12^th April  -  Georgina Jackson & Pete Long with Chris Ingham’s Trio 

Georgina Jackson - vocals & trumpet    Pete Long - clarinet    Chris Ingham - piano    George Double - drum    Joe Pettitt - double bass

At members’ request we welcome back the acclaimed singer and trumpeter, Georgina Jackson. Success with her first album led Georgina to become the singer with Ronnie Scott’s Big Band.  A vivacious, stylish vocalist, she has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with the BBC Big Band and Irving Berlin with the BBC Concert Orchestra.  Georgina’s partner Pete Long is one of the foremost bandleaders and reedsmen in the UK and is leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”   SUNDAY TIMES
“Talented singer/trumpeter with a sassy, vibrant style” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

19^th April – The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra

We welcome back The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra which is a seventeen piece ensemble founded in 2013 by Essex saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham and includes some of London’s  top jazz players.  The Orchestra will include a guest appearance by vocalist and crooner Mark Stratford alongside a traditional selection of standard big band repertoire, featuring classics from Glenn Miller to Basie to Ellington, plus a couple of Andrew’s own arrangements. Andrew says “Join us for a great evening of entertaining live music that we guarantee will warm the cockles of your heart!”

 26^th April – The Colin Bray Swing Quintet

Colin Bray - vibes    Julian Marc Stringle - clarinet/sax    Peter Rudeforth - trumpet/vocals    Tim Huskisson - piano    John Petters - drums/vocals

We welcome the charismatic and humorous vibraphonist Colin Bray who will present an evening reminiscing the 1930’s - 1950’s Swing era.  Expect to hear tunes made popular by those great musicians including Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw such as ‘Someday Sweetheart’, ‘After You've Gone’, ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘Avalon’, ‘Moonglow’, ‘China Boy’, ‘Runnin' Wild’, ‘Who’s Sorry Now’, ‘Stompin’ at The Savoy’, Blue Moon & Honeysuckle Rose etc. Accompanying Colin will be the award winning Julian Marc Stringle, Pete Rudeforth from the Chris Barber Band, Master Swing drummer John Petters and pianist Tim Huskisson who for several years was Brian Conley’s musical director.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

Tues 21st of March - THE DAISY BOWLERS

An enchanting evening of Happy tunes, tales & banter from Heather Simmons, Debbie Bines & Dave Cooke.  This exciting trio will have you singing & dancing with their delightful harmonies, humor & interpretations of some of the most popular tunes spanning the last century & beyond. Their infectious style and obvious delight in the music they perform will have you smiling from beginning to end.

Tues 28th of March - MARLENE VERPLANCK with JOHN PEARCE, BOBBY WORTH & PAUL MORGAN.

On tour her UK tour New York singing legend appears for the first time at Annie's. During her career, Marlene has appeared extensively on T.V & Radio and worked with Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme & The Glenn Miller Orchestra to name just a few. Her recent CD with this trio has received 5 star reviews.

“SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 21st  March – 8.00pm

Mick Foster Dominic Ashworth, Julian Bury & Tristan Mailliot

Tuesday 4^th April – 8.00pm
Sara Dowling and Chris Dean with John Pearce, Dave Green & Winston Clifford

Tuesday 11^th April -8.00pm
Nigel Price and Derek Nash plus Phil Scragg & Marc Cecil

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm
Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D'Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April

Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

2nd April:    Picante featuring Derek Nash (saxes) Dominic Ashworth (guitar) Neil Angilley (piano) Andy Staples (bass) Marc Cecil (drums) Robin Jones (percussion)

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

17^th March - Giles Hedley and the Aviators: http://www.gileshedley.com

Giles has been singing and playing blues across UK and Europe since the 60s, on bottleneck and lap steel guitars, acoustic and electric, and his trademark simultaneous nose-and-mouth harmonica playing.    Critics and audiences alike are drawn into the blues the band displays whether joyous, ribald or sad. Their stunning musicianship conveys the emotion of the blues whilst avoiding technique for its own sake!
Giles is a regular on UK and Europe’s blues festival and club circuits, both solo and with the band featuring repeatedly on national radio in England and France. Blues in Britain has said he is, "a mainstay of British blues" or as Blues Matters puts it, "one of UK’s foremost roots and country blues performers".    The Aviators is a funky roots-blues outfit steeped in early Chicago blues. Earthy slide and steel guitars, blistering lead guitar, a passionate, Howlin' Wolf-style voice, adventurous bass and drums right up in the mix giving that unmistakeable Aviators sound, quite unlike other British blues bands.

31^st March - Damon Brown & Ed Jones Quintet

Ed Jones sax, Damon Brown trumpet, Ross Stanley piano, Adam King double bass and Chris Draper drums.   Damon Brown, is one of the UK’s leading jazz trumpet players and composers and has played at numerous clubs and festivals in the UK and around the world either with his own groups of different guises or as a sideman with international and UK luminaries.   He has had a string of successful recordings which were hugely popular with jazz audiences and critics alike.  In addition Damon has diversified writing and playing in other formats and teaches both in the UK and abroad.

A UK jazz saxophonist/composer, Ed Jones has worked extensively in the UK and internationally on a wide range of his own projects and collaborations with other outstanding musicians. He has recorded numerous CDs of either his own ensembles or in support of other artists demonstrating his talent for performing in a number of different genres both live and on CDs.

Together, in 2006 Damon and Ed formed the group Killer Shrimp mixing dance genres and electronica with acoustic jazz to much critical acclaim. They recorded the highly acclaimed CD Sincerely Whatever which was top of many critics best of list that year. It was nominated for Jazz CD of the year in the 2007 Parliamentary Jazz awards and the group were awarded Best Jazz Ensemble 2007 at the same awards.  However, their gig at Marigolds will demonstrate Damon’s and Ed’s ability to play great jazz with other great jazz musicians.

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

19th March from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Chez Chesterman’s New Stompers. Chez leads the New Stompers on trumpet and vocals. The New Stompers are Duncan Chalmers (banjo), Len Baldwin (trombone), Tony Weston (reeds), Roger Curphey (bass) and Bill Finch (drums). The long established New Stompers are sure to make it a wonderful evening of jazz.

26th March from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Jack Clifford Swingtette. A wonderful end to another month of jazz with an evening of traditional and jazz standards from the Swingtette. Jack’s clarinet and alto sax leads his ensemble with guests including, as usual, Tim Huskisson playing the piano. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking. Admission £9.

GC's JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm - 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating entering it's fifth year!

Sunday 2^nd April    'CULT TV JAZZ'

PAUL HIGGS  Trumpet  Paul returns to the club, this time performing familiar themes from TV & Film.  Titles will include:  Tomorrows World, Star Trek, Bewitched to name a few.  Gabriel Keen - Keyboard. - Alex Keen Bass. Graeme Culham - Drums.

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone

Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.
Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    'RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST''

ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond's first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB  Vocals/Keyboards

One of the innovators of the UK's Jazz Fusion scene with his own band 'Fusion' which later became the 'Reg Webb Band' featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn - Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

e17 JAZZ - The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE - Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH

Michael De Souza - Guitar, Compositions
Huw Williams - Electric/ Upright Bass
Jay Davis - Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

 20 Mar - Melvin Beddow Big Band

27 Mar - Mike Cotton with Jazz Club Quartet (Tim

  3 Apr - Hot Lips Oldtime Jazz

10 Apr - Golden Eagle Jazz Band

17 Apr - Easter Monday - NO JAZZ

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Last Wednesday of the month at the Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ 7.45pm - 10.15 pm All welcome.  Admission £12 (online bookings £11.50 + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk 07778 669065

29th March - Nigel Price - Guitar with Sandra Lambert (Piano), Mick Hutton (Double Bass), Jeff Lardner (Drums) and, making a cameo appearance Vocalist Steve Pert.
Nigel is one of the most highly regarded guitarists on the UK jazz scene today. He led his organ trio to pick up the 2010 Parliamentary Jazz Award for best jazz ensemble and was placed third in the 2014/15 British Jazz Awards for best guitarist.  He is a regular performer at London's Ronnie Scott’s Club, where he has played on numerous occasions.

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance
To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 24 March: JACQUI HICKS/JULIAN STRINGLE
Fri 14 April: 

GEORGINA JACKSON
Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Wednesday 29th March 2017 - Peter White 

International award winning smooth jazz guitarist Peter White is one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists in the contemporary jazz landscape. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of pop, jazz and classical guitar to create a sound that’s singular and yet accessible to a broad audience. On the night Peter will be debuting tunes from his new recording "Groovin" Tickets £17

Monday 24th April 2017 - The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

March 21st  Octave - Terry Trenwith's Team  A fun night of wide ranging jazz standards and a few jokes! Terry can always be relied on to host an entertaining night!

March 28th  Hertswing Big Band John Davies presents the expected Basie swing and drive with an ever stimulating programme.   Featuring our singing star Vicky

April 4th Semafour   Provide an intriguing blend of mellow Swing and Latin rhythms with Felicity on violin and Yvette Byrne as guest singer.

April 11th  Lush Life with John Bignall  A long awaited return of John to the club together with his always accomplished band.

April 18th  Kingsclub 7   Our regular house band led by John Davis, featuring the usual front line of leader on alto/soprano  sax with John Mole on tenor sax and John Bridge on trombone.

April 25th  Jolly Jazzers a popular local band of long standing who provide entertainment at many functions at everything from 100th birthdays to steam rallies, and much in between! The collection (if there is one!) will go to the St. Francis Hospice, a very worthwhile local organisation which the band supports.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm
• Ample parking; fully accessible - for information call 01787 211865
• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

24 March 2017  -  Tim Kliphuis      £18

Sunday 26th Mar – SNOWBOY

Sunday 9th Apr – NIC MEIER

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

March 23rd     8pm   £12    THE HUMPHREY LYTTELTON BAND

This is The Original 'Humph' Band ( + trumpet ) Loved by millions & still loved today.  You all know the band & the swinging music --- but just to remind you ... it is

JIMMY HASTINGS  &  ROBERT FOWLER  Saxes      TONY FISHER trumpet
RAY WORDSWORTH trombone           TED BEAMENT piano
JOHN REES JONES double bass           ADRIAN MACKINTOSH drums

March 30th   8pm   £12  DEREK NASH with  TENOR MADNESS    

It's that man again from The Jools Holland R & B Orchestra  -  3 Tenors & 3 Rhythm ---- Wow ! !  Derek Nash pays tribute to the late great Tenor sax man Spike Robinson.

THE THREE TENORS  DEREK NASH    ALAN BARNES    VASILIS XENOPOULOS
The Amazing Three Rhythm  JOHN PEARCE piano.  PAUL MORGAN double bass.  BOBBY WORTH drums

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

25 May  8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com. £8.

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 - 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band.    In the Wagon in Wix on  Wednesday March 15th from 8:30  to 11 pm  and on the 3rd Wednesday of every month during 2017  There will be happy jazz provided The Blackwater Band

This month sees the return of Kevin Harris on drums and special guest  Richard (Trummy) Mayhew on trombone.  The ‘usual suspects’ are also lined up. Mel Cox banjo/guitar,Brian Hart clarinet/sax and Gerry (bass) with myself  vocals.

Oh yes. and one extra special guest with his annual rendition of ‘Doctor Jazz’

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms . Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

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‘leven o’clock, Saturday night Make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music.  Celebrating Sassy, the Divine One, Sarah Vaughan. Boys in the bands with her include Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Clifford Brown and Barney Kessel. There’s the Basie Orchestra too, without Basie! Also on the bill: Susannah McCorkle, Blossom Dearie and Ben Webster.  All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, March 25 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. Rhythm & rhubarb – the best.

The next Jazz evening at Redbridge Sports Centre is on Tuesday 28th March 2017 featuring voted top female jazz vocalist Jacqui Hicks with Brian Dee Keyboard Len Skeat Bass John Withers Drums and of course resident vocalist Paul Wood Fran's Raffle 8.00pm until 10.30pm.

KiX Jazz Orchestra. 18 piece band. Including Swing and Latin standards for this gig. Kate Daniels on vocals. 8:00 pm on 2^nd April at Southend & Westcliff Synagogue Hall, Finchley Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SSO 8AD. Tickets – 01702 346543 concer...@swhc.org.uk £10/£8 concessions – free refreshments

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome.

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

The Cambridge Jazz Jam has lost its home of the last 12 months, the Burleigh Arms pub. A new venue will be found as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the jam sessions are suspended.

Thursday 30 March at St John's Arts Centre, St John's Walk Market St, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ - Sarah Spencer - Traditional New Orleans Jazz - Hot and Dirty   at 8PM - Admission: £10. Details Tel: 01406 365 731 - e-mail: TJp...@traditional-jazz.com

Sarah Spencer  "one of the exciting, new, young breed of traditional jazz players and the hottest tenor saxophonist on the Jazz scene today,"  makes her debut appearance here.  Sarah's creed has always been to "play it Hot and Dirty." She started playing clarinet at the age of 8 and tenor sax at 15, later taking up the baritone, alto and soprano saxes.  Arriving on the British traditional jazz scene at 18;  she quickly spread her wings  - the youngest visitor to play in Preservation Hall, New Orleans at 19; and formed the first of her own bands at 20.  A move to the USA brought her global fame, appearing at numerous top festivals with many legendary figures from the New Orleans jazz world.  She has regularly returned to the UK playing triumphant concerts, including the prestigious Purcell Room.  A poll winner in the cradle of jazz, New Orleans, Sarah has been recognised in several categories, including "Favourite New Artiste", "Favourite Tenor Saxophonist".  New Orleans record producer, George H Buck Jr. of Jazzology Records said, "Sarah plays tenor sax in the true New Orleans style of that instrument.... It is nice to hear a lady who has assimilated so much of the New Orleans feeling and tradition."  In addition to her instrumental skills, Sarah is a fine blues vocalist.

Completing the line-up will be top Essex piano man, Tim Huskisson, a popular visitor to the venue, Harlow bassist, Keith Donald and ex Harlow drummin' man, John Petters.

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home here at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists are welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or call for tickets– 0207 916 0545  Fortnightly upcoming events:  March: 7th / 21st

Hadleigh Jazz Club Saturday April 8th at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  The simply stunning Nigel Price, winner of this year's British Jazz Award for best guitarist will be joining us for an evening of groove and super-swinging entertainment. Jamie Cullum stalwart Geoff Gascoyne makes up the trio with Chris and I, it's going to be a goodie.

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

2nd April       -  Mike Brewerton,s NORTHSIDE JAZZ BAND

16th April      -  Bob Dwyer,s  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      -  Dave Rance,s  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

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The Cambridge Jazz Jam has lost its home of the last 12 months, the Burleigh Arms pub. A new venue will be found as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the jam sessions are suspended.

The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

29th   March -  The  Julian Marc Stringle Dream Band with Jacqui Hicks

Julian Marc Stringle – clarinet, saxes & flute    Jacqui Hicks – vocals    Dominic Ashworth - guitar    Neil Angilley – keyboard    Chris Dodd  - bass    Mike Bradley – drums
The Dream Band is Julian’s own exciting and melodic Latin-influenced jazz sextet featuring keyboard virtuoso Neil Angilley, Canadian guitar star Dominic Ashworth, stylish Shakatak vocalist Jacqui Hicks, bass ace Chris Dodd and the dynamic Mike Bradley on drums. The highly talented virtuoso pianist  Neil Angilley  has worked  with Dame Shirley Bassey,  The Gypsy Kings, singer Lisa Stansfield  and James Galway and many more top names. Bass ace Chris Dodd has worked extensively on the UK and European jazz circuits and  has recorded and performed all over the globe with many acclaimed musicians. Drummer Mike Bradley has worked with Rosemary Clooney, Sir John Dankworth and Cleo Laine plus Natalie Cole, to name but a few. & David Cassidy.

5^th April - The Dutch No 1 Jive & Swing Band: Jazz Connection

Jurgen Feskens - trumpet, flugelhorn & vocals    Peter van Steen - trombone    Rob Henneveld - tenor & alto saxes, clarinet    Bart Wouters - double bass & vocals    Bart Maassen - piano     Ad Hoendervangers – drums

Jazz Connection is a true follower of the Jump Jive/Blues and early Rhythm 'n Blues style that hit America’s black post war population. With songs from Louis Prima, Wynonie Harris, King Curtis, Louis Jordan and Teddy Brannon, they bring a revival of the best and brightest star performers from these exciting years. Founded 27 years ago in ‘jazzy’ hometown Breda, Jazz Connection is running like a train, swinging and rolling through Europe with their Jazz & Jive show. They have performed at major festivals and clubs in Holland, toured in Belgium, UK, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Scandinavia, France, Bulgaria and Poland as well as in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Together with lots of humour, Jazz Connection produces their remarkable sound, transparent, sophisticated, catchy and groovy. Whether it’s a festive jive, tantalizing boogie or heartbreaking blues, you’ll recognise without doubt the sound of this unique sextet.

12^th April  -  Georgina Jackson & Pete Long with Chris Ingham’s Trio 

Georgina Jackson - vocals & trumpet    Pete Long - clarinet    Chris Ingham - piano    George Double - drum    Joe Pettitt - double bass

At members’ request we welcome back the acclaimed singer and trumpeter, Georgina Jackson. Success with her first album led Georgina to become the singer with Ronnie Scott’s Big Band.  A vivacious, stylish vocalist, she has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with the BBC Big Band and Irving Berlin with the BBC Concert Orchestra.  Georgina’s partner Pete Long is one of the foremost bandleaders and reedsmen in the UK and is leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”   SUNDAY TIMES
“Talented singer/trumpeter with a sassy, vibrant style” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

19^th April – The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra

We welcome back The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra which is a seventeen piece ensemble founded in 2013 by Essex saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham and includes some of London’s  top jazz players.  The Orchestra will include a guest appearance by vocalist and crooner Mark Stratford alongside a traditional selection of standard big band repertoire, featuring classics from Glenn Miller to Basie to Ellington, plus a couple of Andrew’s own arrangements. Andrew says “Join us for a great evening of entertaining live music that we guarantee will warm the cockles of your heart!”

 26^th April – The Colin Bray Swing Quintet

Colin Bray - vibes    Julian Marc Stringle - clarinet/sax    Peter Rudeforth - trumpet/vocals    Tim Huskisson - piano    John Petters - drums/vocals

We welcome the charismatic and humorous vibraphonist Colin Bray who will present an evening reminiscing the 1930’s - 1950’s Swing era.  Expect to hear tunes made popular by those great musicians including Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw such as ‘Someday Sweetheart’, ‘After You've Gone’, ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘Avalon’, ‘Moonglow’, ‘China Boy’, ‘Runnin' Wild’, ‘Who’s Sorry Now’, ‘Stompin’ at The Savoy’, Blue Moon & Honeysuckle Rose etc. Accompanying Colin will be the award winning Julian Marc Stringle, Pete Rudeforth from the Chris Barber Band, Master Swing drummer John Petters and pianist Tim Huskisson who for several years was Brian Conley’s musical director.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

29 Mar:  Geoff Mason (trombone) + Hilary Cameron (piano)

 5 Apr:   Graham Pike (trumpet/harmonica/vocals) + Phil Mead (piano)

       with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

Tues 28th of March - MARLENE VERPLANCK with JOHN PEARCE, BOBBY WORTH & PAUL MORGAN.

On tour her UK tour New York singing legend appears for the first time at Annie's. During her career, Marlene has appeared extensively on T.V & Radio and worked with Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme & The Glenn Miller Orchestra to name just a few. Her recent CD with this trio has received 5 star reviews.

“SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 4^th April – 8.00pm

Sara Dowling and Chris Dean with John Pearce, Dave Green & Winston Clifford

Tuesday 11^th April -8.00pm
Nigel Price and Derek Nash plus Phil Scragg & Marc Cecil

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm
Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D'Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

2nd April:    Picante featuring Derek Nash (saxes) Dominic Ashworth (guitar) Neil Angilley (piano) Andy Staples (bass) Marc Cecil (drums) Robin Jones (percussion)

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

31^st March - Damon Brown & Ed Jones Quintet

Ed Jones sax, Damon Brown trumpet, Ross Stanley piano, Adam King double bass and Chris Draper drums.   Damon Brown, is one of the UK’s leading jazz trumpet players and composers and has played at numerous clubs and festivals in the UK and around the world either with his own groups of different guises or as a sideman with international and UK luminaries.   He has had a string of successful recordings which were hugely popular with jazz audiences and critics alike.  In addition Damon has diversified writing and playing in other formats and teaches both in the UK and abroad.

A UK jazz saxophonist/composer, Ed Jones has worked extensively in the UK and internationally on a wide range of his own projects and collaborations with other outstanding musicians. He has recorded numerous CDs of either his own ensembles or in support of other artists demonstrating his talent for performing in a number of different genres both live and on CDs.

Together, in 2006 Damon and Ed formed the group Killer Shrimp mixing dance genres and electronica with acoustic jazz to much critical acclaim. They recorded the highly acclaimed CD Sincerely Whatever which was top of many critics best of list that year. It was nominated for Jazz CD of the year in the 2007 Parliamentary Jazz awards and the group were awarded Best Jazz Ensemble 2007 at the same awards.  However, their gig at Marigolds will demonstrate Damon’s and Ed’s ability to play great jazz with other great jazz musicians.

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

26th March from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Jack Clifford Swingtette. A wonderful end to another month of jazz with an evening of traditional and jazz standards from the Swingtette. Jack’s clarinet and alto sax leads his ensemble with guests including, as usual, Tim Huskisson playing the piano. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking. Admission £9.

2nd April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Ken Turner Big Band. Hornchurch’s very own 17-piece big band featuring the vocals of Mark Stratford.  The band plays the fabulous music of Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, Glen Miller, Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Arrive early for a good seat, a packed club guaranteed. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking. Admission £9.

GC's JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm - 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating entering it's fifth year!

Sunday 2^nd April    'CULT TV JAZZ'

PAUL HIGGS  Trumpet  Paul returns to the club, this time performing familiar themes from TV & Film.  Titles will include:  Tomorrows World, Star Trek, Bewitched to name a few.  Gabriel Keen - Keyboard. - Alex Keen Bass. Graeme Culham - Drums.

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone

Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.
Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    'RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST''

ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond's first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB  Vocals/Keyboards

One of the innovators of the UK's Jazz Fusion scene with his own band 'Fusion' which later became the 'Reg Webb Band' featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn - Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

e17 JAZZ - The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE - Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH

Michael De Souza - Guitar, Compositions
Huw Williams - Electric/ Upright Bass
Jay Davis - Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

27 Mar - Mike Cotton with Jazz Club Quartet (Tim

March 28th  Hertswing Big Band John Davies presents the expected Basie swing and drive with an ever stimulating programme.   Featuring our singing star Vicky

April 15

May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  6^th April – 8.30pm

Deelee Dube with Alex Bryson, Joe Downard and Andra Trillo

Thursday  13^th April – 8.30pm
From the USA Scott Hamilton with John Pearce, Dave Green & Steve Brown
Tickets £16.00 members £13.00

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm
Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB Is held every first Sunday of the month at Hotel Hatfield, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, NR33 0QP

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 26th Mar – SNOWBOY

Sunday 9th Apr – NIC MEIER

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

March 30th   8pm   £12  DEREK NASH with  TENOR MADNESS    

It's that man again from The Jools Holland R & B Orchestra  -  3 Tenors & 3 Rhythm ---- Wow ! !  Derek Nash pays tribute to the late great Tenor sax man Spike Robinson.
THE THREE TENORS  DEREK NASH    ALAN BARNES    VASILIS XENOPOULOS
The Amazing Three Rhythm  JOHN PEARCE piano.  PAUL MORGAN double bass.  BOBBY WORTH drums

April 4th    8pm    £12  The wonderful music of Oscar Peterson Played by The British Jazz Award Winning Pianist   THE CRAIG MILVERTON QUARTET play Oscar Peterson  www.craigmilverton.co.uk ;

This gig is so good it has become an annual event  - - -& why not  -- Peterson, ( like Mulligan) there is never too much & that is why we keep asking Craig Milverton back to The FJC.
CRAIG MILVERTON piano - Brit Jazz Award Winner & recognised as one of the greats of the UK's modern day pianists , His interpretation of Petersons playing is a talent that only a few can achieve.
DOMINIC ASHWORTH guitar. from Canada, now settled in the UK & much in demand
in all forms of music... Dominic has been with us many times & is one of the best.
SANDY SUCHODOLSKI double bass. Very fine young bassist. Has his own busy trio on the London jazz scene - - -also a regular with this outfit.
ROD BROWN drums. Brilliant drummer - heaps of experience & fits in well with this outfit.

April 13th   THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ    8pm    £12   GEORGINA JACKSON  &  PETE LONG WITH THE CHRIS INGHAM TRIO                                      

www.georginajackson.net // www.plong.co.uk // www.chrisingham.co.uk
GEORGINA JACKSON-- One of our leading vocalists in the Peggy Lee style & an amazing trumpeter.  Georgina is the vocalist in the Ronnie Scott Orchestra -- she also travels world wide as a solo  performer -- More recently she can be seen on some of the worlds luxury cruise ships.  A well accomplished trumpeter - Georgina use to front her own big band.  With her own charm & funny tales --these two make for a great show.
PETE LONG saxes & clarinet & great raconteur  .Brit Jazz award winner for his Big Band The Echoes of Ellington-- recently here for a great night with his Pocket Basie & also has a Goodman band & leads The Ronnie Scott Orchestra
CHRIS INGHAM piano  One of the UKs leading pianists & very well known for his Hoagy Carmichael gigs
DAVE GREEN double bass.  Multi Brit Jazz Award Winner - World Class Bassist - The Best
GEORGE DOUBLE  drums .Last year he made his first gig at The FJC -& it was very impressive --- Very active - great style & organiser for The Chris Ingham Trio

April 20th      8pm      £12    The wonderful music of JJ & K ~~ Played by two of the UK's finest trombone players... GORDON CAMPBELL  &  ROBBIE HARVEY

GORDON CAMPBELL is one of this country's finest trombone players. He is much in demand & is a permanent member of the much acclaimed John Wilson Orchestra & The BBC big band.  GC is The Trombone Professor at The Royal Marines School of Music Portsmouth.
ROBBIE HARVEY has performed world wide in big bands & orchestras -- including The BBC big band & The Guy Barker Orchestra & many others of note.  All of this plus a well tuned & experienced rhythm section.

JOHN PEARCE piano   PAUL MORGAN double bass   BOBBY WORTH drums

April 27th    THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ     8pm      £12

From the London Stage --- All Star cast playing the music of Al Jolson
JAZZIN' JOLSON  Produced by Berny Stringle  They were here last year & were so good that we had to have them back    ENRICO  TOMASSO trumpet      CHRIS GOWER  trombone  JULIAN MARC STRINGLE sax & clarinet   NIC DAWSON piano  ANDREW CLEYNDERT double bass     ROD BROWN drums  This is Just too good to miss

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by Steve Waterman 

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

25 May  8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com. £8.

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Carol Braithwaite gig listing (more information website: carolbraithwaite.com)
Friday 14th April – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.

Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.
Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Saturday 15th April  - North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU

with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 - 3pm
Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Wednesday 19th April - Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue,

Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .

Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Guest: Goff Dubber - sax/clarinet.

dairy dates
12/5/17 - Billericay
17/5/17 - Essex County Bowls - Paul Higgs
20/5/17 - North Weald

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Fri. 31st March. Farmborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

WEDNESDAY 29^th March – COCO ‘N’ THE FELLAS + CAFÉ MANOUCHE ‘Gypsy jazz & swing double-bill’ - COCO ‘N’ THE FELLAS are a London based band, who perform across the country and internationally with their signature fusion of swing and contemporary jazz. All four members are committed composers and throughout the past year they have been working on pushing boundaries in the gypsy swing style. Recently they were accepted into the Yamaha competition as part of Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club and have been featured as part of the Jazz sessions at Blue Piano. The band has recorded two albums and performs regularly across the country. They have also performed together in Italy, Bulgaria, Norway and Scotland. Breathtaking arrangements, varied repertoire and highly regarded musicianship ensure that Coco will transport you to a sonic landscape of gypsy jazz, bebop, fusion and more. Coco and the fellas are: AMI OPRENOVA vocals, DANIELE CUIFREDA, electric guitar, JOE PERKINS acoustic guitar & HAVARD TANNER double bass http://coconthefellas.com  http://.soundcloud.com/coconthefellas https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZ_bFBd5AazgLHiKoD7V1Q  http://facebook.com/coconthefellas http://instagram.com/coconthefellas https://www.facebook.com/cafemanouche Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm £10/£8 advance http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394341

WEDNESDAY 5^th April - VandoJam hosted by MATT TELFER & featuring award winning saxophonist ALEXANDER BONE'S QUARTET. Alexander Bone, inaugural winner of the BBC Young Musician Jazz Award, is a 20 year old saxophonist and music producer. In 2016 he won the British Jazz Awards Rising Star category by public vote. He has worked with and performed alongside artists including Nile Rodgers, Liane Carroll & Kylie Minogue. He currently studies at the Royal Academy of Music in London, and his quartet is made up of young, incredibly talented musicians also studying at London's leading conservatories. ALEXANDER BONE alto sax, EWI, TOBY COMEAU keyboard, JOE LEE electric bass & OREN MCLOUGHLIN drums Opening set from featured band + JAM SESSION where all are welcome… singers welcome by invitation. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £5/£3/free to MU http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394592

 WEDNESDAY 12^th April – TBC

WEDNESDAY 19^th April – PIXEL – Leading Norwegian powerhouse indie-jazz ensemble featuring ELLEN ANDREA WANG double bass/vocals, JONAS KILMORK VEMØY trumpet, HARALD LASSEN tenor sax/vocals & JON AUDUN BAAR drums (with everyone contributing vocals).

After playing sold out concerts last year in the renown Ronnie Scott´s Jazz Club in London, Bimhuis in Amsterdam and Lantaren Venster in Rotterdam Norway´s award-winning band Pixel is currently touring abroad to promote their third album, Golden Years. Last summer they played at North Sea Jazz Festival and Edinburgh Jazz Festival.

«Pixel tore things up at last fall´s Stockholm Jazz Festival, playing to a full house at the jazz club Fasching»  - John Ephland, Downbeat magazine(2016).

«… sophisticated, trance-like and catchy!»   - John Fordham, The Guardian (2016)
«…. some of the most refreshing , searching and accessible music on the world jazz scene today» Paul Adams, HeraldScotland (2016)
«Stunning…my goodness they are a fun band!»  - Rob Mallows, kindofjazz.com (2016)
http://www.pixelband.no/ https://www.facebook.com/pixelnorway/ Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £12/£10 advance http://www.wegottickets.com/event/383804

WEDNESDAY 26^th April LONDON CITY BIG BAND - Incredibly tight youthful ensemble playing faithful renditions taken from the books of Sinatra, Ella, Basie, Rich & James & led by top young trumpeter BARNEY LOWE. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £10/£8 advance

Clare: Jazznights in the Cavendish Suite at The Bell, Market Hill, CO10 8NN on Sunday 12th March features the great conguero SNOWBOY with KEVIN FLANAGAN (sax) and PETER LEMER (keys) plus the usual gang. 7.30-10pm. £10. Reserve seating by reply or call 01787 237653.

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH have got the ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ TRIO on Thursday 30th March. Tickets £12 - £26. Box Office 0845 548 7650. They also present “Jazz In The Foyer” on Friday 28th April with JULIET KELLY & JENNIFER CARR at 8pm.

Saffron Walden: Spike’s Place at The Saffron Hotel, High Street, Essex, CB10 1AZ present the SARA DOWLING QUARTET on Thursday 20th April. 8.30pm start. £12.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got the TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO on Friday 24th March. Box Office 01787 211865. See details http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

Bishops Stortford: On Wednesday 26th April there’s Latin Jazz with QUE PASA at the Rhodes Hall. Starts at 7.30pm. http://www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk/events/live-midweek-music/.

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features JACQUI HICKS with JULIAN MARC STRINGLE on Friday 24th March. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org.

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JOAN VISSKANT with the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO on Sunday 16th April. 11.30 start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

Bury St Edmunds: The Apex also presents GEORGIE FAME on Monday 3rd April and STACEY KENT on Saturday 29th April. Box Office on 01284 758000.

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents the ALISON RAYNER QUINTET on Sunday 2nd April. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got ART THEMEN’S NEW DIRECTIONS QUINTET on Thursday 11th May. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Hadleigh: The jazz club at the Town Hall, IP7 5DN present guitarist NIGEL PRICE on Saturday 8th April. Tel: 07941 360890 for details & tickets at £14.

Ipswich: The jazz club features THE CADILLAC KINGS on Sunday 23rd April at the California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. See http://www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.htm for details.

Southwold: On Saturday 25th March the Arts Centre at St Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, IP18 6JP presents PAUL HIGGS (trp) with his PAVANE presentation. Tickets £14.50 from 01502 722572 or boxo...@southwoldarts.org.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features an OPEN MIC/JAM SESSION on Monday 10th April then JOHN ETHERIDGE’S BLUE SPIRITS on Tuesday 18th April. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Norwich: The Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, the BRAD MEHLDAU TRIO and a host of others from Friday 12th to Sunday 28th May. For booking and details check http://www.nnfestival.org.uk or call 01603 766400.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG presents the MACIEK PYSZ QUARTET  on Sunday 2nd April. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Walthamstow: E17 Jazz are at Maud, 186, Hoe Street, E17 4QH on Thursday 13th April with MICHAEL DE SOUZA’S SNOOZE TRIO. 8.30-11pm. £8/5. Kids free.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents jazz on Wednesday 22nd March with the NICK MILLS BLUE NOTE PROJECT. £5/£6.

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‘leven o’clock, Saturday night Make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music.   All at 11.00 pm on Saturday on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer.

SUNDAY April 2nd     2  – 4:30pm  The ‘Usual Suspects’ play Jazz, Blues and Swing In Ye Olde Albion – High Street Rowhedge with Brian Hart (clarinet/sax) Olly Benson (guitar Gerry Hoskin (bass) me (vocals/trombone)

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 – 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you’re an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you’ll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

KiX Jazz Orchestra. 18 piece band. Including Swing and Latin standards for this gig. Kate Daniels on vocals. 8:00 pm on 2^nd April at Southend & Westcliff Synagogue Hall, Finchley Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SSO 8AD. Tickets – 01702 346543 concer...@swhc.org.uk £10/£8 concessions – free refreshments

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome.

Tendring Jazz Collective – Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home here at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists are welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or call for tickets– 0207 916 0545  Fortnightly upcoming events:  March: 7th / 21st

Hadleigh Jazz Club Saturday April 8th at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  The simply stunning Nigel Price, winner of this year’s British Jazz Award for best guitarist will be joining us for an evening of groove and super-swinging entertainment. Jamie Cullum stalwart Geoff Gascoyne makes up the trio with Chris and I, it’s going to be a goodie.

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, Tel: 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, running from 7.30 – 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you’re an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you’ll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester’s Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It’s all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

Singers’ Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 – 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse’ Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge – it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

5^th April – The Dutch No 1 Jive & Swing Band: Jazz Connection

Jurgen Feskens – trumpet, flugelhorn & vocals    Peter van Steen – trombone    Rob Henneveld – tenor & alto saxes, clarinet    Bart Wouters – double bass & vocals    Bart Maassen – piano     Ad Hoendervangers – drums

Jazz Connection is a true follower of the Jump Jive/Blues and early Rhythm ‘n Blues style that hit America’s black post war population. With songs from Louis Prima, Wynonie Harris, King Curtis, Louis Jordan and Teddy Brannon, they bring a revival of the best and brightest star performers from these exciting years. Founded 27 years ago in ‘jazzy’ hometown Breda, Jazz Connection is running like a train, swinging and rolling through Europe with their Jazz & Jive show. They have performed at major festivals and clubs in Holland, toured in Belgium, UK, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Scandinavia, France, Bulgaria and Poland as well as in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Together with lots of humour, Jazz Connection produces their remarkable sound, transparent, sophisticated, catchy and groovy. Whether it’s a festive jive, tantalizing boogie or heartbreaking blues, you’ll recognise without doubt the sound of this unique sextet.

12^th April  –  Georgina Jackson & Pete Long with Chris Ingham’s Trio 

Georgina Jackson – vocals & trumpet    Pete Long – clarinet    Chris Ingham – piano    George Double – drum    Joe Pettitt – double bass

At members’ request we welcome back the acclaimed singer and trumpeter, Georgina Jackson. Success with her first album led Georgina to become the singer with Ronnie Scott’s Big Band.  A vivacious, stylish vocalist, she has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with the BBC Big Band and Irving Berlin with the BBC Concert Orchestra.  Georgina’s partner Pete Long is one of the foremost bandleaders and reedsmen in the UK and is leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”   SUNDAY TIMES
“Talented singer/trumpeter with a sassy, vibrant style” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

19^th April – The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra

We welcome back The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra which is a seventeen piece ensemble founded in 2013 by Essex saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham and includes some of London’s  top jazz players.  The Orchestra will include a guest appearance by vocalist and crooner Mark Stratford alongside a traditional selection of standard big band repertoire, featuring classics from Glenn Miller to Basie to Ellington, plus a couple of Andrew’s own arrangements. Andrew says “Join us for a great evening of entertaining live music that we guarantee will warm the cockles of your heart!”

 26^th April – The Colin Bray Swing Quintet

Colin Bray – vibes    Julian Marc Stringle – clarinet/sax    Peter Rudeforth – trumpet/vocals    Tim Huskisson – piano    John Petters – drums/vocals

We welcome the charismatic and humorous vibraphonist Colin Bray who will present an evening reminiscing the 1930’s – 1950’s Swing era.  Expect to hear tunes made popular by those great musicians including Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw such as ‘Someday Sweetheart’, ‘After You’ve Gone’, ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘Avalon’, ‘Moonglow’, ‘China Boy’, ‘Runnin’ Wild’, ‘Who’s Sorry Now’, ‘Stompin’ at The Savoy’, Blue Moon & Honeysuckle Rose etc. Accompanying Colin will be the award winning Julian Marc Stringle, Pete Rudeforth from the Chris Barber Band, Master Swing drummer John Petters and pianist Tim Huskisson who for several years was Brian Conley’s musical director.

3^rd May – Gordon Campbell’s All Stars Octet 

Gordon Campbell – trombone    Olly Wilby – saxes    Martin  Shaw – trumpet/flugel horn
Claire McInerney – baritone sax    Robin Aspland – piano    Anthony Kerr – vibes
Dave Chamberlain – double bass    Ed Richardson – drums

We welcome The John Wilson Orchestra & BBC Big Band’s lead trombonist Gordon Campbell and his All Star Octet featuring the music of the USA’s Dave Pell Octet, with popular standards arranged by the renowned Americans’ Shorty Rogers, Marty Paich & Bill Homan. Expect to hear tunes such as ‘Cheek to Cheek’, ‘Fly Me to The Moon’, ‘Lulu’s Back in Town’, ‘I’ve Found a New Baby’ & ‘Jazz Me Blues’ etc.  Robin Aspland, Martin Shaw & Anthony Kerr are also fellow BBC Big Band  musicians whilst Dave Chamberlain is in The Back to Basie Orchestra.  Olly Wilby plays in The Pasadena Roof Orchestra. Both Olly and Ed Richardson are members of Ray Gelato & The Giants and The Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra. Claire McInerney has performed with Al Martino and Jamie Cullum

10^th May  –  Elaine Delamar- Vocals

John Pearce – piano    Simon Thorpe – double bass    Bobby Worth – drums

“Fashions may change but quality is timeless, which explains how the stylish  Elaine  Delmar has survived the passage of so many vocal trends over the years. A  favourite  with both jazz and cabaret audiences, she continues to set the standard for sophisticated  rich-toned   interpretations of the Great American Songbook.” – London Evening Standard

At members’ request, we  welcome back Elaine who wherever she performs, thrills her audiences with her sublime delivery of gems from The great American Songbook.  Quite simply Elaine is one of the greatest female jazz vocalists to have come from these shores.  Come and enjoy Elaine treat some of the greatest songs ever written with the true respect they deserve.  An incredibly sumptuous evening of world-class music is guaranteed!

17^th May  –  ‘Jivin Miss Daisy’

Simon Thorpe – double bass/band leader    Liz Fletcher – vocals    Alex Garnett – saxes
Colin Oxley – guitar    John Pearce – piano    Matt Skelton – drums
Malcolm Earle Smith – trombone and vocals    Simon Finch – trumpet
Luke Annesley – clarinet/saxes

Jivin’ Miss Daisy is one of the UK’s finest 9 piece swing bands, regularly selling-out Ronnie Scott’s and other venues playing all kinds of swing & jazz music, ranging from Duke Ellington and Jimmie Lunceford in the 1920s, through Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman in the 30s and 40s, to Ella and Basie in the 1950s and early 60s. Featuring Liz and Malcolm in vocal numbers, popular instrumentals and solo spots, the band puts on a wonderful evening’s entertainment, with plenty of favourites and lesser-known gems from the great songwriters including Gershwin, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and many others, with original arrangements by bandleader Simon Thorpe.

The band features some of the UK’s finest jazz musicians, with credits including Tom Jones, Katie Melua, Van Morrison, Wynton Marsalis, Bryan Ferry, Jools Holland, Stacey Kent and BBC Proms favourites the John Wilson Orchestra.

24^th May  – Atila sings ‘Nat King Cole’

Gabriel Latchin – piano    Colin Oxley  – guitar    Tom Farmer – double  bass
Steve Brown – drums

We welcome back Atila with his own fabulous quartet who will feature the songs and ballads of Nat King Cole including ‘L-O-V-E’, ‘When I Fall in Love’, ‘Mona Lisa’, ‘Nature Boy’, ‘Smile’ and ‘The Very Thought of You’.  Accompanied by these top musicians, this is one evening not to miss!

The Quartet :-
Gabriel Latchin – piano Gabriel is fast becoming recognised as one of the country’s leading pianists. His hard-swinging, adventurous approach often draws comparisons to his many influences, including Herbie Hancock,  Bill Evans and Phineas Newborn.  Above all, Gabriel plays music that  feels  good, for people, not just musicians.  As the master Art Blakey put it : – “We are here to have a ball !”
Tom Farmer – double bass Tom is a member of Empirical,  a British jazz group, formed in 2007, involving four young British jazz musicians who present  projects, performances and recordings who was featured on Jamie Cullum’s radio show.  Tom last appeared at the Club in January 2016 with his ‘Big Screen Take One’.
Steve Brown – drums Winner of the prestigious 2014 British Jazz Awards for best drummer.  Steve is hugely popular with jazz audiences everywhere and he has become ‘first call’ for an impressive array of jazz stars with his assured swinging drumming.
Colin Oxley is one of the UK’s most respected jazz guitarists. He has toured internationally and recorded extensively as a member of Stacey Kent’s group, and has performed with many top players in the UK and US including Stacey Kent, Scott Hamilton, Michael Garrick and the John Wilson Orchestra.

31^st May –  Java Jam

Sarah–Jane Hassell – vocals    Bonnie Hassell – vocals    Roger Lewin – piano/keyboard
John Wills – drums/vocals    Tim Robertson – bass/vocals
Phil Brown – tenor saxophone/flute

Being their sxith appearance at the Club, we welcome Java Jam who are a fresh blend of diverse musical backgrounds coming together to create a fusion of jazz, easy listening and modern pop classics, sophisticated vocal harmonies which are delivered with warmth, charm and elegance. Java jam with West End songstress Sarah-Jane Hassell, joined by the vocal talent of Bonnie Hassell and the accomplished Roger Levin Quartet, will take you on a musical journey including Burt Bacharach, Cole Porter, Manhattan Transfer & George Gershwin with a few surprises along the way, all played with style, fluidity and depth.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

 5 Apr:   Graham Pike (trumpet/harmonica/vocals) + Phil Mead (piano)

       with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission – Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

April 4th  –  The Carlton JazzBand
April 18th  –  Graham Hughes Sunshine Kings

May 2nd  –  Jack Free’s Chicagoans
May 16th  –  Kid Tidiman’s All Stars

June 6  –  The Tony Pitt All Stars
June 20th  –  T B A

July 4th –  Julian Stringle & The Chosen Men featuring Enrico Tomasso/Roy Williams
July 18th –  The Westside Syncopators

Aug 1st  –  The Dart Valley Stompers
Aug 15th  –  T B A

Sept 5th  –  T B A
Sept 19th  –  Kid Tidimans Allstars

Oct 3rd  –  T B A
Oct 17th  –  TJ Johnsons Jazz & Blues Band

Nov 7th  –  The Chosen Men
Nov 21  –  The Melvin Beddows Big Band (22piece)

Dec 5th  –  T B A
Dec 19th  –  T B A

JAZZ AT O B’s  Jazz at the Bardswell has moved and is JAZZ at O B’s.   All Jazz Fans are welcome at our new venue, Old Brentwoods’ Club, Ashwells Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9SE.  Thanks to the management of Old Brentwoods’ Club, Dave Grant continues to support Live Music on the last Tuesday each month bringing a kaleidoscope of jazz styles by talented professional guest musicians plus the resident trio of Hilary Cameron, keys, Ted Simkins, bass and Dave Grant, drums, in pleasant surroundings, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a licensed bar.  Doors open 7pm with music from 8 till 10.45pm and with entrance on the door of £10.00.  For info. contact Dave Grant 01708 763723 or Richard 07935 441616 or e-mail gr...@aol.com

Tuesday, 25th April, 2017

‘Ivory & Ebony’ DIVA LEGENDS  featuring the keyboards of Sandra Lambert, Jenny Carr and Hilary Cameron bringing back the memorable hits of legendary female jazz pianists of years past, such as, Mary Lou Williams, Marion McPartland, Shirley Horn, Nina Simone, the wistful Blossom Dearie and other well known pianists.

Sandra Lambert has enjoyed a massive cosmopolitain musical career providing her with the ability to move freely between genres so distinguishing her from other pianists. She has recorded with a variety of artistes among them are Bette Midler, Cilla Black, Humphrey Littleton and was Helen Shapiro’s MD in the 90’s. She currently leads a quintet aptly named ‘Simply Swing’.
Jenny Carr, a classically trained pianist arrived from Australia in the ’90’s as the keyboard / backing vocalist for Jason Donovan’s world tour playing the Wembley arena. Since then she has worked with Beverley Craven, Billy Ocean and Imelda May. Currently freelancing with numerous jazz groups she accompany’s vocalists Sarah Moule, Nina Ferro and Barb Jungr.
Hilary Cameron, began her career in classical music, then spent two years studying jazz at Manhattan School of Music playing clubs and venues across New York. Back in London she worked with Womack & Womack and then formed her own jazz / latin trio. playing and working with a host of jazz musicians such as Derek Nash, Al Nicholls, Ken Peplowski and Trudy Kerr.

Tuesday, 30th May, 2017 GUITAR MASTERS RECALLED  featuring the guitar duo of Andy Watson and Simon Hurley who will be recalling the music and styles of many legendary jazz guitarists over the past century.

Andy Watson, has tutored, arranged and played with just about everyone having toured and playing extensively in television, theatre and radio across the UK and in jazz concerts abroad. Having tutored many guitar stars of the future he is highly sought after by budding young guitarists aiming to reach the highest pinnacles in jazz. Tonight Andy will be playing with one of his earlier highly successful pupils.
Simon Hurley, having studied with Andy is now making his own niche in jazz as well as being competent in many styles, from rock, blues to country and funk and whatever theatre work requires. He also regularly performs with with large and small jazz ensembles around the UK.  His jazz playing is much inspired by that of Joe Pass and the maestro, Martin Taylor, has described his playing as ‘Just Beautiful’.

Tuesday, 27th June, 2017  THAT FREE FLOW SWING THING   featuring Al Nicholls, tenor sax. and Jeff Williams, trombone who bring that wonderful swing era of the 40’s and 50’s produced by Ellington, Basie and Dorsey bands.

Al Nicholls is just one of countless jazz musicians who graduated from Leeds College of Music and for twenty or more years made endless appearances across the world. Al’s style is similar to that free flow sound of Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Ventura having developed that laid back effortless style. He currently leads the swing band ‘Blue Harlem’ and is a regular sideman of T.J.Johnson’s band
Jeff Williams has a playing style, full of spirit, exuberance and inventiveness from the collaboration with Al Nicholls over a score or more years. He recalls how they first met, in a pub! now that’s no surprise for a musician. Jeff currently leads the ‘Mississipi Swamp Dogs’ a blues sextet of New Orleans origins performing in such notable London venues as Ronnie Scotts, Bulls Head and Boisdales.

ANNIE’S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie’s Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

TUESDAY THE 4TH OF APRIL  THE ALEC PITMAN QUINTET.  With Elliot Weight/piano, Andy Staples/bass, Daniel Parker/guitar & Matt Newman on drums.  Alec made a  sensational guest appearance with Liane Carroll in December. From that performance alone he gained a large fan club. We are delighted at long last to welcome Alec for a whole evening of performance.

TUESDAY THE 11TH OF APRIL.  LIANE CARROLL.  Sensational multi-award winning singer & piano player.

TUESDAY THE 18TH OF APRIL.  NEIL ANGILLEY & TRIO PERFORMING LATIN CLASSICS THROUGH THE AGES.   A specially commissioned performance of the Latin tunes we all know and love with one of the most amazing Latin piano specialists. With license to thrill on tunes such as Brazil, Sway & Cherry Pink.

TUESDAY THE 25TH OF APRIL.  THE JAZZ OF DUDLEY MOORE.   The Chris Ingham Quartet perform the music of this popular comedian & accomplished musician. An informative , highly professional quartet who play flawlessly on every project they undertake. The Jazz of Dudley Moore is their latest offering.

TUESDAY THE 2ND OF MAY.  THE BOATERS PROJECT.  JACQUI HICKS, SIMON CARTER, PHIL MULFORD & FROSTY BEEDLE.   Showcasing the sensational voice of Shakatak’s Jacqui Hicks.  An amazing quartet performing new twists on soul classics  & reworked jazz standards.

TUESDAY THE 9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY THE 16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY THE 23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY THE 30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K’s best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 

“SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 4^th April – 8.00pm
Sara Dowling and Chris Dean with John Pearce, Dave Green & Winston Clifford

Tuesday 11^th April -8.00pm
Nigel Price and Alan Barnes plus Phil Scragg & Marc Cecil

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm
Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D’Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There’s a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

2nd April:    Picante featuring Derek Nash (saxes) Dominic Ashworth (guitar) Neil Angilley (piano) Andy Staples (bass) Marc Cecil (drums) Robin Jones (percussion)

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

31^st March – Damon Brown & Ed Jones Quintet

Ed Jones sax, Damon Brown trumpet, Ross Stanley piano, Adam King double bass and Chris Draper drums.   Damon Brown, is one of the UK’s leading jazz trumpet players and composers and has played at numerous clubs and festivals in the UK and around the world either with his own groups of different guises or as a sideman with international and UK luminaries.   He has had a string of successful recordings which were hugely popular with jazz audiences and critics alike.  In addition Damon has diversified writing and playing in other formats and teaches both in the UK and abroad.

A UK jazz saxophonist/composer, Ed Jones has worked extensively in the UK and internationally on a wide range of his own projects and collaborations with other outstanding musicians. He has recorded numerous CDs of either his own ensembles or in support of other artists demonstrating his talent for performing in a number of different genres both live and on CDs.

Together, in 2006 Damon and Ed formed the group Killer Shrimp mixing dance genres and electronica with acoustic jazz to much critical acclaim. They recorded the highly acclaimed CD Sincerely Whatever which was top of many critics best of list that year. It was nominated for Jazz CD of the year in the 2007 Parliamentary Jazz awards and the group were awarded Best Jazz Ensemble 2007 at the same awards.  However, their gig at Marigolds will demonstrate Damon’s and Ed’s ability to play great jazz with other great jazz musicians.

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

2nd April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Ken Turner Big Band. Hornchurch’s very own 17-piece big band featuring the vocals of Mark Stratford.  The band plays the fabulous music of Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, Glen Miller, Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Arrive early for a good seat, a packed club guaranteed. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking. Admission £9.

9th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Graham Read’s All Stars. Graham has played tuba and bass sax in Vintage Jazz and Swing since the 1970’s, with the Temperance Seven and the Pasadena Roof Orchestra. Tonight, for the first time at the club, he brings his own All Star band.

GC’s JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm – 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating entering it’s fifth year!

Sunday 2^nd April    ‘CULT TV JAZZ’

PAUL HIGGS  Trumpet  Paul returns to the club, this time performing familiar themes from TV & Film.  Titles will include:  Tomorrows World, Star Trek, Bewitched to name a few.  Gabriel Keen - Keyboard. - Alex Keen Bass. Graeme Culham – Drums.

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone

Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.

Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    ‘RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST”

ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond’s first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB  Vocals/Keyboards

One of the innovators of the UK’s Jazz Fusion scene with his own band ‘Fusion’ which later became the ‘Reg Webb Band’ featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn – Bass  Graeme Culham – Drums.

e17 JAZZ – The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE – Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH

Michael De Souza – Guitar, Compositions
Huw Williams – Electric/ Upright Bass
Jay Davis – Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets – http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

Thursday May 11th @ MAUD   Preston Glasgow Lowe
8.30-11pm, Price £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)

David Preston, Kevin Glasgow & Laurie Lowe are three of London’s most creative young instrumentalists. Their music is a mash-up of relentless rhythmic energy, harmonic dystopia, and virtuosic improvisations.   Expanding the format of the guitar trio with intricate and unique compositions, they draw influence from an expansive array of styles, whilst maintaining a focused original sound.   Set to release their debut album on the internationally acclaimed Whirlwind Recordings, they will embark on an extensive UK tour early 2016.   Tickets – http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394983

“Dazzling ideas and sophisticated technique“ – Jazzwise
“Young jazz heavy weights…” – Timeout
“The trio thinking and acting as one produces a sound to behold” – The Herald

Thursday June 8th @ MAUD  Special Guest – Georgia Mancio With the Nick Tomalin Trio 8.30-11pm, £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)   www.georgiamancio.com

Georgia Mancio – Vocals           Nick Tomalin – Piano
Dominic Howles – Bass              Matt Fishwick – Drums

“[Mancio] has everything covered – technical mastery, expressive range and a remarkable versatility”   The Observer ****

Award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist, Georgia Mancio, has proved herself one of the Europe’s most original, adventurous and multi-faceted new artists.    In April Georgia and double Grammy-winning jazz pianist/composer, Alan Broadbent, sold out their debut headline show at Ronnie Scott’s with the launch of their co-written albumSongbook.  Georgia’s other performances include: Bobby McFerrin, Sheila Jordan, Ian Shaw, Liane Carroll, Jason Rebello, Gwilym Simcock, Kate Williams, Darius Brubeck and Bobby Wellins among many others. As a lyricist her work has been approved by Pat Metheny.  She has completed several tours and produced, presented and performed in 5 annual editions ofReVoice! – her own universally acclaimed international voice festival.    In 2005 Georgia beat contestants from around the globe to take first prize at the Brussels International Jazz Singers’ Competition and was nominated Best Vocalist in 2014 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and twice nominated in London Jazz’s Musician of the Year 2016.

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

  3 Apr – Hot Lips Oldtime Jazz

10 Apr – Golden Eagle Jazz Band

17 Apr – Easter Monday – NO JAZZ

24 Apr – Pedigree Jazz Band

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 – includes club house fees.

2nd April       –  Mike Brewerton’s NORTHSIDE JAZZ BAND
16th April      –  Bob Dwyer’s  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      –  Dave Rance’s  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 – 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM – Last Wednesday of the month at the Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ 7.45pm – 10.15 pm All welcome.  Admission £12 (online bookings £11.50 + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk 07778 669065

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard – Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. – and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR –  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm – 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance

To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 14 April: GEORGINA JACKSON
Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash’s PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Monday 24th April 2017 – The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 – Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there’ll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  “Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band” play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

April 4th Semafour   Provide an intriguing blend of mellow Swing and Latin rhythms with Felicity on violin and Yvette Byrne as guest singer.

April 11th  Lush Life with John Bignall  A long awaited return of John to the club together with his always accomplished band.

April 18th  Kingsclub 7   Our regular house band led by John Davis, featuring the usual front line of leader on alto/soprano  sax with John Mole on tenor sax and John Bridge on trombone.

April 25th  Jolly Jazzers a popular local band of long standing who provide entertainment at many functions at everything from 100th birthdays to steam rallies, and much in between! The collection (if there is one!) will go to the St. Francis Hospice, a very worthwhile local organisation which the band supports.

FLEECEJAZZ – World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm

• Ample parking; fully accessible – for information call 01787 211865

• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!

• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards – cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  –  John East Project       £18

John East – Hammond organ and vocals   Mark Fletcher – drums   Neville Malcom – bass   Carl Orr – guitar   Dave Lewis – tenor sax   Dave Priseman – trumpet   Daniel Hewson – trombone and piano

 John East on vocals and Hammond makes a welcome return to the Fleece and brings with him a stellar line-up.  The John East Project was formed five years ago and is a regular and popular feature at the 606 Club in Chelsea and elsewhere. John has played the Hammond for many years working with musicians such as John Etheridge, Phil Robson and Katie Kissoon.
Mark Fletcher is one of the UK’s most versatile and in demand drummers.  Equally at home in straight ahead jazz, free improvised music, rock and world music, Mark was the house drummer at Ronnie Scott’s for 12 years and has played there and in leading venues around the world since the late 80s.
Neville Malcolm is one of the most in-demand bass players in the country, an understated star on both acoustic and electric bass, combining an earthy, soulful feel with effortless technical ability.
After moving to London from Australia in 1995, Carl Orr worked with the great American jazz-fusion drummer Billy Cobham from 1996-2000 and in that context, he performed with Randy Brecker, Ernie Watts, Gary Husband and George Duke. Since then he’s been working on his own music, releasing 7 CDs, as well as working with many other artists including Mark Fletcher.
Dave Lewis is an American saxophonist, resident in the UK. A consummate, passionate performer who is well respected in the fields of Jazz, Dance, Soul and Rock, Dave’s playing is soulful and funky with a natural affinity to the Jazz and R&B greats, such as Dexter Gordon, King Curtis and Joe Henderson. He is known for his distinctive tenor sound and individual approach.
Daniel Hewson is an award-winning pianist, trombonist, arranger and composer. He was a member of the National Youth Orchestra and studied music at Oxford University and has worked internationally with many diverse artists.
Dave Priseman is considered to be both and ‘excellent’ and ‘delicate’ trumpet player by Dave Gelly, and has played notably with Imelda May and Karen Sharp.

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet’s surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking – but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

April 15
May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section – guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  6^th April – 8.30pm
Deelee Dube with Alex Bryson, Joe Downard and Andra Trillo

Thursday  13^th April – 8.30pm
From the USA Scott Hamilton with John Pearce, Dave Green & Steve Brown
Tickets £16.00 members £13.00

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm
Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB Is held every first Sunday of the month at Hotel Hatfield, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, NR33 0QP

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 9th Apr – NIC MEIER

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

April 4th    8pm    £12  The wonderful music of Oscar Peterson Played by The British Jazz Award Winning Pianist   THE CRAIG MILVERTON QUARTET play Oscar Peterson  www.craigmilverton.co.uk ;

This gig is so good it has become an annual event  – – -& why not  — Peterson, ( like Mulligan) there is never too much & that is why we keep asking Craig Milverton back to The FJC.
CRAIG MILVERTON piano – Brit Jazz Award Winner & recognised as one of the greats of the UK’s modern day pianists , His interpretation of Petersons playing is a talent that only a few can achieve.

DOMINIC ASHWORTH guitar. from Canada, now settled in the UK & much in demand

in all forms of music… Dominic has been with us many times & is one of the best.
SANDY SUCHODOLSKI double bass. Very fine young bassist. Has his own busy trio on the London jazz scene – – -also a regular with this outfit.
ROD BROWN drums. Brilliant drummer – heaps of experience & fits in well with this outfit.

April 13th   THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ    8pm    £12   GEORGINA JACKSON  &  PETE LONG WITH THE CHRIS INGHAM TRIO                                      

www.georginajackson.net // www.plong.co.uk // www.chrisingham.co.uk

GEORGINA JACKSON-- One of our leading vocalists in the Peggy Lee style & an amazing trumpeter.  Georgina is the vocalist in the Ronnie Scott Orchestra — she also travels world wide as a solo  performer — More recently she can be seen on some of the worlds luxury cruise ships.  A well accomplished trumpeter – Georgina use to front her own big band.  With her own charm & funny tales –these two make for a great show.
PETE LONG saxes & clarinet & great raconteur  .Brit Jazz award winner for his Big Band The Echoes of Ellington– recently here for a great night with his Pocket Basie & also has a Goodman band & leads The Ronnie Scott Orchestra

CHRIS INGHAM piano  One of the UKs leading pianists & very well known for his Hoagy Carmichael gigs

DAVE GREEN double bass.  Multi Brit Jazz Award Winner – World Class Bassist – The Best
GEORGE DOUBLE  drums .Last year he made his first gig at The FJC -& it was very impressive — Very active – great style & organiser for The Chris Ingham Trio

April 20th      8pm      £12    The wonderful music of JJ & K ~~ Played by two of the UK’s finest trombone players… GORDON CAMPBELL  &  ROBBIE HARVEY

GORDON CAMPBELL is one of this country’s finest trombone players. He is much in demand & is a permanent member of the much acclaimed John Wilson Orchestra & The BBC big band.  GC is The Trombone Professor at The Royal Marines School of Music Portsmouth.

ROBBIE HARVEY has performed world wide in big bands & orchestras — including The BBC big band & The Guy Barker Orchestra & many others of note.  All of this plus a well tuned & experienced rhythm section.

JOHN PEARCE piano   PAUL MORGAN double bass   BOBBY WORTH drums

April 27th    THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ     8pm      £12

From the London Stage — All Star cast playing the music of Al Jolson

JAZZIN’ JOLSON  Produced by Berny Stringle  They were here last year & were so good that we had to have them back    ENRICO  TOMASSO trumpet      CHRIS GOWER  trombone  JULIAN MARC STRINGLE sax & clarinet   NIC DAWSON piano  ANDREW CLEYNDERT double bass     ROD BROWN drums  This is Just too good to miss

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by Steve Waterman 

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar – Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

“LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND” play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

25 May  8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com. £8.

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Carol Braithwaite gig listing (more information website: carolbraithwaite.com)
Friday 14th April – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.
Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.
Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Saturday 15th April  – North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU
with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 – 3pm

Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Wednesday 19th April – Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue,

Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .

Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Guest: Goff Dubber – sax/clarinet.

dairy dates
12/5/17 – Billericay
17/5/17 – Essex County Bowls – Paul Higgs
20/5/17 – North Weald

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Fri. 31st March. Farmborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. April 16th. Springhouse Jazz Club, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Wed 19th April. Amersham Jazz Club. Beaconsfield Sycob F.C., Hall Barn,  Holloway Park,  Windsor Road,  Beaconsfield,  Bucks  HP9 2SE. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Sun 30th April. Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Mon 1st May   Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Mon. 8th May,  Griffin Park Jazz Club, Brentwood F.C., the Hive, Braemar Road, Brentford, TW8 0NT. 8.00 – 11.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Thurs 11th May. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Wed 17th May. Sutton Coldfield Traditional Jazz Club, Warmley Social Club, 4 Fox Hollies Road, B76 2RJ. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 8th June. Pumphouse, Jazz Club, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2JP. 8.15-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri. 14th July.  Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri 18th Aug. Runnymede Jazz Club. Heriot Rd, Chertsey KT16 9BU.8.00-10.30pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 28th Sept. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces

Thurs. 5th Oct. The Swan, High Street, Chaddesley Corbett, Nr Kiddderminster, DY10 4SD.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 6th Oct. Newbold Verdon Jazz Club, Social Club, Main street, Newbold Verdon, Leicester, LE9 9NP. 8.00 – 10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 13th Oct. Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

RON SPACK’S JAZZTET at THE OAKWOOD. 564 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, SS9 5HX. Tel: 01702 512819. Every Monday. Free 8.30 till 11.00pm. Meals served during the evening.  Ron Spack’s Jazztet, Ron leading on bass

RON SPACK’S LUNCHTIME JAZZ at THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL. 18-20, Westcliff Parade, Westcliff on Sea, Esse. SSO 7QW. 01702 345247. Sunday 1pm. Ron on Bass, plus guest.

PETER JEZARD FORTHCOMING GIGS

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 – 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band.    In the Wagon in Wix on  Wednesday March 15th from 8:30  to 11 pm  and on the 3rd Wednesday of every month during 2017  There will be happy jazz provided The Blackwater Band

This month sees the return of Kevin Harris on drums and special guest  Richard (Trummy) Mayhew on trombone.  The ‘usual suspects’ are also lined up. Mel Cox banjo/guitar,Brian Hart clarinet/sax and Gerry (bass) with myself  vocals.

Oh yes. and one extra special guest with his annual rendition of ‘Doctor Jazz’

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Mon 10 April – LONDON Reform Club
Fri 5 May – SOUTHPORT The Atkinson
Sun 7 May – LINCOLN Jazz Week

*Sat 10 June – COSSINGTON Village Hall*

Thurs 22 June – CAMBRIDGE Jazz Club
Sun 16 July – IPSWICH Jazz Club

*Sun 23 July – RADLETT Arts Centre*

Sun 3 Sep – RADLETT Arts Centre
Sun 24 Sep – COLCHESTER Arts Centre

THE BOTTLENECK BLUES CLUB meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £12, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced available to eat at your table if required.

Further information, upcoming shows, available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members – Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm – 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 – 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge – Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm – 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free – starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS – Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE – 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award – Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

WEDNESDAY 5^th April – VandoJam hosted by MATT TELFER & featuring award winning saxophonist ALEXANDER BONE’S QUARTET. Alexander Bone, inaugural winner of the BBC Young Musician Jazz Award, is a 20 year old saxophonist and music producer. In 2016 he won the British Jazz Awards Rising Star category by public vote. He has worked with and performed alongside artists including Nile Rodgers, Liane Carroll & Kylie Minogue. He currently studies at the Royal Academy of Music in London, and his quartet is made up of young, incredibly talented musicians also studying at London’s leading conservatories. ALEXANDER BONE alto sax, EWI, TOBY COMEAU keyboard, JOE LEE electric bass & OREN MCLOUGHLIN drums Opening set from featured band + JAM SESSION where all are welcome… singers welcome by invitation. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm – £5/£3/free to MU http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394592

 WEDNESDAY 12^th April – TBC

WEDNESDAY 19^th April – PIXEL – Leading Norwegian powerhouse indie-jazz ensemble featuring ELLEN ANDREA WANG double bass/vocals, JONAS KILMORK VEMØY trumpet, HARALD LASSEN tenor sax/vocals & JON AUDUN BAAR drums (with everyone contributing vocals).

After playing sold out concerts last year in the renown Ronnie Scott´s Jazz Club in London, Bimhuis in Amsterdam and Lantaren Venster in Rotterdam Norway´s award-winning band Pixel is currently touring abroad to promote their third album, Golden Years. Last summer they played at North Sea Jazz Festival and Edinburgh Jazz Festival.

«Pixel tore things up at last fall´s Stockholm Jazz Festival, playing to a full house at the jazz club Fasching»  – John Ephland, Downbeat magazine(2016).
«… sophisticated, trance-like and catchy!»   – John Fordham, The Guardian (2016)

«…. some of the most refreshing , searching and accessible music on the world jazz scene today» Paul Adams, HeraldScotland (2016)

«Stunning…my goodness they are a fun band!»  – Rob Mallows, kindofjazz.com (2016)
http://www.pixelband.no/ https://www.facebook.com/pixelnorway/ Doors: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm – £12/£10 advance http://www.wegottickets.com/event/383804

WEDNESDAY 26^th April LONDON CITY BIG BAND – Incredibly tight youthful ensemble playing faithful renditions taken from the books of Sinatra, Ella, Basie, Rich & James & led by top young trumpeter BARNEY LOWE. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm – £10/£8 advance

CALENDAR

On June 18 2017 @1 pm Elgoods will run their celebrated Fathers Day Jazz event in their beautiful Brewery Gardens at North Brink Wisbech, The Band will be The Hugely successful band from last year The Theydon Select Six:- Peter Rudeforth Trunpet/Julian Stringle Clt/sax, admission £10 each, accompanied under 12’s free.  The band will play three sets between 1-4.15pm snacks /tea/coffee, and alcohol available …. please bring a garden chair or blanket …. picnics are allowed dogs (except guide dogs) aren’t.  Wheelchair access.  Enquiries, advanced reservations:- daved...@gmail.com :  phone 01945 588325

Ipswich Jazz Festival –  A weekend of great musical events is planned for the next Ipswich Jazz Festival to be held from Friday 23^rd June to Sunday 25^th June.  Tickets are now on sale for most events.

Starting on Friday 23^rd June with a South African, Township style jazz concert by trumpeter Claude Deppa and the Clare Hirst Band, the festival also includes performances by jazz guitar supremo John Etheridge and singer Vimala Rowe whom he recently completed an acclaimed album with as well as saxophonist Art Themen and the Chris Ingham Trio and top name big band, Back to Basie. Tickets are available from the New Wolsey Theatre – by phone, in person or online. www.wolseytheatre.co.uk

There are also workshops for local amateur musicians and even a workshop on music photography.  Young people in Suffolk can join a mini course on jazz music and as well as that, there are gigs by local jazz bands in local pubs, an art show, a Lindy Hop dance workshop and jazz-themed films – Finding Fela about jazz musician Fela Kuti and the remastered version of the 1943 classic Stormy Weather.
Festival organiser Neil Bateman said: “Yet again Ipswich has attracted some top names from the jazz world and as a not-for-profit venture, we have kept ticket prices as low as possible.  There’s a wide range of jazz music on show – something for everyone, as well as films, dance and art.  This is going to be a great weekend and we want to get Ipswich Jazz Festival widely known about in Suffolk and beyond.”
You can find out more at www.ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk or by liking our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ipswichjazzfestival/

Headline acts announced for Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival’s tenth anniversary.

The Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival are delighted to announce headlining performances with swinging jazz from Claire Martin OBE and Ray Gelato, and powerful blues from Northern Ireland’s star, Kaz Hawkins. To be held at Burton Agnes Hall, Driffield, YO25 4NB from  30th June – July 2nd 2017   www.burtonagnes.com

‘They say that good things come in small packages. This may be one of the summer’s smallest gatherings, but it’s also one of the most sophisticated…’ Daily Mail

The festival is uniquely set in one of the UK’s finest Elizabethan stately piles, Burton Agnes Hall, home to the saxophone playing organiser, Simon Cunliffe-Lister. Over twenty five bands provide a weekend of jazz and blues on manicured lawns, and in the ornately carved Great Hall. Civilised camping with hot showers in the adjacent park field, children’s entertainers, and local ale and food inspired The Independent to describe the Festival as ‘Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I’ve ever attended’.

‘Now this is a proper music festival’  The Times
One of The Daily Telegraph’s best fifteen festivals for the over 50s.
“This is a very English festival, with a wonderful laid-back atmosphere…superbly organised and efficiently run, which brought together such a wide range of musical styles across a successful weekend…Yes, this is a wonderful English festival.” Fatea Magazine

“Who could have imagined such an idyllic and sublime location for a Jazz and Blues Festival.. .thankfully somebody did…This unique venue and event is a must attend festival….make sure you get your tickets…I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.”  Yorkshire Gig Guide

More artists will be announced over the coming weeks and months -please visit http://www.burtonagnes.com/Jazz_Festival/Line_Up.html to be kept up to date.

Fifteen generations have filled the Hall with treasures, from magnificent carvings commissioned when the Hall was built in 1598 by Sir Henry Griffith, to French Impressionist paintings, contemporary furniture, tapestries and other modern artwork in recent years. Simon Jenkins, author of ‘England’s Thousand Best Houses’, described Burton Agnes Hall as ‘the perfect English house’ and as one of England’s twenty finest houses alongside Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace and Chatsworth House.

Claire Martin OBE & Ray Gelato, ‘A Swingin’ Affair’

‘Jazz Artistry’ The Observer   Join internationally renowned vocalist and BBC Radio presenter, Claire Martin OBE, and legendary saxophonist and singer, Ray Gelato, for their first show together: ‘A Swingin’ Affair’.  Celebrating the release of their album ‘We’ve Got a World That Swings’, described by The Observer as “Jazz Artistry”, these much celebrated and respected artists take to the stage to explore the Great American Songbook.  Alongside a world-class trio of musicians, Claire and Ray revisit classics such as ‘Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off’, ‘They Can’t Take That Away from Me’, ‘They all Laughed’ and ‘Can’t We Be Friends’.
If you like your music sassy, sharp and swinging, this is the show for you. A swingin’ affair indeed!
‘Hugely entertaining and beautifully performed’ The Observer
‘Strikes all the right notes, played and sung with real joie de vivre’ Jazzwise

Claire Martin OBE:   ‘Our finest jazz singer’ The Sunday Times
‘She ranks amongst the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet’ Jazz Times USA    ‘A consummate jazz singer with old-school virtues … she wins plaudits everywhere she works’ The Guardian

Ray Gelato:   ‘Not for nothing is Gelato known as ‘The Godfather of Swing’’ The Telegraph
‘Gelato’s dapper mixture of swing and Louis Prima jumping jive remains as invigorating as ever’ The Times

Kaz Hawkins   ‘…terrific vocal performance’ Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2

Jazz at St John’s Arts Centre, Old Harlow – full programme for the Spring / Summer : http://traditional-jazz.com/mainpages/documents/stjohnsa5.pdf

Tony Jacobs News

My recent weekend at South Downs Holiday Village sold out so as well as returning there next Spring and Autumn, I have a third weekend in June ‘FROM DIXIELAND TO SWING’.
Make a note in your diaries of three more weekends  of Swing, Hot Jazz and Cabaret in 2017 at the same great venue: March 10/11/12, July 7/8/9 and October 20/21/22.

Warners Thorseby Hall Hotel in Nottinghamshire have asked me to present a four day music event on May 15th,16th,17th,18th 2017. The line-up will include the Bateman Brothers’ Ultimate Louis Armstrong Show – with guests Enrico Tomasso and ‘Spats’ Langham, the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra, the Tony Jacobs Big Band, the American and British Songbook Show, the Swing Time Jivers and daytime events which will include a tea-dance, a dance workshop and cabaret. More details to follow

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH have got the ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ TRIO on Thursday 30th March. Tickets £12 – £26. Box Office 0845 548 7650. They also present “Jazz In The Foyer” on Friday 28th April with JULIET KELLY & JENNIFER CARR at 8pm.

Saffron Walden: Spike’s Place at The Saffron Hotel, High Street, Essex, CB10 1AZ present the SARA DOWLING QUARTET on Thursday 20th April. 8.30pm start. £12.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got the TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO on Friday 24th March. Box Office 01787 211865. See details http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

Bishops Stortford: On Wednesday 26th April there’s Latin Jazz with QUE PASA at the Rhodes Hall. Starts at 7.30pm. http://www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk/events/live-midweek-music/.

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features JACQUI HICKS with JULIAN MARC STRINGLE on Friday 24th March. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org.

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JOAN VISSKANT with the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO on Sunday 16th April. 11.30 start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

Bury St Edmunds: The Apex also presents GEORGIE FAME on Monday 3rd April and STACEY KENT on Saturday 29th April. Box Office on 01284 758000.

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents the ALISON RAYNER QUINTET on Sunday 2nd April. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got ART THEMEN’S NEW DIRECTIONS QUINTET on Thursday 11th May. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Hadleigh: The jazz club at the Town Hall, IP7 5DN present guitarist NIGEL PRICE on Saturday 8th April. Tel: 07941 360890 for details & tickets at £14.

Ipswich: The jazz club features THE CADILLAC KINGS on Sunday 23rd April at the California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. See http://www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.htm for details.

Southwold: On Saturday 25th March the Arts Centre at St Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, IP18 6JP presents PAUL HIGGS (trp) with his PAVANE presentation. Tickets £14.50 from 01502 722572 or boxo...@southwoldarts.org.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features an OPEN MIC/JAM SESSION on Monday 10th April then JOHN ETHERIDGE’S BLUE SPIRITS on Tuesday 18th April. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Norwich: The Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, the BRAD MEHLDAU TRIO and a host of others from Friday 12th to Sunday 28th May. For booking and details check http://www.nnfestival.org.uk or call 01603 766400.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG presents the MACIEK PYSZ QUARTET  on Sunday 2nd April. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Walthamstow: E17 Jazz are at Maud, 186, Hoe Street, E17 4QH on Thursday 13th April with MICHAEL DE SOUZA’S SNOOZE TRIO. 8.30-11pm. £8/5. Kids free.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents jazz on Wednesday 22nd March with the NICK MILLS BLUE NOTE PROJECT. £5/£6.

 

 

 

MARLENE VERPLANCK

Wednesday, March 1  –  Marlene returns to Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr Wickford, SS11 8UE. Tel: 07850 607075 Everyone LOVES this venue. Advance reservations a must! Food is served from 6.30 p.m. with music from 8 p.m.

Friday, March 3  –  Marlene returns to The Verdict, a lovely intimate venue with terrific food! 159 Edward St., Brighton BN2 OJB Tel: 01273 674 847

Sunday, March 5  –  Marlene returns to the world famous, Ronnie Scott’s lunchtime with, John Pearce, Paul Morgan, Bobby Worth and very special guest, UK’s star trombonist, Mark Nightingale. 47 Frith St, Soho, London Reservations a must! 020 7439 0747

Wednesday, March 8  –  The Concord Club, Stoneham Ln, Eastleigh. SO50 9HQ One of my long-time favorite venues where everything is first rate. Reservations: 023 8061 3989

Saturday, March 11  –  Essendon Village Hall, School Lane, Essendon, AL9 6HD at 08.00 PM.

Tuesday, March 14  –  Marlene returns to Wales at The Treorchy Rugby Club, Treorchy, CF42 6PPN with The Dave Cottle Trio Tel: 01443 436 813

Wednesday, March 15  –  This is a new venue and we know from last year how great the band is. Come join us! Marlene with The Capital City Jazz Orchestra, SWBBS Whitehead Sports & Social Club, Pye Corner, Park View, Bassaleg, Newport. NP10 8LA  Start 8pm Pay at Door £8 Wednesday, March 15  www.facebook.com/southwalesbigbandsociety

Thursday, March 16  –  The Folkestone Jazz Club at The Tower, Tower Theatre,North Road. Shorncliffe. Folkestone, Kent.  Ct20 3hl. Very excited about this new venue, Seat bookings 01303 277175 Email: twink...@btinternet.comInfo:01303 260330 Email: dwood...@aol.com   Web site: www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk

Sunday, March 19  –  Marlene with John Ruddick’s award-winning MYJO Big Band. Details forthcoming.

Monday, March 20  –  The Kings Head, Bexley High St., Bexley, Kent. DA5 1AA Sold out last year…reserve early! Tel: 0208 467 1350 or contact by e mail: JANET...@aol.com.

Tuesday, March 21  –  New venue. Marlow Jazz Club, Christ Church URC, Oxford Road, Marlow SL7 2NL. For reservations, tel: 01628 486227. Or via Michael Eagleton, 01628 486571. or mic...@jazzfans.co. Music starts 8:30, Tickets 10 pounds.

Wednesday, March 22  –  Bonington Theatre, Arnold Leisure Centre, Love this venue! Gorgeous theatre! Always an SRO crowd. Book early. High St., Nottingham NG5 7EE I LOVE this theatre! Tel: 0115 956 0733

Tuesday, March 28  –  New venue. Annie’s Jazz Club at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorp Hall Ave., Southend on Sea SS1 3AT

Wednesday, March 29  –  Brand new venue. JW3, 341-351 Finchley Rd, London NW3 6ET Very excited!  My last gig in the UK, please join us for a happy ending. Reservations: 020 7433 8988

 

 

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Enjoy some cool jazz and hot tap as Jacqueline Pert returns to the Luna Lounge, 7 Church Lane, Leytonstone, E11 1HG. Sunday, April 23, 2017, 4-6pm. Accompanied by Gabriel Keen (keyboard), Phil Antonia (bass) and David Hawthorne (drums).

The Norwich Jazz Jam will be going on the road to the Heart of Wymondham,  Market Street, Wymondham on Weds 12th of April. The usual guests will be appearing.

Easter Saturday Special on 15th April at 7:45 (doors 7pm)  Admission £10.  Embraceable Ella with Joanna Eden and Chris Ingham at Risbygate Sports and Social Club, Westley Rd, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3RR.  To reserve pay-on-the-door seats, text/call 07799 650009.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome.

Hadleigh Jazz Club Saturday April 8th at Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  The simply stunning Nigel Price, winner of this year's British Jazz Award for best guitarist will be joining us for an evening of groove and super-swinging entertainment. Jamie Cullum stalwart Geoff Gascoyne makes up the trio with Chris and I, it's going to be a goodie.

‘leven o’clock, Saturday night - make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music. Celebrating Billie Holiday one of the greatest jazz divas. Also on the bill are Andre Previn, Gerry Mulligan and Carmen McRae. There’s big band brilliance from Tommy Dorsey and the colourful Sauter-Finegan Orchestra. All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, April 8 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. Rhythm & rhubarb at its best.

Milestones Jazz Club is held on the first Sunday of every month at Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0QG

SUNDAY 7 MAY - THE REG WEBB TRIO.  The return of the charismatic and intensely soulful Reg Webb (vocals/keyboards), a long time favourite at Milestones for his blend of styles that ranges from jazz standards and blues to pop and electric fusion. Supported by the great Andy Staples (bass guitar) and Andrew Dowding (drums) performing with a driving sense of urgency to hold everyone's attention.  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

 

SUNDAY 4 JUNE - THE BUTTON BAND.  Guitarist and composer Andrew Button returns to Milestones as part of a UK tour, leading his London band through originals that reflect the influence of Bill Frisell, John Scofield and Loose Tubes. Sometimes playful, sometimes melancholy, always quietly grooving - contemporary jazz featuring the great Andy Woolf (tenor sax), Dave Manington (double bass) and Marek Dorcik (drums).  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

 

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, Tel: 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, running from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or tickets– 0207 916 0545 

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

5^th April - The Dutch No 1 Jive & Swing Band: Jazz Connection

Jurgen Feskens - trumpet, flugelhorn & vocals    Peter van Steen - trombone    Rob Henneveld - tenor & alto saxes, clarinet    Bart Wouters - double bass & vocals    Bart Maassen - piano     Ad Hoendervangers – drums

Jazz Connection is a true follower of the Jump Jive/Blues and early Rhythm 'n Blues style that hit America’s black post war population. With songs from Louis Prima, Wynonie Harris, King Curtis, Louis Jordan and Teddy Brannon, they bring a revival of the best and brightest star performers from these exciting years. Founded 27 years ago in ‘jazzy’ hometown Breda, Jazz Connection is running like a train, swinging and rolling through Europe with their Jazz & Jive show. They have performed at major festivals and clubs in Holland, toured in Belgium, UK, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Scandinavia, France, Bulgaria and Poland as well as in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Together with lots of humour, Jazz Connection produces their remarkable sound, transparent, sophisticated, catchy and groovy. Whether it’s a festive jive, tantalizing boogie or heartbreaking blues, you’ll recognise without doubt the sound of this unique sextet.

12^th April  -  Georgina Jackson & Pete Long with Chris Ingham’s Trio 

Georgina Jackson - vocals & trumpet    Pete Long - clarinet    Chris Ingham - piano    George Double - drum    Joe Pettitt - double bass

At members’ request we welcome back the acclaimed singer and trumpeter, Georgina Jackson. Success with her first album led Georgina to become the singer with Ronnie Scott’s Big Band.  A vivacious, stylish vocalist, she has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with the BBC Big Band and Irving Berlin with the BBC Concert Orchestra.  Georgina’s partner Pete Long is one of the foremost bandleaders and reedsmen in the UK and is leader of the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”   SUNDAY TIMES
“Talented singer/trumpeter with a sassy, vibrant style” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

19^th April – The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra

We welcome back The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra which is a seventeen piece ensemble founded in 2013 by Essex saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham and includes some of London’s  top jazz players.  The Orchestra will include a guest appearance by vocalist and crooner Mark Stratford alongside a traditional selection of standard big band repertoire, featuring classics from Glenn Miller to Basie to Ellington, plus a couple of Andrew’s own arrangements. Andrew says “Join us for a great evening of entertaining live music that we guarantee will warm the cockles of your heart!”

 26^th April – The Colin Bray Swing Quintet

Colin Bray - vibes    Julian Marc Stringle - clarinet/sax    Peter Rudeforth - trumpet/vocals    Tim Huskisson - piano    John Petters - drums/vocals

We welcome the charismatic and humorous vibraphonist Colin Bray who will present an evening reminiscing the 1930’s - 1950’s Swing era.  Expect to hear tunes made popular by those great musicians including Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw such as ‘Someday Sweetheart’, ‘After You've Gone’, ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘Avalon’, ‘Moonglow’, ‘China Boy’, ‘Runnin' Wild’, ‘Who’s Sorry Now’, ‘Stompin’ at The Savoy’, Blue Moon & Honeysuckle Rose etc. Accompanying Colin will be the award winning Julian Marc Stringle, Pete Rudeforth from the Chris Barber Band, Master Swing drummer John Petters and pianist Tim Huskisson who for several years was Brian Conley’s musical director.

3^rd May - Gordon Campbell’s All Stars Octet 

Gordon Campbell - trombone    Olly Wilby - saxes    Martin  Shaw - trumpet/flugel horn
Claire McInerney - baritone sax    Robin Aspland - piano    Anthony Kerr - vibes
Dave Chamberlain - double bass    Ed Richardson – drums

We welcome The John Wilson Orchestra & BBC Big Band’s lead trombonist Gordon Campbell and his All Star Octet featuring the music of the USA’s Dave Pell Octet, with popular standards arranged by the renowned Americans’ Shorty Rogers, Marty Paich & Bill Homan. Expect to hear tunes such as ‘Cheek to Cheek’, ‘Fly Me to The Moon’, ‘Lulu’s Back in Town’, ‘I’ve Found a New Baby’ & ‘Jazz Me Blues’ etc.  Robin Aspland, Martin Shaw & Anthony Kerr are also fellow BBC Big Band  musicians whilst Dave Chamberlain is in The Back to Basie Orchestra.  Olly Wilby plays in The Pasadena Roof Orchestra. Both Olly and Ed Richardson are members of Ray Gelato & The Giants and The Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra. Claire McInerney has performed with Al Martino and Jamie Cullum

10^th May  -  Elaine Delamar- Vocals

John Pearce - piano    Simon Thorpe - double bass    Bobby Worth – drums

“Fashions may change but quality is timeless, which explains how the stylish  Elaine  Delmar has survived the passage of so many vocal trends over the years. A  favourite  with both jazz and cabaret audiences, she continues to set the standard for sophisticated  rich-toned   interpretations of the Great American Songbook.” - London Evening Standard

At members’ request, we  welcome back Elaine who wherever she performs, thrills her audiences with her sublime delivery of gems from The great American Songbook.  Quite simply Elaine is one of the greatest female jazz vocalists to have come from these shores.  Come and enjoy Elaine treat some of the greatest songs ever written with the true respect they deserve.  An incredibly sumptuous evening of world-class music is guaranteed!

17^th May  -  ‘Jivin Miss Daisy’

Simon Thorpe - double bass/band leader    Liz Fletcher – vocals    Alex Garnett – saxes

Colin Oxley – guitar    John Pearce – piano    Matt Skelton – drums

Malcolm Earle Smith - trombone and vocals    Simon Finch – trumpet
Luke Annesley - clarinet/saxes

Jivin' Miss Daisy is one of the UK's finest 9 piece swing bands, regularly selling-out Ronnie Scott's and other venues playing all kinds of swing & jazz music, ranging from Duke Ellington and Jimmie Lunceford in the 1920s, through Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman in the 30s and 40s, to Ella and Basie in the 1950s and early 60s. Featuring Liz and Malcolm in vocal numbers, popular instrumentals and solo spots, the band puts on a wonderful evening's entertainment, with plenty of favourites and lesser-known gems from the great songwriters including Gershwin, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and many others, with original arrangements by bandleader Simon Thorpe.

The band features some of the UK's finest jazz musicians, with credits including Tom Jones, Katie Melua, Van Morrison, Wynton Marsalis, Bryan Ferry, Jools Holland, Stacey Kent and BBC Proms favourites the John Wilson Orchestra.

24^th May  - Atila sings ‘Nat King Cole’

Gabriel Latchin – piano    Colin Oxley  - guitar    Tom Farmer - double  bass
Steve Brown – drums

We welcome back Atila with his own fabulous quartet who will feature the songs and ballads of Nat King Cole including ‘L-O-V-E’, ‘When I Fall in Love’, ‘Mona Lisa’, ‘Nature Boy’, ‘Smile’ and ‘The Very Thought of You’.  Accompanied by these top musicians, this is one evening not to miss!

The Quartet :-
Gabriel Latchin – piano Gabriel is fast becoming recognised as one of the country's leading pianists. His hard-swinging, adventurous approach often draws comparisons to his many influences, including Herbie Hancock,  Bill Evans and Phineas Newborn.  Above all, Gabriel plays music that  feels  good, for people, not just musicians.  As the master Art Blakey put it : - "We are here to have a ball !”

Tom Farmer – double bass Tom is a member of Empirical,  a British jazz group, formed in 2007, involving four young British jazz musicians who present  projects, performances and recordings who was featured on Jamie Cullum's radio show.  Tom last appeared at the Club in January 2016 with his ‘Big Screen Take One’.
Steve Brown – drums Winner of the prestigious 2014 British Jazz Awards for best drummer.  Steve is hugely popular with jazz audiences everywhere and he has become 'first call' for an impressive array of jazz stars with his assured swinging drumming.
Colin Oxley is one of the UK's most respected jazz guitarists. He has toured internationally and recorded extensively as a member of Stacey Kent's group, and has performed with many top players in the UK and US including Stacey Kent, Scott Hamilton, Michael Garrick and the John Wilson Orchestra.

31^st May –  Java Jam

Sarah–Jane Hassell – vocals    Bonnie Hassell – vocals    Roger Lewin – piano/keyboard
John Wills – drums/vocals    Tim Robertson – bass/vocals
Phil Brown – tenor saxophone/flute

Being their sxith appearance at the Club, we welcome Java Jam who are a fresh blend of diverse musical backgrounds coming together to create a fusion of jazz, easy listening and modern pop classics, sophisticated vocal harmonies which are delivered with warmth, charm and elegance. Java jam with West End songstress Sarah-Jane Hassell, joined by the vocal talent of Bonnie Hassell and the accomplished Roger Levin Quartet, will take you on a musical journey including Burt Bacharach, Cole Porter, Manhattan Transfer & George Gershwin with a few surprises along the way, all played with style, fluidity and depth.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

 5 Apr:   Graham Pike (trumpet/harmonica/vocals) + Phil Mead (piano)

       with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

April 18th  -  Graham Hughes Sunshine Kings

May 2nd  -  Jack Free's Chicagoans
May 16th  -  Kid Tidiman's All Stars

June 6  -  The Tony Pitt All Stars
June 20th  -  T B A

July 4th -  Julian Stringle & The Chosen Men featuring Enrico Tomasso/Roy Williams
July 18th -  The Westside Syncopators

Aug 1st  -  The Dart Valley Stompers
Aug 15th  -  T B A

Sept 5th  -  T B A
Sept 19th  -  Kid Tidimans Allstars

Oct 3rd  -  T B A
Oct 17th  -  TJ Johnsons Jazz & Blues Band

Nov 7th  -  The Chosen Men
Nov 21  -  The Melvin Beddows Big Band (22piece)

Dec 5th  -  T B A
Dec 19th  -  T B A

JAZZ AT O B's  Jazz at the Bardswell has moved and is JAZZ at O B's.   All Jazz Fans are welcome at our new venue, Old Brentwoods’ Club, Ashwells Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9SE.  Thanks to the management of Old Brentwoods’ Club, Dave Grant continues to support Live Music on the last Tuesday each month bringing a kaleidoscope of jazz styles by talented professional guest musicians plus the resident trio of Hilary Cameron, keys, Ted Simkins, bass and Dave Grant, drums, in pleasant surroundings, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a licensed bar.  Doors open 7pm with music from 8 till 10.45pm and with entrance on the door of £10.00.  For info. contact Dave Grant 01708 763723 or Richard 07935 441616 or e-mail gr...@aol.com

Tuesday, 25th April, 2017

‘Ivory & Ebony’ DIVA LEGENDS  featuring the keyboards of Sandra Lambert, Jenny Carr and Hilary Cameron bringing back the memorable hits of legendary female jazz pianists of years past, such as, Mary Lou Williams, Marion McPartland, Shirley Horn, Nina Simone, the wistful Blossom Dearie and other well known pianists.

Sandra Lambert has enjoyed a massive cosmopolitain musical career providing her with the ability to move freely between genres so distinguishing her from other pianists. She has recorded with a variety of artistes among them are Bette Midler, Cilla Black, Humphrey Littleton and was Helen Shapiro’s MD in the 90’s. She currently leads a quintet aptly named ‘Simply Swing’.
Jenny Carr, a classically trained pianist arrived from Australia in the ’90’s as the keyboard / backing vocalist for Jason Donovan’s world tour playing the Wembley arena. Since then she has worked with Beverley Craven, Billy Ocean and Imelda May. Currently freelancing with numerous jazz groups she accompany’s vocalists Sarah Moule, Nina Ferro and Barb Jungr.
Hilary Cameron, began her career in classical music, then spent two years studying jazz at Manhattan School of Music playing clubs and venues across New York. Back in London she worked with Womack & Womack and then formed her own jazz / latin trio. playing and working with a host of jazz musicians such as Derek Nash, Al Nicholls, Ken Peplowski and Trudy Kerr.

Tuesday, 30th May, 2017 GUITAR MASTERS RECALLED  featuring the guitar duo of Andy Watson and Simon Hurley who will be recalling the music and styles of many legendary jazz guitarists over the past century.

Andy Watson, has tutored, arranged and played with just about everyone having toured and playing extensively in television, theatre and radio across the UK and in jazz concerts abroad. Having tutored many guitar stars of the future he is highly sought after by budding young guitarists aiming to reach the highest pinnacles in jazz. Tonight Andy will be playing with one of his earlier highly successful pupils.
Simon Hurley, having studied with Andy is now making his own niche in jazz as well as being competent in many styles, from rock, blues to country and funk and whatever theatre work requires. He also regularly performs with with large and small jazz ensembles around the UK.  His jazz playing is much inspired by that of Joe Pass and the maestro, Martin Taylor, has described his playing as ‘Just Beautiful’.

Tuesday, 27th June, 2017  THAT FREE FLOW SWING THING   featuring Al Nicholls, tenor sax. and Jeff Williams, trombone who bring that wonderful swing era of the 40’s and 50’s produced by Ellington, Basie and Dorsey bands.

Al Nicholls is just one of countless jazz musicians who graduated from Leeds College of Music and for twenty or more years made endless appearances across the world. Al’s style is similar to that free flow sound of Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Ventura having developed that laid back effortless style. He currently leads the swing band ‘Blue Harlem’ and is a regular sideman of T.J.Johnson’s band
Jeff Williams has a playing style, full of spirit, exuberance and inventiveness from the collaboration with Al Nicholls over a score or more years. He recalls how they first met, in a pub! now that’s no surprise for a musician. Jeff currently leads the ‘Mississipi Swamp Dogs’ a blues sextet of New Orleans origins performing in such notable London venues as Ronnie Scotts, Bulls Head and Boisdales.

ANNIE'S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie's Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

TUESDAY THE 11TH OF APRIL.  LIANE CARROLL.  Sensational multi-award winning singer & piano player.

TUESDAY THE 18TH OF APRIL.  NEIL ANGILLEY & TRIO PERFORMING LATIN CLASSICS THROUGH THE AGES.   A specially commissioned performance of the Latin tunes we all know and love with one of the most amazing Latin piano specialists. With license to thrill on tunes such as Brazil, Sway & Cherry Pink.

TUESDAY THE 25TH OF APRIL.  THE JAZZ OF DUDLEY MOORE.   The Chris Ingham Quartet perform the music of this popular comedian & accomplished musician. An informative , highly professional quartet who play flawlessly on every project they undertake. The Jazz of Dudley Moore is their latest offering.

TUESDAY THE 2ND OF MAY.  THE BOATERS PROJECT.  JACQUI HICKS, SIMON CARTER, PHIL MULFORD & FROSTY BEEDLE.   Showcasing the sensational voice of Shakatak's Jacqui Hicks.  An amazing quartet performing new twists on soul classics  & reworked jazz standards.

TUESDAY THE 9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY THE 16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY THE 23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY THE 30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K's best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 “SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 11^th April -8.00pm

Nigel Price and Alan Barnes plus Phil Scragg & Marc Cecil

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm
Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D'Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

9th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Graham Read’s All Stars. Graham has played tuba and bass sax in Vintage Jazz and Swing since the 1970's, with the Temperance Seven and the Pasadena Roof Orchestra. Tonight, for the first time at the club, he brings his own All Star band.

16th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Christine and the Stackyard Stompers. An evening of traditional 1920’s New Orleans jazz with Christine Woodcock on trombone and vocals. It’s the first time at the club for this famous band, so come and enjoy the jazz!

GC's JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm - 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating entering it's fifth year!

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone

Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.

Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    'RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST''

ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond's first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB  Vocals/Keyboards

One of the innovators of the UK's Jazz Fusion scene with his own band 'Fusion' which later became the 'Reg Webb Band' featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn - Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

e17 JAZZ - The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE - Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH

Michael De Souza - Guitar, Compositions

Huw Williams - Electric/ Upright Bass
Jay Davis - Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

Thursday May 11th @ MAUD   Preston Glasgow Lowe
8.30-11pm, Price £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)

David Preston, Kevin Glasgow & Laurie Lowe are three of London's most creative young instrumentalists. Their music is a mash-up of relentless rhythmic energy, harmonic dystopia, and virtuosic improvisations.   Expanding the format of the guitar trio with intricate and unique compositions, they draw influence from an expansive array of styles, whilst maintaining a focused original sound.   Set to release their debut album on the internationally acclaimed Whirlwind Recordings, they will embark on an extensive UK tour early 2016.   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394983

“Dazzling ideas and sophisticated technique“ - Jazzwise
“Young jazz heavy weights…" - Timeout
“The trio thinking and acting as one produces a sound to behold" - The Herald

Thursday June 8th @ MAUD  Special Guest – Georgia Mancio With the Nick Tomalin Trio 8.30-11pm, £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)   www.georgiamancio.com

Georgia Mancio – Vocals           Nick Tomalin – Piano

Dominic Howles – Bass              Matt Fishwick - Drums

“[Mancio] has everything covered – technical mastery, expressive range and a remarkable versatility”   The Observer ****

Award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist, Georgia Mancio, has proved herself one of the Europe’s most original, adventurous and multi-faceted new artists.    In April Georgia and double Grammy-winning jazz pianist/composer, Alan Broadbent, sold out their debut headline show at Ronnie Scott’s with the launch of their co-written albumSongbook.  Georgia’s other performances include: Bobby McFerrin, Sheila Jordan, Ian Shaw, Liane Carroll, Jason Rebello, Gwilym Simcock, Kate Williams, Darius Brubeck and Bobby Wellins among many others. As a lyricist her work has been approved by Pat Metheny.  She has completed several tours and produced, presented and performed in 5 annual editions ofReVoice! - her own universally acclaimed international voice festival.    In 2005 Georgia beat contestants from around the globe to take first prize at the Brussels International Jazz Singers’ Competition and was nominated Best Vocalist in 2014 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and twice nominated in London Jazz’s Musician of the Year 2016.

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

10 Apr - Golden Eagle Jazz Band

17 Apr - Easter Monday - NO JAZZ

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

16th April      -  Bob Dwyer's  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      -  Dave Rance's  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ. Last Wednesday of the month. The Farnham Conservative Club is a hidden gem of a venue in the centre of town with drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and free parking.  Curry available from 7 pm. Show 7.45pm - 10.15 pm. All welcome.   Admission £12 (online bookings + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk

26th April 2017 - Georgina Jackson - Tribute To The Divas & Crooners with Special Guest Pete Long (Sax & Clarinet),  Sandra Lambert (Piano), Mick Hutton (Double Bass), Steve Rushton (Drums).   Georgina Jackson is a vivacious, stylish vocalist and trumpeter who has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with both the BBC Big Band and the BBC Concert Orchestra.  She is joined by one of the UK’s top reedmen, leader of the Ronnie Scott Orchestra and all round jazz raconteur Pete Long.
“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”  - Sunday Times

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance

To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 14 April: GEORGINA JACKSON
Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Monday 24th April 2017 - The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

April 11th  Lush Life with John Bignall  A long awaited return of John to the club together with his always accomplished band.

April 18th  Kingsclub 7   Our regular house band led by John Davis, featuring the usual front line of leader on alto/soprano  sax with John Mole on tenor sax and John Bridge on trombone.

April 25th  Jolly Jazzers a popular local band of long standing who provide entertainment at many functions at everything from 100th birthdays to steam rallies, and much in between! The collection (if there is one!) will go to the St. Francis Hospice, a very worthwhile local organisation which the band supports.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm

• Ample parking; fully accessible - for information call 01787 211865

• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!

• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

April 15
May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  6^th April – 8.30pm
Deelee Dube with Alex Bryson, Joe Downard and Andra Trillo

Thursday  13^th April – 8.30pm
From the USA Scott Hamilton with John Pearce, Dave Green & Steve Brown
Tickets £16.00 members £13.00

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm
Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB Is held every first Sunday of the month at Hotel Hatfield, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, NR33 0QP

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 9th Apr – NIC MEIER

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

April 13th   THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ    8pm    £12   GEORGINA JACKSON  &  PETE LONG WITH THE CHRIS INGHAM TRIO                                      

www.georginajackson.net // www.plong.co.uk // www.chrisingham.co.uk

GEORGINA JACKSON-- One of our leading vocalists in the Peggy Lee style & an amazing trumpeter.  Georgina is the vocalist in the Ronnie Scott Orchestra -- she also travels world wide as a solo  performer -- More recently she can be seen on some of the worlds luxury cruise ships.  A well accomplished trumpeter - Georgina use to front her own big band.  With her own charm & funny tales --these two make for a great show.
PETE LONG saxes & clarinet & great raconteur  .Brit Jazz award winner for his Big Band The Echoes of Ellington-- recently here for a great night with his Pocket Basie & also has a Goodman band & leads The Ronnie Scott Orchestra

CHRIS INGHAM piano  One of the UKs leading pianists & very well known for his Hoagy Carmichael gigs

DAVE GREEN double bass.  Multi Brit Jazz Award Winner - World Class Bassist - The Best
GEORGE DOUBLE  drums .Last year he made his first gig at The FJC -& it was very impressive --- Very active - great style & organiser for The Chris Ingham Trio

April 20th      8pm      £12    The wonderful music of JJ & K ~~ Played by two of the UK's finest trombone players... GORDON CAMPBELL  &  ROBBIE HARVEY

GORDON CAMPBELL is one of this country's finest trombone players. He is much in demand & is a permanent member of the much acclaimed John Wilson Orchestra & The BBC big band.  GC is The Trombone Professor at The Royal Marines School of Music Portsmouth.

ROBBIE HARVEY has performed world wide in big bands & orchestras -- including The BBC big band & The Guy Barker Orchestra & many others of note.  All of this plus a well tuned & experienced rhythm section.

JOHN PEARCE piano   PAUL MORGAN double bass   BOBBY WORTH drums

April 27th    THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ     8pm      £12

From the London Stage --- All Star cast playing the music of Al Jolson

JAZZIN' JOLSON  Produced by Berny Stringle  They were here last year & were so good that we had to have them back    ENRICO  TOMASSO trumpet      CHRIS GOWER  trombone  JULIAN MARC STRINGLE sax & clarinet   NIC DAWSON piano  ANDREW CLEYNDERT double bass     ROD BROWN drums  This is Just too good to miss

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by Steve Waterman 

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

25 May  8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com. £8.

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Carol Braithwaite gig listing (more information website: carolbraithwaite.com)
Friday 14th April – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.
Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.
Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Saturday 15th April  - North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU
with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 - 3pm

Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Wednesday 19th April - Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue,

Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .

Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Guest: Goff Dubber - sax/clarinet.

dairy dates
12/5/17 - Billericay
17/5/17 - Essex County Bowls - Paul Higgs

20/5/17 - North Weald

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Fri. 31st March. Farmborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. April 16th. Springhouse Jazz Club, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Wed 19th April. Amersham Jazz Club. Beaconsfield Sycob F.C., Hall Barn,  Holloway Park,  Windsor Road,  Beaconsfield,  Bucks  HP9 2SE. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Sun 30th April. Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Mon 1st May   Little Venice t.b.a afternoon. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Mon. 8th May,  Griffin Park Jazz Club, Brentwood F.C., the Hive, Braemar Road, Brentford, TW8 0NT. 8.00 – 11.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Thurs 11th May. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Wed 17th May. Sutton Coldfield Traditional Jazz Club, Warmley Social Club, 4 Fox Hollies Road, B76 2RJ. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 8th June. Pumphouse, Jazz Club, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2JP. 8.15-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri. 14th July.  Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri 18th Aug. Runnymede Jazz Club. Heriot Rd, Chertsey KT16 9BU.8.00-10.30pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 28th Sept. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces

Thurs. 5th Oct. The Swan, High Street, Chaddesley Corbett, Nr Kiddderminster, DY10 4SD.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 6th Oct. Newbold Verdon Jazz Club, Social Club, Main street, Newbold Verdon, Leicester, LE9 9NP. 8.00 – 10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 13th Oct. Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

RON SPACK’S JAZZTET at THE OAKWOOD. 564 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, SS9 5HX. Tel: 01702 512819. Every Monday. Free 8.30 till 11.00pm. Meals served during the evening.  Ron Spack's Jazztet, Ron leading on bass

RON SPACK’S LUNCHTIME JAZZ at THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL. 18-20, Westcliff Parade, Westcliff on Sea, Esse. SSO 7QW. 01702 345247. Sunday 1pm. Ron on Bass, plus guest.

PETER JEZARD FORTHCOMING GIGS

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 - 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band.    In the Wagon in Wix on  Wednesday March 15th from 8:30  to 11 pm  and on the 3rd Wednesday of every month during 2017  There will be happy jazz provided The Blackwater Band

This month sees the return of Kevin Harris on drums and special guest  Richard (Trummy) Mayhew on trombone.  The ‘usual suspects’ are also lined up. Mel Cox banjo/guitar,Brian Hart clarinet/sax and Gerry (bass) with myself  vocals.

Oh yes. and one extra special guest with his annual rendition of ‘Doctor Jazz’

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Mon 10 April – LONDON Reform Club
Fri 5 May – SOUTHPORT The Atkinson
Sun 7 May – LINCOLN Jazz Week

*Sat 10 June - COSSINGTON Village Hall*

Thurs 22 June – CAMBRIDGE Jazz Club
Sun 16 July – IPSWICH Jazz Club

*Sun 23 July - RADLETT Arts Centre*

Sun 3 Sep – RADLETT Arts Centre
Sun 24 Sep – COLCHESTER Arts Centre

THE BOTTLENECK BLUES CLUB meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £12, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced available to eat at your table if required.

Further information, upcoming shows, available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members - Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm - 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 - 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge - Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm - 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free - starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS - Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE - 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award - Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

WEDNESDAY 5^th April - VandoJam hosted by MATT TELFER & featuring award winning saxophonist ALEXANDER BONE'S QUARTET. Alexander Bone, inaugural winner of the BBC Young Musician Jazz Award, is a 20 year old saxophonist and music producer. In 2016 he won the British Jazz Awards Rising Star category by public vote. He has worked with and performed alongside artists including Nile Rodgers, Liane Carroll & Kylie Minogue. He currently studies at the Royal Academy of Music in London, and his quartet is made up of young, incredibly talented musicians also studying at London's leading conservatories. ALEXANDER BONE alto sax, EWI, TOBY COMEAU keyboard, JOE LEE electric bass & OREN MCLOUGHLIN drums Opening set from featured band + JAM SESSION where all are welcome… singers welcome by invitation. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £5/£3/free to MU http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394592

 WEDNESDAY 12^th April – TBC

WEDNESDAY 19^th April – PIXEL – Leading Norwegian powerhouse indie-jazz ensemble featuring ELLEN ANDREA WANG double bass/vocals, JONAS KILMORK VEMØY trumpet, HARALD LASSEN tenor sax/vocals & JON AUDUN BAAR drums (with everyone contributing vocals).

After playing sold out concerts last year in the renown Ronnie Scott´s Jazz Club in London, Bimhuis in Amsterdam and Lantaren Venster in Rotterdam Norway´s award-winning band Pixel is currently touring abroad to promote their third album, Golden Years. Last summer they played at North Sea Jazz Festival and Edinburgh Jazz Festival.

«Pixel tore things up at last fall´s Stockholm Jazz Festival, playing to a full house at the jazz club Fasching»  - John Ephland, Downbeat magazine(2016).
«… sophisticated, trance-like and catchy!»   - John Fordham, The Guardian (2016)

«…. some of the most refreshing , searching and accessible music on the world jazz scene today» Paul Adams, HeraldScotland (2016)

«Stunning…my goodness they are a fun band!»  - Rob Mallows, kindofjazz.com (2016)
http://www.pixelband.no/ https://www.facebook.com/pixelnorway/ Doors: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £12/£10 advance http://www.wegottickets.com/event/383804

WEDNESDAY 26^th April LONDON CITY BIG BAND - Incredibly tight youthful ensemble playing faithful renditions taken from the books of Sinatra, Ella, Basie, Rich & James & led by top young trumpeter BARNEY LOWE. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £10/£8 advance

CALENDAR

On June 18 2017 @1 pm Elgoods will run their celebrated Fathers Day Jazz event in their beautiful Brewery Gardens at North Brink Wisbech, The Band will be The Hugely successful band from last year The Theydon Select Six:- Peter Rudeforth Trunpet/Julian Stringle Clt/sax, admission £10 each, accompanied under 12's free.  The band will play three sets between 1-4.15pm snacks /tea/coffee, and alcohol available .... please bring a garden chair or blanket .... picnics are allowed dogs (except guide dogs) aren't.  Wheelchair access.  Enquiries, advanced reservations:- daved...@gmail.com :  phone 01945 588325

Ipswich Jazz Festival –  A weekend of great musical events is planned for the next Ipswich Jazz Festival to be held from Friday 23^rd June to Sunday 25^th June.  Tickets are now on sale for most events.

Starting on Friday 23^rd June with a South African, Township style jazz concert by trumpeter Claude Deppa and the Clare Hirst Band, the festival also includes performances by jazz guitar supremo John Etheridge and singer Vimala Rowe whom he recently completed an acclaimed album with as well as saxophonist Art Themen and the Chris Ingham Trio and top name big band, Back to Basie. Tickets are available from the New Wolsey Theatre – by phone, in person or online. www.wolseytheatre.co.uk

There are also workshops for local amateur musicians and even a workshop on music photography.  Young people in Suffolk can join a mini course on jazz music and as well as that, there are gigs by local jazz bands in local pubs, an art show, a Lindy Hop dance workshop and jazz-themed films – Finding Fela about jazz musician Fela Kuti and the remastered version of the 1943 classic Stormy Weather.
Festival organiser Neil Bateman said: “Yet again Ipswich has attracted some top names from the jazz world and as a not-for-profit venture, we have kept ticket prices as low as possible.  There’s a wide range of jazz music on show – something for everyone, as well as films, dance and art.  This is going to be a great weekend and we want to get Ipswich Jazz Festival widely known about in Suffolk and beyond.”
You can find out more at www.ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk or by liking our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ipswichjazzfestival/

Headline acts announced for Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival’s tenth anniversary.

The Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival are delighted to announce headlining performances with swinging jazz from Claire Martin OBE and Ray Gelato, and powerful blues from Northern Ireland’s star, Kaz Hawkins. To be held at Burton Agnes Hall, Driffield, YO25 4NB from  30th June – July 2nd 2017   www.burtonagnes.com

‘They say that good things come in small packages. This may be one of the summer's smallest gatherings, but it's also one of the most sophisticated...' Daily Mail

The festival is uniquely set in one of the UK’s finest Elizabethan stately piles, Burton Agnes Hall, home to the saxophone playing organiser, Simon Cunliffe-Lister. Over twenty five bands provide a weekend of jazz and blues on manicured lawns, and in the ornately carved Great Hall. Civilised camping with hot showers in the adjacent park field, children’s entertainers, and local ale and food inspired The Independent to describe the Festival as ‘Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I've ever attended’.

‘Now this is a proper music festival’  The Times
One of The Daily Telegraph's best fifteen festivals for the over 50s.
“This is a very English festival, with a wonderful laid-back atmosphere…superbly organised and efficiently run, which brought together such a wide range of musical styles across a successful weekend…Yes, this is a wonderful English festival.” Fatea Magazine

“Who could have imagined such an idyllic and sublime location for a Jazz and Blues Festival.. .thankfully somebody did…This unique venue and event is a must attend festival….make sure you get your tickets...I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.”  Yorkshire Gig Guide

More artists will be announced over the coming weeks and months -please visit http://www.burtonagnes.com/Jazz_Festival/Line_Up.html to be kept up to date.

Fifteen generations have filled the Hall with treasures, from magnificent carvings commissioned when the Hall was built in 1598 by Sir Henry Griffith, to French Impressionist paintings, contemporary furniture, tapestries and other modern artwork in recent years. Simon Jenkins, author of ‘England’s Thousand Best Houses’, described Burton Agnes Hall as ‘the perfect English house’ and as one of England’s twenty finest houses alongside Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace and Chatsworth House.

Claire Martin OBE & Ray Gelato, ‘A Swingin’ Affair’

‘Jazz Artistry’ The Observer   Join internationally renowned vocalist and BBC Radio presenter, Claire Martin OBE, and legendary saxophonist and singer, Ray Gelato, for their first show together: 'A Swingin’ Affair'.  Celebrating the release of their album ‘We’ve Got a World That Swings’, described by The Observer as “Jazz Artistry”, these much celebrated and respected artists take to the stage to explore the Great American Songbook.  Alongside a world-class trio of musicians, Claire and Ray revisit classics such as 'Let's Call the Whole Thing Off', ‘They Can’t Take That Away from Me’, 'They all Laughed' and 'Can’t We Be Friends’.  If you like your music sassy, sharp and swinging, this is the show for you. A swingin’ affair indeed!
‘Hugely entertaining and beautifully performed’ The Observer
'Strikes all the right notes, played and sung with real joie de vivre’ Jazzwise

Claire Martin OBE:   ‘Our finest jazz singer’ The Sunday Times
‘She ranks amongst the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet’ Jazz Times USA    ‘A consummate jazz singer with old-school virtues … she wins plaudits everywhere she works’ The Guardian
Ray Gelato:   ‘Not for nothing is Gelato known as ‘The Godfather of Swing’’ The Telegraph
‘Gelato’s dapper mixture of swing and Louis Prima jumping jive remains as invigorating as ever’ The Times

Kaz Hawkins   ‘...terrific vocal performance’ Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2

Multi award winning Kaz Hawkins is Northern Ireland’s very own blues and soul darling. One of today’s most popular blues artists in the UK and Ireland, Kaz has been compared to Etta James and Janis Joplin, to name but a few. Her powerful, deep, soulful voice combined with her 1950s swing dress and Dr Marten's boots creates a unique performance not to be missed.  Invited by BBC Radio Ulster to take part in a special Van Morrison 70th birthday broadcast in Northern Ireland August 2015, Best Studio Album 2015 (Blues Matters), Best Emerging Artist (British Blues Awards 2015) and Winner of Female Vocalist Pure M Awards (Northern Ireland Industry Award), Winner of Best Music Video 2016 with Pure M Awards and a nominee for the UK Blues Challenge 2016.

Tickets for the full weekend along with day and evening only tickets: http://www.burtonagnes.com/Jazz_Festival/Tickets_and_Prices.html
Also by phoning the estate office weekdays 9am - 5pm on 01262 490 324 or by visiting Burton Agnes Hall and its courtyard shops.

Monday

Jazz in the Round, The Cockpit, Gateforth St, Marylebone NW8 8EH. Jazz/contemporary music every last Monday in the month. www.thecockpit.org.uk/jazz First band 8pm. Tickets from £8 020 7258 2925. DJ set with Jez in the bar.

Tuesday

Jazz at O B's  – Last Tuesday of every month at Old Brentwood Club, Ashwell Road, Brentwood.  Doors open 7 pm.: music from 8 – 10.30 pm. Admission £10.00. Resident trio – drums, piano, bass plus guests. Great crowd and drinks at club prices. Dave Grant 01708 763723.

Jazz at St John's Arts Centre, Old Harlow - full programme for the Spring / Summer : http://traditional-jazz.com/mainpages/documents/stjohnsa5.pdf

Tony Jacobs News

On Saturday evening April 8th, my TUXEDO JAZZ ORCHESTRA will be appearing at Harrow Arts Centre, Hatch End. The following evening, Jim and I will be at Borehamwood's 96 Shenley Road, where we will be celebrating George Gershwin, Cole Porter and other great songwriters. On Monday evening, I'll be at Stoneleigh Brasserie with Neville Dickie (0208 643 2239) and Tuesday April 11th, the TUXEDO JAZZ ORCHESTRA will be at  Grayshott Jazz Club.
If you want any more information about these dates and Festivals, do go to my website: www.tonyjacobs.net You'll see on the home page that I am on Facebook so if you'd like to connect that way, click on the link. I am also struggling with Twitter!!! Of course you can always email me at t...@tonyjacobs.net

My recent weekend at South Downs Holiday Village sold out so as well as returning there next Spring and Autumn, I have a third weekend in June 'FROM DIXIELAND TO SWING'.
Make a note in your diaries of three more weekends  of Swing, Hot Jazz and Cabaret in 2017 at the same great venue: March 10/11/12, July 7/8/9 and October 20/21/22.

Warners Thorseby Hall Hotel in Nottinghamshire have asked me to present a four day music event on May 15th,16th,17th,18th 2017. The line-up will include the Bateman Brothers' Ultimate Louis Armstrong Show - with guests Enrico Tomasso and 'Spats' Langham, the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra, the Tony Jacobs Big Band, the American and British Songbook Show, the Swing Time Jivers and daytime events which will include a tea-dance, a dance workshop and cabaret.

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH have got the ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ TRIO on Thursday 30th March. Tickets £12 - £26. Box Office 0845 548 7650. They also present “Jazz In The Foyer” on Friday 28th April with JULIET KELLY & JENNIFER CARR at 8pm.

Saffron Walden: Spike’s Place at The Saffron Hotel, High Street, Essex, CB10 1AZ present the SARA DOWLING QUARTET on Thursday 20th April. 8.30pm start. £12.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got the TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO on Friday 24th March. Box Office 01787 211865. See details http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

Bishops Stortford: On Wednesday 26th April there’s Latin Jazz with QUE PASA at the Rhodes Hall. Starts at 7.30pm. http://www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk/events/live-midweek-music/.

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features JACQUI HICKS with JULIAN MARC STRINGLE on Friday 24th March. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org.

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JOAN VISSKANT with the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO on Sunday 16th April. 11.30 start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

Bury St Edmunds: The Apex also presents GEORGIE FAME on Monday 3rd April and STACEY KENT on Saturday 29th April. Box Office on 01284 758000.

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents the ALISON RAYNER QUINTET on Sunday 2nd April. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got ART THEMEN’S NEW DIRECTIONS QUINTET on Thursday 11th May. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Hadleigh: The jazz club at the Town Hall, IP7 5DN present guitarist NIGEL PRICE on Saturday 8th April. Tel: 07941 360890 for details & tickets at £14.

Ipswich: The jazz club features THE CADILLAC KINGS on Sunday 23rd April at the California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. See http://www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.htm for details.

Southwold: On Saturday 25th March the Arts Centre at St Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, IP18 6JP presents PAUL HIGGS (trp) with his PAVANE presentation. Tickets £14.50 from 01502 722572 or boxo...@southwoldarts.org.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features an OPEN MIC/JAM SESSION on Monday 10th April then JOHN ETHERIDGE’S BLUE SPIRITS on Tuesday 18th April. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Norwich: The Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, the BRAD MEHLDAU TRIO and a host of others from Friday 12th to Sunday 28th May. For booking and details check http://www.nnfestival.org.uk or call 01603 766400.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG presents the MACIEK PYSZ QUARTET  on Sunday 2nd April. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Walthamstow: E17 Jazz are at Maud, 186, Hoe Street, E17 4QH on Thursday 13th April with MICHAEL DE SOUZA’S SNOOZE TRIO. 8.30-11pm. £8/5. Kids free.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents jazz on Wednesday 22nd March with the NICK MILLS BLUE NOTE PROJECT. £5/£6.

 

 

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There will be a Veterans of War Charity Music Evening on 12 May, 8.30 - 11pm with  Ian Parker of The Hollies performing with Miss Chrissy Lee (Europe's finest female drummer) and compère Paul Wood.  There will be a buffet and raffle.  The venue is Grove Social Club, Grove Road, Chadwell Heath, RM6 4AQ - tickets £10 07940 161223

Harmony In Harlem the Cambridge-based big band specialising in authentic Duke Ellington, are performing a fresh selection of Ellingtonia from the 1930s to 1950s at St John's ARC, Harlow, 7:30pm on Saturday 22nd April. Tickets £15/£12 on the door. St John’s Arts and Recreation Centre, St John’s Walk, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ, Tel:  01279 442447  http://www.harmonyinharlem.co.uk/ http://www.stjohnsarc.org.uk/

SOUTHWOLD JAZZ CLUB presents Love Songs from America and Brazil. Brigitte Beraha, Mark Crooks and the Chris Ingham Trio on Sat 22nd April.

‘leven o’clock, Saturday night – Easter treats from The Late Paul Barnes with the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music. Celebrating composer Henry Mancini performed by such as Diana Krall, Dave Grusin, Richard Rodney Bennett, John Wilson, Joey DeFrancesco and Marlene Ver Planck; plus the “voice” of the Pink Panther, the stealthy tenor of Plas Johnson. Also on the bill are Shorty Rogers, Herbie Mann and classic tracks from Ken Colyer and Chris Barber. All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, April 15 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. Superior rhythm & rhubarb for Easter.

Weds April 26^th  Live at Zedel - The Crazy Coqs, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED  Tel: 020 7734 4888  By George! It's Gershwin - Four hands piano with Jocelyn Abbott and Laura O'Gorman    Tickets £15     in...@brasseriezedel.com

http://www.jbgbevents.com/by-george!-its-gershwin-four-hands-piano-with-jocelyn-abbott-and-laura-ogorman.html      The legendary  American composer and musician George Gershwin wrote a wealth of music for the piano and was an involved supporter of the several transcriptions, for four hands,  of his orchestral music.  Two remarkable London based concert pianists, Jocelyn Abbott and Laura O’Gorman, making their Zedel debut, bring to life this wonderful music with a fresh vitality that will enchant lovers of Gershwin’s music and anyone who loves brilliant piano playing.  The programme includes the “I've got rhythm impromptu variations”, “Porgy and Bess suite”, a medley of Gershwin songs and concludes with the evergreen “Rhapsody in Blue”
“A superb performance of a delightful piano duo programme,  presented with real virtuosity and panache” – Cambridge Music Festival

Enjoy some cool jazz and hot tap as Jacqueline Pert returns to the Luna Lounge, 7 Church Lane, Leytonstone, E11 1HG. Sunday, April 23, 2017, 4-6pm. Accompanied by Gabriel Keen (keyboard), Phil Antonia (bass) and David Hawthorne (drums).

Easter Saturday Special on 15th April at 7:45 (doors 7pm)  Admission £10.  Embraceable Ella with Joanna Eden and Chris Ingham at Risbygate Sports and Social Club, Westley Rd, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3RR.  To reserve pay-on-the-door seats, text/call 07799 650009.

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or tickets– 0207 916 0545 

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

Being their sixth appearance at the Club, we welcome Java Jam, a fresh blend of diverse musical backgrounds coming together to create a fusion of jazz, easy listening and modern pop classics, sophisticated vocal harmonies, delivered with warmth, charm and elegance. Java jam with West End songstress Sarah-Jane Hassell, joined by the vocal talent of Bonnie Hassell and the accomplished Roger Levin Quartet, will take you on a musical journey including Burt Bacharach, Cole Porter, Manhattan Transfer & George Gershwin with a few surprises along the way, all played with style, fluidity and depth.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

 5 Apr:   Graham Pike (trumpet/harmonica/vocals) + Phil Mead (piano)

       with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

April 18th  -  Graham Hughes Sunshine Kings

Graham Hughes Tbe/Tom Dennis Tpt/David Horniblow Clt/Sax

May 2nd  -  Jack Free's Chicagoans

Free tbe/Pete Rudeforth tpt/John Crocker Clt sax/Tim Huskisson Piano/
Murray Salmon Bass /Martin Guy Dms

May 16th  -  Kid Tidiman's All Stars

Tidiman Tbe/ Denny Islett Tpt/Tim Huskisson Clt/Bob Albutt Banjo

June 6  -  The Tony Pitt All Stars

Pitt Bjo/Gresty tpt/Al nichols Reeds/Dave Hewitt Tbe

June 20th  -  T B A

July 4th -  Julian Stringle & The Chosen Men featuring Enrico Tomasso/Roy Williams

Enrico Tomasso Tpt Julian Stringle Clt/sax/Ldr/Roy Williams Tbe Tim Huskisson Piano Roger Curphy Bass /Les Circklen Drms

July 18th -  The Theydon Select Six
Peter Rudeforth Tpt/Ldr-Julian Stringle Sax ,Clt/Andy Flaxman Tbe/Tim Huskisson Piano.

Aug 1st  -  The Dart Valley Stompers

Jeremy HuggetReeds -vocs -Ldr/Graham Trevarton Tpt-vocs/Ron Milford Tbe -vocs/Howard Williams Bjo- Gtr/Tony Man Bass/ Chris Stocking Drums (There is a £1 Surcharge for this event)

Aug 15th  -  T B A

Sept 5th  -  T B A
Sept 19th  -  Kid Tidimans Allstars

Oct 3rd  -  T B A
Oct 17th  -  TJ Johnsons Jazz & Blues Band

Nov 7th  -  The Chosen Men
Nov 21  -  The Melvin Beddows Big Band (22piece)

Dec 5th  -  T B A
Dec 19th  -  T B A

JAZZ at O Bs’ Welcomes all Jazz Fans to our new venue, Old Brentwoods’ Club, Ashwells Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9SE     Thanks to the management of Old Brentwoods’ Club, since 31st January, 2017, Dave Grant continues to support Live Music on the last Tuesday each month bringing a kaleidoscope of jazz styles by talented professional guest musicians plus the resident trio of Hilary Cameron - keys, Ted Simkins - bass and Dave Grant - drums, in pleasant surroundings, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a licensed bar with snacks on request. Doors open 7pm, music from 8 till 10.45pm and entrance on door of £10.00.
For info. contact Dave Grant 01708 or Richard 07935 441616 or on e-mail gr...@aol.com.  Website: www.jazzatobs.co.uk

Tuesday, 25th April     ‘Ivory & Ebony’  DIVA LEGENDS  featuring the keyboards of Sandra Lambert, Jenny Carr and Hilary Cameron bringing back the memorable hits of legendary female jazz pianists past, such as, Mary Lou Williams, Marion McPartland, Shirley Horn, Nina Simone, the wistful Blossom Dearie and other well known pianists.

Sandra Lambert has enjoyed a massive cosmopolitain musical career providing her with the ability to move freely between genres so distinguishing her from other pianists. She has recorded with a variety of artistes among them are Bette Midler, Cilla Black, Humphrey Littleton and was Helen Shapiro’s MD in the 90’s. She currently leads a quintet aptly named ‘Simply Swing’.
Jenny Carr, a classically trained pianist arrived from Australia in the ’90’s as the keyboard / backing vocalist for Jason Donovan’s world tour playing the Wembley arena. Since then she has worked with Beverley Craven, Billy Ocean and Imelda May. Currently freelancing with numerous jazz groups she accompany’s vocalists Sarah Moule, Nina Ferro and Barb Jungr.
Hilary Cameron, began her career in classical music, then spent two years studying jazz at Manhattan School of Music playing clubs and venues across New York. Back in London she worked with Womack & Womack and then formed her own jazz / latin trio. playing and working with a host of jazz musicians such as Derek Nash, Al Nicholls, Ken Peplowski and Trudy Kerr.

Tuesday, 30th May       GUITAR MASTERS RECALLED  featuring the guitar duo of Andy Watson and Simon Hurley who will be recalling the music and styles of many legendary jazz guitarists over the past century.

Andy Watson, has tutored, arranged and played with just about everyone having toured and playing extensively in television, theatre and radio across the UK and in jazz concerts abroad. Having tutored many guitar stars of the future he is highly sought after by budding young guitarists aiming to reach the highest pinnacles in jazz. Tonight Andy will be playing with one of his earlier highly successful pupils.
Simon Hurley, having studied with Andy is now making his own niche in jazz as well as being competent in many styles, from rock, blues to country and funk and whatever theatre work requires. He also regularly performs with with large and small jazz ensembles around the UK.  His jazz playing is much inspired by that of Joe Pass and the maestro, Martin Taylor, has described his playing as ‘Just Beautiful’.

Tuesday, 27th June    THAT FREE FLOW SWING THING   featuring Al Nicholls, tenor sax. and Jeff Williams, trombone who bring that wonderful swing era of the 40’s and 50’s produced by Ellington, Basie and Dorsey bands.

Al Nicholls is just one of countless jazz musicians who graduated from Leeds College of Music and for twenty or more years made endless appearances across the world. Al’s style is similar to that free flow sound of Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Ventura having developed that laid back effortless style. He currently leads the swing band ‘Blue Harlem’ and is a regular sideman of T.J.Johnson’s band
Jeff Williams has a playing style, full of spirit, exuberance and inventiveness from the collaboration with Al Nicholls over a score or more years. He recalls how they first met, in a pub! now that’s no surprise for a musician. Jeff currently leads the ‘Mississipi Swamp Dogs’ a blues sextet of New Orleans origins performing in such notable London venues as Ronnie Scotts, Bulls Head and Boisdales.

Tuesday, 25th July     STRINGS & SONGBIRD   featuring Mike Sagrott, guitar and Sharon Scott, vocals, accompanied by the resident trio, will be recalling her favourite tunes.

Mike Sagrott began strumming a guitar in his teens that inevitably led him into rock and blues sounds until he bought a Wes Montgomery LP by mistake!  A long journey ensued into his discovery of jazz as he learnt with local bands. Suddenly family business commitments took over his life which lasted for almost thirty years until his retirement when he began picking up the threads once again and plays with the Kenny Baxter Quintet and co-leads his own group Timeline.
Sharon Scott, a frequent visitor to the Club is a rare breed of singer particularly with ballads, that may have come from singing in the church since the age of three in her home town of Glasgow. By 1986 she became domiciled in the South with music remaining her greatest love and singing at every opportunity in recalling her favourite female vocalists, from the hits of Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne and Sassy Sarah Vaughan.

Tuesday, 29th August     HORNS OUT FRONT     featuring the multi-instrumentalist, Paul Higgs, trumpet, and Kevin Mcmahon, tenor sax, a very smooth musician, both of whom will be Horns Out Front accompanied by the resident trio.

Paul Higgs, a frequent visitor to the Club continues to perform at the highest level blending classical and jazz styles with simple ease. His CD ‘Pavanne’ reached No.1 in One World Charts.   His recent collaboration with the Chris Ingram Quartet on the crafted biography of Hoagy Carmichael created CD’s ‘Hoagy’  and ‘Dudley’  highlighting the delightful music of Dudley Moore that are bringing great acclaim. Paul’s own show titled ‘A Brief History of Jazz’ is a fantastic tour of jazz history as recorded by trumpeters of the past.
Kevin Mcmahon hails from Dublin, in the emerald isles and currently leads his group ‘Swing Odyssey’ and plays at top London venues. His influences have been the great tenor players of Stan Getz, Lester Young and Dexter Gordon with a sound that veers between mainstream to swing with ballads and blues. He has recorded three of CD’s with  ‘Sometimes I’m Happy’, ’Stardust’ and his latest ‘Your Choice’.  Welcome back Kevin with those ballads and blues reflecting classic looks and taste.

Tuesday, 26th September     SINATRA’S SONGBOOK      featuring John Withers, vibraphone, accompanying Paul Wood, vocals, through the vast songbook of Frank Sinatra with which Paul entertained for many years on cruises with his ‘Salute to Sinatra’ tour.
John Withers, a self taught percussionist at home with either drums or vibraphone has played with a number of big bands as well as a host of celebrities. He never fails to entertain, so is it little wonder he is in constant demand gigging around jazz clubs with his eclectic choice of music. Tonight his programme will centre around Sinatra’s Songbook.
Paul Wood, found singing came naturally, soon entertaining publicly at every opportunity. He is a well respected in demand vocalist with his own particular approach to a song whether a delicate ballad or rhythmic swing tune that not many are able to match. He has travelled extensively in Europe and North America appearing with many big bands such as Glenn Miller Memorial Orchestra, Syd Lawrence Orchestra and James Last to name but a few. Listen to him croon his way through the Sinatra Songbook with ease and that cheeky little smile.

ANNIE'S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie's Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

TUESDAY 18TH OF APRIL.  NEIL ANGILLEY & TRIO PERFORMING LATIN CLASSICS THROUGH THE AGES.   A specially commissioned performance of the Latin tunes we all know and love with one of the most amazing Latin piano specialists. With license to thrill on tunes such as Brazil, Sway & Cherry Pink.

TUESDAY  25TH OF APRIL.  THE JAZZ OF DUDLEY MOORE.   The Chris Ingham Quartet perform the music of this popular comedian & accomplished musician. An informative , highly professional quartet who play flawlessly on every project they undertake. The Jazz of Dudley Moore is their latest offering.

TUESDAY  2ND OF MAY.  THE BOATERS PROJECT.  JACQUI HICKS, SIMON CARTER, PHIL MULFORD & FROSTY BEEDLE.   Showcasing the sensational voice of Shakatak's Jacqui Hicks.  An amazing quartet performing new twists on soul classics  & reworked jazz standards.

TUESDAY  9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY  16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY  23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY  30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K's best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 “SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Thursday 13^th April – 8.00pm

Essex Easter Jazz Workshop Concert (sponsored by the Spike Robinson Scholarship fund)
Admission £6.00 (all money raise goes to Charity)

Tuesday  18^th April – 8.00pm
Deelee Dube with the Renato D'Aiello Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

16th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Christine and the Stackyard Stompers. An evening of traditional 1920’s New Orleans jazz with Christine Woodcock on trombone and vocals. It’s the first time at the club for this famous band, so come and enjoy the jazz!

GC's JAZZ CLUB at The Woolpack, 23 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0DN 01245 – 259295. First Sunday in Every Month 8.30pm - 11pm. Free Admission. Food Available.   Est 2012 Celebrating Five years!     www.graemeculham.com

Sunday 7^th May     NEALE RIDDING  Flute/Saxophone
Neale is a active musician on the London scene and guests at various jazz clubs around the UK.  He is possibly the best jazz flutist in the UK and has a big Tubby Hayes Tenor saxophone sound.
Sam Edwards – Keyboards.    Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 4^th June    'RENOWN UK JAZZ GUITARIST''
ESMOND SELWYN  www.esmondselwyn.com   This is Esmond's first visit to the club. He is one of the top jazz guitarist in the UK. I look forward to his exciting and melodic playing. Checkout his website. Not to be missed.  Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums

Sunday 2^nd July     REG WEBB 

Vocals/Keyboards
One of the innovators of the UK's Jazz Fusion scene with his own band 'Fusion' which became the 'Reg Webb Band' featuring Nik Kershaw.   Ben Hearn - Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

NEW TIMES! 8pm  – 10.30pm 

Sunday 6^th August 2017     MICK FOSTER  Saxophone~
Mick has played and recorded with a wide range of bands and musicians including  'The London Jazz Orchestra' , 'Back To Basie Orchestra' John Dankworth & Cleo Laine,Guy Barker and Ginger Baker.
Gabriel Keen – Keyboard  Alex Keen – String Bass  Graeme Culham - Drums.

Sunday 3^rd September 2017      JOHN WITHERS  Vibraphone
John is a multi talented musician playing drums as well as vibraphone. He has been in great demand on the London scene for many years and was a long time member of the Ken Turner big band.
Neale Ridding - Keyboard. Roger Curphey – String Bass. Martin Guy - Drums.

Sunday 1^st October 2017      RICHARD EXALL  Saxophone
Richard Has worked with big bands such as the Glen Miller Orchestra UK, Nelson Riddle Orchestra UK and bands such as Robin Jones King Salsa. A regular member of the Chris Barber band since 2004.
Tim Huskisson - Keyboard. - Roger Curphey String Bass. Graeme Culham - Drums.

Sunday 5^th November 2017      SIMON HURLEY  Guitar
His playing is much inspired by Joe Pass and Martin Taylor who is quoted as saying that “Simon's playing is just beautiful”.
Sam Edwards – Keyboards.  Jose Canha - String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums.

Sunday 3^rd December 2017     SIMON SPILLETT  Saxophone

British jazz award winner, Author, Band leader, Patron of the Jazz Centre UK, Tubby Hayes prodigy.  Simon returns with his powerful and driving style with the Peter Lemer trio. Peter is a regular member of the Barbara Thompson band 'Paraphernalia' and has played with bands such as UK Drummer Ginger Baker's 'Gurvitz Army'.
Peter Lemer – Keyboards.  Jose Canha – String Bass.  Graeme Culham – Drums.

e17 JAZZ - The award winning e17 jazz collective presents concerts on the last Wednesday of each month featuring local musicians of national renown plus exciting guest stars in a relaxed jazz club setting. www.e17jazz.com/whatson/ at their NEW VENUE - Gnome House, 7 Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 6DS. www.gnomehouse.org.uk 07739660449  www.e17jazz.com/whatson/

Thursday April 13th @ MAUD  Michael de Souza’s “Snooze Trio” 8.30-11pm,
£8/£5  (Kids under 15 go free)  186 Hoe St, Walthamstow, London E17 4QH
Michael De Souza - Guitar, Compositions
Huw Williams - Electric/ Upright Bass       Jay Davis - Drum Kit

This new trio led by Walthamstow based Guitarist Michael De Souza, will be performing all new original music, that draws upon sounds from contemporary jazz, rock and free improv. Having attended both Leeds College of Music and the Royal Academy of Music, Michael has learnt from and performed alongside leading international jazz artists including, Dave Holland, Dave Douglas and Joe Locke, and since graduating in 2014, he has performed with Terence Blanchard on a 4 date tour of the North, as well as with many more top UK musicians. This trio also features two of the most exciting and distinctive rising stars from London’s vibrant jazz scene, Jay Davis, and Huw Williams. Last time Michael performed for E17jazz, it was with his Rock-Jazz 4tet Big Bad Wolf, and the time before with his Quintet, so if you liked what you heard in the past, be sure to check out his new project!   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/393124

Thursday May 11th @ MAUD   Preston Glasgow Lowe
8.30-11pm, Price £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)

David Preston, Kevin Glasgow & Laurie Lowe are three of London's most creative young instrumentalists. Their music is a mash-up of relentless rhythmic energy, harmonic dystopia, and virtuosic improvisations.   Expanding the format of the guitar trio with intricate and unique compositions, they draw influence from an expansive array of styles, whilst maintaining a focused original sound.   Set to release their debut album on the internationally acclaimed Whirlwind Recordings, they will embark on an extensive UK tour early 2016.   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394983
“Dazzling ideas and sophisticated technique“ - Jazzwise
“Young jazz heavy weights…" - Timeout
“The trio thinking and acting as one produces a sound to behold" - The Herald

Thursday June 8th @ MAUD  Special Guest – Georgia Mancio With the Nick Tomalin Trio 8.30-11pm, £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)   www.georgiamancio.com

Georgia Mancio – Vocals           Nick Tomalin – Piano
Dominic Howles – Bass              Matt Fishwick - Drums
“[Mancio] has everything covered – technical mastery, expressive range and a remarkable versatility”   The Observer ****

Award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist, Georgia Mancio, has proved herself one of the Europe’s most original, adventurous and multi-faceted new artists.    In April Georgia and double Grammy-winning jazz pianist/composer, Alan Broadbent, sold out their debut headline show at Ronnie Scott’s with the launch of their co-written album Songbook.  Georgia’s other performances include: Bobby McFerrin, Sheila Jordan, Ian Shaw, Liane Carroll, Jason Rebello, Gwilym Simcock, Kate Williams, Darius Brubeck and Bobby Wellins among many others. As a lyricist her work has been approved by Pat Metheny.  She has completed several tours and produced, presented and performed in 5 annual editions of ReVoice! - her own universally acclaimed international voice festival.    In 2005 Georgia beat contestants from around the globe to take first prize at the Brussels International Jazz Singers’ Competition and was nominated Best Vocalist in 2014 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and twice nominated in London Jazz’s Musician of the Year 2016.

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

17 Apr - Easter Monday - NO JAZZ

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

16th April      -  Bob Dwyer's  BIX AND PIECES
30th April      -  Dave Rance's  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ. Last Wednesday of the month. The Farnham Conservative Club is a hidden gem of a venue in the centre of town with drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and free parking.  Curry available from 7 pm. Show 7.45pm - 10.15 pm. All welcome.   Admission £12 (online bookings + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk

26th April 2017 - Georgina Jackson - Tribute To The Divas & Crooners with Special Guest Pete Long (Sax & Clarinet),  Sandra Lambert (Piano), Mick Hutton (Double Bass), Steve Rushton (Drums).   Georgina Jackson is a vivacious, stylish vocalist and trumpeter who has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with both the BBC Big Band and the BBC Concert Orchestra.  She is joined by one of the UK’s top reedmen, leader of the Ronnie Scott Orchestra and all round jazz raconteur Pete Long.
“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”  - Sunday Times

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance
To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 14 April: Due to to unforeseen circumstances, Georgina Jackson will not be appearing at the Hunter Club tonight. However, we are delighted to welcome back the brilliant Ms Joanna Eden with the Chris Ingham Trio presenting her new jazz show

Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Monday 24th April 2017 - The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

April 18th  Kingsclub 7   Our regular house band led by John Davis, featuring the usual front line of leader on alto/soprano  sax with John Mole on tenor sax and John Bridge on trombone.

April 25th  Jolly Jazzers a popular local band of long standing who provide entertainment at many functions at everything from 100th birthdays to steam rallies, and much in between! The collection (if there is one!) will go to the St. Francis Hospice, a very worthwhile local organisation which the band supports.

May 2nd Treble Clef. With John Davis on alto sax / flute / piano , Jonathan Grogan guitar and Chris Hargreaves bass. A drumless quiet laid back trio playing a mixture of latin,swing and bepop. Vocals by Bryony.

May 9th Cliff Longhurst small group. Cliff runs the acclaimed ‘Jazz Knights’ big band and presents here a perfectly formed small version, with the usual top players and singers. Not to be missed!

May 16th The Jim Phillips Big Band. Presented by Jim on baritone sax, this well known big band in the classic tradition. Driving swing with new and old favourites.

May 23rd Stolen Moments. A 7piece band playing intriguing and varied arrangements of mainstream jazz. Led By Julian Rhys-Williams on saxes,  Graham Pike on trumpet/flugel and harmonica plus vocals from Annie Dehany-Smith.

May 30th Hertswing Big Band. Big, bouncy and Basie style Swing, the very best!  A popular programme of favourites  all aided by Vicky our star vocalist.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm

• Ample parking; fully accessible - info 01787 211865

• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

April 15
May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  13^th April – 8.30pm

From the USA Scott Hamilton with John Pearce, Dave Green & Steve Brown
Tickets £16.00 members £13.00

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm
Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB is held on the first Sunday of every month at Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0QG

SUNDAY 7 MAY - THE REG WEBB TRIO.  The return of the charismatic and intensely soulful Reg Webb (vocals/keyboards), a long time favourite at Milestones for his blend of styles that ranges from jazz standards and blues to pop and electric fusion. Supported by the great Andy Staples (bass guitar) and Andrew Dowding (drums) performing with a driving sense of urgency to hold everyone's attention.  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

SUNDAY 4 JUNE - THE BUTTON BAND.  Guitarist and composer Andrew Button returns to Milestones as part of a UK tour, leading his London band through originals that reflect the influence of Bill Frisell, John Scofield and Loose Tubes. Sometimes playful, sometimes melancholy, always quietly grooving - contemporary jazz featuring the great Andy Woolf (tenor sax), Dave Manington (double bass) and Marek Dorcik (drums).  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 4th June – CRISSY LEE BAND

Sunday 18th June – DEBBY BRACKNELL

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

April 13th   8pm   £12  GEORGINA JACKSON  &  PETE LONG WITH THE CHRIS INGHAM TRIO  www.georginajackson.net // www.plong.co.uk // www.chrisingham.co.uk

GEORGINA JACKSON One of our leading vocalists in the Peggy Lee style & an amazing trumpeter.  Georgina is the vocalist in the Ronnie Scott Orchestra -- she also travels world wide as a solo  performer -- More recently she can be seen on some of the worlds luxury cruise ships.  A well accomplished trumpeter - Georgina use to front her own big band.  With her own charm & funny tales --these two make for a great show.
PETE LONG saxes & clarinet & great raconteur. Brit Jazz award winner for his Big Band The Echoes of Ellington-- recently here for a great night with his Pocket Basie & also has a Goodman band & leads The Ronnie Scott Orchestra

CHRIS INGHAM piano  One of the UKs leading pianists & very well known for his Hoagy Carmichael gigs
DAVE GREEN double bass.  Multi Brit Jazz Award Winner - World Class Bassist - The Best
GEORGE DOUBLE  drums .Last year he made his first gig at The FJC -& it was very impressive --- Very active - great style & organiser for The Chris Ingham Trio

April 20th      8pm      £12    The wonderful music of JJ & K ~~ Played by two of the UK's finest trombone players... GORDON CAMPBELL  &  ROBBIE HARVEY

GORDON CAMPBELL is one of this country's finest trombone players. He is much in demand & is a permanent member of the much acclaimed John Wilson Orchestra & The BBC big band.  GC is The Trombone Professor at The Royal Marines School of Music Portsmouth.
ROBBIE HARVEY has performed world wide in big bands & orchestras -- including The BBC big band & The Guy Barker Orchestra & many others of note.  All of this plus a well tuned & experienced rhythm section.
JOHN PEARCE piano   PAUL MORGAN double bass   BOBBY WORTH drums

April 27th    THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ     8pm      £12

From the London Stage --- All Star cast playing the music of Al Jolson
JAZZIN' JOLSON  Produced by Berny Stringle  They were here last year & were so good that we had to have them back    ENRICO  TOMASSO trumpet      CHRIS GOWER  trombone  JULIAN MARC STRINGLE sax & clarinet   NIC DAWSON piano  ANDREW CLEYNDERT double bass     ROD BROWN drums  This is Just too good to miss

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by Steve Waterman 

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BIG BAND JAZZ AT THE MANOR. London’s Sunday lunchtime show-case for the biggest and best names in British Big Band Jazz, is starting regular concerts at the Ruislip Conservative Club. Performances are SUNDAYS 12:30 to 3:00 pm at the Function Room, Ruislip Conservative Club, 56-58 Ickenham Road (near West Ruislip tube station), Ruislip HA4 7DQ
http://www.jazzupstairs.comxa.com/ruislip.html   Admission £10

Jazz Brunch at The Queen Street Brewhouse, 7 Queen St, Colchester, CO1 2PG. Free. Last Sunday of the month, 1pm-5pm. 1pm-3pm Dixieland style with The Goodtimes Jazz Band, 3pm-5pm The East Coast Guitar Trio. Excellent range of real ale and Belgian beers, light  brunch available

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

21 April, 8.30PM. FG with the Collie/McCuun Collective. POSK Café. 238 King Street, London, W6 ORF, 07415 892436.£8. www.jazzcafeposk.org

24 April, 8PM. FG with Henry Lowther and Brian Knapp Trio. Ruislip Golf Club. Ickenham Road, Ruislip,HA4 7DQ. 01895 632394. £8.

4 May, 8PM. FG w/Adrian Fry and the Hughie Ockendon Trio. Eltham Warren Golf Club. Bexley Road, SE9 2PE.0208 850 4477.£8.

25 May, 8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com.£8.

18 June, 1-3PM. W/Kevin Fitzsimmons.Pizza Express.10 Dean Street, W1D 017.www.pizzaexpresslive.com. £15.

19 June, 8PM.w/Alan Barnes, Graham Harvey, Arnie Somogi and Mark Hale.Bedford Arms, 2 Bromham Rd, MK40 2QA.01234 214656.Free

14 July, 6.30-7.30PM. W/Tina May and Martin Litton. Foyles Book Shop. 107 Charing Cross Road, WC2H.www.foyles.co.uk. £10.

2 August, 8PM. W/Roan Kersey Lawson and Friends. The Roffen,41 New Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1DX. 01634 365 453.£10.

15 August, 8PM. FG with Kevin Fitzsimmons. Annies Jazz Club.Thorpe Hall Golf Club. Thorpe Hall Avenue. Essex, SS1 3AT.£10. www.thorpehall.co.uk

18 August, 7PM. W/Henry Lowther. Drayton Court Jazz Festival. 2, The Avenue, Ealing, W13.997 10109.£5.

30 August,12.30PM. W/Alex Garnett and Jack Honeybourne Trio. The Spice of Life.6 Moor St, London, W1D 5NA.£6.

6 Sept, 8PM. FG W/Tina May and the Swing Unlimited Big Band. Parley Sports and Social Club. 275 Christchurch Road, West Parley, Ferndown, BH22 8SQ. 07771 267445.£10.

7 Sept, 8PM FG W/Tina May, Jez Brown, Rod Youngs and Gareth Williams. Celebrating Ella's Centenary- 100 years of Song. Dorchester Corn Exchange, High E Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF. 01305 819039. £14 www.dorchesterarts.org.uk

10 Oct,8.45PM. The Polo Sticks w/Alan Barnes, Martin Nickless, Charlie Wood, Dave Jenkins, Les Cirkel. The Stables.Wavendon, MK17 8LU.01908 280800. www.stables.org. £10.

25 Nov, 7.30PM. w/Tina May, Nick Weldon, Dave Olney, Richard Pite. Celebrating Ella and Fats. Pavenham Village Hall. Pavenham, Beds, MK43 7PE.£12.

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Carol Braithwaite gig listing (more information website: carolbraithwaite.com)
Friday 14th April – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.
Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.
Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Saturday 15th April  - North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU
with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 - 3pm
Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Wednesday 19th April - Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue,
Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .
Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Guest: Goff Dubber - sax/clarinet.

dairy dates
12/5/17 - Billericay
17/5/17 - Essex County Bowls - Paul Higgs
20/5/17 - North Weald

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Fri. 14th April. Farnborough Jazz Club, Farnborough Sports Club, Farrow Field, High Street, Farnborough, Kent, BR6 7BA. 8.00-11.00pm  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. April 16th. Springhouse Jazz Club, Springhouse Road, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Wed 19th April. Amersham Jazz Club. Beaconsfield Sycob F.C., Hall Barn,  Holloway Park,  Windsor Road,  Beaconsfield,  Bucks  HP9 2SE. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun 30th April. The Pool, Little Venice 12.00 – 3.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Mon 1st May   The Pool, Little Venice 1:30 - 4.00pm With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.
Sun. 7th May. The Globe On Morning Lane, Hackney, E9 6NA. 12.30 – 3.30 pm. – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Mon. 8th May,  Griffin Park Jazz Club, Brentwood F.C., the Hive, Braemar Road, Brentford, TW8 0NT. 8.00 – 11.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Wed. 10th May New Reading Jazz Club. Sonning Lane, Reading, RG4 6ST. 8.00 – 10.30pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 11th May. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Wed 17th May. Sutton Coldfield Traditional Jazz Club, Warmley Social Club, 4 Fox Hollies Road, B76 2RJ. 8.30-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Thurs 8th June. Pumphouse, Jazz Club, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford, WD17 2JP. 8.15-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 11th Jun. 2017. The Globe On Morning Lane, Hackney, E9 6NA. 12.30 – 3.30 pm. – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Thurs. 15th Jun.  Sidcup Jazz Club, Sidcup and Footscray Utd. Services Club, 108, Main Road. Sidcup, DA14 6NE. 8.00-10.30pm.

Wed. 21st June. New Townhouse Jazz Club, Cheshunt & Waltham Cross Conservative Club, Eleanor Cross Road, Waltham Cross, Herts., EN8 7LA. 8.15 -11.oopm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 2nd July, 2017. Hornchurch Jazz Club, Conservative Club, 25 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1RS. 8.30 – 11.00. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri. 14th July.  Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 16th July. Ramsgate. 8.00 – 10.30pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 23rd July. The Globe On Morning Lane, Hackney, E9 6NA. 12.30 – 3.30 pm. – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Sun. 30th July. Colchester Jazz Club, Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, Colchester, CO6 1EJ. 7.45-10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri 18th Aug. Runnymede Jazz Club. Heriot Rd, Chertsey KT16 9BU.8.00-10.30pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 17th Sept. Half Moon, 31 North Street, Bishops Stortford, CM23 2LD. 8.00-10.30pm – with Bill Cornell Jazz Band.

Thurs 28th Sept. 1066 Jazz Club. Marina, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 0BU. 8.00-11.00pm. With Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces

 Sun. 1st Oct. 2017. The Globe On Morning Lane, Hackney, E9 6NA. 12.30 – 3.30 pm. – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Thurs. 5th Oct. The Swan, High Street, Chaddesley Corbett, Nr Kiddderminster, DY10 4SD.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.
Fri. 6th Oct. Newbold Verdon Jazz Club, Social Club, Main street, Newbold Verdon, Leicester, LE9 9NP. 8.00 – 10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 8th Oct. Hornchurch Jazz Club, Conservative Club, 25 North Street, Hornchurch, RM11 1RS. 8.30 – 11.00. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Fri. 13th Oct. Farnborough Jazz Club, Farrow Fields, High street, BR6 7BA. 8.00 – 11.00pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

Sun. 12th Nov. Colchester Jazz Club, Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, Colchester, CO6 1EJ. 7.45-10.30pm.  – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces.

RON SPACK’S JAZZTET at THE OAKWOOD. 564 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, SS9 5HX. Tel: 01702 512819. Every Monday. Free 8.30 till 11.00pm. Meals served during the evening.  Ron Spack's Jazztet, Ron leading on bass

RON SPACK’S LUNCHTIME JAZZ at THE WESTCLIFF HOTEL. 18-20, Westcliff Parade, Westcliff on Sea, Esse. SSO 7QW. 01702 345247. Sunday 1pm. Ron on Bass, plus guest.

PETER JEZARD FORTHCOMING GIGS

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 - 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band.    In the Wagon in Wix on  Wednesday March 15th from 8:30  to 11 pm  and on the 3rd Wednesday of every month during 2017  There will be happy jazz provided The Blackwater Band

This month sees the return of Kevin Harris on drums and special guest  Richard (Trummy) Mayhew on trombone.  The ‘usual suspects’ are also lined up. Mel Cox banjo/guitar,Brian Hart clarinet/sax and Gerry (bass) with myself  vocals.

Oh yes. and one extra special guest with his annual rendition of ‘Doctor Jazz’

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Fri 5 May – SOUTHPORT The Atkinson
Sun 7 May – LINCOLN Jazz Week
*Sat 10 June - COSSINGTON Village Hall*
Thurs 22 June – CAMBRIDGE Jazz Club
Sun 16 July – IPSWICH Jazz Club
*Sun 23 July - RADLETT Arts Centre*
Sun 3 Sep – RADLETT Arts Centre
Sun 24 Sep – COLCHESTER Arts Centre

THE BOTTLENECK BLUES CLUB meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £12, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced available to eat at your table if required.

Further information, upcoming shows, available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members - Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm - 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 - 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge - Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm - 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free - starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS - Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE - 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award - Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

WEDNESDAY 19^th April – PIXEL – Leading Norwegian powerhouse indie-jazz ensemble featuring ELLEN ANDREA WANG double bass/vocals, JONAS KILMORK VEMØY trumpet, HARALD LASSEN tenor sax/vocals & JON AUDUN BAAR drums (with everyone contributing vocals).

www.tonyjacobs.net You'll see on the home page that I am on Facebook so if you'd like to connect that way, click on the link. I am also struggling with Twitter!!! Of course you can always email me at t...@tonyjacobs.net

My recent weekend at South Downs Holiday Village sold out so as well as returning there next Spring and Autumn, I have a third weekend in June 'FROM DIXIELAND TO SWING'.
Make a note in your diaries of three more weekends  of Swing, Hot Jazz and Cabaret in 2017 at the same great venue: March 10/11/12, July 7/8/9 and October 20/21/22.
Warners Thorseby Hall Hotel in Nottinghamshire have asked me to present a four day music event on May 15th,16th,17th,18th 2017. The line-up will include the Bateman Brothers' Ultimate Louis Armstrong Show - with guests Enrico Tomasso and 'Spats' Langham, the Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra, the Tony Jacobs Big Band, the American and British Songbook Show, the Swing Time Jivers and daytime events which will include a tea-dance, a dance workshop and cabaret.

*** MUSIC COURSES ***

 John Seeley’s Jazz and Saxophone Group
If playing as part of a group appeals to you, why not join John Seeley’s Jazz and Saxophone Group?  I run my own Jazz Workshop and Saxophone Workshop on alternative Thursday evenings, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at St Michael and All Angels Church in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.  £7 Entry.   All ability levels and instruments are welcome, there is no need to book, just come along and join in!   We are a relaxed, friendly, welcoming group and are always looking for more members to join our Jazz family!

Jazz Workshop
The aim of this workshop is to provide a creative and relaxed atmosphere for musicians of all levels, to learn theory aspects of music, and gain practical knowledge of performing.  The music used will range from Hard Bop, Modern to Contemporary Jazz, and will be arranged to a high level.

Workshop dates:

13^th, 27^th April 2017
11^th, 25^th May 2017
8^th June 2017

Saxophone Workshop
The workshop aims to develop saxophone technique and performance in a friendly creative environment.  Each class explores saxophone and musicianship skills that will enhance the individual and group performer.  This includes music theory, methods of practice, sight reading, improvisation, aural work, and specific concepts to increase your knowledge on the saxophone.  This is worked concurrently with a repertoire of saxophone music from different genres of music with a focus on Classical and Jazz.

Workshop dates:

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John Petters Dixie Five with Peter Rudeforth, trumpet, Tim Huskisson, clarinet, Martin Litton, piano, Keith Donald, bass on Thursday 27th April at St John's Arts Centre, St John'[s Walk Market St, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ at 8PM - Admission: £10. Details Tel: 01406 365 731 - e-mail: Tjp...@traditional-jazz.com   A session of sizzling, hot traditional jazz is promised

Peter Rudeforth was born in Aberystwyth, Wales on 20th March 1963. He began playing the trumpet aged seven. Whilst in school he developed his interest in many types of music, playing for brass bands, orchestras, shows and forming his own jazz band. Aged sixteen he was in demand as concerto soloist, broadcasting live on radio and television. At this time he also made a commercial recording of a Vivaldi Concerto.
A long and colourful career as one of the country's top trumpeters has seen Peter perform with many of the name jazz outfits, including Acker Bilk's Paramount Jazzband, Kenny Ball's Jazzmen and commencing in 2008, his current tenure with the famous Chris Barber band.  Regular favourite, Tim Huskisson returns on clarinet alongside piano professor Martin Litton, recently heard on Radio 3 and Harlow bass ace, Keith Donald.  With the leader's explosive drumming, this session is sure to raise the roof on the Old St John's Church where the session takes place.

Wednesday 26th April:  Interplay featuring John Seeley at the Railway Hotel in Southend.  Free admission and the music starts at 8:25pm

‘leven o’clock, Saturday night - make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz and swing and classic popular music. A centenary tribute to the vocal genius of Ella Fitzgerald. Ira Gershwin, lyric-writing brother of George, said “I never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella Fitzgerald sing them.” Other song-writers such as Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Rodgers & Hart, Johnny Mercer, could very well have said the same. Hear her tonight in company with Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Oscar Peterson and Louis Armstrong. All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, April 22 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. Rhythm & rhubarb at its best.

Breathe Saxophone Group Music Concert  Friday 19th May at 8:00pm at All Saints Church, Church Avenue, Highams Park, E4 9QD.  This newly formed sextet will be debuting original arrangements from an eclectic mix of musical styles and genre’s, from baroque and classical, to film music, gospel and M-BASE inspired contemporary jazz.  Included, will be pieces by Vivaldi, Bach, Bill Evans and Billy Strayhorn.  Tickets £6.50, under 10’s free.  For more information go to breathesaxophonegroup.eventbrite.co.uk

There will be a Veterans of War Charity Music Evening on 12 May, 8.30 - 11pm with  Ian Parker of The Hollies performing with Miss Chrissy Lee (Europe's finest female drummer) and compère Paul Wood.  There will be a buffet and raffle.  The venue is Grove Social Club, Grove Road, Chadwell Heath, RM6 4AQ - tickets £10 07940 161223

Ramsgate Seaside Shuffle, Small Boat Owners Club House, Guildford Lawn, has the Dave Ware's Hotshots, 29 April, 12 Noon, Tickets £12.00 including buffet lunch.

Harmony In Harlem the Cambridge-based big band specialising in authentic Duke Ellington, are performing a fresh selection of Ellingtonia from the 1930s to 1950s at St John's ARC, Harlow, 7:30pm on Saturday 22nd April. Tickets £15/£12 on the door. St John’s Arts and Recreation Centre, St John’s Walk, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ, Tel:  01279 442447  http://www.harmonyinharlem.co.uk/ http://www.stjohnsarc.org.uk/

SOUTHWOLD JAZZ CLUB presents Love Songs from America and Brazil. Brigitte Beraha, Mark Crooks and the Chris Ingham Trio on Sat 22nd April.

Weds April 26^th  Live at Zedel - The Crazy Coqs, 20 Sherwood Street, London, W1F 7ED  Tel: 020 7734 4888  By George! It's Gershwin - Four hands piano with Jocelyn Abbott and Laura O'Gorman    Tickets £15     in...@brasseriezedel.com

http://www.jbgbevents.com/by-george!-its-gershwin-four-hands-piano-with-jocelyn-abbott-and-laura-ogorman.html      The legendary  American composer and musician George Gershwin wrote a wealth of music for the piano and was an involved supporter of the several transcriptions, for four hands,  of his orchestral music.  Two remarkable London based concert pianists, Jocelyn Abbott and Laura O’Gorman, making their Zedel debut, bring to life this wonderful music with a fresh vitality that will enchant lovers of Gershwin’s music and anyone who loves brilliant piano playing.  The programme includes the “I've got rhythm impromptu variations”, “Porgy and Bess suite”, a medley of Gershwin songs and concludes with the evergreen “Rhapsody in Blue”
“A superb performance of a delightful piano duo programme,  presented with real virtuosity and panache” – Cambridge Music Festival

Enjoy some cool jazz and hot tap as Jacqueline Pert returns to the Luna Lounge, 7 Church Lane, Leytonstone, E11 1HG. Sunday, April 23, 2017, 4-6pm. Accompanied by Gabriel Keen (keyboard), Phil Antonia (bass) and David Hawthorne (drums).

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or tickets– 0207 916 0545 

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

26 Apr:   Paul Wood (vocals) + Cliff Hall (piano)

 3 May:   John McGinley (guitar) + Frank Sebastian (tenor) + Paul McGinley (piano)

10 May:  John Withers (vibes) + Gabriel Keen (piano)

17 May:  Leszek Kulascewicz (tenor) + t.b.c.

        with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

TUESDAY  25TH OF APRIL.  THE JAZZ OF DUDLEY MOORE.   The Chris Ingham Quartet perform the music of this popular comedian & accomplished musician. An informative , highly professional quartet who play flawlessly on every project they undertake. The Jazz of Dudley Moore is their latest offering.

TUESDAY  2ND OF MAY.  THE BOATERS PROJECT.  JACQUI HICKS, SIMON CARTER, PHIL MULFORD & FROSTY BEEDLE.   Showcasing the sensational voice of Shakatak's Jacqui Hicks.  An amazing quartet performing new twists on soul classics  & reworked jazz standards.

SUNDAY 7th MAY - FULLY BOOKED

TUESDAY  9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY  16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY  23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY  30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K's best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 “SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 9^th May – 8.00pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass and David Dyson drums

Tuesday 16^th May -8.00pm
Matt Wates Quartet

Tuesday 23^rd May – 8.00pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 20^th April
Sara Dowling Quartet   Admission £12.00

Thursday 18^th May – 8.30pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Olly Wilby – sax Simon Woolf – bass and Matt Home - drums   Admission £13.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4^th June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

30th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Jack Clifford Swingtette. Another wonderful end to another month of jazz at the club with an evening of traditional and jazz standards from the Swingtette. Jack’s clarinet and alto sax leads his ensemble with guests including, as usual, Tim Huskisson playing the piano Admission £9. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details.

Thursday May 11th @ MAUD   Preston Glasgow Lowe

8.30-11pm, Price £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)

David Preston, Kevin Glasgow & Laurie Lowe are three of London's most creative young instrumentalists. Their music is a mash-up of relentless rhythmic energy, harmonic dystopia, and virtuosic improvisations.   Expanding the format of the guitar trio with intricate and unique compositions, they draw influence from an expansive array of styles, whilst maintaining a focused original sound.   Set to release their debut album on the internationally acclaimed Whirlwind Recordings, they will embark on an extensive UK tour early 2016.   Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/394983
“Dazzling ideas and sophisticated technique“ - Jazzwise
“Young jazz heavy weights…" - Timeout
“The trio thinking and acting as one produces a sound to behold" - The Herald

Thursday June 8th @ MAUD  Special Guest – Georgia Mancio With the Nick Tomalin Trio 8.30-11pm, £8/£5 (Kids under 15 go free)   www.georgiamancio.com

Georgia Mancio – Vocals           Nick Tomalin – Piano
Dominic Howles – Bass              Matt Fishwick - Drums
“[Mancio] has everything covered – technical mastery, expressive range and a remarkable versatility”   The Observer ****
Award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist, Georgia Mancio, has proved herself one of the Europe’s most original, adventurous and multi-faceted new artists.    In April Georgia and double Grammy-winning jazz pianist/composer, Alan Broadbent, sold out their debut headline show at Ronnie Scott’s with the launch of their co-written album Songbook.  Georgia’s other performances include: Bobby McFerrin, Sheila Jordan, Ian Shaw, Liane Carroll, Jason Rebello, Gwilym Simcock, Kate Williams, Darius Brubeck and Bobby Wellins among many others. As a lyricist her work has been approved by Pat Metheny.  She has completed several tours and produced, presented and performed in 5 annual editions of ReVoice! - her own universally acclaimed international voice festival.    In 2005 Georgia beat contestants from around the globe to take first prize at the Brussels International Jazz Singers’ Competition and was nominated Best Vocalist in 2014 Parliamentary Jazz Awards and twice nominated in London Jazz’s Musician of the Year 2016.

Thursday July 13th @ MAUD  E17 Large Ensemble  Plus support from “Funk in the Forest”    8.30-11pm, Price £10/£8 (Kids under 15 go free)

The E17 Large Ensemble are a 13-piece contemporary jazz group comprising five saxes, three trumpets, voice, guitar, piano and bass, and are on the forefront of the UK contemporary jazz scene. It was formed ten years ago as the flagship ensemble of the E17 collective, one of the most significant music collectives to emerge in recent years. All members of the ensemble are respected bandleaders in their own right, and many have contributed their own original compositions to the group. Outside of the group, the musicians have collaborated with a huge range of established European jazz artists, including Tim Garland, Han Bennink, Andy Sheppard, Ivo Neame (Phronesis), Jamie Cullum, Django Bates, Zoe Rahman, Gwilym Simcock, Gwyneth Herbert and many others.
The Ensemble curated the first Walthamstow Jazz Festival in 2009 and commissioned a brand new work by the respected composer and pianist Liam Noble with financial assistance from Arts Council England.  It continues to promote ambitious and forward-thinking projects – with the latest commission written by the renowned composer Hans Koller, and inspired by Turkish traditional music seen through the prism of a jazz composer, with inspiration from Gil Evans’s masterpiece, Sketches of Spain.
This gig marks the bands debut at Maud.  They will be supported by a great young band from Waltham Forest Music Service – “Funk in the Forest” will play a short set then join in with the Large Ensemble on a number.
‘There are always surprises… it makes the journey worth taking’ (LondonJazz News)
Carlos Lopez Real, Josh Kemp, Rachel Musson, Tori Freestone, Mick Foster - saxes/flutes Robbie Robson, Tom Allan, Hugh Pascall - trumpets  Brigitte Beraha - voice  John Turville - piano, director  Jez Franks - guitar  Dave Manington - bass  Nick Smalley - drums

Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/399436

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

30th April      -  Dave Rance's  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests

Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ. Last Wednesday of the month. The Farnham Conservative Club is a hidden gem of a venue in the centre of town with drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and free parking.  Curry available from 7 pm. Show 7.45pm - 10.15 pm. All welcome.   Admission £12 (online bookings + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk

26th April 2017 - Georgina Jackson - Tribute To The Divas & Crooners with Special Guest Pete Long (Sax & Clarinet),  Sandra Lambert (Piano), Mick Hutton (Double Bass), Steve Rushton (Drums).   Georgina Jackson is a vivacious, stylish vocalist and trumpeter who has fronted several BBC broadcasts paying tribute to Peggy Lee with both the BBC Big Band and the BBC Concert Orchestra.  She is joined by one of the UK’s top reedmen, leader of the Ronnie Scott Orchestra and all round jazz raconteur Pete Long.
“If you cannot get tickets to see Diana Krall then Georgina Jackson makes a winning substitute”  - Sunday Times

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance
To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Monday 24th April 2017 - The Alley Cats

The Alley Cats features the punchy sound of Gary Plumley on tenor saxophone and Dennis Rollins on trombone together with a top class local rhythm section. Expect an evening of classic jazz tracks with a funky edge with tunes by well known artists such as Horace Silver, Cannonball Adderley, Grover Washington and Roberta Flack. Tickets £15

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

April 25th  Jolly Jazzers a popular local band of long standing who provide entertainment at many functions at everything from 100th birthdays to steam rallies, and much in between! The collection (if there is one!) will go to the St. Francis Hospice, a very worthwhile local organisation which the band supports.

May 2nd Treble Clef. With John Davis on alto sax / flute / piano , Jonathan Grogan guitar and Chris Hargreaves bass. A drumless quiet laid back trio playing a mixture of latin,swing and bepop. Vocals by Bryony.

May 9th Cliff Longhurst small group. Cliff runs the acclaimed ‘Jazz Knights’ big band and presents here a perfectly formed small version, with the usual top players and singers. Not to be missed!

May 16th The Jim Phillips Big Band. Presented by Jim on baritone sax, this well known big band in the classic tradition. Driving swing with new and old favourites.

May 23rd Stolen Moments. A 7piece band playing intriguing and varied arrangements of mainstream jazz. Led By Julian Rhys-Williams on saxes,  Graham Pike on trumpet/flugel and harmonica plus vocals from Annie Dehany-Smith.

May 30th Hertswing Big Band. Big, bouncy and Basie style Swing, the very best!  A popular programme of favourites  all aided by Vicky our star vocalist.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm
• Ample parking; fully accessible - info 01787 211865
• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

May 20                              June 17                             July 15

August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  27^th April – 8.30pm

Alan Barnes with Robin Aspland, Dave Chamberlain and Winston Clifford

Thursday  4^th May  – 8.30pm    SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA
A Golden Night of Swing Celebrating 50 glorious years.  Led by Chris Dean
Tickets £19.00 members £16.00

In 1967 Syd Lawrence formed what was to become the UK's most successful and longest running Big Band, performing in theatres all over Europe and regularly featuring on many TV shows such as Les Dawson, Morecambe and Wise, Pebble Mill, Wheel Tappers and Shunters and a Royal Variety performance.
With Radio 2 broadcasts every week and numerous album recordings, The Orchestra also toured with Tony Bennett, Matt Monro, Frankie Vaughan, Mel Torme and played concerts with Shirley Bassey all adding to the orchestra's gravitas.
And this wonderful Orchestra hasn't slowed down!  For the last 20 years the Orchestra has been led by virtuoso trombonist Chris Dean and has continued to fill theatres around the country,  making 14 albums under his baton and recording TV shows in England and Germany. Tours of Brazil and Holland, Belgium and Monaco have kept the band at the top of the big band world .

Thursday  11^th May  – 8.30pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass  Matt Fishwick drums

Thursday  25^th May – 8.30pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB is held on the first Sunday of every month at Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0QG

SUNDAY 7 MAY - THE REG WEBB TRIO.  The return of the charismatic and intensely soulful Reg Webb (vocals/keyboards), a long time favourite at Milestones for his blend of styles that ranges from jazz standards and blues to pop and electric fusion. Supported by the great Andy Staples (bass guitar) and Andrew Dowding (drums) performing with a driving sense of urgency to hold everyone's attention.  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

SUNDAY 4 JUNE - THE BUTTON BAND.  Guitarist and composer Andrew Button returns to Milestones as part of a UK tour, leading his London band through originals that reflect the influence of Bill Frisell, John Scofield and Loose Tubes. Sometimes playful, sometimes melancholy, always quietly grooving - contemporary jazz featuring the great Andy Woolf (tenor sax), Dave Manington (double bass) and Marek Dorcik (drums).  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 23rd Apr – KEVIN FITZSIMMONS

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 4th June – CRISSY LEE BAND

Sunday 18th June – DEBBY BRACKNELL

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

April 27th    THE BEST OF BRITISH JAZZ     8pm      £12

From the London Stage --- All Star cast playing the music of Al Jolson
JAZZIN' JOLSON  Produced by Berny Stringle  They were here last year & were so good that we had to have them back    ENRICO  TOMASSO trumpet      CHRIS GOWER  trombone  JULIAN MARC STRINGLE sax & clarinet   NIC DAWSON piano  ANDREW CLEYNDERT double bass     ROD BROWN drums  This is Just too good to miss

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by The British Jazz Award Winning Trumpet Star Steve Waterman     Yes that's right folks ~ a Full 16pc Big Band in the Jazz Club & still only £12

This is another FJC treat --to have a Full Size Big Band in the jazz club.  For this we have to thank the Brit Jazz Award Winning Trumpeter Steve Waterman for bringing this amazing outfit.  In Steve's other life he is also Professor of Jazz Studies at CCU & all of these musicians are full time students of the CCU music faculty.  Steve is excited as we are to have them returning to the jazz club , following on from their successful visit last year.  This will be a great night of Big Band Classics from the swing era - amazing sound in that room.
Due to the size of the band , the seating will be limited , as the sax section will be sitting where the front tables are normally situated ~~~ SO PLEASE BOOK EARLY

May 11th    THE CLARK TRACEY QUINTET  ( The Young Guns )     www.clarktracey.com

Clark Tracey drums & leader   Chris Maddock saxes    James Copus trumpet    Harry Bolt piano   Daniel Casimir double bass

A great combination of the UKs most talented young Jazz musicians led by the very experienced Brit Jazz award winning drummer Clark Tracey.  These are some of the most brilliant young jazz musicians in The UK  &  each one of them play & perform with skills & presentation far beyond their years.  They do play standards as well as some original charts- - Top quality Jazz that swings.  The top performance & discipline of this outstanding unit is all down to the leader  Clark Tracey & we welcome them back to The FJC

Tuesday     May 16th   The Swinging Sound of   THE  XENOPOULOS / PRICE  QUARTET  www.vasilisx.com // www.nigelprice.biz

Vasilis Xenopoulos tenor sax. This man is not just The Charismatic Greek ~~ He is also One of The Finest Tenor Saxophonists in Europe.  These two make a great team
Nigel Price guitar  Brilliant guitarist ~Brit Jazz Award Winner with over 400 appearances at Ronnie Scotts  ( as well as numerous times at The Coveted FJC !!! )
Dario Di Lecce  double bass Amazing young Italian bassist returning to The FJC ~ plays regularly with Alex Garnett , upstairs at Ronnies
Steve Brown drums -- This multi Brit Jazz Award Winner is always welcome ~~ & why not ~~ he is one of the best & a regular member of the Scott Hamilton Qt

May 25th      THE MICK FOSTER SEXTET Play The Authentic GERRY MULLIGAN  www.mickfoster.org.uk

Last year we asked Mick Foster to transcribe the charts of the two Gerry Mulligan Quartets, of his time with Chet Baker & his time with Bob Brookmeyer & to combine them into a sextet but remaining a pianoless West Coast outfit of a true Mulligan sound.  Mick also brought in the arranging skills of Adrian Fry & Robert Fowler to this project.  THE RESULT WAS AMAZING & that is why they are back .

Mick Foster baritone & leader. .This man is naturally the closest that I have ever seen anyone play like Mulligan - The tone --easy flow & stance is so much like the legend.
Robert Fowler tenor sax.. One of the UK's top saxophonist with a mass of Mulligan experience --He is the leader of the UK's Gerry Mulligan Big Band ~ Great to have him.
Shanti Jayasinha trumpet -Making his third visit to The FJC - Has a great CV & Web site.  This amazing young man will just blow you away - a great asset to any band..
Adrian Fry trombone Brilliant musician & recognised as one of the best big band arrangers in the UK.  He is also the leader of Bone Supremacy !!!
David Chamberlain double bass . Now a well established part of British jazz .  Swings like crazy & ideal for West Coast Jazz
Tristan Maillot drums  - Huge experience with this music & a great asset

Sun 30th April. The Pool, Little Venice 12.00 – 3.00pm. with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

Catfish appearing on the upcoming Tuesday 25th April.  A rare opportunity to support a younger band keeping the blues fresh and alive.  Winner of the Blues in Britain 2016 new band of the year award.Tickets £12.00, pay on the door.   Doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm.  Good food, reasonably priced, available to eat at your table if required.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members - Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm - 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 - 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge - Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm - 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free - starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS - Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE - 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award - Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

WEDNESDAY 26^th April LONDON CITY BIG BAND - Incredibly tight youthful ensemble playing faithful renditions taken from the books of Sinatra, Ella, Basie, Rich & James & led by top young trumpeter BARNEY LOWE. Doors open: 6pm, Music: 8-11pm - £10/£8 advance

Clare: Jazznights in the Cavendish Suite at The Bell, Market Hill, CO10 8NN on Sunday 23rd April features Ronnie Scott Club regular singer KEVIN FITZSIMMONS. 7.30-10pm. £10. Reserve seating by reply or call 01787 237653.

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH present “Jazz In The Foyer” on Friday 28th April with JULIET KELLY & JENNIFER CARR at 8pm. Box Office 0845 548 7650.

Saffron Walden: Spike’s Place at The Saffron Hotel, High Street, Essex, CB10 1AZ present the SARA DOWLING QUARTET on Thursday 20th April. 8.30pm start. £12.

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got THEO TRAVIS: DOUBLE TALK on Friday 21st April. Box Office 01787 211865. See details http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

Bishops Stortford: On Wednesday 26th April there’s Latin Jazz with QUE PASA at the Rhodes Hall. Starts at 7.30pm. http://www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk/events/live-midweek-music/.

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features ACOUSTIC BEATLES on Friday 19th May and DEREK NASH’S PICANTE on Friday 26th May. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org. 

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JO HARROP with the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO. Google for date. 11.30 start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

Bury St Edmunds: The Apex also presents STACEY KENT on Saturday 29th April. Box Office on 01284 758000.

Chelmsford: The TED BEAMENT TRIO are at ACanteen, 35 New London Rd, CM2 0ND with “Jazz For Dining” on Saturday 20th May. Around 8pm to 10.30ish. Book a table on 01245 205889. 

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents PARTIKEL on Sunday 7th May and on Thursday 18th May they have VEIN + support. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got ART THEMEN’S NEW DIRECTIONS QUINTET on Thursday 11th May. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Ipswich: The jazz club features THE CADILLAC KINGS on Sunday 23rd April at the California Club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. See http://www.ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.htm for details.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features JOHN ETHERIDGE’S BLUE SPIRITS on Tuesday 18th April. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Norwich: The Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, the BRAD MEHLDAU TRIO and a host of others from Friday 12th to Sunday 28th May. For booking and details check http://www.nnfestival.org.uk or call 01603 766400.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG present the REG WEBB TRIO on Sunday 7th May. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Walthamstow: E17 Jazz are at Maud, 186, Hoe Street, E17 4QH on Thursday 11th May with PRESTON GLASGOW LOWE. 8.30-11pm. £8/5. Kids free.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents the GRAHAM PIKE QUARTET on Wednesday 19th April. £5/£6

[Chris N]

Hi everyone

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‘leven o’clock, Saturday night - make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz, swing and classic popular music, great and small: from the mighty Duke Ellington Orchestra to the seductive little voice of Blossom Dearie. West Coast sounds are brought by Jimmy Giuffre and John Graas. All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, April 29 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also available nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. The Late Paul Barnes - rhythm & rhubarb of the finest kind.

National Jazz Archive fundraising concert - Trio Manouche featuring Quentin Collins on Saturday 24 June at 2:30 Loughton Methodist Church, 260 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1RB.  £15.  Founded by guitarist Simon Harris, Trio Manouche is a world-class gypsy jazz ensemble playing classic tunes of ’Hot Club of France’ legends, Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, plus Simon’s upbeat originals. The trio features two of the UK’s finest exponents of gypsy swing jazz, Ducato Piotrowski on acoustic guitar and Mark Lewandowski on bass. The Trio is joined by one of Europe's top jazz trumpet players, Quentin Collins.   TICKETS : www.nationaljazzarchive.org.uk/events T: 020 8502 4701 eve...@nationaljazzarchive.org.uk

National Jazz Archive expert talk - Stuart Nicholson on Saturday 13 May 2017, 2.30pm at Loughton Library, Traps Hill, Loughton, Essex IG10 1HD
Tickets: £5 on the door or in advance from 020 8502 4701     Stuart Nicholson will explore how we listen to music in general, and jazz in particular, in the new digital world, and how new technology is changing the experience.  Stuart is an award-winning music journalist and author. He is Visiting Professor at Leeds College of Music and has written eight books on jazz which have been translated into 13 languages. His latest book ‘Jazz: a beginners guide' has just been published.

Hadleigh Jazz Club presents The Jazz of Dudley Moore at 8pm on Sat 3rd June 2017  £14
Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  With The Chris Ingham Quartet
CHRIS INGHAM piano   PAUL HIGGS trumpet    MARIANNE WINDHAM bass    GEORGE DOUBLE drums.   Beloved comic actor Dudley Moore (1935-2002) was also one of the UK’s most dazzling, swinging jazz pianists and a composer of wit and depth. Following their acclaimed Hoagy project, the Chris Ingham Quartet revisit Dudley’s fabulous 1960s jazz compositions in an evening packed with music and anecdote.  t: 07941 360890   w: georgedouble.com
e: george...@hotmail.co.uk

The next Jazz Evening at the Redbridge Sports and Leisure Centre is on Tuesday 9th May 2017 and will feature trumpet and flugal horn wizard BRUCE ADAMS with Cliff Hall keyboard Len Skeat bass John Withers drums PAUL WOOD Vocals Fran's raffle!!!!!

Redbridge Music Lounge in another partnership with Redbridge Green Fair Music Club are joining the Relaunch of Fairlop Waters and  the re-opening of newly refurbished 'The Boathouse' bar on Sunday 30 April celebrations to bring you some of our top local bands as part of the free community festivities organised by Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure  https://www.redbridge.gov.uk/redbridge-events/fairlop-waters-open-day/

Between 1 and 8pm you have the chance to see all of the following at the stage area, outside the bar & Greek restaurant, overlooking the beautiful lake:
Storm in a Teacup   -   Deja Vu   -   Fingers & Thumbs   -   The Travelling Tilburys   -   Darklights   -   The Blue Hearts   -   Blue Roses

Diss Jazz Club The Corn Hall, 10 St Nicholas Street, Diss IP22 4LB on Thursday 4th May at 8pm (doors 7:30pm)  £12 - present for the very first event after a £2 million refurb, ART THEMEN  WITH THE CHRIS INGHAM TRIO.  An exciting, playful and inventive saxophonist, Art has been a beloved character of the British jazz scene for over 50 years, from Alexis Korner to Stan Tracey.
Art Themen - sax,  Chris Ingham - piano, Owen Morgan - bass, George Double - drums

Breathe Saxophone Group Music Concert  Friday 19th May at 8:00pm at All Saints Church, Church Avenue, Highams Park, E4 9QD.  This newly formed sextet will be debuting original arrangements from an eclectic mix of musical styles and genre’s, from baroque and classical, to film music, gospel and M-BASE inspired contemporary jazz.  Included, will be pieces by Vivaldi, Bach, Bill Evans and Billy Strayhorn.  Tickets £6.50, under 10’s free.  For more information go to breathesaxophonegroup.eventbrite.co.uk

There will be a Veterans of War Charity Music Evening on 12 May, 8.30 - 11pm with  Ian Parker of The Hollies performing with Miss Chrissy Lee (Europe's finest female drummer) and compère Paul Wood.  There will be a buffet and raffle.  The venue is Grove Social Club, Grove Road, Chadwell Heath, RM6 4AQ - tickets £10 07940 161223

Ramsgate Seaside Shuffle, Small Boat Owners Club House, Guildford Lawn, has the Dave Ware's Hotshots, Saturday 29 April, 12 Noon, Tickets £12.00 including buffet lunch.

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or tickets– 0207 916 0545 

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

 3 May:   John McGinley (guitar) + Frank Sebastian (tenor) + Paul McGinley (piano)

10 May:  John Withers (vibes) + Gabriel Keen (piano)

17 May:  Leszek Kulascewicz (tenor) + t.b.c.

        with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

May 2nd  -  Jack Free's Chicagoans
Free tbe/Pete Rudeforth tpt/John Crocker Clt sax/Tim Huskisson Piano/
Murray Salmon Bass /Martin Guy Dms

May 16th  -  Kid Tidiman's All Stars
Tidiman Tbe/ Denny Islett Tpt/Tim Huskisson Clt/Bob Albutt Banjo

June 6  -  The Tony Pitt All Stars
Pitt Bjo/Gresty tpt/Al nichols Reeds/Dave Hewitt Tbe

June 20th  -  The Westside Syncopators (Al Nichols)

July 4th -  Julian Stringle & The Chosen Men featuring Enrico Tomasso/Roy Williams
Enrico Tomasso Tpt Julian Stringle Clt/sax/Ldr/Roy Williams Tbe Tim Huskisson Piano Roger Curphy Bass /Les Circklen Drms

July 18th -  The Theydon Select Six
Peter Rudeforth Tpt/Ldr-Julian Stringle Sax ,Clt/Andy Flaxman Tbe/Tim Huskisson Piano.

Aug 1st  -  The Dart Valley Stompers
Jeremy HuggetReeds -vocs -Ldr/Graham Trevarton Tpt-vocs/Ron Milford Tbe -vocs/Howard Williams Bjo- Gtr/Tony Man Bass/ Chris Stocking Drums (There is a £1 Surcharge for this event)

Aug 15th  -  Carol Braithwaite's Jazz Crew  Goff Dubber/ Tim Huskisson

Sept 5th  - The Gary Wood Swing Quintet  (Gary Wood Tpt/Voc's)
Sept 19th  -  Kid Tidimans AllstarsOct 3rd  -  T B A

Oct 17th  -  TJ Johnsons Jazz & Blues Band

Nov 7th  -  The Chosen Men

Nov 21st  -  The Melvin Beddows Big Band  (22piece)

Dec 5th  -  T B A
Dec 19th  -  T B A

JAZZ at O Bs’ Welcomes all Jazz Fans to our new venue, Old Brentwoods’ Club, Ashwells Road, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 9SE     Thanks to the management of Old Brentwoods’ Club, since 31st January, 2017, Dave Grant continues to support Live Music on the last Tuesday each month bringing a kaleidoscope of jazz styles by talented professional guest musicians plus the resident trio of Hilary Cameron - keys, Ted Simkins - bass and Dave Grant - drums, in pleasant surroundings, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a licensed bar with snacks on request. Doors open 7pm, music from 8 till 10.45pm and entrance on door of £10.00.
For info. contact Dave Grant 01708 or Richard 07935 441616 or on e-mail gr...@aol.com.  Website: www.jazzatobs.co.uk

Tuesday, 30th May       GUITAR MASTERS RECALLED  featuring the guitar duo of Andy Watson and Simon Hurley who will be recalling the music and styles of many legendary jazz guitarists over the past century.

Andy Watson, has tutored, arranged and played with just about everyone having toured and playing extensively in television, theatre and radio across the UK and in jazz concerts abroad. Having tutored many guitar stars of the future he is highly sought after by budding young guitarists aiming to reach the highest pinnacles in jazz. Tonight Andy will be playing with one of his earlier highly successful pupils.
Simon Hurley, having studied with Andy is now making his own niche in jazz as well as being competent in many styles, from rock, blues to country and funk and whatever theatre work requires. He also regularly performs with with large and small jazz ensembles around the UK.  His jazz playing is much inspired by that of Joe Pass and the maestro, Martin Taylor, has described his playing as ‘Just Beautiful’.

Tuesday, 27th June    THAT FREE FLOW SWING THING   featuring Al Nicholls, tenor sax. and Jeff Williams, trombone who bring that wonderful swing era of the 40’s and 50’s produced by Ellington, Basie and Dorsey bands.

Al Nicholls is just one of countless jazz musicians who graduated from Leeds College of Music and for twenty or more years made endless appearances across the world. Al’s style is similar to that free flow sound of Illinois Jacquet and Charlie Ventura having developed that laid back effortless style. He currently leads the swing band ‘Blue Harlem’ and is a regular sideman of T.J.Johnson’s band
Jeff Williams has a playing style, full of spirit, exuberance and inventiveness from the collaboration with Al Nicholls over a score or more years. He recalls how they first met, in a pub! now that’s no surprise for a musician. Jeff currently leads the ‘Mississipi Swamp Dogs’ a blues sextet of New Orleans origins performing in such notable London venues as Ronnie Scotts, Bulls Head and Boisdales.

Tuesday, 25th July     STRINGS & SONGBIRD   featuring Mike Sagrott, guitar and Sharon Scott, vocals, accompanied by the resident trio, will be recalling her favourite tunes.

Mike Sagrott began strumming a guitar in his teens that inevitably led him into rock and blues sounds until he bought a Wes Montgomery LP by mistake!  A long journey ensued into his discovery of jazz as he learnt with local bands. Suddenly family business commitments took over his life which lasted for almost thirty years until his retirement when he began picking up the threads once again and plays with the Kenny Baxter Quintet and co-leads his own group Timeline.
Sharon Scott, a frequent visitor to the Club is a rare breed of singer particularly with ballads, that may have come from singing in the church since the age of three in her home town of Glasgow. By 1986 she became domiciled in the South with music remaining her greatest love and singing at every opportunity in recalling her favourite female vocalists, from the hits of Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Peggy Lee, Lena Horne and Sassy Sarah Vaughan.

Tuesday, 29th August     HORNS OUT FRONT     featuring the multi-instrumentalist, Paul Higgs, trumpet, and Kevin Mcmahon, tenor sax, a very smooth musician, both of whom will be Horns Out Front accompanied by the resident trio.

Paul Higgs, a frequent visitor to the Club continues to perform at the highest level blending classical and jazz styles with simple ease. His CD ‘Pavanne’ reached No.1 in One World Charts.   His recent collaboration with the Chris Ingram Quartet on the crafted biography of Hoagy Carmichael created CD’s ‘Hoagy’  and ‘Dudley’  highlighting the delightful music of Dudley Moore that are bringing great acclaim. Paul’s own show titled ‘A Brief History of Jazz’ is a fantastic tour of jazz history as recorded by trumpeters of the past.
Kevin Mcmahon hails from Dublin, in the emerald isles and currently leads his group ‘Swing Odyssey’ and plays at top London venues. His influences have been the great tenor players of Stan Getz, Lester Young and Dexter Gordon with a sound that veers between mainstream to swing with ballads and blues. He has recorded three of CD’s with  ‘Sometimes I’m Happy’, ’Stardust’ and his latest ‘Your Choice’.  Welcome back Kevin with those ballads and blues reflecting classic looks and taste.

Tuesday, 26th September     SINATRA’S SONGBOOK      featuring John Withers, vibraphone, accompanying Paul Wood, vocals, through the vast songbook of Frank Sinatra with which Paul entertained for many years on cruises with his ‘Salute to Sinatra’ tour.
John Withers, a self taught percussionist at home with either drums or vibraphone has played with a number of big bands as well as a host of celebrities. He never fails to entertain, so is it little wonder he is in constant demand gigging around jazz clubs with his eclectic choice of music. Tonight his programme will centre around Sinatra’s Songbook.
Paul Wood, found singing came naturally, soon entertaining publicly at every opportunity. He is a well respected in demand vocalist with his own particular approach to a song whether a delicate ballad or rhythmic swing tune that not many are able to match. He has travelled extensively in Europe and North America appearing with many big bands such as Glenn Miller Memorial Orchestra, Syd Lawrence Orchestra and James Last to name but a few. Listen to him croon his way through the Sinatra Songbook with ease and that cheeky little smile.

ANNIE'S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie's Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

TUESDAY  2ND OF MAY.  THE BOATERS PROJECT.  JACQUI HICKS, SIMON CARTER, PHIL MULFORD & FROSTY BEEDLE.   Showcasing the sensational voice of Shakatak's Jacqui Hicks.  An amazing quartet performing new twists on soul classics  & reworked jazz standards.

SUNDAY 7th MAY - FULLY BOOKED

TUESDAY  9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY  16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY  23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY  30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K's best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 “SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 9^th May – 8.00pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass and David Dyson drums

Tuesday 16^th May -8.00pm
Matt Wates Quartet

Tuesday 23^rd May – 8.00pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 18^th May – 8.30pm

Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Olly Wilby – sax Simon Woolf – bass and Matt Home - drums   Admission £13.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4th  June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

30th April from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Jack Clifford Swingtette. Another wonderful end to another month of jazz at the club with an evening of traditional and jazz standards from the Swingtette. Jack’s clarinet and alto sax leads his ensemble with guests including, as usual, Tim Huskisson playing the piano Admission £9. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details.

7th May from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Nick Charles Quintet. A 5-piece band led by Nick Charles playing clarinet recreates the sound of Benny Goodman, Sidney Bechet and stars from the 1930’s. Another visit this year from a fantastic band of musicians for an evening of classic small band jazz.

Carlos Lopez Real, Josh Kemp, Rachel Musson, Tori Freestone, Mick Foster - saxes/flutes Robbie Robson, Tom Allan, Hugh Pascall - trumpets  Brigitte Beraha - voice  John Turville - piano, director  Jez Franks - guitar  Dave Manington - bass  Nick Smalley - drums
Tickets - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/399436

THE SOUTHEND JAZZ CLUB – every Monday at the EKCO Social & Sports Club, Thornford Gardens, Prittlewell, Southend-on-Sea, Essex. SS2 6PU. 01702 351641 www.ekcoclub.co.uk From 7:30pm.  Music  8:00pm – everyone welcome.  Info: Bryan Jones 07801 757912 or 01702 61825.  Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southend-Jazz-Club/133240693427561  Twitter @southendjazz;  email ja...@greenad.co.uk to join mailing list.  Entrance £10

24 Apr - Pedigree Jazz Band

THE THAMESIDE JAZZ SOCIETY TRADITIONAL  JAZZ AT THE SPRINGHOUSE.  Springhouse Rd, Corringham, Essex, SS17 7QT.  Contact Lionel Manning 01375 641553.   Alternate Sundays, 8pm-10.30pm.  Drinks at club prices.  Admission £10.00 - includes club house fees.

30th April      -  Dave Rance's  ROCKIN CHAIR BAND

JAZZ IN THE JUNGLE BAR, Fore Street, Hertford SG14 1AX is now on the Second and Last Monday of each Month with the NEIL FRYER QUARTET featuring Neil Fryer (tenor sax) Phil Mead (keyboard) Paul Leader(bass) Luke De La Salle (drums) And Guests.  Music at 8.30 p.m.  Admission Free.  For further information please contact Neil Fryer (m) 07504 733892

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE JAZZ CLUB.  Church St, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.  Concerts every 1st SUNDAY of the month.  Tickets £10 to £14.   JAZZ EXPRESS: Book for any three gigs and get tickets for just £8 each! Doors at 7pm, music at 7.30pm. 
 To book, Arts Centre box office 01206 500900. www.colchesterartscentre.com   www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com

JAZZ AT SAWBRIDGEWORTH MEMORIAL HALL. The Forebury, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AT.  Licensed bar.  Performances 8.00 - 10.30  Tickets may be purchased at the door or online.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ. Last Wednesday of the month. The Farnham Conservative Club is a hidden gem of a venue in the centre of town with drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and free parking.  Curry available from 7 pm. Show 7.45pm - 10.15 pm. All welcome.   Admission £12 (online bookings + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.  The following are the Jazz musicians being featured

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance
To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

Jazz at the Movies on Sunday 14 May

Universal Recording artist Joanna Eden makes her Chickenshed debut with a captivating two-hour show of memorable Music from the Movies .
Jazz at the Movies  are a unique jazz group formed specially to interpret movie themes and soundtracks taken from a wide range of classics including The Aristocats, The Servant, From Russia With Love, Agatha, Let’s Make Love, The Pink Panther, When Harry Met Sally, and many more. Their refined dramatic and jazz sensibilities produce sounds that celebrate the meeting point of songcraft and swingcraft.
Regularly sold-out at Ronnie Scott’s, Royal Albert Hall and St James Theatre, Jazz at the Movies are fronted by acclaimed singer and vocal mentor to pop sensation Sam Smith, Joanna Eden, with Chris Ingham (piano), Mark Crooks (saxophone/clarinet), Geoff Gascoyne (bass) and George Double (drums).

Jazzin’ Jolson on Saturday 17 June

Julian Marc Stringle's popular 'Jazzin Jolson' ensemble will perform legendary Al Jolson's many hits and dynamic Dixieland arrangements of classic jazz melodies that resonate with memories of the incomparible Louis Armstrong, 'Wild Bill' Davison & Muggsy Spanier.
Dixieland Jazz is exciting vibrant music that can only be convincingly performed by masters of this joyous idiom, and, this remarkable band is rich in virtuoso instrumentalists, all gifted exponents of red hot Chicago style jazz.

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

May 2nd Treble Clef. With John Davis on alto sax / flute / piano , Jonathan Grogan guitar and Chris Hargreaves bass. A drumless quiet laid back trio playing a mixture of latin,swing and bepop. Vocals by Bryony.

May 9th Cliff Longhurst small group. Cliff runs the acclaimed ‘Jazz Knights’ big band and presents here a perfectly formed small version, with the usual top players and singers. Not to be missed!

May 16th The Jim Phillips Big Band. Presented by Jim on baritone sax, this well known big band in the classic tradition. Driving swing with new and old favourites.

May 23rd Stolen Moments. A 7piece band playing intriguing and varied arrangements of mainstream jazz. Led By Julian Rhys-Williams on saxes,  Graham Pike on trumpet/flugel and harmonica plus vocals from Annie Dehany-Smith.

May 30th Hertswing Big Band. Big, bouncy and Basie style Swing, the very best!  A popular programme of favourites  all aided by Vicky our star vocalist.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm
• Ample parking; fully accessible - info 01787 211865
• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

SMALLS JAZZ CLUB, Caxton Arms, 36 North Gardens, Brighton BN1 3LB has been running for six years.  Essentially a mainstream venue with top UK and American headliners supported by the Smalls Rhythm Section - guitar, bass, piano with occasional drums. It is an acoustic venue in a basement in The Caxton Arms in the centre of Brighton with seating for 50 max, giving it an intimate atmosphere. The gigs are on Thursdays, fortnightly from October to May. The music is from early jazz to early be-bop and West Coast.  The pub is friendly and offers a Thai tapas menu. Tickets: www.smallsjazzbrighton.com / dennis....@virgin.net

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  11^th May  – 8.30pm

Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass  Matt Fishwick drums

Thursday  25^th May – 8.30pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB is held on the first Sunday of every month at Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0QG

SUNDAY 7 MAY - THE REG WEBB TRIO.  The return of the charismatic and intensely soulful Reg Webb (vocals/keyboards), a long time favourite at Milestones for his blend of styles that ranges from jazz standards and blues to pop and electric fusion. Supported by the great Andy Staples (bass guitar) and Andrew Dowding (drums) performing with a driving sense of urgency to hold everyone's attention.  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

SUNDAY 4 JUNE - THE BUTTON BAND.  Guitarist and composer Andrew Button returns to Milestones as part of a UK tour, leading his London band through originals that reflect the influence of Bill Frisell, John Scofield and Loose Tubes. Sometimes playful, sometimes melancholy, always quietly grooving - contemporary jazz featuring the great Andy Woolf (tenor sax), Dave Manington (double bass) and Marek Dorcik (drums).  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 4th June – CRISSY LEE BAND

Sunday 18th June – DEBBY BRACKNELL

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

May 2nd    THE CHRISTCHURCH UNIVERSITY BIG BAND   Directed by The British Jazz Award Winning Trumpet Star Steve Waterman     Yes that's right folks ~ a Full 16pc Big Band in the Jazz Club & still only £12

This is another FJC treat --to have a Full Size Big Band in the jazz club.  For this we have to thank the Brit Jazz Award Winning Trumpeter Steve Waterman for bringing this amazing outfit.  In Steve's other life he is also Professor of Jazz Studies at CCU & all of these musicians are full time students of the CCU music faculty.  Steve is excited as we are to have them returning to the jazz club , following on from their successful visit last year.  This will be a great night of Big Band Classics from the swing era - amazing sound in that room.
Due to the size of the band , the seating will be limited , as the sax section will be sitting where the front tables are normally situated ~~~ SO PLEASE BOOK EARLY

May 11th    THE CLARK TRACEY QUINTET  ( The Young Guns )     www.clarktracey.com

Clark Tracey drums & leader   Chris Maddock saxes    James Copus trumpet    Harry Bolt piano   Daniel Casimir double bass

A great combination of the UKs most talented young Jazz musicians led by the very experienced Brit Jazz award winning drummer Clark Tracey.  These are some of the most brilliant young jazz musicians in The UK  &  each one of them play & perform with skills & presentation far beyond their years.  They do play standards as well as some original charts- - Top quality Jazz that swings.  The top performance & discipline of this outstanding unit is all down to the leader  Clark Tracey & we welcome them back to The FJC

Tuesday     May 16th   The Swinging Sound of   THE  XENOPOULOS / PRICE  QUARTET  www.vasilisx.com // www.nigelprice.biz

Vasilis Xenopoulos tenor sax. This man is not just The Charismatic Greek ~~ He is also One of The Finest Tenor Saxophonists in Europe.  These two make a great team
Nigel Price guitar  Brilliant guitarist ~Brit Jazz Award Winner with over 400 appearances at Ronnie Scotts  ( as well as numerous times at The Coveted FJC !!! )
Dario Di Lecce  double bass Amazing young Italian bassist returning to The FJC ~ plays regularly with Alex Garnett , upstairs at Ronnies
Steve Brown drums -- This multi Brit Jazz Award Winner is always welcome ~~ & why not ~~ he is one of the best & a regular member of the Scott Hamilton Qt

May 25th      THE MICK FOSTER SEXTET Play The Authentic GERRY MULLIGAN  www.mickfoster.org.uk

Last year we asked Mick Foster to transcribe the charts of the two Gerry Mulligan Quartets, of his time with Chet Baker & his time with Bob Brookmeyer & to combine them into a sextet but remaining a pianoless West Coast outfit of a true Mulligan sound.  Mick also brought in the arranging skills of Adrian Fry & Robert Fowler to this project.  THE RESULT WAS AMAZING & that is why they are back .

Mick Foster baritone & leader. .This man is naturally the closest that I have ever seen anyone play like Mulligan - The tone --easy flow & stance is so much like the legend.
Robert Fowler tenor sax.. One of the UK's top saxophonist with a mass of Mulligan experience --He is the leader of the UK's Gerry Mulligan Big Band ~ Great to have him.
Shanti Jayasinha trumpet -Making his third visit to The FJC - Has a great CV & Web site.  This amazing young man will just blow you away - a great asset to any band..
Adrian Fry trombone Brilliant musician & recognised as one of the best big band arrangers in the UK.  He is also the leader of Bone Supremacy !!!
David Chamberlain double bass . Now a well established part of British jazz .  Swings like crazy & ideal for West Coast Jazz
Tristan Maillot drums  - Huge experience with this music & a great asset

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

4 May, 8PM. FG w/Adrian Fry and the Hughie Ockendon Trio. Eltham Warren Golf Club. Bexley Road, SE9 2PE.0208 850 4477.£8.

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THE JAZZ CENTRE (UK)     www.thejazzcentreuk.co.uk
c/o Beecroft Art Gallery - Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS09 6EX
E-mail:  enqu...@thejazzcentre.co.uk       Tel:  01702 215169
Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/TheJazzCentreUK/
Twitter:    https://twitter.com/thejazzcentreuk
Soundcloud:   https://soundcloud.com/user-767909473

Jazz in some form has been heard in Britain since 1880!  But there's never been a flagship centre in the UK.  To rectify this Digby Fairweather and six Trustees planned a project to create ‘The Jazz Centre UK’.  On Jun 2nd 2016 TJCUK was registered as a Charitable Organization and has since signed a ten-year Service Level Agreement with Southend Borough Council to develop the project.   The JCUK opened its first department on February 6th 2016 in Southend’s Beecroft Art Gallery. Its collections (so far) include a research facility of books and journals; a small museum and an extensive library of jazz on film. The department enjoys full internet facilities for extended research and also celebrates the music with film presentations in our 110-seat cinema and an informal jazz cafe for visitors, with longer-term ambitions.

‘The Jazz Centre (UK)’ will be opening its very own Jazz Cafe to celebrate the Village Green Festival on Saturday 8 July 2017.   Hosted inside Chalkwell Hall, Chalkwell Ave, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8NB – the beautiful Georgian house at the heart of the Festival site – the  Cafe will be bringing you live jazz all day as well as a fantastic exhibition of jazz memorabilia from the Centre’s collections. The exhibition will open at 11am and be on view to visitors for the following eight weeks.  Full details next week.

The Jazz Centre [UK] Movies   at the Beecroft Art Gallery  2pm  Entrance free

Saturday May 6th - Buddy Rich: The Lost West Side Story Tapes    Originally recorded in 1985, the master tapes of Buddy Rich and his band’s performance of West Side Story were thought to have been lost in a fire. The 2-hour concert showcases Rich’s  characteristically percussive approach to Leonard Bernstein’s score, with a helping of standards that prove the band to be a drum-tight unit.

Saturday May 13th - Stormy Weather     A veteran jazz musician looks back at his life, the flashbacks providing the excuse for the top-notch musical talents of the day to show what they could do. Includes ‘Stormy Weather’, ‘Jumpin Jive’ and ‘Ain’t Misbehaving’, performed by the likes of Cab Calloway, Fats Waller, Lena Horne and Mae Johnson.

Saturday May 20th - Keep On Keepin’ On    Shot over the course of five years, “Keep On keepin’ On” depicts the remarkable story of jazz legend Clark Terry. Part of the film is about him mentoring a young blind jazz pianist Justin Kauflin. Terry is among the few performers ever to have played in both Count Basie’s and Duke Ellington’s bands.

Saturday May 27th - Jazz Legends: Johnny Griffin, Richie Cole   Two 30 minute programs recorded in 1981 at the Village Vanguard. One with the Johnny Griffin Quartet, with Ronnie Matthews, Ray Drummond, and Kenny Washington.The second with the Richie Cole Quintet, featuring pianist Bobby Enriqez and guitarist Bruce Forman.

Saturday June 3rd - High Society    This remake of ‘The Philadelphia Story’ into a star-studded technicolor musical with Cole Porter tunes works splendidly and remains an underrated gem. Starring Grace Kelly, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and jazz great Louis Armstrong, the Cole Porter score, and lyrical content is delivered memorably by the charismatic performers.

Saturday June 10th - Brownie Speaks      A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. He was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This  feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.

Saturday June 17th - Duke Ellington: The Classic Hollywood Years    Different films of the Duke and his orchestra, including assorted musical sequences from motion pictures. Duke’s debut in the short “Black and Tan”. The short “A Bundle of Blues” with a lenghty rendition of “Stormy Weather” that starred Ivie Anderson. “Symphony in black: A rhapsody of Negro life” with Billie Holiday. And much more.

 ‘leven o’clock, Saturday night - make it a date with The Late Paul Barnes for the very best in jazz, swing and classic popular music. Bing Crosby beats it out with the trumpet players: Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Muggsy Spanier & Red Nichols. And, an octave or more above them, Maynard Ferguson.   Great singers include Shirley Horn, Blossom Dearie, Mary Ann McCall. All this and so much more at 11.00 pm on Saturday, May 6 on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent. Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Three Counties. Also vailable nationally and internationally on the BBC iPlayer. The Late Paul Barnes - rhythm & rhubarb of the finest kind.

Jazz Night at Stanboroughs Conservative Club, Hoddesdon, Herts EN11 8EP   Friday 16^th June    (Tribute to Alex Welsh).   Featuring Julian Marc Stringle – clarinet, James Davison – trumpet and vocals, Tom Green – trombone, Will Scott – clarinet, Sam Watts – piano, James Kitchman – guitar, Misha Mullov-Avvado – Bass and Will Glazer – Drums.

This evening of Jazz will be a real treat, a night not to be missed. It’s £7.50 for Members and £12.50 for non-Members.  Music commences at 8pm.  Food is available to purchase from 6pm-8pm, choose from the following, mains: king prawn linguine - £6.95, chicken wrapped in parma ham with sautéed potatoes - £7.95,  sirloin steak and gourmet chunky chips with all the trimmings - £13.95.  A selection of desserts will be available for £3.50 each.  Please select your food choice if required.  Please phone 01992 466247 for more information or to book.

Summer Evening Jazz - Rotary Fundraiser for Charity

Saturday 1st July 2017 - Featuring The Frog Island Jazz Band and The Salty Town Six
Now in its 21^st year, the Rotary Club of Ingatestone is holding this popular Open Air Jazz Concert in the gardens of Ingatestone Hall, Hall Lane, Ingatestone.   Sat.Nav:  CM4 9NS
Gates open at 5.45 pm and concert begins at 6.15 pm.  In aid of Farleigh and Saint Francis Hospices and other local Rotary causes.   Tickets £14.00 in advance from ticket outlets or £15 at gate, if available.   Accompanied children under 17 admitted free.  Make up a party – bring your own table & chairs.  Enjoy your own picnic and drinks.  Food and drinks will be available:-  Jus ‘Cool Caribbean Food will be cooking a variety of hot dishes and burgers.   Brentwood Brewing Company will provide Real Ales – Wines – Soft Drinks & Mineral Waters. Refreshments available: Coffee – Tea – Ice-cream  Umbrella parade - prizes for the best decorated brollies. Raffle.   Ticket Hotline: 01277 350800
To book tickets online or for full details:  www.summereveningjazz.co.uk

Harmony In Harlem the Cambridge-based big band specialising in authentic Duke Ellington, are performing at Beccles Public Hall, 6 Smallgate, Beccles, Suffolk  NR34 9AD with a programmed of mixed concert and dance material from the maestro Ellington. 7:30pm on Saturday 13th May.  Tickets £13.50 on the door, £13.50 + fee online:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/becclespublichall/

This coming weekend is the Debenham Jazz Festival, organised by Bob Kerr.  Bob will be on hand with his famous Whoopee Band, Colin Bowden will presenting a programme of New Orleans Jazz, Tad Newton’s Jazz Friends, Dixie Mix, Ben Holder, Spats Langham, John Parker, Rosie Val, the Anglia All stars and Nicola Farnon will be in attendance.  John Petters Swing Band will return with the tribute to the original Benny Goodman Quartet, with Julian Stringle, Tim Huskisson and Colin Bray on Sunday @ 14:00.    www.debenhamjazz.co.uk

Jerry Senfluk @ Old Harlow.  Czech clarinet star, Jerry Senfluk who used to play with Max Collie’s Rhythm Aces and John Petters Swing Band in the 80s is on tour in May and will be appearing at St John’s Arts Centre, St John's Walk, Market St, Old Harlow CM17 0AJ on Thursday 25^th May at 8pm with Martin Litton, Keith Donald and John Petters. @ 8pm Admission £10

DW Jazz Quartet return for their regular monthly gig at the Three Elms Mashbury Road Chignal St James Chelmsford CM1 4TZ on May 17th, music from 8pm. The set features music by  Sonny Rollins, Kenny Burrell, The Meters and Horace Silver among others, plus one or two from the American Songbook.

National Jazz Archive fundraising concert - Trio Manouche featuring Quentin Collins on Saturday 24 June at 2:30 Loughton Methodist Church, 260 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1RB.  £15.  Founded by guitarist Simon Harris, Trio Manouche is a world-class gypsy jazz ensemble playing classic tunes of ’Hot Club of France’ legends, Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, plus Simon’s upbeat originals. The trio features two of the UK’s finest exponents of gypsy swing jazz, Ducato Piotrowski on acoustic guitar and Mark Lewandowski on bass. The Trio is joined by one of Europe's top jazz trumpet players, Quentin Collins.   TICKETS : www.nationaljazzarchive.org.uk/events T: 020 8502 4701 eve...@nationaljazzarchive.org.uk

National Jazz Archive expert talk - Stuart Nicholson on Saturday 13 May 2017, 2.30pm at Loughton Library, Traps Hill, Loughton, Essex IG10 1HD
Tickets: £5 on the door or in advance from 020 8502 4701     Stuart Nicholson will explore how we listen to music in general, and jazz in particular, in the new digital world, and how new technology is changing the experience.  Stuart is an award-winning music journalist and author. He is Visiting Professor at Leeds College of Music and has written eight books on jazz which have been translated into 13 languages. His latest book ‘Jazz: a beginners guide' has just been published.

Hadleigh Jazz Club presents The Jazz of Dudley Moore at 8pm on Sat 3rd June 2017  £14
Hadleigh Town Hall, Market Place, Hadleigh, IP7 5DN.  With The Chris Ingham Quartet
CHRIS INGHAM piano   PAUL HIGGS trumpet    MARIANNE WINDHAM bass    GEORGE DOUBLE drums.   Beloved comic actor Dudley Moore (1935-2002) was also one of the UK’s most dazzling, swinging jazz pianists and a composer of wit and depth. Following their acclaimed Hoagy project, the Chris Ingham Quartet revisit Dudley’s fabulous 1960s jazz compositions in an evening packed with music and anecdote.  t: 07941 360890   w: georgedouble.com
e: george...@hotmail.co.uk

The next Jazz Evening at the Redbridge Sports and Leisure Centre is on Tuesday 9th May 2017 and will feature trumpet and flugal horn wizard BRUCE ADAMS with Cliff Hall keyboard Len Skeat bass John Withers drums PAUL WOOD Vocals Fran's raffle!!!!!

There will be a Veterans of War Charity Music Evening on 12 May, 8.30 - 11pm with  Ian Parker of The Hollies performing with Miss Chrissy Lee (Europe's finest female drummer) and compère Paul Wood.  There will be a buffet and raffle.  The venue is Grove Social Club, Grove Road, Chadwell Heath, RM6 4AQ - tickets £10 07940 161223

 

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The Robert Bell Trio on the First and Third Thursday of the Month at The Speakeasy Bar, 175 Epping High Street, Epping CM16 4BL Superb Jazz trio featuring vocalist Robert Bell (Hendricks, Sinatra, Bennett, Torme ect)  Graham Cuttill drums, Mike Baker guitar and Stuart Walker on keys. Free admission

First Friday of the Month at 8.00. Dodgy Jammers at Broxbourne Sailing Club, Meadgate Road, Nazeing. Usual house band Wally Shaw on keyboard, Paul Leader on bass and Lester Bennett on drums. Very reasonable bar, home-cooked food, beautiful rural setting. £3. Annie mu...@indigoshades.com or 07885480329.

little bread BIG JAM at The Royal Inn on The Park (111 Lauriston Road, E9 7HJ) returns to Wednesdays. Join Annie, Peter and the band in the Garden Bar at the back of this beautiful park-side pub. All instrumental and vocal jazz jammers and jazz-loving listeners, clappers and whoopers and their friends, families and lovers welcome. £4 for jammers. Contributions from grateful listeners welcome. Contact Annie on 07885480329 for more details.

The Cambridge Jazz Jam  is moving to a new home !  From Monday 20 March we will be located at The Architect pub, 43 Castle St, Cambridge CB3 0AH, 01223 563779. Sessions are now on Mondays, from 7.30 - 10 pm. Free admission. Our policy is inclusive, so whether you're an accomplished player, or still trying to get it together, you'll be welcome to play (or sing) with our friendly backing group. Further information from Mike Quigley, 07979 59 22 41

There is a new Jazz Jam at the Burleigh Arms, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, on Tuesdays 8 to 11, starting 21st March. Musicians and singers welcome

A new Jazz Jam night at the Forester's Arms, Colchester. Held on the last Thursday of every month. Members of the band of the parachute regiment Big Band are hosting an evening of Jazz where they will play a short set of music until they open up the floor to anyone who wants to Jam, any ability. The house band consists of: Pianist, Drummer, Bass, Trombone and Trumpet.

There is a Jazz Jam session on alternate Tuesday lunch times at The Battle of Britain Club, Hillingdon Road, Hillingdon (Nr Uxbridge) UB10 0RY from 12 midday until 2.00pm.  Good players welcome as is anyone who enjoys listening to good jazz. We have a bar and food is also available.   It's all very informal and friendly.

Mascara Bar, 72 Stamford Hill, Stoke Newington N16 6XS. Every Tuesday: House trio + jam. 8.30. (F). info: 07905 151894

Mill Hill Jazz Club host a regular end of month, Wednesday, open stage for quality musicians. Val’s House band provides the professional rhythm section that binds it all together. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub.co.uk valgo...@gmail.com 0208 207 045

There is a Thursday night Jazz Session and Jam at Nomad Bar, 58 Old St, EC1V 9AJ. www.nomadjazz.com. The normal house band is Antonio Marzinotto and his trio but often have special guests and other bands. The aim of the night is for all talented jazz musicians, young and old, to play together in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jazz at the Green Note “jam great atmosphere!” on the 1st Sunday of every month. Music 8:30pm – Band set followed by a jam. 106 Parkway, Camden NW1 7AN.

There is a jazz jam every Saturday with the Nora Bite trio at 9:30pm, original music in the first set followed by a jazz standards jam. Free entrance. Venue: Troyganic, 132 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch E2 8DP. Usual house band is a guitar trio led by Nora Bite. Until 2am .

There is a Jam session on the first Thursday of each month in Colchester at The Bull, Crouch Street. The house band regularly features such great players as Bern Hodgekins (Bass player with Jazznights trio) and Mick Hutton (bass). After short set from house band, stage open for jammers and singers. Running for 5 years now simon...@madasafish.com

The original long running Silver Bullet Jazz Jam hosted by the legendary Bukky Leo has found a new home at Map Studio Café, Kentish Town!  One of the most successful Jams in London, running for over 5 years right up to the demise of the venue. Now you can enjoy the same high calibre of entertainment provided by the excellent saxophone led rhythm section. Emerging from his Afrobeat roots Bukky Leo brings an immense knowledge of Bebop through his close association with Joe Henderson and legendary US drummer Bob Moses. Expect to hear some great tunes from the American Song Book. All Instrumentalists and Jazz Vocalists welcome.   Admission £5   email: in...@mapmusic.net  Or tickets– 0207 916 0545 

Singers' Night at Nelson (48 Stanhope Street, London NW1. six min walk from Warren Street station). 2nd Tuesday of each month. Open mic for jazz vocalists. In 18th year. Excellent accompanists. Food available. £8 singers, £7 guests, £5 full time students with student card. Doors, list 6.00pm, music 7.45 - 10.30pm. Chris Legee jazz...@waitrose.com.

There is a LondonBluesJams Yahoo! Group – blues rock n roll soul jam every Wednesday 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm . The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner, 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch ,Essex RM12 4TW. info Bob Marks 07503 16 45 72 Full back line. P.A. Keys, Saxes and Brass. Mainly blues but all tastes catered for. All musos welcome – beginners to pros and bands. Vocalists especially welcome.

The Ipswich Jazz Collective meet on the 2nd Friday in the month to hold a jam session at the Golden Hind Pub on Nacton Road Ipswich. Set up 7.30 for 8pm start. Bass amp & drums set up, PA on request. Guitarists to bring their own amps. No entrance fee and all levels of player catered for. Further details/contact at http://www.ipswichjazzcollective.blogspot.co.uk

The Norwich Jazz Jam is at the Fat Cat and Canary  every Monday featuring Mark Jolley (violin), Lee Vasey (guitar), Ian Hireson (bass) & Matt Furness (drums)

Tendring Jazz Collective - Come and jam with our house band. Bring your instrument, voice, friends & family and enjoy a night of good music and good fun!   Hosted by local musicians, including guitar, bass and drums.  Facebook page “Tendring Jazz Collective”   Last Wednedsday of each month from 8pm till 10:30pm. The New Bell Inn, Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex CO12 3EN.

Open Jazz Jam, “Who Pays The Piper” at The White Horse' Pub, Mill Rd, Husborne Crawley, Beds MK43 0XE, 1 mile from M1 Jn 13, A507 between Ridgmont and Woburn. Fortnightly session on Tuesdays from 8–11.00pm. FREE ENTRY – though we ask for donations toward back line, occasional raffle. Pub food, Chris 07804140606 chris.b...@bigfoot.com

There is a new jazz jam in Suffolk, in the picturesque market town of Woodbridge - it happens on Thursday evenings once a month, there is a facebook group people can join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503416799918503/?fref=ts  at the Kings Head, 17 Market Hill, Woodbridge IP12 4LP  http://www.kingsheadwoodbridge.co.uk  For more info e-mail ben.wat...@gmail.com

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BELVEDERE JAZZ & MUSIC CLUB, every Wednesday evening is at The Chichester Hotel, Old London Road, Rawreth, Nr. Wickford SS11 8UE (Off A129, 800 yards Wickford side of The Carpenters Arms roundabout). Meals available from 6:30pm whilst you sit at a candlelit table, either before or whilst enjoying the top quality jazz which commences at 8:00pm until 10.30pm. Top International, Regional Bands and Artists, including Big Bands, Swing and Mainstream, all tuneful easy listening foot tapping music with something for everyone! Friendly welcoming atmosphere ~ Admission is from £12.50 on the door ~ Large free car park ~ Drinks at pub prices ~ Newcomers most welcome. www.belvederejazz.co.uk ; Telephone: 07850 607075 or Email:mailto::belved...@gmail.co

10^th May  -  Elaine Delamar- Vocals
John Pearce - piano    Simon Thorpe - double bass    Bobby Worth – drums

“Fashions may change but quality is timeless, which explains how the stylish  Elaine  Delmar has survived the passage of so many vocal trends over the years. A favourite  with both jazz and cabaret audiences, she continues to set the standard for sophisticated  rich-toned   interpretations of the Great American Songbook.” - London Evening Standard

At members’ request, we  welcome back Elaine who thrills her audiences with her sublime delivery of gems from The great American Songbook.  Quite simply Elaine is one of the greatest female jazz vocalists to have come from these shores.  Come and enjoy Elaine treat some of the greatest songs ever written with the true respect they deserve.  An incredibly sumptuous evening of world-class music is guaranteed!

17^th May  -  ‘Jivin Miss Daisy’
Simon Thorpe - double bass/band leader    Liz Fletcher – vocals    Alex Garnett – saxes
Colin Oxley – guitar    John Pearce – piano    Matt Skelton – drums
Malcolm Earle Smith - trombone and vocals    Simon Finch – trumpet
Luke Annesley - clarinet/saxes

Jivin' Miss Daisy is one of the UK's finest 9 piece swing bands, regularly selling-out Ronnie Scott's and other venues playing all kinds of swing & jazz music, ranging from Duke Ellington and Jimmie Lunceford in the 1920s, through Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman in the 30s and 40s, to Ella and Basie in the 1950s and early 60s. Featuring Liz and Malcolm in vocal numbers, popular instrumentals and solo spots, the band puts on a wonderful evening's entertainment, with plenty of favourites and lesser-known gems from the great songwriters including Gershwin, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and many others, with original arrangements by bandleader Simon Thorpe.
The band features some of the UK's finest jazz musicians, with credits including Tom Jones, Katie Melua, Van Morrison, Wynton Marsalis, Bryan Ferry, Jools Holland, Stacey Kent and BBC Proms favourites the John Wilson Orchestra.

24^th May  - Atila sings ‘Nat King Cole’
Gabriel Latchin – piano    Colin Oxley  - guitar    Tom Farmer - double  bass
Steve Brown – drums

We welcome back Atila with his own fabulous quartet who will feature the songs and ballads of Nat King Cole including ‘L-O-V-E’, ‘When I Fall in Love’, ‘Mona Lisa’, ‘Nature Boy’, ‘Smile’ and ‘The Very Thought of You’.  This is one evening not to miss!

Gabriel Latchin – piano  Gabriel is fast becoming recognised as one of the country's leading pianists. His hard-swinging, adventurous approach often draws comparisons to his many influences, including Herbie Hancock,  Bill Evans and Phineas Newborn.  Above all, Gabriel plays music that  feels  good, for people, not just musicians.  As the master Art Blakey put it : - "We are here to have a ball !”
Tom Farmer – double bass  Tom is a member of Empirical,  a British jazz group, formed in 2007, involving four young British jazz musicians who present  projects, performances and recordings who was featured on Jamie Cullum's radio show.  Tom last appeared at the Club in January 2016 with his ‘Big Screen Take One’.
Steve Brown – drums  Winner of the prestigious 2014 British Jazz Awards for best drummer.  Steve is hugely popular with jazz audiences everywhere and he has become 'first call' for an impressive array of jazz stars with his assured swinging drumming.
Colin Oxley is one of the UK's most respected jazz guitarists. He has toured internationally and recorded extensively as a member of Stacey Kent's group, and has performed with many top players in the UK and US including Stacey Kent, Scott Hamilton, Michael Garrick and the John Wilson Orchestra.

31^st May –  Java Jam
Sarah–Jane Hassell – vocals    Bonnie Hassell – vocals    Roger Lewin – piano/keyboard
John Wills – drums/vocals    Tim Robertson – bass/vocals
Phil Brown – tenor saxophone/flute

Being their sixth appearance at the Club, we welcome Java Jam, a fresh blend of diverse musical backgrounds coming together to create a fusion of jazz, easy listening and modern pop classics, sophisticated vocal harmonies, delivered with warmth, charm and elegance. Java jam with West End songstress Sarah-Jane Hassell, joined by the vocal talent of Bonnie Hassell and the accomplished Roger Levin Quartet, will take you on a musical journey including Burt Bacharach, Cole Porter, Manhattan Transfer & George Gershwin with a few surprises along the way, all played with style, fluidity and depth.

7^th June  - The Syd Lawrence Orchestra      NOW SOLD OUT

14^th June – Tony Jacob’s Swell Party
Tony Jacobs - vocals & trumpet     Louise Cookman - vocals     Karen Sharp – saxes     Jim Barry – piano     Paul Morgan - double bass      Len Walker – guitar     Steve Rushton – drums

To celebrate our 4^th Anniversary at The Chichester, we welcome “This extraordinary singer and his fabulous band” A fantastic new show celebrating the genius of some of the greatest songwriters and performers of all time: George Gershwin, Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Rodgers and Hart, Ella Fitzgerald, Cole Porter, Rosemary Clooney, Irving Berlin, Frank Sinatra, Hoagy Carmichael, Louis Armstrong, Johnny Mercer  and many others
Tony Jacobs is one of the country’s most entertaining performers with an exceptional repertoire of swing and popular music from the 1920s – 1950s. He returns with a brand new, exciting show which celebrates the music and performers of the era with fascinating (sometimes hilarious) anecdotes of the day and includes highlights from his successful shows – The Sinatra Years, The Gershwin Years and Let’s Face the Music.
Music and songs include Alexander’s Ragtime Band, From This Moment On, Sisters, A Foggy Day, Chattanooga Choo-Choo, Georgia On My Mind, Tiger Rag, An Apple For The Teacher, Ugly Duckling, You’re Just In Love, Smile, There’s No Business Like Show Business, Someone To Watch Over Me, Sweet Georgia Brown, Lady Be Good and many, many others.
Tony is accompanied by Jim Barry (piano) and Sue Greenway (saxophone). Special guest is lovely Louise Cookman – a wonderful singer described as having ‘a voice to die for!’
A wonderful heady cocktail of songs and music – a must-see show for all music-lovers – young and old.  Admission £15 on the door - strictly by prior reservation only

21^st June – Iain MacKenzie
Iain MacKenzie - vocals     Alex Garnett - saxes     Rob Barron – piano     Matt Home – drums     Simon Thorpe – double bass

Straight from the ‘Cool School’ of Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra & Mel Tormé comes the swinging voice of Iain Mackenzie. Iain performs classic Jazz & Swing standards with golden era charm, and a contemporary edge! The band features some of the UK's finest jazz musicians, with credits including Tom Jones, Katie Melua, Van Morrison, Wynton Marsalis, Bryan Ferry, Jools Holland, Stacey Kent and BBC Proms favourites the John Wilson Orchestra.  We welcome back at member’s request Iain Mackenzie who is one of the most in demand jazz and big band singers in the UK, having performed with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, the RTE Concert Orchestra, the BBC Concert Orchestra and the BBC Big Band. Iain is currently the principle male vocalist for the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra, and section leader for the Ronnie Scott’s Singers - The iTones.  Iain will have completed singing in his 7th UK tour with Brendan Cole’s (of Strictly Come Dancing) ‘All Night Long’ show – touring  from January - April 2017

28^th June – The Mark Crooks Quintet
Mark Crook – clarinet, tenor sax      John Pearce - piano    Colin Oxley  -guitar    Dave     Chamberlain - double  bass     Steve Brown – drums

If you like Scott Hamilton, Zoot Sims or Lester Young, you will love Mark's playing.  Mark Crooks has played in all of London’s top jazz venues and at jazz festivals up and down the country, including a week at Ronnie Scott’s with the John Critchinson Quartet.
Mark regularly plays with the John Wilson and Back To Basie Orchestras, and was invited to be the feature clarinettist with an otherwise all-American band at the Lincoln Centre in New York.  Mark was invited to play the part of Artie Shaw in a gala tribute concert in Dublin in featuring The Solid Senders Orchestra with strings. The sold-out concert featured Mark performing classic Shaw repertoire including Stardust, Begin The Beguine and Nightmare, along with the infamous Interlude in Bb for clarinet and string quartet and the virtuoso Concerto for Clarinet. The concert was such a success that he  was immediately invited back to perform a Benny Goodman programme in April 2007 and to reprise the Artie Shaw with Strings Concert in Sept 2008.  Mark has worked in a wide range of musical settings including classical work and shows but is most at home in the jazz world. He has played in all of London’s top jazz venues festivals.
Mark began his musical training by earning a degree in music performance at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music. He moved to London to study on the postgraduate jazz course at the Guildhall School of Music after winning the Young Jazz Player of the Year Competition in 1991. Since leaving college he has worked in a wide range of musical settings including classical work and shows but is most at home in the jazz world.  Mark is joined tonight with his handpicked best UK jazz musicians for an evening of melody.

JAZZ@ST ANT’S A great weekly jazz night – now in its 13th year! St Anthony’s Club, The Red House, 13 Upton Ave, (corner of Upton Lane), Forest Gate E7 9PN. Every Weds 8.30 pm. Admission £3. Please support the raffle from which all proceeds go to the band. For latest listings visit www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants or Jazz in London listing. Please download their current listing at www.jazzjam.co.uk/downloads/stants.pdf, or www.essexjazz.co.uk/ants

10 May:  John Withers (vibes) + Gabriel Keen (piano)

17 May:  Leszek Kulascewicz (tenor) + t.b.c.

        with John Withers (drums) + John Pamenter (double bass)

THEYDON JAZZ CLUB @ THORNWOOD VILLAGE HALL, Weald Hall Lane, CM16 6NB. 1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays of every month, 8 pm to 10.30. Traditional/Dixieland/New Orleans Jazz featuring excellent live bands for listening and dancing. Drinks & snacks / tea & coffee / dance floor / plentiful seating / free car park. All are welcome. Admission - Non Members £10, Members £8. Children admitted under supervision, free for 12 and unders.  Disabled facillities are available.  Visit www.theydonjazzclub.org.uk or contact Dave & Sheila Dyer – tel: 01945 588325; email: daved...@gmail.com

Paul Higgs, a frequent visitor to the Club continues to perform at the highest level blending classical and jazz styles with simple ease. His CD ‘Pavanne’ reached No.1 in One World Charts.   His recent collaboration with the Chris Ingram Quartet on the crafted biography of Hoagy Carmichael created CD’s ‘Hoagy’  and ‘Dudley’  highlighting the delightful music of Dudley Moore is bringing great acclaim. Paul’s own show titled ‘A Brief History of Jazz’ is a fantastic tour of jazz history as recorded by past trumpeters.

Kevin Mcmahon hails from Dublin, in the emerald isles and currently leads his group ‘Swing Odyssey’ and plays at top London venues. His influences have been the great tenor players of Stan Getz, Lester Young and Dexter Gordon with a sound that veers between mainstream to swing with ballads and blues. He has recorded three of CD’s with  ‘Sometimes I’m Happy’, ’Stardust’ and his latest ‘Your Choice’.  Welcome back Kevin with those ballads and blues reflecting classic looks and taste.

Tuesday, 26th September     SINATRA’S SONGBOOK      featuring John Withers, vibraphone, accompanying Paul Wood, vocals, through the vast songbook of Frank Sinatra with which Paul entertained for many years on cruises with his ‘Salute to Sinatra’ tour.

John Withers, a self taught percussionist at home with either drums or vibraphone has played with a number of big bands as well as a host of celebrities. He always entertains, so is it little wonder he is in constant demand gigging around jazz clubs with his eclectic choice of music. Tonight his programme will centre around Sinatra’s Songbook.

Paul Wood, found singing came naturally, soon entertaining publicly at every opportunity. He is a well respected in demand vocalist with his own particular approach to a song whether a delicate ballad or rhythmic swing tune that not many are able to match. He has travelled extensively in Europe and North America appearing with many big bands such as Glenn Miller Memorial Orchestra, Syd Lawrence Orchestra and James Last to name but a few. Listen to him croon his way through the Sinatra Songbook with ease and that cheeky little smile.

ANNIE'S JAZZ @ THORPE BAY GOLF CLUB. Annie's Jazz is at Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Thorpe Hall Avenue. Thorpe Bay. Southend-on-Sea. SS1-3AT on Tuesdays.  Food served from 7pm until 8pm and the music will start at 8.00pm. Please phone Annie for reservations 07504-232783 or e-mail boneswi...@gmail.com.

SUNDAY 7th MAY - FULLY BOOKED

TUESDAY  9TH OF MAY.  LOUISE MARSHALL With THE DEREK NASH QUARTET.    PUT THESE TWO TOGETHER & WE HAVE AN EVENING OF MUSICAL MAGIC IS IN STORE FOR US.  Whether performing on tour with Jools Holland or playing piano & performing The American Songbook Louise always delivers a smouldering, smoky performance that spans across the genres.

TUESDAY  16TH OF MAY.  THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA.   A highly commended multi-instrumental in demand across the U.K.  Blues, Ragtime & Hot jazz that spans 100 years.

TUESDAY  23RD OF MAY.  JOANNA EDEN-JONI and ME.  With Chris Ingham on piano & guitar.  Singer/songwriter Joanna Eden presents a breathtaking show in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

TUESDAY  30TH OF MAY.  BARNES, BIRD & A SPRINKLING OF PEPPER.

Alan Barnes on Sax & Clarinet, Ted Beament on piano, Les Circle on drums & Murray Salmon on double-bass.  A classic evening of swinging jazz with one of the U.K's best saxophonists performing from the songbook of Charlie Parker & Art Pepper.

 “SPIKE’S PLACE”  AT BRENTWOOD – 8.00pm. The Bardswell, Weald Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4TJ. Tel: 01245 420475  Top-Class Mainstream Jazz.  email: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub   Admission £15.00 members £12.00 unless otherwise stated.  Join the Facebook groups

Tuesday 9^th May – 8.00pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass and David Dyson drums

Tuesday 16^th May - 8.00pm
Matt Wates Quartet

Tuesday 23^rd May – 8.00pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

Tuesday 6^th June – 8.00pm
Olly Wilby with Rob Baron, Simon Woolf & David Dyson

Tuesday 13^th June - 8.00pm
From Italy Andrea Pozza with Dave Green & Steve Brown

Tuesday 20^th June - 8.00pm
Vasilis Xenopolous with the Nigel Price Trio

“SPIKES PLACE AT SAFFRON WALDEN” - Third Thursday of every month – 8.30pm. Saffron Hotel, High St, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AZ. Top-Class Mainstream Jazz. E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub. For advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475.  join the Facebook groups

Thursday 18^th May – 8.30pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Olly Wilby – sax Simon Woolf – bass and Matt Home - drums   Admission £13.00

Thursday 15^th June - 8.30pm
From Italy Andrea Pozza with Dave Green & Steve Brown
Admission £12.00

CHELMSFORD JAZZ CLUB presents 10 or 11 concerts a year at the Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1JG (next to the Civic Theatre), mainly on Sunday lunchtime. The jazz is generally mainstream and modern and the club is justly proud of the quality.  For an annual subscription of £10.00 (£15.00 joint) members are entitled to a £4.00 reduction on normal ticket prices, and early notice of concerts. There's a friendly atmosphere, so come along. Enq: Larry Newall-Smith 01245 256510.  Advance booking:   01245 606505.  join the Facebook groups

7th May:     Rossano Sportiello with Dave Green & Steve Brown

4th  June:      Allison Neale

MUSIC AT MARIGOLDS, Cricket Club, Chippingfield, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0DJ.  Doors and Licensed Bar 7.30pm, Fridays. 01279 414174 / 421763 musicatm...@ntlworld.com www.myspace.com/musicatmarigolds. Car Parking On Site and there are two Public Car Parks.  We are now in the new Clubhouse which has been built between the Cricket Club’s two grounds.  Carry on a bit further round Chippingfield and its on your left still.  £8 Door

HORNCHURCH JAZZ CLUB, 25 North St (rear), Hornchurch, Essex RM11 1RS. The Hornchurch Conservative Club is a comfortable air-conditioned venue with a dance floor, drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and car parking, Members £7, non-members £8. Call Laurie on 07913 558616 for more details. Sundays  8:30 – 11pm

7th May from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The Nick Charles Quintet. A 5-piece band led by Nick Charles playing clarinet recreates the sound of Benny Goodman, Sidney Bechet and stars from the 1930’s. Another visit this year from a fantastic band of musicians for an evening of classic small band jazz.

14th May from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Martin Bennett’s Old Green River Jazz Band. A not often enough visit by this famous Manchester based band led by Martin Bennett on keyboard playing a blend of jazz, blues and boogie music in their very own style. The band is named after the Green River, one of the tributaries of the Mississippi, spiritual home of traditional jazz.

JAZZ AT THE RHODES ARTS COMPLEX.  Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 3JG  01279 710 200  www.rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk

FORTNIGHTLY FREE Live Midweek Music in our Theatre Lounge on Wednesdays

7:30 pm  Relax on a Wednesday evening at Rhodes while listening to the very best from the vibrant local music scene.  Our Midweek Live Music events are now established as a ‘must see’ night for music fans of all ages so unwind, kick back and relax.

Our resident Jazz Quintet Que Pasa are now established on the second Wednesday of every month. Featuring internationally renowned players Pete Lemer on keys, Paul Robinson on drums, Steve Cook on Bass, with Adam Amor on Sax and brilliant trumpet player Paul Higgs. Between them they have worked with acts such as Nina Simone, Grace Jones, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Ginger Baker, Mike Oldfield, The BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The best of the genre from the best in the business.

JAZZ IN THE CHICKENSHED THEATRE BAR -  290 Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE.  Times: 8.30pm – 11.30pm Support 7pm - 7.45.   Price: £17 on door| £15 in advance

To book: telephone Box Office 020 8292 9222, email book...@chickenshed.org.uk or visit www.chickenshed.org.uk

Jazz at the Movies on Sunday 14 May

Universal Recording artist Joanna Eden makes her Chickenshed debut with a captivating two-hour show of memorable Music from the Movies .
Jazz at the Movies  are a unique jazz group formed specially to interpret movie themes and soundtracks taken from a wide range of classics including The Aristocats, The Servant, From Russia With Love, Agatha, Let’s Make Love, The Pink Panther, When Harry Met Sally, and many more. Their refined dramatic and jazz sensibilities produce sounds that celebrate the meeting point of songcraft and swingcraft.
Regularly sold-out at Ronnie Scott’s, Royal Albert Hall and St James Theatre, Jazz at the Movies are fronted by acclaimed singer and vocal mentor to pop sensation Sam Smith, Joanna Eden, with Chris Ingham (piano), Mark Crooks (saxophone/clarinet), Geoff Gascoyne (bass) and George Double (drums).

Jazzin’ Jolson on Saturday 17 June

Julian Marc Stringle's popular 'Jazzin Jolson' ensemble will perform legendary Al Jolson's many hits and dynamic Dixieland arrangements of classic jazz melodies that resonate with memories of the incomparible Louis Armstrong, 'Wild Bill' Davison & Muggsy Spanier.
Dixieland Jazz is exciting vibrant music that can only be convincingly performed by masters of this joyous idiom, and, this remarkable band is rich in virtuoso instrumentalists, all gifted exponents of red hot Chicago style jazz.

JAZZ AT THE HUNTER CLUB, 6, St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3PH. 1st class jazz in Bury St Edmunds   headhunter...@gmail.com    www.headhunterslive.org 07799 650009   Doors 7.30,   Music   8pm

Fri 26 May:  !Latin Jazz Night!  Derek Nash's PICANTE   £15

Led by Derek Nash, the irrepressible star saxophonist of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Picante deliver effervescent entertainment full of the life-affirming rhythms and excitement of authentic Latin Jazz. With Neil Angilley (piano), Dominic Ashworth (guitar), Andy Staples (bass), Marc Cecil (drums) and Robin Jones (percussion).
“Good vibes and upbeat grooves” ALL ABOUT JAZZ

THE JAZZ MIX @ THE MARITIME ROOM, Cliff’s Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. Facebook – The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room and check out our page on the Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk … go to Special Events tab to find The Jazz Mix page.  On Wednesday nights.

Wednesday 31st May 2017 - Snake Davis Band

Saxophonist Snake Davis has played with the likes of James Brown, Smokey Robinson and Chaka Khan, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield and M-People. His live show delivers superb dance music with flavours of soul, reggae and dance. With a storming new rhythm section there'll be lots of new material, and a wonderful mix of soul, world, funk and jazz. Tickets £17

You can find us on Facebook; why not join the group page - The Jazz Mix @ The Maritime Room   Cliffs Pavilion website: www.southendtheatres.org.uk for future event details by placing Jazz Mix in the search box.

THURSDAY JAZZ AT THE RAFA CLUB, 295 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, IG1 4UA. A swinging group led by Leszek Kulaszewicz. Come and listen to the music plus every week there is a fantastic vocalist. The club is well serviced by public transport with plenty of buses going to the club or a ten minutes walk from Gants Hill or Ilford stations. The club will be open from 8pm with music from 9 – 11pm.  "Louise Ellen and the Juke Box Band" play audience requests every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

JAZZ AT THE IVY ROOM - Farnham Conservative Club, Ivy House, Ivy Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7PQ. Last Wednesday of the month. The Farnham Conservative Club is a hidden gem of a venue in the centre of town with drinks at club prices, wheel-chair access and free parking.  Curry available from 7 pm. Show 7.45pm - 10.15 pm. All welcome.   Admission £12 (online bookings + booking fee)   Online Tickets: https://www.wegottickets.com/ivyroomjazz  More information: www.ivyroomjazz.co.uk  in...@ivyroomjazz.co.uk

JAZZ AT THE CROWN.  This new Jazz venue at ‘The Crown’, Church Street, Great Ellingham, nr. Attleborough, Norfolk opened on the 11^th September. The aim is to create a Sunday evening Jazz scene once a month featuring some of East Anglia’s major Jazz musicians using a regular rhythm section of Nigel Portass, Keyboard - Jeff Burbidge, Bass Gtr. - and Bob Dore, Drums. The music will commence at 6.0pm and finish around 8.30 pm and will be free admission.

JAZZ AT THE ROWFANT. Rowfant House, Wallage Lane, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4NG.  On 2nd Thursday of each month.  £8.00 on the door.  01342 714869    www.rowfanthouse.co.uk

MILL HILL JAZZ CLUB – The Mill Hill Jazz Club has been providing live jazz of the highest standard to North West London for many years and is for everyone with a passion for live jazz, blues and soul. If you like jazz, the Mill Hill Jazz Club is the place to hang out. Every Wednesday from 8.30pm. The Golf Clubhouse, 100 Barnet Way, London NW7 3AL www.millhilljazzclub. Admission £8 members, £9 guests unless stated otherwise.

JAZZ AT THE KINGS LANGLEY CLUB – The very best bands of local musicians every Tuesday at 8.30pm, 3-5 Hempstead Road, Kings Langley, Herts. Tel: 01923 262982. No entry charge, Visitors welcome . www.kingslangleyjazz.co.uk  Keep an eye on the website for any late amendments.

May 9th Cliff Longhurst small group. Cliff runs the acclaimed ‘Jazz Knights’ big band and presents here a perfectly formed small version, with the usual top players and singers. Not to be missed!

May 16th The Jim Phillips Big Band. Presented by Jim on baritone sax, this well known big band in the classic tradition. Driving swing with new and old favourites.

May 23rd Stolen Moments. A 7piece band playing intriguing and varied arrangements of mainstream jazz. Led By Julian Rhys-Williams on saxes,  Graham Pike on trumpet/flugel and harmonica plus vocals from Annie Dehany-Smith.

May 30th Hertswing Big Band. Big, bouncy and Basie style Swing, the very best!  A popular programme of favourites  all aided by Vicky our star vocalist.

FLEECEJAZZ - World class Jazz every Friday at Stoke-by-Nayland Hotel CO6 4PZ www.fleecejazz.org.uk

• Doors at 7.30pm, gig starts 8.00 pm, 2 sets, ends approx 11.00 pm
• Ample parking; fully accessible - info 01787 211865
• See website for directions to the venue as satnav can get you lost!
• Tickets via Box Office: 01787 211865; WeGotTickets (booking fee applies); On the door (sorry, no debit/credit cards - cash or cheque only)

31 March 2017  -  John East Project       £18

JAZZ AT THE FOLD – The Billericay  Arts Association– 72 Laindon Road, Billericay CM12 9LD.

LIVE JAZZ AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL  – Usually the 3rd Saturday afternoon in the month.  £8 on the door, start time of 12:30pm.  The Hall is in the High Road, behind the vet's surgery CM16 6DB.  Licensed bar at village hall prices.  Tea, coffee and snacks at reasonable prices, with parking - but get there early. Please phone Margaret or George on 01992 523535 to book  northwealdvillagehall.org

The Jack Free Allstars.  The legendary trombonist appears with regulars Pete Rudeforth, John Crocker, Tim Huskisson, Murray Salmon, Martin Guy, Colin Bray, Carol Braithwaite.  Paul Higgs, Colin Good, Gary Wood, Julian Stringle, Trevor Whiting, JJ Vinten among recent guests.

May 20                              June 17                             July 15
August 26                         September 16                  October 21
November 18                    December 16

“SPIKE’S PLACE” AT BECKENHAM – 8:30pm. Club Langley, 2 Hawksbrook Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 3SR (Off South Eden Park Road). Admission £14.00 (members £10.00) unless otherwise stated. 020 8650 2406 / 01245 420475 E mail: susa...@btinternet.com www.myspace.com/spikesplacejazzclub Advance bookings contact: Susan 01245 420475  join the Facebook groups

Thursday  11^th May  – 8.30pm
Howard Alden (guitarist from USA) with Simon Woolf bass  Matt Fishwick drums

Thursday  25^th May – 8.30pm
Al Nicholls Quartet

Thursday  1^st June – 8.30pm
Atila with Gabrial Latchin, Conor Chaplin & Matt Home

Thursday  8^th June – 8.30pm
Osian Roberts with Graham Harvey Simon Woolf & Winson Clifford

Thursday  22^nd June – 8.30pm
Mick Foster Quartet

MILESTONES JAZZ CLUB is held on the first Sunday of every month at Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0QG

SUNDAY 7 MAY - THE REG WEBB TRIO.  The return of the charismatic and intensely soulful Reg Webb (vocals/keyboards), a long time favourite at Milestones for his blend of styles that ranges from jazz standards and blues to pop and electric fusion. Supported by the great Andy Staples (bass guitar) and Andrew Dowding (drums) performing with a driving sense of urgency to hold everyone's attention.  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

SUNDAY 4 JUNE - THE BUTTON BAND.  Guitarist and composer Andrew Button returns to Milestones as part of a UK tour, leading his London band through originals that reflect the influence of Bill Frisell, John Scofield and Loose Tubes. Sometimes playful, sometimes melancholy, always quietly grooving - contemporary jazz featuring the great Andy Woolf (tenor sax), Dave Manington (double bass) and Marek Dorcik (drums).  Admission - £7 / £6 (concession)

JAZZNIGHTS @ THE BELL, CLARE The Bell Hotel, Market Hill, Clare, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 8NN. from. 7.30 – 10.00pm  £10 Admission.  www.jazz-nights.com. Reserve seating on 01787 237653 or email reply – pay on the door. With Simon Brown (keys), Bernie Hodgkins (bs) & Roger Odell (drs) + LARRAINE ODELL (voc). Downstairs in the Tudor Room.

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT
Simon Brown (pno), Bernie Hodgkins (bs), Roger Odell (drs) & Larraine Odell (voc)
Only a few years ago Simon Spillett was hailed as a major new voice on the straight-ahead British Jazz Scene but in a very short time he established himself as an award winning saxophonist of the highest order. A real virtuoso, he is steeped in the music of Tubby Hayes but is very much his own man.   Recommended that seating is reserved by reply or call 01787 237653.

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 7th May – SIMON SPILLETT

Sunday 21st May – MORNINGTON LOCKETT

Sunday 4th June – CRISSY LEE BAND

Sunday 18th June – DEBBY BRACKNELL

FOLKESTONE JAZZ CLUB AT THE TOWER Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3HL. Every Thursday Music Starts 8 30pm To book seats please call 01303 277175  or email  twink...@btinternet.com  Derick Woodland Beryl Wood

May 11th    THE CLARK TRACEY QUINTET  ( The Young Guns )     www.clarktracey.com

Clark Tracey drums & leader   Chris Maddock saxes    James Copus trumpet    Harry Bolt piano   Daniel Casimir double bass

A great combination of the UKs most talented young Jazz musicians led by the very experienced Brit Jazz award winning drummer Clark Tracey.  These are some of the most brilliant young jazz musicians in The UK  &  each one of them play & perform with skills & presentation far beyond their years.  They do play standards as well as some original charts- - Top quality Jazz that swings.  The top performance & discipline of this outstanding unit is all down to the leader  Clark Tracey & we welcome them back

Tuesday     May 16th   The Swinging Sound of   THE  XENOPOULOS / PRICE  QUARTET  www.vasilisx.com // www.nigelprice.biz

Vasilis Xenopoulos tenor sax. This man is not just The Charismatic Greek ~~ He is also One of The Finest Tenor Saxophonists in Europe.  These two make a great team
Nigel Price guitar  Brilliant guitarist ~Brit Jazz Award Winner with over 400 appearances at Ronnie Scotts  ( as well as numerous times at The Coveted FJC !!! )
Dario Di Lecce  double bass Amazing young Italian bassist returning to The FJC ~ plays regularly with Alex Garnett , upstairs at Ronnies
Steve Brown drums -- This multi Brit Jazz Award Winner is always welcome ~~ & why not ~~ he is one of the best & a regular member of the Scott Hamilton Qt

May 25th      THE MICK FOSTER SEXTET Play The Authentic GERRY MULLIGAN  www.mickfoster.org.uk

Last year we asked Mick Foster to transcribe the charts of the two Gerry Mulligan Quartets, of his time with Chet Baker & his time with Bob Brookmeyer & to combine them into a sextet but remaining a pianoless West Coast outfit of a true Mulligan sound.  Mick also brought in the arranging skills of Adrian Fry & Robert Fowler to this project.  THE RESULT WAS AMAZING & that is why they are back .

Mick Foster baritone & leader. .This man is naturally the closest that I have ever seen anyone play like Mulligan - The tone --easy flow & stance is so much like the legend.
Robert Fowler tenor sax.. One of the UK's top saxophonist with a mass of Mulligan experience --He is the leader of the UK's Gerry Mulligan Big Band ~ Great to have him.
Shanti Jayasinha trumpet -Making his third visit to The FJC - Has a great CV & Web site.  This amazing young man will just blow you away - a great asset to any band..
Adrian Fry trombone Brilliant musician & recognised as one of the best big band arrangers in the UK.  He is also the leader of Bone Supremacy !!!
David Chamberlain double bass . Now a well established part of British jazz .  Swings like crazy & ideal for West Coast Jazz
Tristan Maillot drums  - Huge experience with this music & a great asset

MALDON NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ CLUB 8:30 – 11pm, every First Thursday of the month at The Blue Boar - Silver St, Maldon CM9 4QE. Not to be confused with the slick sound of British Trad Jazz nor the eclectic jazz/blues/swing of the Blackwater Band. This is ensemble music in the style you would hear in Preservation Hall New Orleans. Gerry Hoskin (Bass) Brian Peters (clarinet) Rodger Howlett (banjo) Pete Jezard (Trombone) + occasional guest musicians. Door charge £6

BERKHAMSTED JAZZ present live jazz in a relaxed club atmosphere, with reasonably priced licensed bar. £10 – members Dacorum Card holders, £13 – visitors and guests. Concerts normally at the Civic Centre, High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 3HD. Parking on High Street and in the car park behind the shops opposite. Disabled access.

"LOUISE ELLEN AND THE JUKE BOX BAND" play audience requests every last Sunday of the month at Brasserie Toulouse Lautrec in Kennington and every last Thursday of the month at Rafa Club in Ilford.

The Andy Bowie Quartet plays modern jazz every Sunday 8 to 11 at the Tram Depot, Dover Street, Cambridge, as we have for the last 4 years. https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT THE BEDFORD ARMS, on Bromham Road, No 2 Bronham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QA.

THE CRYPT, St Giles Church, Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8RB. www.jazzlive.co.uk  Doors 8.00 pm £8 / £5

Cuffley Jazz Workshop meets most Monday evenings at Cuffley Youth & Community Centre, Station Road, Cuffley, EN6 4EY 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm New members always welcome.  Contact Les 07941183004

FRANK GRIFFITH GIGLIST- Frank Griffith, Director of Performance, School of Arts, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH 01895 266572. 07976 313224 www.frankgriffith.co.uk

25 May, 8PM. Frank Griffith Nonet. Karamel Klub, 4 Coburg Road, London, N22 6UJ. 0208 829 8962. www.karamelrestaurant.com  £8

18 June, 1-3PM. W/Kevin Fitzsimmons.  Pizza Express. 10 Dean Street, W1D 017. www.pizzaexpresslive.com. £15.

19 June, 8PM. w/Alan Barnes, Graham Harvey, Arnie Somogi and Mark Hale. Bedford Arms, 2 Bromham Rd, MK40 2QA.01234 214656.Free

14 July, 6.30-7.30PM. W/Tina May and Martin Litton. Foyles Book Shop. 107 Charing Cross Road, WC2H.www.foyles.co.uk. £10.

2 August, 8PM. W/Roan Kersey Lawson and Friends. The Roffen,41 New Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1DX. 01634 365 453.£10.

15 August, 8PM. FG with Kevin Fitzsimmons. Annies Jazz Club.Thorpe Hall Golf Club. Thorpe Hall Avenue. Essex, SS1 3AT.£10. www.thorpehall.co.uk

18 August, 7PM. W/Henry Lowther. Drayton Court Jazz Festival. 2, The Avenue, Ealing, W13.997 10109.£5.

30 August,12.30PM. W/Alex Garnett and Jack Honeybourne Trio. The Spice of Life.6 Moor St, London, W1D 5NA.£6.

6 Sept, 8PM. FG W/Tina May and the Swing Unlimited Big Band. Parley Sports and Social Club. 275 Christchurch Road, West Parley, Ferndown, BH22 8SQ. 07771 267445.£10.

7 Sept, 8PM FG W/Tina May, Jez Brown, Rod Youngs and Gareth Williams. Celebrating Ella's Centenary- 100 years of Song. Dorchester Corn Exchange, High E Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF. 01305 819039. £14 www.dorchesterarts.org.uk

10 Oct,8.45PM. The Polo Sticks w/Alan Barnes, Martin Nickless, Charlie Wood, Dave Jenkins, Les Cirkel. The Stables.Wavendon, MK17 8LU.01908 280800. www.stables.org. £10.

25 Nov, 7.30PM. w/Tina May, Nick Weldon, Dave Olney, Richard Pite. Celebrating Ella and Fats. Pavenham Village Hall. Pavenham, Beds, MK43 7PE.£12.

HEADS UP!  GIGS LISTING:

Wed 10th May - The Railway, Clifftown Rd., Southend (8.30pm)
Sun 14th May - Valentines Mansion (Walled Garden), Cranbrook Rd., Ilford - time tba
Sun 21st May - The Blue Boar, Silver St., Maldon (3pm)
Sun 30th July - Writtle Jazz Festival (all day)

CAROL BRAITHWAITES’ GIGS LISTING:   (further information : carolbraithwaite.com ).

Friday 14th April – Billericay Const Club 1, High St,  CM12 9BE.

Great way to start the weekend.  Lunchtime menu available + club prices for drinks.
Fun starts at 12.30 – 2.30pm.  £7 door.
Monthly club:  2nd Friday in every month.

Saturday 15th April  - North Weald Village Hall, CM16 6BU
with Jackie Free and the Allstars.  Afternoon monthly jazz club.  12.30 - 3pm
Food available along with tea/coffee and bar. Entry fee payable at door.

Wednesday 19th April - Essex Bowls Club 21, Imperial Avenue,
Westcliff  SS0 8NE.
An evening of easy listening jazz played in a comfortable and friendly club.
Ground level and easy parking.  Club prices for drinks .
Starts at 8 through to 10.30pm.  £7 door.  Guest: Goff Dubber - sax/clarinet.

dairy dates
12/5/17 - Billericay
17/5/17 - Essex County Bowls - Paul Higgs
20/5/17 - North Weald

DAVID PRICE (banjo, guitar, vocal) will be appearing at the following:

Sun. 7th May. The Globe On Morning Lane, Hackney, E9 6NA. 12.30 – 3.30 pm. – with Bob Dwyer’s Bix & Pieces. FREE ADMISSION.

The Wagon in Wix  from 8:30 - 11pm (and on every 3rd Wednesday of the month) with The Blackwater Band from 8:30  to 11 pm  and on the 3rd Wednesday of every month during 2017  There will be happy jazz provided The Blackwater Band

This month sees the return of Kevin Harris on drums and special guest  Richard (Trummy) Mayhew on trombone.  The ‘usual suspects’ are also lined up. Mel Cox banjo/guitar,Brian Hart clarinet/sax and Gerry (bass) with myself  vocals.  And one extra special guest with his annual rendition of ‘Doctor Jazz’

CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET live in 2016-17

Fri 5 May – SOUTHPORT The Atkinson
Sun 7 May – LINCOLN Jazz Week
*Sat 10 June - COSSINGTON Village Hall*
Thurs 22 June – CAMBRIDGE Jazz Club
Sun 16 July – IPSWICH Jazz Club
*Sun 23 July - RADLETT Arts Centre*
Sun 3 Sep – RADLETT Arts Centre
Sun 24 Sep – COLCHESTER Arts Centre

THE BOTTLENECK BLUES CLUB meet on the last Tuesday of the month in the Roffen Suite in Rochester – 41 New Road, Rochester ME1 1DX. Normally tickets £12, doors 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm. www.bottleneckblues.com. Good food, reasonably priced available to eat at your table if required.  Further information, upcoming shows, available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

Tuesday 30 May - The Spikedrivers

A long awaited return after 18 months of a forefront club favourite.  They are the epitome of superb musicianship, coupled with showmanship and a delivery that only great experience can bring.  They superbly create their own music and the tunes they cover, they make their own.  Tickets £12.00, pay on the door.  Bookings to me at the return email address.  Doors open 7.30pm, band on stage 8.45pm.  Good food, reasonably priced, available to eat at your table if required.  Further information, upcoming shows, location map etc., available at www.bottleneckblues.com.

THE DON STEELE JAZZBAND play at The Woodman, Goathurst Common, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks TN14 6BU every other Wednesday from 8pm. Good food, wine and draft beer to go with the trad jazz. Band Members - Don Steele Trumpet, Richard Brennan Reeds, Johnny McCallum Banjo/Guitar, Mick Scriven Bass, Bill Magee Drums, Jan Bryce Trombone and Eileen Ford Singer  Playing on alternate Wednesdays from 17th February

JAZZ AT BARNEY’S CAFE/BAR 46-56 Portland Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1QN (Tel: 01903 527075). Website: http://www.barneysworthing.co.uk  A few minutes drive from Worthing train station, in the centre of town.

Every Saturday 8.30pm - 11pm, join local tenor saxophonist Mike Pappenheim with  guest artists for two sets of standards-led jazz with some easy-listening pop thrown in. Free Entry!   01903 527075.

Live Saxophone led Jazz Trio featured every Sunday along with Sunday Roast from 4 - 6pm Free Entry.   Bedford Tavern 160 Seven Sisters Road London N7 7 PT

For Live Music in Cambridge - Hot Numbers Coffee with Nick Hill plus guests every Thursday evening within the gallery space from 7pm - 10:30pm. Units 5/6 Dales Brewery, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LJ. Some fantastic recent guests include Gillad Atzmon, Frank Harrison, John Turville, Josh Kemp. www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk

JAZZ NIGHTS AT HAVERHILL ARTS CENTRE, High St, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR. To book 01440 714140 or go to www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk

The JUST JAZZ & BLUES BAND appear once a month at The Victoria, 28 North Hill, Highgate London N6 4QA. Admission free - starts 8.30 pm. Band are Barry Rosen, sax/ Peter Cundall, gtr/ Tom Cundall, gtr/ Harry Mackie, bass & Alan Webb, drums.

THE SPARROWS OF PARIS - Vintage French Chansons and Gypsy Jazz.  Quartet headed by singer Carolyn Saint-Pé with accordion, guitar & double bass  www.thesparrowsofparis.com

SPICE OF LIFE - 6 Moor Street, Soho, London W1D 5NA Nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year Award - Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2010 & 2015. Pre-bookings: www.wegottickets.com in...@spicejazz.co.uk ; tel/text: 07870 915682 www.spicejazz.co.uk http://www.facebook.com/spicejazz

 

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Breathe Saxophone Group Music Concert  Friday 19th May at 8:00pm at All Saints Church, Church Avenue, Highams Park, E4 9QD.  This newly formed sextet will be debuting original arrangements from an eclectic mix of musical styles and genre’s, from baroque and classical, to film music, gospel and M-BASE inspired contemporary jazz.  Included, will be pieces by Vivaldi, Bach, Bill Evans and Billy Strayhorn.  Tickets £6.50, under 10’s free.  For more information go to breathesaxophonegroup.eventbrite.co.uk

On June 18 2017 @1 pm Elgoods will run their celebrated Fathers Day Jazz event in their beautiful Brewery Gardens at North Brink Wisbech, The Band will be The Hugely successful band from last year The Theydon Select Six:- Peter Rudeforth Trunpet/Julian Stringle Clt/sax, admission £10 each, accompanied under 12's free.  The band will play three sets between 1-4.15pm snacks /tea/coffee, and alcohol available .... please bring a garden chair or blanket .... picnics are allowed dogs (except guide dogs) aren't.  Wheelchair access.  Enquiries, advanced reservations:- daved...@gmail.com :  phone 01945 588325

Workshop dates:

11^th, 25^th May 2017
8^th June 2017

Saxophone Workshop
The workshop aims to develop saxophone technique and performance in a friendly creative environment.  Each class explores saxophone and musicianship skills that will enhance the individual and group performer.  This includes music theory, methods of practice, sight reading, improvisation, aural work, and specific concepts to increase your knowledge on the saxophone.  This is worked concurrently with a repertoire of saxophone music from different genres of music with a focus on Classical and Jazz.

Workshop dates:

4^th, 18^th May 2017
1^st, 15^th June 2017

Weekly Saturday Jazz Workshops in Orpington (SE London) for anyone, any age, on any instrument, interested in developing their improvising skills and musicianship. It is a practical, performance based approach to learning in a supportive, inclusive and nurturing group. Through the playing and study of standard jazz repertoire we cover some of the essential requirements for improvising including ear training, rhythmic skills, developing your harmonic understanding, learning transcriptions of some classic recordings and building a jazz vocabulary. By better understanding the process of playing jazz and your role in the group and by using a variety of different practice methods and approaches you can gain confidence in your improvising. Limited numbers. See www.saturdayjazzworkshop.com for more details.

British and International Vocal (Jazz) Academy (BIVJA) workshop course is a high quality enterprise implementing the skills and experience of a full rhythm section. For those who wish to acquire a greater understanding of the working of that rhythm section plus harmony, aural, jazz music theory and jazz style through practical sessions integrating performance, audience communication, history, safe vocal technique, extending range and improvisation and all ‘tools of the trade’. In Ealing, BIVJA promotes a warm but challenging environment and as the course develops ALL students will have acquired some practical knowledge of piano, bass, kit and percussion playing and band leading skills in addition to vocal and technical skills. The support group created will assist students in self-promotion and performance opportunities. Verona Chard – 020 8992 1571 – leave message, and contact details. 07985 440902 www.veronachard.com/bivja v...@veronachard.com

The Julian Joseph Jazz Academy runs weekly in Hackney on Saturday afternoons, under the artistic direction of internationally renowned jazz pianist and composer Julian Joseph, offering talented young instrumentalists and vocalists aged 11-24, the opportunity to work with acclaimed jazz artists to develop their skills through a curriculum underpinned by an introduction to the American roots of jazz.

The Hertfordshire Music Service and North Herts Youth Jazz run the North Herts Youth Jazz Big Band rehearse Tues evenings, term time, at The North Herts Music School, Highbury House, Highbury Road, Hitchin SG4 9RU 01462 434052. Up to age 19.  Improvisers welcome but guidance and instruction will be given to all who wish it. They will perform at least once in public each term to promote the playing of jazz amoung youth. There is a termly fee.

Essex Music Services, part of Essex County Council provide ” Quality instrumental tuition and workshops .. , covering all major orchestral and band instruments and musical styles”. One of the youth orchestras is The Essex Youth Jazz Orchestra (EYJO) for young musicians with a love for jazz with a min of grade 5 – audition entry. Meet monthly for rehearsals and also go on tour. Musical Director since '91 Martin Hathaway, is one of the country’s leading jazz musicians. He is also the resident conductor of Young Essex Jazz and Essex Junior Jazz. Tickets for their’ Jazz concerts 01206 798788 or email beverley...@essex.gov.uk

If you weren’t aware of it you really should be listening to jazz broadcaster of the year Paul Barnes’s show The Late Paul Barnes. The show is broadcast each Saturday between 11pm and 1am on the following BBC stations: Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent, Cambridgeshire, Northampton and 3CR (Beds, Bucks, Herts). And for those of you who aren’t night owls, thanks to the wonders of modern technology you can “listen again” any time, anywhere by going to: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p002mhdx

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tune to www.1940sukradio.co.uk

Adam Dyer presents a radio show on Phoenix FM, every Monday night 6pm – 8pm, playing jazz from the swing era to the present on 98FM in the Brentwood/Billericay area, available on app-stores and online: http://www.phoenixfm.com/2014/01/21/all-that-jazz/, helping to build a following for jazz among younger people. Adam teachs jazz piano/composition in Billericay (MA Guildhall School of Music and Drama). http://www.reverbnation.com/adamdyerjazz

Our friends at MEDWAY JAZZ publish a great newsletter covering a lot of what is going on in Kent. You can download their latest newsletter by clicking here: http://jazzupdate.co.uk/downloads/kentjazzspring14.pdf

Dave Self is a lifelong jazz fan, performer and DJ. He is a presenter of a jazz show for Blast 1386 – Tuesdays midday to CARL ORR on guitar [yes the guitarist with the billy cobham band] and ANDY NOBLE on keyboards . Carl and andy are both from Australia and are both top class exellent musicians 1pm, repeated on Fridays 8pm to 9pm. You can listen in at http://radiotime.com/station/s_6837/Blast_1386.aspx.

A really good website, kindly pointed out to us by Steve Duke. www.jazzonthetube.com. Basically it is a directory of all the great jazz videos which can be found on YouTube sorted by artist … highly addictive!

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Courtesy of our friends at J A Z Z N I G H T S

Clare: Jazznights in the Cavendish Suite at The Bell, Market Hill, CO10 8NN on Sunday 7th May features the Tubby Hayes inspired saxophonist SIMON SPILLETT. 7.30-10pm. £10. Reserve seating by reply or call 01787 237653.

 

Bures: On Thursday 6th July it’s “Jazznights @ The Bures Festival” with SUE RICHARDSON’S “Too Cool – the Music of Chet Baker”, the ex-Humphrey Lytelton saxophonist KAREN SHARP plus LARRAINE ODELL & the Jazznights Trio. Tickets at £15 https://www.buresmusicfestival.com/product/jazz-night-2017/?doing_wp_cron=1493634831.9230771064758300781250.

 

Coggeshall: On Saturday 6th May the Braintree Male Voice Choir present SPRING SHOWCASE with the SWING EXPRESS BIG BAND at St Peter Church, CO6 1UD. Tickets at £12/£10 on the door or on 01787 463848.

 

Stoke By Nayland: Fleece Jazz at the Stoke By Nayland Hotel, CO6 4PZ have got the ALEX MERRITT QUARTET on Friday 12th May. See http://www.fleecejazz.org.uk/

 

Saffron Walden: On Saturday 13th May the CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET present “The Jazz Of Dudley Moore” at Joanna’s Place, Fairycroft House.

 

Saffron Walden: The Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, CB11 4UH present “Jazz In The Foyer” on Friday 19th May with the DAN FORSHAW QUARTET. 

 

Saffron Walden: Spike’s Place at The Saffron Hotel, High Street, Essex, CB10 1AZ present the USA guitarist HOWARD ALDEN on Thursday 18th May. 8.30pm start. £13.

 

Bury St Edmunds: Headhunters Jazz at the Hunter Club, 6, St Andrews Street features ACOUSTIC BEATLES on Friday 19th May and DEREK NASH’S PICANTE on Friday 26th May. Reserve tickets by email to:  headhunter...@gmail.com or see http://www.headhunterslive.org. 

 

Bury St Edmunds: Songbook Sundays continues at The Apex with JO HARROP with the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO. Google for date. 11.30am start. £10 advance or £12 on the door.

 

Chelmsford: The TED BEAMENT TRIO are at ACanteen, 35 New London Rd, CM2 0ND with “Jazz For Dining” on Saturday 20th May. Around 8pm to 10.30ish. Book a table on 01245 205889.  

 

Colchester: The Arts Centre Jazz Club at Church Street (off Head Street) presents PARTIKEL on Sunday 7th May and on Thursday 18th May they have VEIN + support. Doors 7.00pm. Music 7.30pm. Tickets on 01206 500900 or at www.colchesterartscentre.com. See www.colchesterartscentrejazzclub.com for details.

 

Colchester: On the last Sunday in the month at the Queen Street Brewhouse in Queen Street THE GOODTIMES JAZZ BAND and the EAST COAST GUITAR TRIO appear between 1pm and 5pm. Free.

 

Cambridge: The jazz club at Hidden Rooms have got ART THEMEN’S NEW DIRECTIONS QUINTET on Thursday 11th May. Prices:  £15, £12 Students (inc U3A) and Hidden Rooms members. Doors & Bar Open 7:00pm, Jazz from 8:00pm. Booking: Online at www.cambridgejazz.org.  Phone: 07827 012875. Email: in...@cambridgejazz.org.

Cambridge: Every Sunday night the ANDY BOWIE QUARTET are at the Tram Depot, Dover Street. See http://www.tramdepotcambridge.co.uk and https://soundcloud.com/andy-bowie.

Cambridge: Hot Numbers Coffee Bar at Units 5-6, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ features jazz from time to time. See www.hotnumberscoffee.co.uk for details.

Hadleigh: The jazz club at Town Hall, Market Place, IP7 5DN present “The Jazz Of Dudley Moore” with the CHRIS INGHAM QUARTET on Saturday 3rd June. £14 tickets from 07941 360890.

Ipswich: The jazz club features the HOWARD ALDEN QUARTET on Sunday 21st April.  California club, 195, Foxhall Road, IP3 8LB. http://ipswichjazzclub.co.uk/gigs.html#Gig4

Diss: The Corn Hall, 10, St Nicholas Street, IP22 4LB present ART THEMEN with the Chris Ingham Trio on Thursday 4th May. 7.30 doors, 8pm music. £12.

Norwich: The Maddermarket Theatre Bar features OPEN MIC/JAZZ JAM on Monday  8th May. See http://www.norwichjazzclub.co.uk for details.

Norwich: The Norfolk & Norwich Festival presents DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, the BRAD MEHLDAU TRIO and a host of others from Friday 12th to Sunday 28th May. For booking and details check http://www.nnfestival.org.uk or call 01603 766400.

Lowestoft: Milestones Jazz Club at the Hatfield Hotel, The Esplanade, NR33 0QG present the REG WEBB TRIO on Sunday 7th May. See http://www.milestonesjazzclub.co.uk.

Walthamstow: E17 Jazz are at Maud, 186, Hoe Street, E17 4QH on Thursday 11th May with PRESTON GLASGOW LOWE. 8.30-11pm. £8/5. Kids free.

Mill Hill: The jazz club presents the ROB TERRY TRIO on Wednesday 3rd May.