Sunday 17 March – Geoff Hewer Quintet @Seven Arts, 1.30pm
Toronto guitarist Jeff Hewer leads his quintet with everything from straight ahead burners to more contemplative meditations
Award-winning friendly jazz club presenting the best in jazz from the UK and beyond
Celebrating jazz with an eclectic mix of styles from leading UK and international artists
Most of our concerts are held at Seven Arts and most of our workshops are at Northlight in Chapel Allerton, Leeds
Toronto guitarist Jeff Hewer leads his quintet with everything from straight ahead burners to more contemplative meditations
Big band singer and trombonist Stuart Garside makes his first appearance at rush hour jazz
From storming post-Coltrane energy to beautiful ballad playing, Los Angeles-based Benn Clatworthy has matured into a truly great tenor player.
Come and see the stars of tomorrow- today!
Bring your Easter hats, bunnies, eggs, whatever! Come and join in or just enjoy the fun at the friendliest jazz jam in town. Phil Green
Come down for a lovely after work event, grab a drink and relax to the Caribbean sounds of Dudley Nesbitt
Come and see the stars of tomorrow- today!
Led by one of the UK’s most formidable jazz pianists, George Cooper, The Jazz Defenders are a group born from a deep love of Blue Note jazz
Good vibes at Seven Arts bar for rush hour jazz
Matt Carmichael draws inspiration from the dramatic moods and expansiveness of Scotland’s coastal imagery and his jazz background brings a unique focus on the country’s folk tradition.
The friendliest jazz jam in town! Come and join in or just enjoy the fun!
Jo Harrop offers a perfect blend of originals and timeless perennials framed by Paul Edis’ elegant arrangements.
We feature
the Jazz Ensemble and the 20+ piece GSAL Big Band in a lively lunchtime of rousing tunes and improvisations
Jennie Hammond interprets the songs of Blossom Dearie, a remarkable vocalist jazz pianist, and composer from the bebop era who was able to bridge the gap between west side rhythm and east side lyrical content throughout her career
A welcome return for jazz, alt-folk and electronica guitarist Stuart McCullum with drummer Steve Hanley and bassist Sam Vicary
Award winning Leeds jazz/experimental bass player/composer/bandleader Fergus Quill released his fourth album on 23rd November via Tight Lines Records. “Up Yours : Fergus Quill Plays
The LUU Big Band is a 22-piece Big Band, which plays a wide variety of dance band/big band repertoire including swing, funk, pop and jazz.
Jon Scully is a trumpet player from Leeds, who plays and sings in the classic style of Armstrong and Eldridge.
A tribute to jazz tenor sax titan Sonny Rollins and pianist Chick Corea features Munch Manship on tenor sax and flute, Gary Culshaw bass, John Bailey guitar and Caroline Boaden drums.
Alan Barnes is a multi-award winning saxophone and clarinet player. With Leeds guitarist Derrick Harris he leads a sextet celebraring the music of 30’s bandleader Benny Goodman
Fergus McCreadie is one of the most exciting jazz pianists on the world stage today. With a unique blend of Jazz and Scottish folk inspired by his country’s sublime landscapes, his music captures the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide, with an appeal that extends far beyond the constraints of genre.
A jazz festival needs a good jam session! All levels and styles welcome. Come and join in!
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JAZZ CHOIR
Our Jazz Choir with Tessa Smith returns to “Northlight” (the new name for Inkwell) on 31 Potternewton Lane Leeds LS7 3LW. Come and join us! Contact Tessa Smith on Tessa Smith [email protected]
JAZZ INSTRUMENTAL WORKSHOPS
Workshops will start again fortnightly at “Northlight” (the new name for Inkwell on 31 Potternewton Lane LS73LW) on Sunday mornings, 10:30am-12:30pm – Cost per session: £10/8. All instruments and standards welcome. There is a piano available and a drum kit, otherwise please bring your instruments. To join – contact tutor Dominic Moore.
e: Dominic Moore – [email protected]
We acknowledge the support and help from Leeds City Council, Leeds Inspired, Arts at Leeds, Jazz North, Seven Arts and Northlight.