North Leeds Jazz Orchestra – Sunday 7th August 1.30pm
Part of August’s Courtyard Jazz series at Seven Arts.
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Here’s the latest information about our current gigs – an eclectic mix of jazz styles from leading artists across Leeds, the UK, and internationally.
All our concerts take place @Seven Arts (31 Harrogate Road, Leeds LS7 3PD) unless stated otherwise.
The Covid related audience limit on numbers at Seven has now been lifted though we do ask you to give people approriate space, especially in the entrance area. The bar at Seven is fully open and hot food can be ordered for the guest kitchen food van in the courtyard on the weekends and pizzas from The Canteen opposite.
Welcome to our upcoming 2022 programme
Rhythm De Luxe – Sunday 14th August 1.30pm
Part of August’s Courtyard Jazz series at Seven Arts.
Manouche North with Christine Pinkard – Sunday 21st August 1.30pm
Part of August’s Courtyard Jazz series at Seven Arts.
Jam in Courtyard – Sunday 28th August 1.30pm
Part of August’s Courtyard Jazz series at Seven Arts.
Let the good times roll! Thursday 1st September 7pm at Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Silent Movie: Buster Keaton “In One Week” and “The Boat” with Adam Fairhall on piano – Friday 2nd September 7pm
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Marco Woolf Sextet – Saturday 3rd September 7:00pm @Seven Arts
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Jazz and Latin Sunday in Regent Street – 4th September 12:30-6pm
This Jazz Sunday in Regent Street event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Toby Jack Brazier plays Rush Hour Jazz, Wednesday 7 Sept 6pm
Young jazz trumpet player Toby Brazier with the JazzLeeds trio.
Jazz Cafe and Jam Session Sunday 11 September 1.30pm
Always good fun! Join in or just come along and watch our jazz open mic gig.
Brigitte Beraha “Lucid Dreamers” Sunday 18 Sept 1.30pm
Drawing on jazz, folk, contemporary classical, free improv and electronica, Lucid Dreamers music is beautiful and expressive.
Fergus Quill’s Imaginary Big Band, Sunday 2 October 1:30pm
Fergus Quill brings his enormous experimental free improvisation jazz punk big band to Seven Arts
Nicki Allen – Rush Hour Jazz, Wednesday 5 October 6pm
Nicki’s ability to interpret jazz classics effortlessly and stylishly has made her a well-respected jazz singer.
Jean Toussaint Quintet “Songs for My Sisters, Brothers and Others” Thursday 6 October 7pm
Grammy winner Jean Toussaint returns to Leeds with another excellent band. Jean will be featuring a collection of new compositions, in tribute to his siblings and people and places important in his life.
Dales Jam, Sunday 9 October 1.30pm
A big band with African, Klezmer, Cuban, Asian influences, together with Stevie Wonder, John Mclaughlin and John Coltrane
Art Themen Trio – “Thane and the Villeins” Thursday 13 October 7pm
No one should pass up the chance of hearing Art Themen – he’s one of the very few totally original, and at the same time utterly engaging jazz musicians around.
Guitar duo: Jamie Taylor with US guitarist John Stowell, Sunday 16 October 1.30pm
A treat for lovers of the Jazz Guitar – American John Stowell visit these shores for the first time along with Leeds Conservatoire’s Jamie Taylor.
Christine Tobin Trio, Thursday 27th October 7pm
Her expressive range acknowledges finely acquired jazz, folk and twentieth century classical influences.
Kate Peters Quintet, Sunday 30th October 1.30pm
Kate Peters and her Quintet returns to Seven Arts with an exciting set with some jazzy takes on some classic numbers. Kate is kicking up
Rush Hour Jazz feat Cathy Ibberson, Wednesday 2nd November 6pm
Singer and sax player Cathy Ibberson guests wirth the Jazz Leeds trio
Joy Ellis Trio, Sunday 6th November 1.30pm
Jazz pianist Joy Ellis has toured all over the UK performing her original music at various venues and festivals
Robert Mitchell’s “True Think”, Thursday 10 November 7pm
One of the most outstanding pianists performing in the UK today Mitchell draws influence from jazz, Latin, funk, blues, classical…making the pianist what he is, a true original
Jazz Cafe and Jam Session Sunday 13 Nov 1.30pm
Always good fun! Join in or just come along and watch our jazz open mic gig.
Al Woods Octet Sunday 20 November 1.30pm
Veteran Leeds sax player Al Wood leads his ‘little’ Big Band playing be-bop, swing & all that jazz.
Andy Sheppard and Espen Erikeson Trio @Howard Assembly Room Thursday 26 November
This is a join presentation between JazzLeeds and Howard Assembly Room of award winning saxophonist Andy Sheppard and a trio led by with Norwegian pianist Espen Eriksen
Ingham/Davison sextet play the music of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Thursday 1st December 7pm
Celebrating the music of Art Blakey with a band featuring Rory Ingham James Davison with Nikki Iles Nadim Teimoori, Sam Quintana and Luke Tomlinson
Dan Barker-Bey Rush Hour Jazz Wednesday 7th December 6pm PAYF
He launched the Leeds Jazz Festival this year – now he’s back at Seven again with his electrifying playing.
Chapel FM Collective Big Band and Roundhay School Jazz Group, Sunday 4th December 1.30pm
New generation jazz – Chapel FM Big Band and Rounday School Jazz Group
Dale Storr solo blues and boogie piano: Sunday 11 December 1.30pm
New Orleans piano styles of Dr. John, James Booker, Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Fats Domino and more played by Dale Storr
Alan Barnes Octet -“Copperfield” Suite – Thursday 15th December 7pm
Like the Dickens classic itself, Alan Barnes’s “Copperfield” has something for everyone. A great night out for everyone – it will delight anyone who loves music or literature – or just being entertained!
Back Chat Brass @JazzLeeds Christmas Party Sunday 22 December 1.30pm
Bringing explosive beats to our Christmas Party with their fresh sounds and wild antics. A show to remember!
Let the good times roll! Thursday 1st September 7pm at Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Silent Movie: Buster Keaton “In One Week” and “The Boat” with Adam Fairhall on piano – Friday 2nd September 7pm
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Marco Woolf Sextet – Saturday 3rd September 7:00pm @Seven Arts
This event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
Jazz and Latin Sunday in Regent Street – 4th September 12:30-6pm
This Jazz Sunday in Regent Street event is part of the Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2022.
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JAZZ VOCAL WORKSHOPS
Thank you to all participants in the Spring 2022 programme of the jazz vocal workshops! Watch this space for further announcements .
JAZZ INSTRUMENTAL WORKSHOPS
Workshops will start again fortnightly at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm (Barn Sugar Well Rd, Leeds LS7 2QG) on Sunday mornings, 10:30am-12:30pm from Sunday 11 September . Cost per session: £10/8. All instruments and standards welcome – all you need is a wish to learn how to improvise and play jazz tunes. There is a piano available and a drum kit, otherwise please bring your instruments. Limited spaces available. To join – contact the tutor Dominic Moore.
e: Dominic Moore – [email protected]
Acknowledgements
We acknowledge the support and help from Leeds City Council, Leeds Inspired, Arts at Leeds, Jazz North, Seven Arts and Meanwood Valley Urban Farm. We are a member of the Northern Voluntary Promoters Jazz Network, and you can access their blog here: https://northernjazz-live.blogspot.co.uk/
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