The 007’s play the music of James Bond @Seven Arts, Sunday 10 December 1.30pm
This sextet play jazz versions of the popular music of James Bond films – come along and request your favourites!
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Award-winning friendly jazz club presenting the best in jazz from the UK and beyond
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We’re helping Leeds celebrate the year of culture, Leeds 2023, with an eclectic mix of jazz styles from leading artists from our city, the UK, and internationally.
All concerts are at Seven Arts in Chapel Allerton, Leeds unless stated
“Hejira” – celebrating Joni Mitchell. Early evening performance @Seven Arts Thursday 14 December 5-6pm
This will be an early evening performance by ‘Hejira’, a 7-piece jazz ensemble celebrating the music of Joni Mitchell.
•SOLD OUT• “Hejira” – celebrating Joni Mitchell @Seven Arts Thursday 14 December 7pm
This late eveing concert is now sold out – there will be an early evening performance at 5pm
JazzLeeds schools Christmas show @Seven Arts 17 December 1.45pm
We’ve been working with students of three Leeds schools this Autumn giving them a knowledge of jazz improvisation. Come and cheer them on at their year end concert!
Christmas Rush Hour Jazz with Brendan Duffy – Wednesday 20 Dec 6pm
Our Christmas Rush Hour Jazz – will Santa turn up on sax? Or will it be Leeds legend Brendan Duffy!
Christmas Jazz Jam at Seven Arts 24 December 1.30-4pm
Come and enjoy a Christmas Eve jazz jam in the bar at Seven Arts – play, sing or just watch the fun! Could be a
Edison Herbert Quartet @Seven Arts Sunday 14 January, 1.30pm
Mentored by George Benson, Edison Herbert has a reputation for engaging grooves, sensitive ballads and for shedding fresh light on familiar tunes
Rush hour jazz with Ron Burnett @Seven Arts Wednesday 17 Jan 6pm
York trombonist and singer Ron Burnett brings his traditional jazz and swing band to delight Seven Arts
Ancient Infinity Orchestra -@Seven Arts Sunday 21 January 1.30pm
14-strong ensemble drinking deep from the well of spiritual jazz inspired by the soulful sounds of Pharoah Sanders, Alice and John Coltrane
Ronnie Bottomley’s Jazz Orchestra final concert @Seven Arts Thursday 25 January 7.30pm
The swansong gig for Ronnie Bottomley’s legendary big band – Ron is calling it a day at last. Come and enjoy the final bash!
Jazz Cafe and Jam Session @Northlight Sunday 28 January 1.30pm
Come and join or monthly jam session – all levels and styles welcome!
“4 in 1”:@Seven Arts, Sunday 4 February 1.30pm
A swinging and joyful affair that will remind you of all your favourite musicians.
Ed Kainiek at Rush Hour Jazz @Seven Arts bar 7 February 6pm
Latin, funk, jazz and blues from this local saxophone legend
Caroline Boaden’s “Sum of All”@Seven Arts Thursday 8 February 7.30pm
“Sum of All”is a special commission by Jazzleeds for Leeds drummer and educator Caroline Boaden. It will feature new compositions written and played by her group of top Northern musicians
Alcyona Mick and Tori Freestone @Seven Arts, Sunday 11 February 1.30pm
“Some of the finest interplay I have heard since Stan Getz and Kenny Barron, the playing is that wondrous…” Jazz Journal
WAKO (from Norway): @Seven Arts, Sunday 18 February 1.30pm
Music that is both energetic and intimate with beautiful melodies and complex rhythms, inspired by contemporary Nordic jazz
Tessa Smith – Rush Hour Jazz @Seven Arts bar Wednesday 21 February 6pm
Jazz choir leader Tessa Smith sings at Rush Hour Jazz with the JazzLeeds quartet
Liam Noble and Geoff Simpkins “Lucky Teeth” @Seven Arts Thursday 22 February 7.30pm
“Dazzlingly intuitive interplay, and whether playing empathetic counterpoint, thrilling chase sequences and exchanging good-natured blows”
Jazz Café and Jam session @Northlight Sunday 25 February 1.30pm
Come and join in our friendly jazz jam session – or just enjoy the fun. All styles and abilities welcome – its all about the vibe!
Andy Panayi with the Richard Wetherall trio: Seven Arts Sunday 3 March 1.30pm
Straight ahead swinging jazz from one of the top flute and saxophone players on the UK jaz scene
Andy Henderson at Rush Hour Jazz @Seven Arts, Wednesday 6 March
Traditional rush hour jazz this week with trumpeter and vocalist Andy Henderson and the JazzLeeds all stars
Tom Ollendorff Trio with Aaron Parks @Howard Assembly Room, Sunday 10 March 4.15pm
One of the jazz world’s great piano players, Aaron Parks teams up with guitarist Tom Ollendorf for an unmissable show as part of their European tour.
Sunday 17 March – Jeff Hewer Quintet @Seven Arts, 1.30pm
Toronto guitarist Jeff Hewer leads his quintet with everything from straight ahead burners to more contemplative meditations
Stuart Garside at rush hour jazz @Seven Arts Wednesday 20 March 6pm
Big band singer and trombonist Stuart Garside makes his first appearance at rush hour jazz
Benn Clatworthy Quartet @Northlight, Thursday 21 March 7.30pm
From storming post-Coltrane energy to beautiful ballad playing, Los Angeles-based Benn Clatworthy has matured into a truly great tenor player.
Conservatoire Collection 2024 (part 1) @Seven Arts Leeds Sunday 24 March 1.30pm
Come and see the stars of tomorrow- today!
Jazz Café and Jam session at Northlight Sunday 31 March 1.30pm
Come and join in or just enjoy the fun at the friendliest jazz jam in town! Phil Green will be your host, and the JazzLeeds
Dudley Nesbitt – Rush Hour Jazz Wednesday 3rd April 6pm PAYF
Come down for a lovely after work event, grab a drink and relax to the Caribbean sounds of Dudley Nesbitt
Conservatoire Collection 2024 (part 2) @Seven Arts Leeds Sunday 7 April 1.30pm
Come and see the stars of tomorrow- today!
The Jazz Defenders @Seven Arts, Sunday 14 April 1.30pm
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
John Settle at rush hour jazz @Seven Arts Wednesday 17 April 6pm
Good vibes at Seven Arts bar for rush hour jazz
Matt Carmichael Quintet @Seven Arts, Thursday 18 April 7.30pm
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.
Jazz Café and Jam session at Northlight –Sunday 24 April 1.30pm
The friendliest jazz jam in town! Come and join in or just enjoy the fun!
Jo Harrop Trio @Seven Arts Thursday 25 April 7.30pm
Jo Harrop offers a perfect blend of originals and timeless perennials framed by Paul Edis’ elegant arrangements.
Grammar School at Leeds Big Band and Tutor group @Seven Arts Sunday 28 April 1.30pm
Bassist Adrian Knowles brings the GSAL big band and jazz ensemble to Seven Arts.
Leeds Jazz Map
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You can buy tickets for all our upcoming gigs here
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]
Acknowledgements
We acknowledge the support and help from Leeds City Council, Leeds Inspired, Arts at Leeds, Jazz North, Seven Arts and Northlight.
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