This concert is now SOLD OUT *** Tom Sharp Jazz Orchestra – Sunday 23rd January 1.30pm £10/8
A special treat for all Big Band fans – come and hear some of the best classic big band charts performed by some of Leeds’
Award-winning friendly jazz club presenting the best in jazz from the UK and beyond
What's on
Here’s the latest information about our current gigs – an eclectic mix of Jazz, funk, and world music 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, but we do ask that you allow everyone space, especially at the door and the bar. We would appreciate it if you would wear a mask if you can. The bar at Seven is fully open and pizzas can be ordered in from the Canteen across the street.
Welcome to our 2022 programme
**THIS CONCERT IS NOW SOLD OUT – SORRY** Tony Kofi with the “Generation Monk” Quintet – Thursday 27th January 7.30pm £16/14
British Jazz multi-instrumentalist sax player Tony Kofi brings a young quartet of musicians to play the music of one of the most original musicians in
Shapeshifters – Sunday 30th January 1.30pm £10/8
Shapeshifters are a contemporary jazz trio made up of Sam Quintana (bass), Steve Hanley (drums) and Anna Chandler (sax), whose musical roots are grounded in
Richard Ormrod – Rush Hour Jazz Wednesday 2nd February 6pm PAYF
Richard Ormrod is a local jazz artist and multi-instrumentalist All our Rush Hour Jazz gigs take place in the Seven Arts bar area, so why
James Mainwairing Quartet – Sunday 6th February 1.30pm £10/8
A Leeds supergroup of improvisers play some of the music of the jazz masters in their own style – a must for lovers of free
Joe Tatton Group with special guest Gareth Lockrane – Thursday 10th February 7.30pm £16/14
Joe Tatton, keyboard player for many years with UK/US funk/soul jazz kings New Mastersounds, is coming to Seven Arts with a fantastic line-up to mark
Jasmine – Sunday 13th February 1.30pm £10/8
Jasmine is a saxophone-led quintet from Leeds, performing music composed by saxophonist Jasmine Whalley. Jasmine is inspired by artists including MF Doom, Madvillain, Soweto Kinch
Pavlidis/Teimoori/Jackson/Walsh Quartet – Sunday 20th February 1.30pm £10/8
A super group from the Leeds Jazz scene. Organised by Leeds Conservatoire teacher and Bassist Garry Jackson the quartet features Guitarist and composer Jiannis Pavlidis,
Mark Lockheart’s “Dreamers” – Thursday 24th February 7.30pm £16/14
From Loose Tubes and Polar Bear, Mark Lockheart has always remained ahead of the curve of trends and has constantly explored new directions in his
Tom Ollendorff Quartet featuring Ben Wendel – Tuesday 1st March 7.30pm £20/18
Grammy award-nominated saxophonist, founder member of the band Kneebody, Ben Wendel is a rising star in the jazz firmament. Support: Calvin Travers (solo guitar) Tom
John Settle – Rush Hour Jazz Wednesday 2nd March 6pm PAYF
John Settle is the owner of a rare talent for the jazz vibraphone! All our Rush Hour Jazz gigs take place in the Seven Arts bar
Tim Knowles Quartet – Sunday 6th March 1.30pm £10/8
Crisp, folk-inflected compositions undergird vibrant exchanges – from the tender to the ecstatic. Emma Johnson (sax), John Pope (bass), Sarah Heneghan (drums), and Tim Knowles
March Jazz Café and Jam session – Sunday 13th March 1.30pm £7/5
Always lots of fun and surprises – come and play, sing or just watch the fun! @Seven Arts 1.30-4pm £7/5; free to performers and under
Arun Ghosh Quartet – Thursday 17th March 7.30pm £16/14
Arun Ghosh is a clarinettist and composer whose style incorporates jazz; Indian and western classical; folk; hip-hop; rock and experimental sounds. Support: Emma Coates and
Genevieve Begley and Nefaerious – Sunday 20th March 1.30pm £10/8
Jazz-Folk four-piece Nefaerious hail from Leeds. They take inspiration from traditional storytelling, the free improvisation of Jazz, and alternative Folk. They have released their debut
Ben Crosland’s “Solway Stories” – Thursday 31st March 7.30pm £16/14
Yorkshire-bassist Ben Crosland presents his new suite “Solway Stories” inspired by a visit that he made to the South West of Scotland. Support – Panagiotis
ARQ (Alison Rayner Quartet) – Sunday 3rd April 1.30pm £10/8
Alison Rayner has been a leading light of British jazz for over 30 years, with the Guest Stars in the 80s and with the Blow
Dudley Nesbitt – Rush Hour Jazz Wednesday 6th April 6pm PAYF
Dudley Nesbitt is a local jazz artist and a pan player All our Rush Hour Jazz gigs take place in the Seven Arts bar area, so
Jason Rebello and Tim Garland’s “Duology” – Thursday 14th April 7.30pm £20/18
Two of the UK’s most celebrated jazz musicians in concert together at Seven Arts. You can book tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/jazzleeds/jason-rebello-and-tim-garlands-duology/e-gkaoqg Award-winning saxophonist Tim Garland has
“Os Caras” the Edison Machado project – Sun May 22nd 1.30pm
Os Caras is a dynamic and exciting Bossa Nova/Samba Jazz octet led by Wakefield based drummer John Settle. The band is a tribute to the
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JAZZ VOICES CHOIR
No jazz voices choir at present but watch this space for special events in 2022
JAZZ WORKSHOPS
Workshops will start again in February 2022 and run fortnightly at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm (Barn Sugar Well Rd, Leeds LS7 2QG), 7-9pm. 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. 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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