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Jazz At St Andrews presents; ART THEMEN.

    Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
    Time: 6:00 PM
    Location: St Andrews Church, Hove
    A fantastically exciting, playful and inventive saxophonist, Art Themen has been a beloved character of the British jazz scene for 60 years. Joined by one of the country’s finest organ players, Pete Whittaker, and their drummer George Double, this dynamic organ trio bring the band’s groove-led re-imaginings of quirky curiosities from the jazz canon, acting […]

    Jazz At St Andrews presents; JASON HENSON

      Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
      Time: 6:00 PM
      Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
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      Jason Henson is a well-known figure on the Brighton and south coast jazz scene, where he regularly plays at pubs, clubs and festivals. His album Henson Plays Wes and Benson was released to critical acclaim, and his guitar playing is immersed in the style of these modern greats. His gypsy jazz group Amuse Manouche featured […]

      Jazz At St Andrews; NIGEL PRICE

        Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
        Time: 6:00 PM
        Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
        St Andrew’s favourite guitarist Nigel Price returns with his blend of bebop lines, blues feeling and masterful chord work. He spent ten years with The Filthy Six and three years with The James Taylor Quartet, recording several albums. He leads his own organ trio and has released multiple albums under his own name. Among his […]

        Jazz At St Andrews; MARTIN SPEAKE

          Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
          Time: 6:00 PM
          Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
          Martin Speake made his mark in the 1980s with the saxophone quartet Itchy Fingers, touring globally. From the late 1980s onwards, he’s led many diverse projects — performing everything from interpretations of Charlie Parker standards to free improvisation and cross-cultural work incorporating Indian, Arabic and Turkish rhythms. His 2006 ECM album Change of Heart is […]

          Jazz At St Andrews; ALEX MERRITT.

            Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
            Time: 6:00 PM
            Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
            The Alex Merritt Quintet plays original material of mine that blends influences from contemporary jazz and contemporary classical music, as well as sensitive arrangements of classic jazz material by greats such as Joe Henderson, John Coltrane and Thelonious Monk, amongst others. Featuring Alex Merritt – tenor saxophone, Chris Coull – trumpet, Elliot Galvin – piano, […]

            Mark Nightingale at the Speakeasy jazz club.

              Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
              Time: 8:00 PM
              Location: The Wick Inn, Hove
              Mark Nightingale is one of the UK’s most exciting jazz trombonists, celebrated for his dazzling technique, rich sound, and irresistibly swinging style. A powerhouse performer with an international reputation, he brings energy, wit, and deep musicality to every stage, whether leading his own groups or lighting up top jazz ensembles. Expect world-class musicianship, bold improvisation, […]

              Jazz At St Andrews presents; Simon Savage Quintet.

                Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
                Time: 6:00 PM
                Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
                This quintet have long been a regular fixture at ‘The Speakeasy Jazz Club’ brining the authentic sounds of 50’s bebop to the fore with material influenced by some of the pioneers of the music such as Horace Silver, Dexter Gordon and Kenny Dorham. More recently the group have recorded a CD focusing on the original […]

                Jazz At St Andrews presents; DAVE O’HIGGINS

                  Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
                  Time: 6:00 PM
                  Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
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                  Dave O’Higgins’ project Monkin’ Around is a tribute to Thelonious Monk’s music, born out of his 2019 tour with Rob Luft, in which they played every single composition by Monk. The group’s new album, 4 in 1, presents Monk’s themes in multiple settings, exploring both well-known and rarely played Monk compositions. Dave brings his all-star […]

                  Jazz At St Andrews presents; Andy Mears Octet.

                    Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
                    Time: 6:00 PM
                    Location: St Andrews Church, Hove, BN3 2AD
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                    Featuring a stellar lineup of UK talent, Andy’s Octet showcases his intricately crafted arrangements and original compositions. Deeply rooted in the jazz tradition, the repertoire pays tribute to iconic figures such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Gil Evans, Sonny Rollins, Lee Konitz, and Horace Silver. The set also celebrates a rich variety of global rhythms—from […]