Looking ahead to our summer 2025 season; (see WeGotTickets.com for advance tickets – only £12)
June 27th; ‘Water From An Ancient Well’ – The music of Abdullah Ibrahim

A stellar company of jazz musicians come together to perform a musical tribute to the jazz composer and pianist Abdullah Ibrahim. Experience a celebration of this unique South African pianists unique style and musical voice with performances of his classic standards, plus interpretations and new arrangements his music. Pianist Joss Peach takes the role of Ibrahim for this performance. The band is fronted by Mark Bassey (trombone) and Alex Bondonno (saxophone) who will lead the audience through the musical story of Ibrahim’s life from the streets of Cape Town to his role in the fight against apartheid, and journey to becoming a world renowned jazz musician.
July 25th; Zoe Francis and Jim Mullen – London based singer and legendary guitarist plus band.

Zoe Francis is a jazz singer whose move to London saw her work with Gareth Williams, Stan Sulzmann, and Jim Mullen. Zoe’s albums “Remembering Blossom Dearie” and “Blue Town” have won critical acclaim. Joining here is one the UK’s most revered and accomplished guitarists in Jim Mullen. With a distinctive Wes Montgomery style, Jim’s playing creates a soft tone and beautifully improvised lines. Throughout the 1980s, he found critical notice as joint leader of the British jazz funk band Morrissey–Mullen.
August 1st; Tim Whitehead Quintet; Giant amongst British saxophonists, featuring pianist Mark Edwards.

Tim Whitehead is a giant amongst British saxophonists – bursting onto the scene in the 70’s with such esteemed bands as Ian Carr’s ‘nucleus’ and ‘Loose Tubes’. In the 1990’s Tim was a regular player at Ronnie Scott’s club. He was commissioned to compose several works for the London Jazz Festival. “Those of us who have caught him live … have been left in blinking disbelief. It’s not just his mastery of the tenor saxophone, phenomenal though it is, but the absolute conviction of his playing that is so impressive.” Dave Gelly (The Observer.) With Chris Coull (trumpet) Mark Edwards (piano), Simon Thorpe (bass) Matt Fishwick (drums)
August 8th; Julian Nicholas band; Tribute to Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan.

Julian has been at the forefront of the local and national jazz scene for over 4 decades, starting his career with Nina Simone and well known for his creative flair and deep connection to his influences that range far and wide. Here, he teams up with Chris Coull for a tribute to Chet Baker + Gerry Mulligan plus a dynamic rhythm section led by pianist Oli Howe making a welcome return plus Paul Whitten (bass) and Angus Bishop (drums).
August 15th; Jackson Mathod and the three trumpeteers; unadulterated be-bop led by this up & coming star.

For the first time since 2023, ‘Three Trumpeteers’ makes an appearance with local trumpeters Chris Coull and Jack Kendon joined by Jackson Mathod; a multi-instrumentalist and singer who has shot to prominence on the London scene with his virtuosic mastery of the instrument. After starting his career playing for Stormzy and Jordan Rakei he launched his debut album ‘Travels In A Confined Space’ to critical acclaim. The rhythm section is be-bop guru, pianist Roy Hilton, Nigel Thomas (bass) and Joe Edwards (drums). Expect unadulterated be-bop and hard bop as this front line trumpet trio set to work!
Autumn 2025
September 19th; Ruta Di – Neo soul guitar and vocalist with band.
September 26th; Amuse Manouche; Gypsy Jazz band led by vocalist Sam Carelse.
October 3rd; Mark Crooks Quartet; tenor sax & hammond organ playing Jimmy Smith and Larry Goldings etc
October 10th; Gideon Tazlar with the Arnie Somogyi Quartet; Brilliant Dutch saxophonost makes his return.
October 17th; Alan Barnes Sextet; One the the UK’s most revered and renowned reeds players.
October 24th; Nick Costley band; London based guitarist.
October 31st; Paul Edis and Vasilis Xenopoulos band;
Winter 2025
November 7th; Geroge Trebar CD launch. Local bass player and his group.
November 14th; Andy Mears Octet; sumptuous arrangements both old and new.
November 21st; Sean Fyfe band; Pianist hailing from NYC brings his band on tour.
November 28th; Geoff Simkins; Legendary West-Coast style saxophonist with his band of young lions.
December 5th; TBC
December 12th; Tony Kofi – return of this popular alto saxophonist keeping the tradition of ‘Bird’ et al alive!
December 19th; Christms Special – Jazz, mulled wine, mince pies, what more do you need?!