January
20th Joe Northwood’s Jam Session - Joe’s hand picked selection of unparalleled virtuosity play us in, then the jam Apologies, cancelled due to illness
21st Jakub Klimiuk quintet - An accomplished London-based guitarist and composer, Jakub Klimiuk takes his quintet on tour with a brand new set of material, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed album ‘(un)balanced’, described by The Guardian as “a rare mix of New York edginess and Scandinavian avant-jazz impressionism.” Expect a thrilling combination of scripted forms and improvised sections, interweaving melodic compositions with adventurous sonic explorations, “music which could engage and transcend genre boundaries,” according to UK Jazz News. Jakub with Kasper Rietkerk - Alto Saxophone, Scottie Thompson - Piano, Kinzan - Double Bass, Luke McCarthy - drums. https://www.jakubklimiuk.com https://youtu.be/_XefKt9Kjhw?si=dyX_dqyPdm8hQOmk https://youtu.be/ZPH2LEN4wPo?si=3BS4MOFpMRf7H9O_
27th RWCMD showcase - Set 1 ‘Substandard’ - Joe Philips, Tenor Saxophone, Lucas Tyldesey - Piano, Tom Podro-Reed, Bass, Declan Hughes - Drums This newly formed young quartet will feature some classic, as well as fresh and original interpretations of standards, drawing inspiration from some of our favourite players. Set 2 - Isla Croll and Nils Kavanagh - Isla vocals & Nils piano bring a warm, intimate performance of jazz standards and soulful modern songs to The Flute & Tankard. Blending expressive vocals with tasteful, rhythmically rich accompaniment, they create a relaxed and engaging atmosphere for all to enjoy.
28th QOW trio - on a tour to support the new album by QOW TRIO - celebrating drum legend Spike Wells' amazing 60 year career in UK jazz including many years with Ronnie Scott, Tubby Hayes and Bobby Wellins among many many others - also featuring Riley Stone Lonergan on tenor saxophone.and Eddie Myer on bass This will be our third record, out on Whirlwind Recordings. Our last album 'The Hold Up' was described as 'A stunning achievement' by the BBC Music Magazine and our debut was given Four Stars in The Scotsman an The Times! Please see attached for many more rave reviews. You can see the trio in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1w0M7UzNfY And here: https://youtu.be/-TMQT2azdDU And here: https://youtu.be/0AmDHr-Cov4
February
3rd Geoff Eales trio - all star band with Geoff on piano, Yuri Golubev bass and Liz Exel drums
4th Emma Davidson singer - Vocals - Emma Davidson, Piano - Michael Blanchfield, Bass - Clem Saynor, Drums - Alex Burch originals and standard
10th RWCMD Showcase - details to follow
11th Joe Northwood’s Jam Session -another version of Joe’s hand picked selection of unparalleled virtuosity play us in, then the jam
17th YETII - Alex Veitch - piano Ashley John Long - double bass Alex Goodyear - drums The trio play original compositions combining flowing melodies with expansive group improvisations, interlocking grooves and evolving soundscapes. The band have built their following with a sold-out monthly residency in Bristol including collaborations with Iain Ballamy, Ant Law, and Arun Ghosh,