Enjoy live music – jazz and funk and more – every night at The Jazz Bar in Edinburgh. Experience the best live music, evening and late night. Join us daily!
PLEASE CHECK OUR TICKETS PAGE TO FIND ANY ADVANCED TICKETS THAT ARE MENTIONED IN THE SCHEDULE. All other gigs are ‘pay on the door’ only.
*** SAT 1st ***
AFTERNOON JAZZ with THE MELLOTONES TRIO
2.30pm-5.30pm, Free entry
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
JAZZ BAR SATURDAYS: Laura Oghagbon Trio ft. Ben Macdonald
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
2024 Rising Star Award Winner of the Scottish Jazz Awards vocalist Laura Oghagbon is joined by the west coast jazz guitar and leader of the “Legit sessions” legend Ben Macdonald along with Chris Quinn. Starting off our evening with modern standards in the intimate trio format.
Purchase of this ticket also to stay for both our 9pm gig and midnight gig!
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
9.15pm-11.30pm, £10/£8 tickets only available on the door
Every Saturday, a different hand-picked selection of five excellent jazz players meets on stage for the first time (hence the name) – to play with no rehearsal, and no set list! Always a fresh line-up.
Asazi Space Funk Explosion + All Vinyl DJ Toni McVey
12.30am-2.00am, £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
Asazi Space Funk Explosion fuse Afro-funk, dub, and cosmic grooves into an electrifying live experience. Formed in a darkened Camden basement in 2003 by South African vocalist/percussionist Kholeho “Asazi” Mosala and UK multi-instrumentalist Alex Marten, the band earned an early cult following for their fearless, high-energy sound.
PLUS All Vinyl DJ Toni McVey (DJ starts at 23:30)
*** SUN 2nd ***
HOT TIN ROOF
5pm-7.00pm Free entry
Stripped-back atmospheric Blues/Soul originals and classics from Andy Challen (guitar/voc) and Gavin Jack (slide guitar). With blues/fusion dancers taking on the dance floor regularly!
Nicole Smit Quintet
8.00pm-10.00pm, £10 Early Bird Tickets Here!
Nicole returns to The Jazz Bar having just performed a SOLD OUT gig with the Coven!
Nicole sings soulful jazz and blues inspired by Dinah Washington, Etta Jones, Eartha Kitt and Billie Holiday.
Nu-Sound: Velvet & Mitch Soluren
10.30pm-12.00am, £6/4 on door only
A monthly night showcasing new and established bands and original compositions.
Tonight, presenting Velvet, an Edinburgh based Neo Soul band, and guitarist Mitch Soluren.
*** MON 3rd ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
8pm-10.45pm, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
**Arrive early, in time for rehearsal to guarantee a seat**
FOUR trumpets, FOUR trombones, FIVE saxes and FOUR rhythm! It’s a variable line-up of top-class pro players, who travel in from around Scotland to participate in this outstanding gig. Nowhere else can you hear this standard of regular Big Band playing. Led by saxophonist Keith Edwards, the personnel changes weekly, as does their selection of fantastic arrangements.
*** TUE 4th ***
SOUL SOCIETY JAM
7pm – 9pm, Soul soc free or £2/6 until 19:30
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
9pm-11:30pm, £8/£6 or Free to play
Open Stage ‘Jazz Jam’ where our excellent House Trio backs all kinds of surprise jazzy guests dropping in to play – and we’ve no idea who’s coming in until tonight! If you want to play, turn up with your instrument and ask for a place on the evening’s list of guest players.
*** WED 5th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
4.30pm – Open Rehearsal – Free entry
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
Acoustic Teatime with Jacob Khalil
6.15pm, Free entry
Jacob Khalil is a New York City-based singer, pianist, and songwriter known for his uplifting original songs and “a voice that soothes the soul” (FOX 5 NY). Described by The New Yorker as “affable and sunny,” Jacob blends jazz influences with a fresh modern sensibility, drawing comparisons to John Legend and Harry Connick Jr. He’s performed on Saturday Night Live with Sam Smith and headlined sold-out shows at Birdland.
Jacob’s new EP Jacob Khalil Band Vol. 1 drops this fall, followed by a U.S. tour.
EUJO: Live at The Jazz Bar
9.15pm-11.30pm, £12 standard, £10 student Tickets Here!
EUJO is a 17-piece big band with 4 singers consisting of jazz musicians studying at the University of Edinburgh. This is our first performance at the Jazz Bar this academic year, playing tunes ranging from classic jazz standards to modern funk and everything in between. Expect a gig packed full of people, energy and great music!
Ayla and the Astralnauts
12.00am-1.30am, Free entry
Led by the dynamic Ayla Ersoy, a rising star in Edinburgh’s vibrant music scene, Ayla and the Astralnauts bring a fresh take on funk and soul. Backed by the seasoned talents of jazz-bar veterans Glamour and the Baybes, this powerhouse collaboration guarantees an unforgettable night of electrifying grooves and soulful melodies.
Whether you’re looking to dance the night away or lose yourself in the music, Ayla and the Astralnauts deliver an experience that’s out of this world. Don’t miss your chance to see them live and be part of something truly cosmic.
*** THU 6th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
6.15pm-8.30pm Free
Acoustic/Electric Blues by singer/guitarist John Hunt – and check out his amazing hand-built guitars! ‘Gritty, Funky Boogie-Woogie from a master of blues slide-guitar’ – Evening News
GROOVE JAM
9.15pm-11.30pm, £8/6 or Free to play
The Jazz Bar’s all-inclusive jam session is back! On the first Thursday of every month, the Jazz Bar’s team of regular house musicians are here to welcome and guide any and all musicians, genres and abilities into the Edinburgh music scene for an evening of funky tunes and the opportunity to meet artists of all shapes and sizes!
GROOVE AFTERPARTY
00:00 – 1.30am Free entry
After the jam sessions, stick around for a funky set from our fantastic house band!
*** FRI 7th ***
Gil Scott-Heron Songbook – Aki + Fraser
6.15pm-8.30pm, £12.96 Advance or on the door Tickets Here!
Aki Remally and Fraser Urquhart pay homage to Gil Scott-Heron in a rare, stripped back two piece set. They delve deep into the work of the revolutionary poet, musician and hip-hop pioneer whose lyrics covered politics, culture and social injustice – expect a whole lotta of funk, jazz and soul from Gil Scott-Heron’s repertoire.
LEGIT
9.15pm-11.30pm, £10/£8 on the door
Led by Ben Macdonald, some of the west coasts finest jazz musicians join us for a night of fast paced energetic jazz standards.
G Money and the Deep Pockets
12.30am-2.00am, £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
A brand new band from Bohemian Monk Machine members. Expect high energy funk mania and exciting new original material!
*** SAT 8th ***
Afternoon Acoustic with Graeme Mearns
3pm-5.30pm Free entry
Graeme Mearns is best known for his unique guitar style, emotive vocals and poetic, often darkly humorous lyrics. Expect a variety of styles from swing jazz and blues to hardcore punk, rock, ska and garage as well as the mellower acoustic music. Not to be missed!
Jazz Bar Saturdays: Clarissa Land Quartet
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird £12 on the door Tickets Here!
Clarissa is a well-established recording artist and session singer deeply rooted in jazz, soul, pop, and R&B. With an impressive range, tight dynamic control, and a sultry tone, she pours her heart, soul, and energy into every performance, whether rocking a stadium or smouldering away in a jazz club.
She has also worked as a backing vocalist for artists such as Laura Mvula, Olly Murs and John Legend, to name a few, and performed for some of the world’s most glamorous clients.
Purchase of this ticket also to stay for both our 9pm gig and midnight gig! If you want to only come for the 9pm show please buy on the door – as arriving at half 8 with this ticket will not guarantee entry if space doesn’t allow it.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
9.15pm-11.30pm, £10/£8 tickets only available on the door
Every Saturday, a different hand-picked selection of five excellent jazz players meets on stage for the first time (hence the name) – to play with no rehearsal, and no set list! Always a fresh line-up.
Killerhorns + All Vinyl DJ Ann Tweak
12.30am-3.00am, £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
Led by drummer Carter Skillicorn, the Killerhorns play horn led funk and soul, ranging from deep cut New Orleans tunes to JBs inspired orignals and everything in-between.🕺
PLUS All Vinyl DJ Ann Tweak (DJ starts at 23:30)
*** SUN 9th ***
Tenement Jazz Band for Kids + Disco
And parents, we’ve got you covered too! With our fully licensed bar, you can sip on your favourite cocktail, enjoy a cold beer, or unwind with a glass of wine while the kids groove to the tunes. We also have an impressive non-alcoholic beer selection.
But that’s not all—there’s a 30-minute disco after the show for anyone still needing to party and burn off even more energy!
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The show starts at 2pm and consists of two 30min sets with a break in between. 30min of disco to follow- all finished by 4pm. Please arrive early- doors open at 1.30pm.
Snacks and juices for children available to purchase from the bar.
This is not a drop off event- adults must remain with the children at all times.
Sunday World Music Sessions: Heart of Africa
5.00pm-7.00pm, £8/6
Africa Melody. Drums, dancers and special guests including: Jules Sow (Kora), Cynthia Gentle, Adie Back.
Hosted by Samba Sene & Diwan.
The Rhythm Rascals Collective
8:00pm-10:00pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
An Exclusive Superband from The Rhythm Rascals Collective!
Featuring world-renowned masters of old style jazz, blues and ragtime:
Andy Schumm (Chicago) –cornet / clarinet
Natalie Scharf (Chicago) – tenor/ clarinet
Jennifer Hodges (New York City) – A Grammy-nominated bassist.
Lucas Ferrari (Buenos Aires) – ragtime pianist
Fernando Montiart – banjo / guitar
This is a must see event – a rare assembly of some of the finest musicians alive today, bringing the spirit of classic jazz, blues and ragtime to life in unforgettable style.
Becca Sloan
10:30pm – 00:00am £6/£4 tickets only available on the door
From the West of Scotland, 22-year-old singer-songwriter Becca Sloan has been recognised by BBC introducing as “the best of the best” for her distinctive, soulful style.
*** MON 10th ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
8pm-10.45pm, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
**Arrive early, in time for rehearsal to guarantee a seat**
FOUR trumpets, FOUR trombones, FIVE saxes and FOUR rhythm! It’s a variable line-up of top-class pro players, who travel in from around Scotland to participate in this outstanding gig. Nowhere else can you hear this standard of regular Big Band playing. Led by saxophonist Keith Edwards, the personnel changes weekly, as does their selection of fantastic arrangements.
*** TUE 11th ***
JAZZ SOCIETY JAM
7pm-8:30pm, Free for students before 19:30 – or £8/6
Edinburgh University Jazz Society Open Jam Session. Make sure to come along for a great night of music whether you want to join in or, relax on the axis of the wheel of life, with jazz, and cocktails.
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
9:15pm-11:30pm, £8/£6 or Free to play
Open Stage ‘Jazz Jam’ where our excellent House Trio backs all kinds of surprise jazzy guests dropping in to play – and we’ve no idea who’s coming in until tonight! If you want to play, turn up with your instrument and ask for a place on the evening’s list of guest players.
*** WED 12th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
4.30pm – Open Rehearsal – Free entry
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
ACOUSTIC TEATIME WITH MIKE KEARNEY
5pm-7.00pm, Free entry
Acoustic Teatime featuring the incredible Mike Kearney, the keys wizard and vocalist from The Katet.
Lorne Lofsky/Nigel Price Quartet
9.15pm-11.30pm £9 Early Bird Tickets Here!
Lorne Lofsky is literally a living legend, having toured and recorded with Oscar Peterson, Joey DeFrancesco and…wait for it…Chet Baker!
He’s also perhaps more widely known in guitar circles as working and recording with the great Ed Bickert (guitarist with Paul Desmond).
Nigel Price is one of the most highly regarded and in demand guitarists on the UK jazz scene today.
He spent three years with UK funk legends – the James Taylor Quartet, was voted No.1 in the 2016 British Jazz Awards for “best guitarist” and is also a regular performer at Ronnie Scott’s, where he’s played around 600 times.
Joel Barford is the hottest drummer on the scene right now. Despite his young age, his boundless energy and startling prowess has already been thrilling audiences up and down the country and around the World.
Completing the quartet is double bassist Jeremy Brown, who is definitely the first call for visiting international stars, and this means his CV is absolutely stunning. Rightly so. He always has a cool head under pressure.
Aki Remally
12.00am-1.30am Free entry
*** THU 13th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
6.15pm-8.30pm Free entry
Acoustic/Electric Blues by singer/guitarist John Hunt – and check out his amazing hand-built guitars! ‘Gritty, Funky Boogie-Woogie from a master of blues slide-guitar’ – Evening News
Nathan Somevi
9.15pm-11.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
Nathan Somevi, a Ghanaian-born British musician, honed his musical talents in the vibrant atmosphere of church performances during his upbringing. Inspired by his roots, he embarked on a musical journey enriched by diverse influences. Among his inspirations, the innovative guitar stylings of Charlie Hunter have left an indelible mark on Somevi’s sound, particularly his use of hybrid guitars blending bass and guitar elements, contributing to the captivating essence of his musical projects.
In 2020, Somevi released his EP “Can’t Be Done,” a testament to his evolving artistry. Following this success, he continued to push boundaries, releasing “Brave” in 2023, further solidifying his position as a versatile and dynamic artist.
LATE NIGHT AT THE JAZZ BAR
12.00am-1.30am Free entry
A late night groovy funky set guaranteed to keep you moving.
*** FRI 14th ***
Jazz Bar Fridays:
6.15 pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
The Gin Mill Genies – international edition!
9.15pm-11.30pm, £10/£8 on the door
A night of vibrant New Orleans and Chicago style jazz and blues with special guests from Argentina – Fernando Monitard on guitar and banjo, Lucas Ferrari on piano. Danielle price on tuba, Martin foster on reeds and Ali Affleck on vocals/ percussion
Glamour and the Baybes
12.30am-3.00am, £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
7-Piece funk with ripping horns and massive vocals that grab you by the soul and drop you on the dance floor! Sultry Saxophonic Soloing, Gastronomically Gorgeous Guitar-Grooving and featuring the spectacular voice and eclectic madness of Angus Munro. For fans of Tower Of Power, Lettuce, Lizzo & all things Funk.
“Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
*** SAT 15th ***
Afternoon Jazz
3pm-5.30pm Free entry
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the finest Jazz Bar musicians playing standards.
Jazz Bar Saturdays: Anna Vanosi – Italian Jazz Affair
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
From the cinematic allure of Morricone’s film scores to the timeless charm of Sinatra, Dan Martin and Italian icon Mina, Anna Vanosi’s magnetic presence infuses each song with character, lyricism and passion. ‘Vanosi’s voice is nectar’ (NorthWestEnd.com). ‘Eccentric, adorable, enchanting: A real-life Italian diva’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com).
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 on the door
Every Saturday, a different hand-picked selection of five excellent jazz players meets on stage for the first time (hence the name) – to play with no rehearsal, and no set list! Always a fresh line-up.
Aki Remally + All Vinyl DJ Barney
12.30am-3.00am £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
Aki Remally presents a set of original music influenced by the likes of Bill Withers, Donny Hathaway and Thundercat with some choice covers thrown in for good measure. Expect soulful melodies, deep lyrics, soaring guitar and hefty grooves – music for the body and mind.
PLUS All Vinyl DJ Barney (starts at 23:30)
*** SUN 16th ***
HOT TIN ROOF
5pm-7.00pm Free entry
Stripped-back atmospheric Blues/Soul originals and classics from Andy Challen (guitar/voc) and Gavin Jack (slide guitar). With blues/fusion dancers taking on the dance floor regularly!
Lean On Me – A Bill Withers Tribute
8.00pm-10.00pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
Aki Remally returns to the Jazz Bar to celebrate the music of Bill Withers, playing songs from the soulful troubadour’s illustrious career with a full band of brothers. Two sets of the soulful, heartfelt and funky.
Cadence
10.30am-12:00am, £6/£4 tickets only available on the door
A neo-soul and jazz infused set with a couple of originals written by singer Ciara Farrelly and pianist Ruairidh Nicolson. Joined by the amazing musicians: Ethan James on drums, Ewan Reid on sax, Asher Steele on guitar, and Jamie Reid on bass.
*** MON 17th ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
8pm-10.45pm, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
**Arrive early, in time for rehearsal to guarantee a seat**
FOUR trumpets, FOUR trombones, FIVE saxes and FOUR rhythm! It’s a variable line-up of top-class pro players, who travel in from around Scotland to participate in this outstanding gig. Nowhere else can you hear this standard of regular Big Band playing. Led by saxophonist Keith Edwards, the personnel changes weekly, as does their selection of fantastic arrangements.
*** TUE 18th ***
SOUL SOCIETY JAM
7pm – 9pm, Members Free or £2/6 until 20:00
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
9pm-11:30pm £8/£6 or Free to play
Open Stage ‘Jazz Jam’ where our excellent House Trio backs all kinds of surprise jazzy guests dropping in to play – and we’ve no idea who’s coming in until tonight! If you want to play, turn up with your instrument and ask for a place on the evening’s list of guest players.
*** WED 19th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
4.30pm – Open Rehearsal – Free entry
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
ACOUSTIC TEATIME BLUES with Jed Potts
6.15pm-8:30pm Free entry
An evening of acoustic blues, featuring the outstanding Jed Potts on guitar—from Jed Potts & the Hillman Hunters and The Blueswater.
The Katet vs John Williams
9.15pm-11.30pm, £12 Tickets Here!
Williams is the icon of film music scores today; well known for his signature tunes to many blockbusters. Katet are an 8-piece soul/jazz/funk band who deliver pounding grooves and thick funky horn riffs, but leader, Mike Kearney has always been able to elevate through his musicianly songwriting and arranging. His recent success in re-calibrating Stevie Wonder tunes won many admirers, and here he is in the unlikely world of film music. Hear the crowd pleasing scores of “Jurassic Park”, “Indiana Jones” and “Star Wars” funked-up by Kearney’s magical touch.
MIDNIGHT SWIM CLUB
12.00am-1.30am Free entry
*** THU 20th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
6.15pm-8.30pm Free entry
Acoustic/Electric Blues by singer/guitarist John Hunt – and check out his amazing hand-built guitars! ‘Gritty, Funky Boogie-Woogie from a master of blues slide-guitar’ – Evening News
Whisky Tasting Experience & MOJO
presented by Felipe Schrieberg (limited availability)
7pm – 11.30pm, £30 (includes admission to MOJO concert at 9.15pm) Tickets Here!
Our very first whisky tasting – extremely limited places!
Join us for an exclusive whisky tasting with Mojo singer and bandleader Felipe ahead of the gig. This is a rare chance to experience his passion beyond the stage – Felipe is also an award-winning whisky writer and a Keeper of the Quaich, one of whisky’s highest honours.
Your ticket includes admission to the Mojo concert at 9.15pm.
MOJO
9.15pm-11.30pm, £9 Early Bird, £12 on door Tickets Here!
Mojo is a five-piece band from Poland’s Trójmiasto (Tri-City) region, delivering a high-energy sound shaped by American grooves and spiced with a contemporary Polish twist. Inspired by Cajun, soul and rhythm & blues – the kind of music that once shook barrelhouse piano bars, Memphis clubs and Louisiana’s Fais Dodos – Mojo bring the same wild spirit to the stage, laced with the mischief of traditional Polish folk. With tight grooves, infectious riffs and the chemistry of seasoned performers, they create an irresistible late-night party vibe.
GLAMOUR AND THE BAYBES
00:00-1:30am Free entry
7-Piece funk with ripping horns and massive vocals that grab you by the soul and drop you on the dance floor! Sultry Saxophonic Soloing, Gastronomically Gorgeous Guitar-Grooving and featuring the spectacular voice and eclectic madness of Angus Munro. For fans of Tower Of Power, Lettuce, Lizzo & all things Funk.
“Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
*** FRI 21st ***
Jazz Bar Fridays : Secret Path Trio
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
Fraser Fifield on low whistle, Tom Bancroft on drums and Paul Harrison on Wurlitzer piano. Secret Path Trio was nominated in the ‘best band’ category of the 2024 Scottish Jazz Awards and have played throughout the UK since their formation in 2023.
Purchase of this ticket allows entry to both this show and the following gig – if you only wish to come to the 9:15 please arrive at half 8 and buy tickets on the the door, as tickets for this show allow entry only until 18:30
OCTOLOGY
9.15pm-11.30pm, £8/ £10 on the door only
Keith Edwards (Saxophone) regular leader of the Jazz Bar Big Band presents his brand-new project, showcasing arrangements of hardbop classics and jazz standards for the captivating and energetic Octet format.
The Sinners ft. Fiona Lynch
12.30am-3.00am, £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
Neo-soul grooves and re-edited classics are delivered to your ears, feet and hips by this vocals-fronted band with a rhythm section to die for. Guaranteed to keep your feet moving and your jaw dropped. Featuring hot vocals from Fiona Lynch, funky guitar from Aki Remally, and dope grooves from Jim Drummond (drums) and Dougie Coulter (bass).
*** SAT 22nd ***
Afternoon Jazz: Steve Moore and Ed Kelly
3pm-5.30pm Free entry
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the finest Jazz Bar musicians playing standards.
Jazz Bar Saturdays:
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets here!
Early swing and standards start our Saturday Jazz offerings.
Purchase of this ticket also to stay for both our 9pm gig and midnight gig! If you want to only come for the 9pm show please buy on the door – as arriving at half 8 with this ticket will not guarantee entry if space doesn’t allow it.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 tickets only available on the door
Every Saturday, a different hand-picked selection of five excellent jazz players meets on stage for the first time (hence the name) – to play with no rehearsal, and no set list! Always a fresh line-up.
Femme Fierce + All Vinyl DJ Percy Main
12.30am-3.00am £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
A late night high energy set of soul, funk and disco guaranteed to keep you moving, fronted and led by the soulful high energy vocals of Kat Brooks.
Plus All Vinyl DJ Percy Main (DJ starts at 23:30)
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*** SUN 23rd ***
Edinburgh School’s Showcase
5pm-7.00pm, £4 for Jazz Soc members
Edinburgh School’s Showcase
Dick Lee’s Hot Club Hepcats
8pm-10:00pm £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets here!
Dick Lee has been playing all sorts of music with all sorts of groups in all sorts of places for the last 50 years. His latest band is a Hot Club style swing jazz quintet featuring some of Scotland’s finest young jazz performers.
Dick plays clarinet, bass clarinet, soprano sax and recorder, and the band features the dynamic guitars of Ronan Toal and Iain McNally, the tasty reeds of Martin Foster and the springy bass of Steven Jack.
The Hepcats play great swing jazz classics from the likes of Benny Goodman, Django Reinhardt, Duke Ellington et al. and some nice wee tunes by Dick 🙂
Warning, could lead to dancing 🙂
“Reeds wizard Dick Lee combined virtuosity with wit, feeling and not a little soul . . . there can’t be many sounds quite like that of Lee’s bass clarinet in full gallumphing flight.”
The Scotsman.
Ayla and the Astralnauts
10.30am-12:00am, £6/4 on the door
Led by the dynamic Ayla Ersoy, a rising star in Edinburgh’s vibrant music scene, Ayla and the Astralnauts bring a fresh take on funk and soul. Backed by the seasoned talents of jazz-bar veterans Glamour and the Baybes, this powerhouse collaboration guarantees an unforgettable night of electrifying grooves and soulful melodies.
Whether you’re looking to dance the night away or lose yourself in the music, Ayla and the Astralnauts deliver an experience that’s out of this world. Don’t miss your chance to see them live and be part of something truly cosmic.
*** MON 24th ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
8pm-10.45pm, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
**Arrive early, in time for rehearsal to guarantee a seat**
FOUR trumpets, FOUR trombones, FIVE saxes and FOUR rhythm! It’s a variable line-up of top-class pro players, who travel in from around Scotland to participate in this outstanding gig. Nowhere else can you hear this standard of regular Big Band playing. Led by saxophonist Keith Edwards, the personnel changes weekly, as does their selection of fantastic arrangements.
*** TUE 25th ***
JAZZ SOCIETY JAM
7pm-8:30pm, Free for students before 19:00 – or £8/6
Edinburgh University Jazz Society Open Jam Session. Make sure to come along for a great night of music whether you want to join in or, relax on the axis of the wheel of life, with jazz, and cocktails.
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
9pm-11:30pm £8/£6/Free to play
Open Stage ‘Jazz Jam’ where our excellent House Trio backs all kinds of surprise jazzy guests dropping in to play – and we’ve no idea who’s coming in until tonight! If you want to play, turn up with your instrument and ask for a place on the evening’s list of guest players.
*** WED 26th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
4.30pm – Open Rehearsal – Free entry
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
BLUES AT THE JAZZ BAR:
7.30pm – 11.30pm, £7/5 tickets only available on the door (free to play)
A monthly night dedicated to showcasing Edinburgh’s blues scene.
Hosted by Edinburgh blues mainstay Richard Price, we aim to highlight and provide a home for blues in the city. With a featured artist performing an hour of their set followed by an Open Blues Jam (starting 9pm). This is the night to see blues in the jazz bar every month.
Open Blues Jam
9pm start – £7/5 tickets only available on the door (free to play)
All Instruments Welcome!
Late Night Blues
12.00am-1.30am, Free entry
Blues night continues.
*** THU 27th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
6.15pm-8.30pm, Free
Acoustic/Electric Blues by singer/guitarist John Hunt – and check out his amazing hand-built guitars! ‘Gritty, Funky Boogie-Woogie from a master of blues slide-guitar’ – Evening News
Jazz Bar Thursdays:
9.15pm-11.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
This week presenting
LATE NIGHT AT THE JAZZ BAR
12.00am-1.30am Free entry
A late night groovy funky set guaranteed to keep you moving.
*** FRI 28th ***
Jazz Bar Fridays: The Colin Steele Trio
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
We have a very special trio made of our jazz bar regulars playing jazz standards and easing us into our Friday
Colin Steele – trumpet
Dave Milligan – piano
Ed Kelly – double bass
Purchase of this ticket allows entry to both this show and the following gig – if you only wish to come to the 9:15 please arrive at half 8 and buy tickets on the the door, as tickets for this show allow entry only until 18:30
Kevin Henderson
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 tickets only available on the door
Kevin Henderson, Paul Harrison, Stephen Henderson, Matthew Kilner and Mark Hendry
Bodega Latina
12.30am-2.00am, £10 Early Bird/£12 on door
A night of wall to wall hot & steamy salsa!
*** SAT 29th ***
Afternoon Jazz with Mike Kearney
3pm-5.30pm Free entry
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the finest Jazz Bar musicians playing standards. Featuring Mike Kearney on vocals and playing New Orleans stride piano.
Jazz Bar Saturdays: Lachlan McColl and Robert Pettigrew
6.15pm-8.30pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
Early swing and standards start our Saturday Jazz offerings.
Purchase of this ticket also to stay for both our 9pm gig and midnight gig! If you want to only come for the 9pm show please buy on the door – as arriving at half 8 with this ticket will not guarantee entry if space doesn’t allow it.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 on the door
Every Saturday, a different hand-picked selection of five excellent jazz players meets on stage for the first time (hence the name) – to play with no rehearsal, and no set list! Always a fresh line-up.
Cumbiatones + All Vinyl DJ SSID Drift
12.30am-3.00am £8/£6 tickets only available on the door
Cumbiatones is a Psychedelic Cumbia band based in Edinburgh (Scotland). Formed in 2021, Cumbiatones combines tradicional Cumbia rythms from Peru, Argentina and Colombia with rock music psychedelic sounds and energetic riffs that will get the crowd dancing non stop.🕺💃
PLUS All Vinyl DJ SSID Drift (DJ starts at 23:30)
*** SUN 30th ***
Family Rock’n’Roll Party with The Shiverin’ Sheiks Band
Let your kids experience the magic of a real live music party – no bedtime required! Music, fun, and a whole lot of dancing – this is one party you won’t want to miss!
Kid-sized fun, grown-up tunes- Bombastic 50’s pop, Country Gospel, Dancefloor Rock n’ Roll.
And parents, we’ve got you covered too! With our fully licensed bar, you can sip on your favourite cocktail, enjoy a cold beer, or unwind with a glass of wine while the kids groove to the tunes. We also have an impressive non-alcoholic beer selection.
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The band starts at 2pm (two 45min sets with a break in between). Please arrive early- doors open at 1.30pm.
Snacks and juices for children available to purchase from the bar.
This is not a drop off event- adults must remain with the children at all times.
NEW STEPS SESSIONS
5pm-7.00pm, £4 for Jazz Soc members
Edi Uni Jazz Society is bringing you a new monthly set showcasing their emerging talent – an exciting opportunity to hear the next generation of jazz musicians.
Iain Ewing and The Chevaliers – Sunday Night Swing
8.00pm-10.00pm, £9 Early Bird/ £12 on the door Tickets Here!
West Coast singer Iain Ewing has performed throughout the UK for many years. Highlights include appearances at The London Palladium, His Majesty’s Theatre, Edinburgh Festival Theatre and every major Jazz festival in Scotland. He is no stranger to The Jazz Bar having performed his sell out “Remembering Chet” show at The Fringe a number of times.
With his band, The Chevaliers, you are guaranteed a night of top class swing and jazz.
They are a huge favourite among the Edinburgh swing dance community and feature Jazz Bar stalwarts:
Dave Milligan (piano)
Roy Percy (bass)
Ewan Laing (drums)
Colin Steele (trumpet)
Little Wolf Co
10.30am-12:00am, £6/£4 tickets only available on the door
Contemporary groove based band taking influence from jazz, soul and funk playing immersive instrumental compositions.
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