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months, we have the final Bodega Latina of the year with the return of the mighty Orquesta Boreal (formerly Latina Turners Orchestra) !
Since kicking off their residency at The Jazz Bar, Orquesta Boreal (formerly Latina Turners Orchestra) have gone from strength to strength — now firmly established as the fiercest salsa outfit in Scotland.
Their infectious energy and heavyweight sound have started turning heads far beyond the border too, with several members now working with the renowned Mambo Orchestra International. This month with the spacial guest- Lino Rocha.
*** SUNDAY 1st February ***
HOT TIN ROOF
17:00 – 19:00, 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!
Queens of Swing – 3 Nation Edition
20:00 – 22:00, £9 Early Bird or £12 on door Tickets Here!
Slow Karma
22:30 – 00:00, £4/6 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
Having formed in 2024, Slow Karma are making waves in the UK new jazz scene. Inspired by jazz, funk, electronic and hiphop, the music is improvised, collaborative and doesn’t fit neatly anywhere.
The Edinburgh-based collective is built around the electrifying live stylings of CJ Stevenson (guitar/ keys), Kyle Grieve (drums) & Jack Elliot (electric bass), the studio prowess of Dave Oscillation (production/keys), and an extended family of musicians and artists.
*** MONDAY 2nd ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
20:00 – 22:45, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 20:00-21:00, full gig from 21:15-22:45.
**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.
*** TUESDAY 3rd ***
JAZZ SOCIETY JAM
19:00 – 20:30, FREE for students before 19:30 – or £6/8
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
21:00 – 23:30, £6/8 on the door 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.
*** WEDNESDAY 4th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
16:30 – Open Rehearsal – FREE entry!
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
Teatime Session with Jed Potts
18:15 – 19:45, FREE entry!
Teatime Session featuring the incredible Jed Potts, playing solo electric blues.
Phil Bancroft’s Beautiful Storm
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADV or on door Tickets Here!
Saxophone virtuoso Phil Bancroft is making waves with a series of acclaimed releases on his label- myriadstreams.com.
One features his new band, The Beautiful Storm, with Indian Tabla demon
Gyan Singh and Scottish Guitar alchemist Graeme Stephen playing an intoxicating new music with shimmering compositions explored by master improvisers.
Instilled with a deep understanding of Jazz, Celtic, and Indian Music, equal joy is taken in groove and flow, the interplay of cycle and metre, the intrigue of melody and the spice of chromaticism woven into spell-binding musical journeys of rare beauty. After two highly successful tours in 2025, with headline shows at the Cockpit Theatre London and the Novus Festival, this first gig at The Jazz Bar follows their concert at this year’s Celtic Connections.
Ayla and the Astralnauts
23:00 doors, 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.
*** THURSDAY 5th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
18:15 – 19:45, 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
GROOVE JAM and Afterparty
21:15 start, £6/8 on door or FREE to play
Free Entry from 23:00!
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!
After the jam sessions, stick around for a funky set from our fantastic house band!
*** FRIDAY 6th ***
Jazz Bar Friday: Giulia Marro feat Timmy Alan & Chun-Wei Kang
18:15 – 20:30, £12 ADV or on door Tickets here!
Following the release of her highly acclaimed debut album ‘A Portrait of Giulia’.
“Giulia’s composing and playing combines creativity and craft in an immensely memorable fashion and truly marks her out as a Voice with a capital ‘V’…” – North London Jazz Collective
Giulia has performed alongside esteemed members of the UK jazz scene, including Pete Horsfall, Xhosa Cole, and others, further cementing her reputation as a versatile and in-demand musician. With a growing presence on the UK jazz circuit and a clear artistic voice, Giulia Marro continues to establish herself as one of the most exciting emerging talents of her generation.
Led by Giulia Marro (clarinet & vocals), this quartet features Nick Manz on piano, Timmy Allan on bass, and Chun-Wei Kang on drums. Together, they explore original music and compositions written by iconic musicians from the jazz canon such as Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington and more whilst keeping swing at the forefront.
This band’s playing is steeped in the jazz tradition whilst staying fresh through their emotive and interactive improvisations.
Boptimism
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 on the door
Keith Edwards (Saxophone) regular leader of the Jazz Bar Big Band presents his project, showcasing arrangements of hardbop classics and jazz standards for the captivating and energetic Quintet format.
Flex
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
Keys wizard and soulful vocalist, Mike Kearney (Fender Rhodes), leads brand new quartet, FLEX. Featuring Ben Collard (Drums), Dougie Coulter (Bass). Obscure and refreshing 70s and 80s pop/funk covers from Michael McDonald and Steely Dan to Earth Wind and Fire – all the yacht rock classics!
*** SATURDAY 7th ***
The Mellotones Trio
15:00 – 17:30, FREE Entry!
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
Jazz Bar Saturdays: The Jazz Bar Quartet
18:15 – 20:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
Featuring a special appearance from Canadian guitar player Kevin Barrett, alongside John Elliott (piano), Ed Kelly (bass) and Keith Haldane (drums).
Purchase of this double ticket also gives you entry to both this show and our 9pm gig! However if you only wish to attend the 9pm gig, please arrive at 20:30 and buy on the door, as we don’t keep guarenteed ticket spaces in the venue after the first show has begun.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 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.
This week featuring:
Christie Smith – trumpet
Barney Anderson – guitar
David Patrick – piano
Douglas Whates – bass
Jim Drummond – drums
Killerhorns + All Vinyl DJ Chris Astrojazz
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
(DJ starts at 23:30)
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.
*** SUNDAY 8th ***
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!
World Music Sessions (Heart of Africa) ft. Makossa
World Music Sessions present:
Curated by Senegal’s Samba Sene, with djembe drummers, singers and dancers. Special guests include Jules Sow on kora, a tribute to our much missed brother, Bhundu Boy Rise Kagona by Andy Cooke with dancers Raquel and Betty.
Following a sellout for their first event in November, this is the second in the series of informal Sunday afternoon sessions showcasing diverse grooves and beats from around the world.
Plus this month’s featured band, Edinburgh legends, Makossa.
NOTES:
Unreserved seating/standing/dancing
Accompanied children welcome. Children under 2 are free, all others consession rate.
MODERNISTIC
20:00 – 22:00, £12 Advance or on door, Tickets here!
Their performances are a musical journey that evoke a wide range of emotions, from exhilaration to introspection. Led by Ewan Johnston, the band’s original compositions prioritize melody and groove, providing a canvas for captivating and energetic performances. Releasing their debut album on 06/02/26, the band is celebrating the birth of ‘reflections/shadows’, and inviting The Jazz Bar to join them in the celebrations.
Eloi
22:30 – 00:00, £4/6 tickets Tickets here!
Eloi are a seven-piece Edinburgh-based band delivering a genre-hopping take on contemporary jazz.
Their sound blends searing melodic vocal and horn lines with deep grooves influenced by afrobeat, fusion, funk and neo-soul, balancing tightly synchronised, riff-driven passages with freer improvisation.
Their live shows move fluidly between high-energy tunes and laid-back grooves whilst showcasing the band’s strong jazz foundations. Eloi’s 2023 EP, Bloom Again, was described by The Skinny as “littered with complex time signatures, exciting brass stabs and soothing elastic honeyed vocals”. Their debut single Embarrassed was praised by BBC Introducing Radio Scotland as “masterfully composed, beautifully executed”, whilst their more recent single Chrysanthemum received airplay on BBC Radio 3’s Round Midnight, presented by renowned saxophonist Soweto Kinch.
The band are currently completing their third release, a four-track EP of new music that they consider their most defining project to date. As well as playing regularly at The Jazz Bar for their late-night neo-soul slot, gig highlights include performing at Hidden Door Festival 2025, a performance at Kelburn 2024, alongside support slots for Ari Tsugi and Surprise Chef.
*** MONDAY 9th ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
20:00 – 22:45, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 20:00-21:00, full gig from 21:15-22:45.
**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.
*** TUESDAY 10th ***
SOUL SOCIETY JAM
19:00 – 21:00, Members Free or £2/6 until 20:00
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
21:00 – 23:30, £6/8 on the door 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.
*** WEDNESDAY 11th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
16:30 – Open Rehearsal – FREE entry!
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studying at the University of Edinburgh.
ACOUSTIC TEATIME with Mike Kearney
18:15 – 19:45, 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 Main
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
Delivering high-octane, innovative jazz, leaning heavily on the vast Blue Note Records canon for the 50s and 60s. The quartet delivers a lyrical, rhythmically alive, and soulful mix of jazz laced with exceptional fluidity. Nick Gould (tenor), Steve Grossart (piano), Iain Harkness (electric 5 string bass) and Kevin Dorrian ( drums and percussion)
Cumbiatones
23:00 – late, FREE Entry! 
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.
*** THURSDAY 12th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
18:15 – 19:45, 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
Ceòl Milis Collective featuring Ben MacDonald
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
Ceòl Milis collctive is a showcase of players in the Scottish modern Jazz scene curated by renound Scottish drummer Caroline Scott.
This month Ben Macdonald:
A mainstay on the Scottish Jazz scene Ben has been performing for over 20 years as a sideman in many projects as well as his own compositions and work.
Aki Remally
23:00 – late, FREE entry! 💃🕺🏻
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.
*** FRIDAY 13th ***
Jazz Bar Fridays: Italian Jazz Affair
18:15 – 20:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
Hot Jazz Quintet
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 on the door
Award winning old-time jazz and blues vocalist Ali Affleck brings together a quintet for an evening filled with Hot Jazz Tradition.
Ali Affleck – vocals
Ronan Toal – guitar
Ian McInally – guitar
Stephen Jack – bass
Dick Lee – reeds
Ayla and the Astralnauts
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 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.
*** SATURDAY 14th ***
Campbell Normand and Ed Kelly Duo
15:00 – 17:30 Free entry!
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the finest Jazz Bar musicians playing standards, this week Campbell Normand on piano and Ed Kelly on double bass.
Valentines Day: Rachel Lightbody & Tom Gibbs
18:15 – 20:30, £15 ADV limited seated only Tickets Here!
Joining forces with renowned Glasgow based pianist Tom Gibbs. Known for her expressive tone and emotive interpretations, Rachel brings her vocal brilliance to a carefully curated set that spans the Great American Songbook, beloved classics from iconic singer-songwriters, and a few unexpected gems. Accompanied by the sensitive and sophisticated playing of Tom Gibbs, this intimate performance highlights the chemistry between two of Scotland’s finest jazz talents.
A perfect night for lovers of timeless melodies, lyrical storytelling, and exquisite musicianship.
We will be running this event as a lower capacity fully seated gig in order to have a more intimate and listening style show, so please respect others with your conversations being quiet enough to not distract from the music and arriving before the show starts to be seated.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 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.
This week featuring:
Matt Gough – trumpet
Phil O’Malley – trombone
Ben Shankland- piano
Ali Worth – bass
Keith Haldane – drums
G-Money and The Deep Pockets + All Vinly DJ Freddy Haptic
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
(DJ starts at 23:30)
A brand new band from Bohemian Monk Machine members. Expect high energy funk mania and exciting new original material!
*** SUNDAY 15th ***
Tryst
17:00 – 19:00, £6/8 pay on door
A double bill of duo acts back to back, hosted by Toby Mottershead.
Toby Mottershead, a steel guitar player, singer, and raconteur is joined by special guests to take you on a tour of early blues, roots and folk music. He has an uncanny ability to bring it back to life: jug bands, juke joints, and you’ll come away with the sounds of the Delta and the Hill Country, too.
Iain Ewing and The Chevaliers
20:00 – 22:00, £12 ADV or on door Tickets Here!
Triskelion
22:30 – 00:00, £4/6 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
Triskelion are a nu jazz trio based in Edinburgh, blending jazz, electronica, soul & hip-hop to create a modern and distinctive sound. Their original music showcases an exciting mix of soulful harmony, unique textures and explosive grooves, drawing inspiration from artists such as Kiefer, Knower, Athletic Progression, and Moses Yoofee Trio, to name a few.
*** MONDAY 16th ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
20:00 – 22:45, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 20:00-21:00, full gig from 21:15-22:45.
**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.
*** TUESDAY 17th ***
JAZZ SOCIETY JAM
19:00 – 20:30, FREE for students before 19:30 – or £6/8
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
21:00 – 23:30, £6/8 on the door 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.
*** WEDNESDAY 18th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
16:30 – Open Rehearsal – FREE entry!
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studing at the University of Edinburgh.
Teatime Session with Jed Potts
18:15 – 19:45, FREE entry!
Teatime Session featuring the incredible Jed Potts, playing solo electric blues.
Midnight Blue: Tom Anderson plays Kenny Burrell
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADv or on the door Tickets Here!
The lineup features Tom Anderson (guitar), Martin Kershaw (saxophone), Ed Kelly (bass), Jim Drummond (drums), and José Rojas (congas).
Their sound is a laid-back fusion of jazz and blues, inspired by the cool sophistication of Kenny Burrell and Stanley Turrentine. The ensemble will explore Burrell’s classic album Midnight Blue, along with a selection of other standards he performed — all delivered with warmth, swing, and subtle Latin inflections.
Dank Mango
23:00 doors, Free entry! 💃🕺🏻
Neo-soul, hip-hop grooves and throwback funk classics! This vocal lead band is guaranteed to get your hips moving. Inspired by new and old artists from Steely Dan to Jordan Rakei, Dank Mango will cook up a funk-filled night with a wide range of musical styles to keep you on your toes. Led by vocal and guitar talent Ed Denman, Groovy bass by Lucas Gilchrist, Tight drums from Jack O’Rourke and soulful keys by Will Anderson.
*** THURSDAY 19th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
18:15 – 19:45, 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
Martin Kershaw and Colin Steele Quintet play Bird ‘n Diz
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
The Music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.
A rare chance to hear the music of two of jazz’s great innovators. So exciting for listeners, but challenging for musicians, bebop fizzed with lightning-fast rhythms and super musical technique. They set the musicianship bar as high as they possibly could, and hardly anyone has touched it since. Constant rhythmic and harmonic excitement, from fiery bebop to Latin grooves with passionate soloing. Kershaw and Steele take the title roles alongside a crack rhythm section of Pete Johnstone (piano), Brian Shiels (bass) and Max Popp (drums).
Late Night at The Jazz Bar
23:00 doors, Free entry! 💃🕺🏻
A late night groovy funky set guaranteed to keep you moving.
*** FRIDAY 20th ***
Family ‘Friday Night’ Party with The Shiverin’ Sheiks Band (Rock ’n’ Roll)
16:30 – 18:00, Adult £9, Child £8, Tickets here!
A proper Friday night out… starting at 4.30pm because winter said so… and it’s school holidays, so bedtime is… flexible.
Let your kids experience the magic of a real live music party – no tactical nap 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, courtesy of the Shiverin’ Sheiks (full 4-piece band).
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.
THIS IS A KIDS EVENT- adults attending without children will not be permitted.
Jazz Bar Friday: The Shiverin’ Sheiks
19:00 – 20:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets here!
The Goosebump Walkaways
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 on the door
John Burgess – tenor saxophone
Campbell Normand – piano
Ross Baird – guitar
Roy Percy – double bass
Tom Gordon – drums
Playing the driving and dynamic blues drenched jazz first popularised by those legends of the big toned tenor saxophone of Sam Butera, Arnett Cobb and Illinois Jacket with a hefty dose of ever swinging Count Basie and the sneakiest hint of Bill Haley and The Comets.
Femme Fierce
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 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.
*** SATURDAY 21st ***
Afternoon Jazz
15:00 – 17:30, FREE Entry!
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the finest Jazz Bar musicians.
Jazz Bar Saturdays: Colin Steele Trio
18:15 – 20:30, £12 ADV or 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 Saturday:
Colin Steele – trumpet
Dave Milligan – piano
Ed Kelly – double bass
Purchase of this double ticket also gives you entry to both this show and our 9pm world premier quintet gig! Space is only kept until 19:00 for ticket holders so if you only wish to attend the world premier quintet please arrive at 20:30 and buy on the door.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 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.
This week featuring:
Colin Steele – trumpet
Stewart Forbes – saxophone
Dave Milligan – piano
Ed Kelly – bass
Max Popp – drums
The Sinners + All Vinyl DJ SSID
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
(DJ starts at 23:30)
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 funky guitar from Aki Remally, dope grooves from Jim Drummond (drums), Dougie Coulter (bass) and Tom Wilkinson (bass).
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*** SUNDAY 22nd ***
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!
New Steps Sessions
17:00 – 19:00, £4 Jazz Soc Members or £6/8
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.
Kimberley Tessa
20:00 – 22:00, £12 Advance or on door, Tickets here!
Voted ‘Rising Star’ in the 2023 Scottish Jazz Awards, vocalist/saxophonist Kimberley will be showcasing her original music, alongside her favourite jazz standards and more. Inspired by the voices of Ella, Amy and Badu, she brings a cocktail of jazz and RnB influence to her performances.
Alongside her dynamic band featuring Stephan Jack on bass, Max Popp on drums and Sean Bissett on guitar.
Ayla Ersoy Trio
22:30 – 00:00, £4/6 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
Ayla Ersoy with her trio, a rising star in Edinburgh’s vibrant music scene, presents a Neo Soul filled Sunday.
*** MONDAY 23rd ***
THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
20:00 – 22:45, £12 Tickets Here!
Open Rehearsal 20:00-21:00, full gig from 21:15-22:45.
**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.
*** TUESDAY 24th ***
SOUL SOCIETY JAM
19:00 – 21:00, Members Free or £2/6 until 20:00
THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
21:00 – 23:30, £6/8 on the door 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.
*** WEDNESDAY 25th ***
EUJO – Edinburgh Uni Jazz Orchestra
16:30 – Open Rehearsal – FREE entry!
A 17-piece big band consisting of some of the finest jazz musicians studying at the University of Edinburgh.
BLUES AT THE JAZZ BAR
19:00 – 22:45, £5/7 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 20:00). This is the night to see blues in the jazz bar every month.
This month featuring TBC
Open Blues Jam
20:00 start – £5/7 tickets only available on the door (FREE to play!)
All Instruments Welcome! Backed by House Trio.
Ciara Farrelly and Ruairidh Nicholson
23:00 doors, Free entry! 💃🕺🏻
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.
*** THURSDAY 26th ***
JOHN HUNT’S BLUES AND SWING EVENING
18:15 – 19:45, 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
Becca Sloan
20:30 – 22:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
Hailing from the West of Scotland, Becca Sloan is a rising neo-soul and r’n’b artist making waves in Scotland’s flourishing jazz scene.
Praised by BBC Introducing Scotland as “the best of the best,” Becca is known for her original compositions that blend heartfelt, raw lyrics with soulful grooves.
In this show she will showcase her up coming album.
Flex
23:00 doors, Free entry! 💃🕺🏻
Keys wizard and soulful vocalist, Mike Kearney (Fender Rhodes), leads brand new quartet, FLEX. Featuring Ben Collard (Drums), Dougie Coulter (Bass). Obscure and refreshing 70s and 80s pop/funk covers from Michael McDonald and Steely Dan to Earth Wind and Fire – all the yacht rock classics!
*** FRIDAY 27th ***
Latin Carnival (Orq. Boreal + Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas)
20:30 – 03:00, Double Bill Tickets: £13 Early Bird or £15 Final Release
00:00 Only – Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas: £10
Tickets Here! 💃🕺🏻
On stage 22:00
The first act is the mighty 10 piece salsa brava outfit, Orquesta Boreal. Currently the biggest and the best salsa outfit in the country who have been playing regularly to sell-out crowds at the Jazz Bar with their barrage of fiery salsa rhythms.
On stage 00:30
The second act takes us to Rio with the 11 piece that is Gustavo Andrade & The Brasukas. They literally blew the Jazz Bar apart when they appeared last summer with their take on everything Brazilian from Samba to MPB to Forro to Axé to Rio-Funk.
And keeping it all flowing from 9pm onwards will be DJ Simon Hodge.
*** SATURDAY 28th ***
Afternoon Jazz with Paul Harrison
15:00 – 17:30, FREE Entry!
Join us for an Afternoon Jazz featuring the phenomenal Paul Harrison on piano.
Jazz Bar Saturdays: Arda Daltaban
18:15 – 20:30, £12 ADV or on the door Tickets Here!
After spending his childhood listening to rock, and later moving on to progressive rock, Arda made a transition into jazz with the guidance of his teacher, who introduced him to the famous figures of the genre like Parker, Coltrane, Cannonball, Rollins, Getz, and many more. Even though Arda came to study at RCS with an interest in traditional swing and bebop, his discovery of Ornette Coleman and especially Albert Ayler fundamentally changed his outlook on music.
Now, drawing heavy inspiration from these two musicians and the likes of John Coltrane, Jan Garbarek, Sonny Rollins, Miguel Zenon, and Kenny Garret, Arda’s sound is energetic, expressive, and brimming with the vibrant language of blues, bebop, world jazz, and free jazz.
In addition to this, Arda’s interest in the cultural music of Turkey has provided him with a brand-new context to interact with ideas in improvisation. Starting an intensive study on the microtonal aspect of Turkish music, Arda plans on implementing foreign ideas into jazz to create an unfamiliar sound.
‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
21:15 – 23:30, £8/10 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.
This week featuring:
Colin Steele – trumpet
Mike Butcher – tenor saxophone
Pete Johnstone – piano
Ed Kelly – bass
Chun-wei Kang – drums
Aki Remally + All Vinyl DJ Ann Tweak
00:30 – 03:00, £6/8 tickets only available on the door 💃🕺🏻
(DJ starts at 23:30)
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.
*** MARCH Music Listings will be published at the end of February ***
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