Please note, there are no advance tickets or seat reservations available unless clearly stated in the event listing.
LIVE MUSIC EVERY DAY
Monday 7pm – 12.30am
Tuesday 7pm – 12.30am
Wednesday 5pm – 3am
Thursday 5pm – 3am
Friday 5pm – 3am
Saturday 2pm – 3am
Sunday 5pm – 3am
THU 1
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm GRAEME MEARNS – Acoustic Swing
A Hat, a Suit, and a Guitar. With a swing/jazz/acoustic style somewhere between Django Reinhardt and Richard Thompson. You’ll hear familiar songs in a way you’ve never imagined.
9.15pm-11.30pm £5/Free to play GROOVE THURSDAYS
The Jazz Bar’s all-inclusive jam session is back! On the first Thursday of every month, Jazz Bar locals Toni McVey (drums), Luke Cunningham (keys), Amy Reader (voc), Stephen Jack (bass), and Harry Higgs (guitar), 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!
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THURSDAY FUNK: 101ST AIRBORNE
Come and get your fortnightly serving of fat grooves, jazzy excursions, soulful vocals and bags of pocket from guitarist Aki Remally’s soul-funk four-piece band… with the baaaadest rhythm section in town supplying ALL of your Thursday funk with a set covering everything from Funkadelic to Vulfpeck. midnight until late…
FRI 2
6.15pm-8.30pm £8 HALF MOON MEDICINE SHOWCASE
Cera Impala, Edinburgh’s esteemed banjo babe, brings roots, folk, old-time jazz, gospel, rag, and original indie-love to The Jazz Bar as she hosts a one-of-a-kind showcase featuring talent from her eclectic community of artists. The Half Moon Medicine show(case) – the cure for what ails you!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 LIGHTS OUT BY NINE
“Something Soul, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blues” from the well-travelled Fife-based powerhouse Rhythm & Blues 8-piece, featuring old favourites, brand new original material, and other writers’ contributions. Performing now for over 25 years, the line-up has four founder members, including the original keyboard player, and their hottest ever horn section. “Simply excellent” – Paul Jones, BBC Radio; “AWB support band of choice” – Alan Gorrie, Average White Band.
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 JAMES BROWN IS ANNIE
SAT 3
2.30pm-5.30pm Free AFTERNOON JAZZ with THE MELLOTONES TRIO
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
6.15pm-8.30pm £7/£5 THE SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS
Each week a top-drawer piano trio, led by bassist Ed Kelly, is joined by a special guest spot. Saxophonists, guitarists, trumpeters and singers showcase their talents in a broad range of jazz styles. From swing, blues, bossa, trad and modern, this is a variable early-evening session of intimate and enjoyable jazz.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
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. Featuring Stewart Forbes (sax), Colin Steele (trumpet), Brian Kellock (piano), Douglas Whates (double bass), Max Popp (drums)
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 CHAKALAKA FUNK: THE AKI PROJECT
Chakalaka Funk presents Jazz Bar resident extraordinaire Aki Remally’s definitive funk band. Playing original tunes, going from the soulful to the funky, Aki Remally leads a five-piece band with some of Scotland’s funkiest players, filling the void between Jimi Hendrix, George Clinton and Gil Scott-Heron. Groovetastic, moogtastic and guaranteed to make you shake it fo’ sho’… Tunes from the Chakalaka DJs from 12.15am ensure a night of heavy funking for all.
SUN 4
6pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm HOT TIN ROOF
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!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ANNA VANOSI – SUNDAY SONATA
The first Sunday of the month sees singer Anna Vanosi host an evening filled with Italian tunes, jazz and early blues standards. “Drawing from the rich canon of Italian popular song as well as the American tradition, Anna Vanosi lives in the character of every song she sings, continuously drawing imagination, passion and energy from the depths of her soul.” 4 star review on broadway baby, “enchanting: A real life Italian diva”.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THE SUNDAY SINNERS
Neo-soul, trip-hop 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).
MON 5
8pm-10.45pm £12/£8 THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
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 6
CLOSED FOR A PRIVATE EVENT
(Our jam session and late showcase will be back next Tuesday 13th of June)
WED 7
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm JOHN HUNT’S AFTER WORK BLUES
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
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 DECEPTIVE LIZARD
Deceptive Lizard is a new project from bass player, Brodie Jarvie. Its aim is simple, to play music that will take the listener on a journey through melodic and harmonic landscapes by melting together the world of effects and electronics with simple folkloric melodies. All five members stand amongst the most innovative contemporary musicians on the scene today and draw influences from all corners of the musical spectrum, from contemporary classical music, traditional folk music and the great void that is improvised music.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 GLAMOUR & THE BAYBES
5-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.
THU 8
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm GRAEME MEARNS – Acoustic Swing
A Hat, a Suit, and a Guitar. With a swing/jazz/acoustic style somewhere between Django Reinhardt and Richard Thompson. You’ll hear familiar songs in a way you’ve never imagined.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 THE RIVER ANNICK
The River Annick is a brand new group featuring Allan Wylie (trumpet), Graeme Wilson (tenor sax), Alan Benzie (piano), Mario Caribe (bass) and Stuart Brown (drums). Their original contemporary material varies from haunting ballads to propulsive latin grooves, drawing on a range of genres in their effusive soloing and interaction. Don’t miss their dynamic debut
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THURSDAY FUNK: FUTURE HEROES
Superbly creative guitarist Aki Remally (guitar/vocals) fronts this five-piece funk monster, playing tasty covers and heavy jams. Featuring Jonny White on saxophone, these guys will keep your feet moving all night long with the deep-funk rhythms of Toni McVey (drums), Tom Wilkinson (bass) and Luke Cunningham (keys) Occasional guests ensure a night of heavy funking for all. Get involved.
FRI 9
6.15pm-8.30pm £6/£5 HALF MOON MEDICINE SHOWCASE
Cera Impala, Edinburgh’s esteemed banjo babe, brings roots, folk, old-time jazz, gospel, rag, and original indie-love to The Jazz Bar as she hosts a one-of-a-kind showcase featuring talent from her eclectic community of artists. The Half Moon Medicine show(case) – the cure for what ails you!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 BILLIE 99
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 NICOLE & THE BACKUP CREW
Lively and soulful blues party, paying homage to the most important women in blues history featuring stunning singer, Nicole Smit and her band consisting of some of the finest blues musicians in Scotland!
SAT 10
2.30pm-5.30pm Free AFTERNOON JAZZ with THE MELLOTONES TRIO
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
6.15pm-8.30pm £7/£5 THE ‘BIG EASY’ SESSIONS
Celebrate a relaxed evening in the classic ‘Speakeasy’ style. From Authentic hot-roots Americana, spicy New Orleans trad jazz and gypsy swing to prohibition-era blues… award-winning vocalist Ali Affleck selects both local-legends and out of town guest musicians for highly danceable and fun Saturday sessions
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
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.
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 JED POTTS BAND
Hot, swampy, groooovy blues from Edinburgh guitar legend Jed Potts’ epically powerful three piece band. Expect soulful vocals, soaring guitar and a tight rhythm section made up of Ricki Thomson (drums) and Charlie Wild (bass). Get down, it’s Saturday night…
SUN 11
6pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm HOT TIN ROOF
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!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 KELLOCK, BURGESS, POPP AND KELLY
Four of Scotland’s most highly esteemed jazz musicians take to the stage to play two sets of highly inventive jazz going from heavy swing to heartfelt ballads and everything in-between. Come and hear some music played with grace, style, humour and a very unique sense of swing! Featuring the ever in-demand Brian Kellock (piano), John Burgess (sax/reeds), Max Popp (drums) and Ed Kelly (bass).
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THE SUNDAY SINNERS
Neo-soul, trip-hop 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).
MON 12
8pm-10.45pm £12/£8 THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
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 13
8pm-11pm £8/£6/Free to play THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
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.
11.30pm-late £5/£3 JAZZ BAR SHOWCASE
In this series of late gigs we have sought out emerging bands and talent as well as established acts in Edinburgh’s soul funk r’n’b and groove scene to showcase their work and music.
WED 14
6.15pm-8pm Free until 7.30pm JOHN HUNT’S AFTER WORK BLUES
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
9.15pm-11.15pm £10/£8 LEGIT
On the second Wednesday of every month, Glasgow guitar player Ben Macdonald takes us on a deep excursion through contemporary jazz and fusion with some of the finest musicians from central Scotland and further afield.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 GLAMOUR & THE BAYBES
5-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.
THU 15
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm GRAEME MEARNS – Acoustic Swing
A Hat, a Suit, and a Guitar. With a swing/jazz/acoustic style somewhere between Django Reinhardt and Richard Thompson. You’ll hear familiar songs in a way you’ve never imagined.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 SEAN MEGAW QUARTET
Four astonishing musicians in one place! TSMQ are led by saxophonist Sean Megaw who brings together an excellent line up of heavy hitting musicians. Also featuring Ewan Johnston (piano), Alyn Cosker (drums) and Ewan Hastie (piano). “Exceptionally gifted” – Tommy Smith.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THURSDAY FUNK: 101ST AIRBORNE
Come and get your fortnightly serving of fat grooves, jazzy excursions, soulful vocals and bags of pocket from guitarist Aki Remally’s soul-funk four-piece band… with the baaaadest rhythm section in town supplying ALL of your Thursday funk with a set covering everything from Funkadelic to Vulfpeck. midnight until late…
FRI 16
6.15pm-8.30pm £6/£5 HALF MOON MEDICINE SHOWCASE
Cera Impala, Edinburgh’s esteemed banjo babe, brings roots, folk, old-time jazz, gospel, rag, and original indie-love to The Jazz Bar as she hosts a one-of-a-kind showcase featuring talent from her eclectic community of artists. The Half Moon Medicine show(case) – the cure for what ails you!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 SHADES OF DAVE PELL OCTET
Jazz octet inspired by arrangements of Marty Paich, Bill Holman, John Williams, Shorty Rodgers, Andre Previn, Bob Florance, Wes Hensel, Johnny Mandell, Jerry Fielding & Jack Montrose, and featuring the subtle harmonies, drive & swing of the USA’s cool “West Coast Sound” of the 50’s & 60’s as made famous by the Dave Pell Octet. Honouring the full career and incredible talent of the late, great, saxophonist. Featuring: Andrew Mann (ten. sax), Dave Batchelor (trombone), Naj Zoha (trumpet), Phil Adams (guitar), Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass), & Dave Swanson (drums).
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 BANJO LOUNGE FOUR
Party-powering FUN from guitar, banjo, bass, drums plus 3-part vocals, delivering a brilliant Mash-up selection of songs by the likes of Louis Prima, Beyonce, New Order, Nirvana, Michael Jackson, Punjabi MC, Stevie Wonder, Blur, Lady Gaga, The White Stripes, House of Pain, Survivor and more. Hip Hop Banjo!
SAT 17
2.30pm-5.30pm Free AFTERNOON JAZZ with THE MELLOTONES TRIO
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
6.15pm-8.30pm £7/£5 THE SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS
Each week a top-drawer piano trio, led by bassist Ed Kelly, is joined by a special guest spot. Saxophonists, guitarists, trumpeters and singers showcase their talents in a broad range of jazz styles. From swing, blues, bossa, trad and modern, this is a variable early-evening session of intimate and enjoyable jazz.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
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.
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 KAT BROOKS
Kat Brooks has built a reputation across Scotland as a high energy, soulful front woman, hosting late-night sessions across Edinburgh since 2018 and leading her 40-piece Gospel choir. Tonight, she brings a brand-new octet to the Jazz Bar, delivering gospel-influenced soul and blues through original songs which mix honest story-telling with grit and heart. Complemented by three fierce singers providing soaring harmonies, Lisa Lathwell, Tyla Winter and Laetitia Butler, and a rhythm section made from Edinburgh’s finest up and coming musicians. This band sees Kat pushing her boundaries and opening up the music she loves to a brand new audience.
SUN 18
6pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm HOT TIN ROOF
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!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 MARIANNE MCGREGOR
Marianne McGregor is a prominent new voice in the Scottish Jazz Scene. Awarded ‘Best Vocalist’ in the Scottish Jazz Awards 2021, McGregor continues to gain recognition for her powerful voice and improvisation. With an impressive backing band, the 5-piece will deliver their renditions of classic jazz standards and some original songs. Featuring – Uri Stav (guitar), Greg Irons (drums), Laurie Moore (double bass) & Colin Steele (trumpet).
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THE SUNDAY SINNERS
Neo-soul, trip-hop 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).
MON 19
8pm-10.45pm £12/£8 THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
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 20
8pm-11pm £8/£6/Free to play THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
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.
11.30pm-late £5/£3 JAZZ BAR SHOWCASE
In this series of late gigs we have sought out emerging bands and talent as well as established acts in Edinburgh’s soul funk r’n’b and groove scene to showcase their work and music.
WED 21
6.15pm-8pm Free until 7.30pm JOHN HUNT’S AFTER WORK BLUES
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
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 DAVID SERIES QUARTET
A highly creative quartet. They play a mix of original compositions and arrangements of Jazz standards. Featuring David Series on guitar who has recently dropped his third album as a leader and composer, Martin Kershaw on saxophones, as in-demand as he is talented and experienced, Eli Afif, the incredible Lebanese bass who has hit Scotland like a beautiful golden arrow and on drums, nominated for Jazz Instrumentalist of the year, the groove master, Max Popp. “Like a Blue Note Session from an alternate Universe” AllaboutjazzUSA
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 GLAMOUR & THE BAYBES
5-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.
THU 22
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm GRAEME MEARNS – Acoustic Swing
A Hat, a Suit, and a Guitar. With a swing/jazz/acoustic style somewhere between Django Reinhardt and Richard Thompson. You’ll hear familiar songs in a way you’ve never imagined.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 NOUVELLE JUKEBOX
Formed in Edinburgh at the tail end of 2018 Nouvelle Jukebox are a truly swingin’ four piece that have been playing regular packed out shows in and around Scotland’s capital city. Along with original compositions that give a nod to the swing music of the 1930’s the trio also play unexpected interpretations of songs by the likes of Radiohead, Velvet Underground and Soundgarden (to name but a few) with a Postmodern Jukebox/Scottish and highly original vibe.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THURSDAY FUNK: FUTURE HEROES
Superbly creative guitarist Aki Remally (guitar/vocals) fronts this five-piece funk monster, playing tasty covers and heavy jams. Featuring Jonny White on saxophone, these guys will keep your feet moving all night long with the deep-funk rhythms of Toni McVey (drums), Tom Wilkinson (bass) and Luke Cunningham (keys) Occasional guests ensure a night of heavy funking for all. Get involved.
FRI 23
6.15pm-8.30pm £6/£5 HALF MOON MEDICINE SHOWCASE
Cera Impala, Edinburgh’s esteemed banjo babe, brings roots, folk, old-time jazz, gospel, rag, and original indie-love to The Jazz Bar as she hosts a one-of-a-kind showcase featuring talent from her eclectic community of artists. The Half Moon Medicine show(case) – the cure for what ails you!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 SEAN HAEFELI TRIO
Sean Haefeli, the uniquely talented, Indianapolis-born, Chicago-
chiselled and Berlin-based vocalist/emcee/pianist, has gained a reputation as an adept lyricist, versatile vocalist and skillfull keyboardist. He has been recognized by international tastemakers such as Gilles Peterson and Lefto. Sean’s music bridges the gap between the classic and cutting-edge. With his distinctive skill set and compositional flare, he inhabits a space all his own. Sean is joined by Jazz Bar favourites Max Popp (drums) and Andrew Robb (bass).
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 DANK MANGO
SAT 24
2.30pm-5.30pm Free AFTERNOON JAZZ with THE MELLOTONES TRIO
Hot swinging jazz from Alan Anderson (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass/vocals) and Dave Swanson (drums).
6.15pm-8.30pm £7/£5 THE SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS
Each week a top-drawer piano trio, led by bassist Ed Kelly, is joined by a special guest spot. Saxophonists, guitarists, trumpeters and singers showcase their talents in a broad range of jazz styles. From swing, blues, bossa, trad and modern, this is a variable early-evening session of intimate and enjoyable jazz.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ‘WORLD PREMIERE’ QUINTET
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. Featuring Brian Molley (sax), Yati Durant (trumpet), Alan Benzie (piano), Andrew Robb (double bass), Keith Haldane (drums)
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 DUKE DUNCAN AND THE HURRICANES
Blending swamp blues, funk and indie dance grooves DD&TH have been drawing comparisons with The Doors. Come and see what all the fuss is about. ‘A hedonistic psychedelic melange, like Alice out-hatting the Mad Hatter with Kerouac at The Hacienda’
SUN 25
6pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm HOT TIN ROOF
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!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ALI AFFLECK’S SPEAKEASY SESSIONS
Held on the last Sunday of each month, award-winning vocalist Ali Affleck brings a fiery New Orleans passion with heavy doses of old-time pop and deep digs into the rarest of trad and blues. Hot roots, blues, prohibition-era jazz, and cheeky Creole tunes from the finest swing bands around. Each month sees both new friends and old; special guests and long-time favourites of the swing dance community – the perfect end to the month
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THE SUNDAY SINNERS
Neo-soul, trip-hop 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).
MON 26
8pm-10.45pm £12/£8 THE JAZZ BAR’s 17-Piece BIG BAND
Open Rehearsal 8-9pm, full gig from 9.15-10.45pm
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 27
8pm-11pm £8/£6/Free to play THE GREAT JAZZ JAM SESSION
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.
11.30pm-late £5/£3 JAZZ BAR SHOWCASE
In this series of late gigs we have sought out emerging bands and talent as well as established acts in Edinburgh’s soul funk r’n’b and groove scene to showcase their work and music.
WED 28
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm JOHN HUNT’S AFTER WORK BLUES
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
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 ATLANTIC ROAD TRIP
Atlantic Road Trip is an international project combining prominent musical voices from Europe and America, exploring the evolution and fusion of traditional indigenous folk music from Scotland, Ireland and Slovakia, and their historical coalescence through the medium of contemporary jazz and improvised music. The project also draws upon intertwined musical paths of European folk traditions and their historical interplay with music from Africa, South America, and beyond.
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 GLAMOUR & THE BAYBES
5-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.
THU 29
6.15pm-8.30pm Free until 7.30pm GRAEME MEARNS – Acoustic Swing
A Hat, a Suit, and a Guitar. With a swing/jazz/acoustic style somewhere between Django Reinhardt and Richard Thompson. You’ll hear familiar songs in a way you’ve never imagined.
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 KEITH HALDANE QUARTET
The highly inventive drummer, Keith Haldane, brings together a classic quartet for a night of jazz standards played tastefully with some of the best of Edinburgh’s players. Featuring Campbell Normand (piano), Gary Laidlaw (guitar) and Ed Kelly (bass).
12.15am-2.30am £5/£3 THURSDAY FUNK: FUTURE HEROES
Superbly creative guitarist Aki Remally (guitar/vocals) fronts this five-piece funk monster, playing tasty covers and heavy jams. Featuring Jonny White on saxophone, these guys will keep your feet moving all night long with the deep-funk rhythms of Toni McVey (drums), Tom Wilkinson (bass) and Luke Cunningham (keys) Occasional guests ensure a night of heavy funking for all. Get involved.
FRI 30
6.15pm-8.30pm £6/£5 HALF MOON MEDICINE SHOWCASE
Cera Impala, Edinburgh’s esteemed banjo babe, brings roots, folk, old-time jazz, gospel, rag, and original indie-love to The Jazz Bar as she hosts a one-of-a-kind showcase featuring talent from her eclectic community of artists. The Half Moon Medicine show(case) – the cure for what ails you!
9.15pm-11.30pm £10/£8 BOPTIMISM
Classic ‘Hard Bop’ quintet featuring charts by Keith Edwards (sax) and Donald Corbett (trumpet/flugelhorn) with stellar rhythm section of Campbell Normand (piano), Ed Kelly (bass) and Keith Haldane (drums). Their sets include original compositions, gems from British Jazz legends Tubby Hayes and Dundee’s own Jimmy Deuchar, as well as hip US jazzers such as Duke Pearson, Harold Mabern and Cedar Walton.
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 SAMBA SENE AND DIWAN