Please note, there are no advance tickets or seat reservations available unless clearly stated in the event listing.
LIVE MUSIC EVERY DAY
Open:
Monday 7pm – 12.30am
Tuesday 7pm – 12.30am
Wednesday 5pm – 3am
Thursday 5pm – 3am
Friday 5pm – 3am
Saturday 2pm – 3am
Sunday 5pm – 3am
MON 1
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 2
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 3
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 SAM BRAYSHER TRIO
Alto saxophonist Sam Braysher’s latest trio album, Dance Little Lady, Dance Little Man, sees him accompanied by a truly world class rhythm section, and presenting thoughtful interpretations of a diverse repertoire of songs from the Great American Songbook and jazz canon, ranging from Dexter Gordon to Gershwin incidental numbers to Disney. For this concert the trio features the award-winning Scottish double bassist Andrew Robb and Alyn Cosker, resident drummer with the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra. With Sam Braysher (alto saxophone) Andrew Robb (double bass) and Alyn Cosker (drums).
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. “Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
THU 4
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 5
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 KING LOUIS & THE PRIMAS
Madcap, non-stop party frontman, Dave Batchelor (trombone/voc) brings in his hugely entertaining band, playing the music of jump/jive 50s Vegas king Louis Prima, and a range of entertaining music. His all-star 7-piece features Jazz Bar favourites David Patrick and Keith Edwards on piano and sax, young guitar wiz Conor Smith, David Batchelor on trumpet, with Ed Kelly (bass) and Aldo Morrow (drums). “At least it’s no that jazz pish.” – A Fan.
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 AKI AND THE LIONS
Heavy funk discotheque of epically silly proportions with Aki Remally (guitar), Rob Harrison (keys), Jonny White (sax), Tom Wilkinson (bass) and Scott Jamieson (drums). Laying down the grooves and keeping yourselves moving all night with dope grooves, insane rhythms and jaw-dropping solos.
SAT 6
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 CHAKALAKA FUNK: MOTHER ALL MIGHTY
Chakalaka Funk presents Jazz Bar favourites Mother All Mighty; a 7-piece produces powerful, original songs and soulful covers. Inspired by artists such as Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, Jorja Smith and Anderson .Paak, M.A.M are on a mission to bring you a fusion of Neo Soul, Hip Hop, RnB and Funk. Expect commanding vocals courtesy of formidable frontwoman Naledi Herman, complimented by a lush blend of vocal harmonies, all driven by a powerhouse rhythm section! Featuring Simon Hodge on the decks as ever!
SUN 7
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 8
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 9
8pm-11pm Free EUJS STUDENT JAM SESSION
Every fortnight, Edinburgh University’s Jazz society is taking over the jazz bar! Our jam is student-focussed yet open to all jazz lovers and enthusiasts, whether you are keen to lay down some tunes or just relax and listen. We establish a comfortable and friendly environment where all are welcome. If you’re looking to meet like-minded musicians passionate about jazz, look no further.
11.30pm-late £5/£3 JAZZ BAR SHOWCASE: SMITTEN
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 great wealth of talent. This week, we present Smitten; a three piece that combines soulful pop ballad vocals from Nicole Cassandra Smit, intensely garage guitar playing from Charlie Wild and irresistibly groovy drumming from Alex Palmer.
WED 10
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. Tonight’s concert also features Matthew Carmichael (tenor sax), Norman Wigmore (alto sax), Stephen Henderson (drums) and Ewan Hastie (double bass).
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. “Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
THU 11
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 KEYS A CROWD
A trio with a difference, a unique meeting of piano, Hammond organ and drums. Pete Johnstone, Paul Harrison and Doug Hough come together to play standards and great jazz repertoire with a real burning flair and some surprising twists.
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 12
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 MERCY MERCY MERCY!
A quintet of Scotland’s foremost jazz musicians pays joyous tribute to the bebop/soul music of Cannonball and Nat Adderley. ‘The Adderleys have acquired premier-league champions!’ (Herald). Featuring Colin Steele (trumpet), Martin Kershaw (saxophone), Steve Hamilton (piano), Brian Shiels (bass) and Alyn Cosker (drums).
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 THE KATET: THE ORIGINALS
Heavy lifting 7-piece delivers completely original jazz, funk and soul… Warning: Not for the faint of heart – this stuff is cooked in an illegal lab and just about ready for human trials. Featuring triple brass and MD Mike Kearney on keys/vocals. Heavy DJ sets provided by TEE on the decks.
SAT 13
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 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!
SUN 14
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 JAZZMAIN
Now into their third decade, and with hundreds of performances under their belt, JazzMain’s sound is as popular and infectious as ever. Fusing an eclectic melting pot of Latin, funk and soul with a broad repertoire drawn from 50s and 60s Blue Note canon. JazzMain features – Nick Gould (tenor), Steve Grossart (keys), Iain Harkness (electric 5-string bass) and Kevin Dorrian (drums).
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 15
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 16
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: SAMUEL TAYLOR
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. We have jazz, funk, soul, and blues courtesy of Samuel Taylor, an American Saxophonist who has performed throughout the United States from New York City to New Orleans. A show that will get you dancing with a wide variety of music that is original, recognizable, and groovy! 5-piece of band of sax, keys, guitar, drums & bass.
WED 17
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 C.A.L.I.E.
C.A.L.I.E is one the newest jazz-fusion groups to emerge from Glasgow’s thriving music scene. Led by jazz saxophonist Josie Girgis and consisting of a stellar line-up, this new band promises to treat its audience. Influenced by hard-hitting fusion groups like Huntertones and Snarky Puppy, C.A.L.I.E presents a set of music that draws in listeners with both its heavy grooves and intricate arrangements. With compositions that draw from a vast range of genres–including jazz, prog, funk, hip-hop and soul–C.A.L.I.E. hopes to indulge its audience with an exciting and eclectic set of music .Josie Girgis (alto sax/compositions),Tenor James Steele (tenor sax) Samuel Parkinson (guitar), Kevin Henderson (guitar), Dan Brown (piano), Ewan Hastie (bass), Greg Irons (drums)
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. “Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
THU 18
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 up and coming musicians in one place! TSMQ are led by saxophonist Sean Megaw. “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 19
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 Steve Moore (piano), Ed Kelly (bass) and Max Popp (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 GLAMOUR AND THE BAYBES
A special weekend outing from our Wednesday regulars! 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.
“Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
SAT 20
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 FUTURE HEROES
A special weekend outing for our Thursday regulars! 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) and Stephen Jack (bass).
SUN 21
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 22
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 23
7pm-10pm Free
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: BECCA SLOAN
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. This week sees BBC Introducing Scotland artist Becca Sloan who has has garnered increasing attention for her distinct, soulful voice. The Ayrshire-born musician is largely influenced by jazz and soul legends such as Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Betty Carter and Donny Hathaway, as well as the modern sounds of Puma Blue, Celeste, Erykah Badu and Sade. With a new-single in the works produced by Cathal Murphy, Becca’s music draws upon themes of love, adoration and growing up, to deliver poetic lyrics filled with raw emotion. With accompaniment from a wonderful band, Becca Sloan’s live performances are guaranteed to leave you feeling a connection to her timeless sound.
WED 24
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 EUJO @ THE JAZZ BAR
The Edinburgh University Jazz Orchestra are back to round off the semester with another evening of big band music featuring both instrumental and vocal numbers from their ever-talented pool of musicians. Definitely a concert that’s not to be missed!
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. “Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)
THU 25
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 ROOFTOP BARBERSHOP
In the spirit of the barbershop quartet from the 1920’s and 30’s (such as the Mills Brothers or the Andrew Sisters), parisian based band, The Rooftop Barbershop play their own vocal arrangements of classic jazz and New Orleans tunes. The Rooftop Barbershop successfully played Jazz in Marciac, Ballydehob Jazz Festival or world famous Caveau de la Huchette. Their first album “Do Not Feed the Beards” will be out in December 2022. Featuirng Rémi Fahed (Vocal/Clarinet), Lucas Montagnier – (Vocal/Guitar) and Antoine Bonvoisin – (Vocal/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 26
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 FREDDIE KING QUINTET
Freddie King is gracing the stage with his quintet tonight, delivering two sets of jazz drawing influences far and wide playing a mixture of beautiful ballads, bebop, Latin, swing and some of Freddie’s songs. Featuring Lachlan McColl (guitar), John Elliot (piano), Jimmy Taylor (bass), Dave Swanson (drums) and the “King of Scat,” Freddie King (vocals).
12.15am-2.30am £8/£5 Groove Down
An Edinburgh based 5-piece disco soul band that’s sure to leave every bone in your body moving! Electric vibes surround these funkateers as they bring with them freshness to the scene and infectious grooves to your soul.
SAT 27
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 £10/£8 SNAZZBACK
Snazzback bring a renewed, daring energy to UK dance music. The 7-piece embrace their experimental beginnings to create a sound fusing abstract beats with spiralling improvisation. Their music is soaked in influences including interlocking West African rhythms, rootsy Brazilian flavours, sprawling soundscapes, deep dubstep basslines and flickering arpeggiators. A collaborative instinct runs through the group, and an eclectic choice of vocalists keeps their compositions shimmering with new possibility. Catch them tonight as part of the tour for their latest record, Ruins Everything.
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 LOS CHICHANOS
Mixing a live latin rhythm section, psychadelic guitar solos and mesmerizing Peruvian melodies, the 7-piece Los Chichanos perform “chicha” music or Jungle Cumbia. This style of South American music was written to make bodies move and minds travel. Jungle sounds, guitar-driven songs, vintage organ leads and hot Latin percussion.
SUNDAY 28
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 29
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 30
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: HYDROPONICS
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.
Hydroponics is an instrumental folk project created by Pete Wall. The band features Pete on guitar, David Burns on percussion, Angus Bruce on Keys and Alex Finlay on double bass. The outfit combines their collective backgrounds in folk, classical, jazz, funk, indie and pop with a laid back feel, resulting an a playful sound and an intoxicatingly joyful live show. Hydroponics played their first live show in December 2022, supporting jazz-fusion band Mahuki, before playing at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall (DKOS stage) for Celtic Connections in January 2023. Spurred on by the warm reception at both of these shows, the band is planning more live shows for 2023, whilst recording their debut EP, Don’t Overwater
WED 31
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 MARTIN KERSHAW/COLIN STEELE 5TET PLAY BIRD ’N’ DIZ
A joyous celebration of the music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, with Martin Kershaw (saxophone), Colin Steele (trumpet), Dave Milligan (piano), Brian Shiels (bass) and Max Popp (drums).
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. “Soulful and outrageous… the largest vocal range I’ve ever heard!” (Scotsman)