January-April 2024
Every Wednesday unless indicated otherwise.
£5 minimum donation unless indicated otherwise.
Doors open 7.45, music starts at 8.15 (8.00 when there’s a support
band).
Students pay half price.
January10
Stuart MacDonald + MG3
8pm Mary Farrall
We welcome the New Year with one of the club’s most frequent guest
soloists, a saxophonist and consummate musician backed by the MG3, Mark
Gordon (keyboard), Bob Walker (bass) and Tom Townsend (drums).
January17
Martin Jones + MG3
An evening of genial jazz with an acknowledged expert in relaxed vocal
and trumpet techniques.
January 24
The Lewis Watson Quartet
Lewis Watson is one of the most highly regarded tenor sax players on the
British jazz scene, influenced by the likes of Coltrane, Rollins and Bergonzi.
Playing original compositions alongside works by jazz greats such as John
Coltrane, Wayne Shorter and George Adams, the quartet features Mark Williams
(guitar), Andy Champion (bass) and John Bradford (drums).
January 31
Jamil Sherrif 4 in 1
Led by Jamil Sheriff, 4 in 1 pay tribute to artists such as Thelonious
Monk, Benny Golson, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie in a swinging and
joyful affair that promises to remind you of all your favourite musicians,
with a few twists along the way. Will Howard (saxophone), Jamil Sheriff
(piano), Sam Quintana (double bass) and Steve Hanley (drums). Tickets
£10
February 07
Ben Haskins Quartet
In April 2022 Leeds-based jazz guitarist Ben Haskins released
his debut album "Second Thoughts". Featuring an all-star quartet,
the album showcases a wide spectrum of music with roots in the traditions
of jazz and black American music. Ben Haskins (guitar), Ben Powling (tenor
sax), Owen Burns (bass) and Theo Goss (drums).
February 14
Jon Taylor + MG4
Jon’s combination of rooting tenor sax, funky flute and laid back
vocals always hits the spot. And it’s Valentine’s Day.
21 February
John Settle + MG4
8pm Black White Square Form
John is the first vibraphonist to become a regular guest soloist at the
club and we’re delighted to have him back for some more swinging
bossa and bebop.
February 28
JDM
A trio of top notch Northern musicians, Jamie Taylor, one of the UK’s
most respected jazz guitarists, Martin Longhawn, one of the most in demand
keyboard players on organ, and Dave Walsh, a leading drummer and educator.
March 06
Gaz Hughes Trio
Riding high on the success of their 2023 UK tour, the trio showcases eight
original compositions in their latest album ‘Nuclear Bebopalypse’.
They pay homage to jazz legends, blending heritage with a modern twist
that strikes the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. In
a short space of time, Gaz Hughes has established himself as one of the
premier jazz drummers in the UK, with Andrzej Baranek (keyboard) and Ed
Harrison (bass). Tickets £10
March 13
Joel Purnell + MG3
8pm Cheese
Our regular guest is a saxophonist widely regarded as one of the UK’s
leading contemporary jazz musicians and educators.
March 20
Benn Clatworthy Quartet
British-born Los Angeles based saxophonist/flautist Benn Clatworthy last
played the club in 2018. A world-class player who first had lessons with
Ronnie Scott, Benn has played with an impressive range of performers from
Billy Higgins and Cab Calloway to the Temptations and the Coasters. His
tough personal tone has a wide emotional range that extends from ballad
tenderness to gladiatorial torrents. Backing Benn are Alex Hutton (piano),
Simon Thorpe (bass) and Darren Becket (drums). Tickets £10
March 27
Jam Night with MG4
If you’re a regular club goer who also plays or sings, this is your
turn to perform a tune or two with the house band. If you play you don’t
have to pay – register on arrival if you want to perform.
April 03
Carioca Soul
The sounds of Brasil ’66 mixed with Latin, funk and soul makes a
joyful combination that his wowed audiences since the band’s formation
in 2019. Led by pianist/musical director/composer Wayne Pollock, the band
is fronted by two of Yorkshire’s best known jazz vocalists, Kate
Peters and Jenny Smith, with John Marley (bass), John Settle (drums) and
Rowan Oliver (percussion). Tickets £10
April 10
AC3 + Jemima Whyte
Known for their tight grooves and melodic riffs, AC3 are joined by saxophonist
Jemima Whyte who made an impressive debut at the club last year. Adam
Carpenter (piano), Rowan Oliver (bass) and Tom Townsend (drums).
April 17
Digby Fairweather + MG3
That’s right, UK jazz legend and multi award-winning cornettist
Digby Fairweather is coming to the club. He’s played with Alex Welsh,
Lennie Hastings, Nat Gonella, George Melly and Paul Jones to name a few.
He continues to lead his beloved Half Dozen and ‘Premier Quartet’,
sells out Ronnie Scott’s with every appearance and plays solo concerts
for clubs and jazz festivals countrywide. After fifty years in professional
jazz he remains – in the words of ‘The Stage’ –
‘just about the best ambassador the music could have’. Tickets
£10
April 24
Al Wood
In a career even longer than Digby’s, baritone/alto sax player Al
Wood has played with many top big bands and twice won the BBC Big Band
Competition for best soloist. With Martin Longhawn (keyboard), Bob Walker
(bass) and Tom Townsend (drums).