December 17 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm GMT
Andy Panayi’s Big Band. They’re back! This year featuring the late Duncan Lamont’s Sherlock Holmes Suite (only the second complete performance). Featuring Alan Barnes & Duncan Lamont Jnr (saxes/woodwinds/narration) and Christian Garrick (violin). Pre-booking essential. There might be another special guest too!
August 27 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm BST
Chris Coull’s ‘Blues and the Abstract Truth’.
Oliver Nelson’s writing and improvising flair were brought together in this classic album from 1961, ‘a must have’ record for any collector. He also made a follow-up album which featured some of his pieces but also compositions from other composers. All arranged by Oliver Nelson. The Line-up follows the instrumentation on the original recordings. Chris Coull (trumpet), Andy Panayi (alto sax), Sam Miles (tenor sax), Alan Barnes (baritone sax), John Donaldson (keys), Paul Whitten (bass) and Joe Edwards (drums).
March 26 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm GMT
Alan Barnes and David Newton
Two of the UK’s best known and most loved jazz musicians. They first met at Leeds College of Music in the 70’s, and since then have played together in a variety of bands. Over the years they have both worked with just about everyone at the top of the UK jazz scene, and in every club and festival across the country and overseas. Oh, and they’re both multi-award winners too…
Doors at 7.15pm – Under 25’s half price (email Annette Keen to secure a ticket if under 25)
May 25, 2022 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm BST
The Alan Barnes Sextet – ‘Cannonball & Coltrane’ – featuring Alan Barnes on alto sax, Andy Panayi on tenor sax, Robbie Robson on trumpet, Mark Edwards on keys, Simon Thorpe on bass and Pete Cater on drums.