“unequivocally, one of the gigs of the year…Heartfelt, intimate and engaging, this was one of those memorable nights where the music-making was completely transporting. Every lover of song will want to add Mancio and Broadbent’s tour de force to their collection” Jazzwise
The friendliest jazz jam in town! Come and join in or just enjoy the fun. All styles and levels welcome – vocals and instrumentals – it’s all about the vibe. The jazz leeds trio will be there to support all performers. Phil Green will be your MC
Payf collection – all money goes to the band.
Since graduating from Leeds Conservatoire in 2006 vocalist Jenny Smith's career has included recording her début album 'Love Holds Strong'; radio appearances on BBC Radio 3 and BBC Radio Leeds, York and Lincolnshire. Jenny's versatility has enabled her to be part of a rich variety of ensembles over the years. Current projects include 1940's vocal group 'The Honeybirds', the 'Lady Luck' jazz quintet, "The 007's and the "Carioca Soul". The is a choir leader at Leeds Conservatoire.
She appears at Rush Hour Jazz with the Jazzleeds house band led by Andy Cholerton on keys
Three more groups chosen from the final year of the Jazz Course at the Leeds Conservatoire 2025 play their final recital pieces in front of our live JazzLeeds audience.
Each band plays one set, with an interval between bands. We love to support the young students from Leeds Conservatoire each year. Come and see these stars of the future.
Three bands from the final year of the Jazz Course at the Leeds Conservatoire 2025 have a chance to play their final recital pieces in front of our live JazzLeeds audience in the first of two special concerts.
Each band plays one set, with an interval between bands. We love to support the young students from Leeds Conservatoire each year. Come and see these stars of the future!
Sax player Richard Scott and guitarist Martin Briggs have graced the local Leeds jazz and improvised music scene for many years playing in other people’s bands – including Leeds street band Bassa Bassa and the Instant World Orchestra. Here they play some of their own music – a mixture of jazz tunes, improvised classical music and popular songs, at our Rush Hour Jazz
Come over for a drink and enjoy the music in Seven Arts bar
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Swing Into Sunday with The Northern Swing Orchestra! Featuring the Sensational 16-Piece Big Band and Lucy Dolling, joining us for the first time!
Lucy is currently studying at Leeds Conservatoire, alongside being a violinist and bassist, she sings multiple genres of music, such as jazz, pop, soul, R&B and musical theatre. Lucy's influences include singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin and Raye.
Come and unwind with us with a lovely afternoon of Big Band music.
Tickets: Only £7!
Beloved comic actor Dudley Moore (1935-2002) was also a dazzling jazz pianist and a composer of wit and depth. The Chris Ingham Trio revisits Dudley’s evocative and appealing 1960s jazz in rich, rewarding presentation packed with striking music and fascinating anecdotes.
This acclaimed show been warmly received at Ronnie Scott’s and in concerts and festivals throughout the UK while the group’s CD Dudley received rave reviews fulsomely approving the overdue celebration of a remarkable British musician.
"A vibrant and moving homage" DOWNBEAT
Topaz are a contemporary jazz group led by Chapel Allerton sax player and singer Cathy Ibberson with Lucy Smickersgill on trombone, Chris Young/ Alison Innes saxes, Phil Green trumpet, Sam Clough guitar, Steve Crocker bass, Graham Hefferman drums.
Advance tickets £7/£6 concessions
OTD on the night from 5pm £10/£9 concessions
Doors 7.00pm Music from 7.15pm
One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues. Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair, this dynamic trio deliver a mesmerising show inspired by Django Reinhardt, Peter Green, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix and Joe Pass.