For nearly two decades, Eric Chenaux has been gently twisting songs into new shapes. Pairing what has been described by the Guardian as “one of the all-time great singing voices in popular music” with sparse, metronomic rhythms, the Canadian artist is capable of conjuring up songs that feel as familiar and well-trodden as standards. It’s through his spontaneous guitar playing and lightly abrasive pedal improvisation that they change, stretched into something stranger.

Swing into Sunday with The Northern Swing Orchestra 16 piece Big Band

We are very excited to have the wondeful Issey Chivers retun to sing with us for a third time!

Issey is a Leeds-based vocalist who has been performing in a professional capacity for seven years. She studied jazz vocals at Leeds Conservatoire and since graduating last year, has been working in a range of jazz groups, as well as leading her own project: ‘Issey Chivers Quartet’.

Harvey Parkin-Christie / Nika Ticciati / Teruki Chan / Alex Izaak Milling / Sol Christopher / Harry Souter.

A group of young musicians who have been at the centre of developing improvised and experimental music around Leeds over the last four years, bouncing off the incredible free music that already exists in the city, and to build connections with electronic and alternative musicians.

Joined by two huge influences on all of us, James Mainwaring and Emil Karlsen.

Alex Izaak Milling - Quad Amp Solo Guitar

Nika Ticciati - Solo Synthesizer and Vocals

With the renewed interest in the film Nosferatu, following a recently released remake, we're putting on another special intimate screening of the original 1922 film at The Northern Market on Saturday 25th January.

This screening will be accompanied by an original improvised live score by Anna Ross (synths), Spike Woodley (theramin) & Iris Casling (double bass).

*this is the second screening of the film at The Northern Market, which we're putting on due to high demand and a sold out first screening.

Super project…Top class – Gilles Peterson

Eclectic, eccentric and unobtrusively erudite – Guardian

A sound of genuine freshness and subtlety **** – Jazzwise

The W is a newly established London-based contemporary jazz quartet of outstanding musicality creating chamber jazz that is as exciting and inventive, as it is elegant and sophisticated.

Performing brand new music from his upcoming album, Jamil Sheriff brings together this exquisite group of musicians featuring long time collaborators Dave Walsh (drums), Nadim Tiemoori (saxophone) and Sam Quintana (double bass).

Join us in the Seven Arts Bar for some music and laughter! Come and sing/play your instrument, or just watch the fun The trio will be the Jazzleeds House Band led by Chapel Allerton’s pianist wizard Andy Cholerton. Phil Green will be your MC. We invite you to come and join in – or just have a drink at the bar and watch the fun!

Payf collection – 2pm-4pm in the Seven Arts Bar

The Attic Presents: Swing Night with Frankly Jazz

This dynamic 8-piece ensemble, featuring a sizzling horn section and a smooth male vocalist, delivers a captivating blend of swing, jive, Rat Pack classics, and a touch of contemporary flair. Their performances are a celebration of the golden age of jazz, infused with a fresh energy that keeps audiences engaged and entertained. From the smooth crooning of Sinatra standards to the infectious rhythms of swing dance music, Frankly Jazz delivers a musical experience that's both nostalgic and exhilarating.

Offshoots returns in 2025, supported by the New Northern fund by Jazz North and Early Career Promoter Fund by the PRS foundation, featuring Flo/ra and Tom Harris.

Tom Harris is a northern pianist, composer, and educator. They try their best to make interesting work with kind people, and want to share it with as many folks as possible!