David Preston was a finalist at the 2009 Montreux International Guitar competition and is composer and co-leader for the critically acclaimed UK modern-jazz trio ‘Preston Glasgow Lowe’ . He has been active as a sideman to a variety of cross-generational musicians such as Lianne La Havas, Empirical, Asaf Sirkis, Peter Ind, Emma Rawicz, Melody Gardot, Goldie & the Heritage Orchestra, and Ingrid Jensen.

THE NORTHERN SWING ORCHESTRA IS BACK for 2025! 

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of sensational Big Band music with our 16-piece big band and the return of the incredible guest vocalist Michaela Smith! 

Whether you're here to dance, sway, or simply soak up the vibes, don’t miss this swinging of live music. May the first Sunday in 2025 one to remember!

Plenty of room for dancing, toe-tapping, and pure enjoyment!

Tickets: Just £7!
Kids under 16? FREE!

Spread the word, grab your tickets, and join us for a fabulous afternoon.

The Jack Pearce Quintet showcases Jack’s original compositions that pay homage to jazz traditions while injecting a fresh, inventive spirit. A band of Leeds Conservatoire Alumni, the Jack Pearce Quintet focuses on a fusion of melodic and technical excellence.

JAKUB KLIMIUK QUINTET is a London-based ensemble that fuses influences from the Scandinavian improvised scene and contemporary New York jazz, creating a sound full of exciting tension. The resultant repertoire is a combination of scripted forms and improvised sections, constantly entwining melodic compositions and experimental sonic escapades.

SAM and MATT met when they came to Leeds College of Music to study on the Jazz Course in 2007. They became firm friends during this time, living together and sharing many memorable musical experiences. Since then they have both gone on to have successful performing careers of their own, touring internationally and releasing multiple albums.

HEART in particular is an important place for both of them, having been regulars at the venue since it’s opening, both together and with their individual projects.

Everyone had so much fun last year, we are back to do it again!

Live 16 piece Big Band and close harmony vocal trio, The Honeybirds.

We've got lots of great music for you from classic Big Band, Christmas and Party tunes. And lots of room for dancing!

And for those of you that have been before we've asked Kate to do 9 to 5! And if you haven't been before you are in for a treat!

The Honeybirds are an amazing vocal trio, who met through a mutual love of intricate close harmony, swing music, 1940s style and fashion. They might even do some solo party numbers!

 Swing Into Sunday with the sensational 16-piece Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band and the wonderful Kate Peters, a uniquely talented and versatile vocalist based in the north of England.

Catch local legends Bruce Renshaw, Robert Bromhead and of course Bob Birch on the hammond organ - live at one of the city centres cosiest jazz joints for a very special festive show.

Tickets are PAYF with a £5 suggested donation. There will be a tip jar should you wish to give more on the night. All the money goes towards our artists and keeping our live music program going at Sela.

Book tickets in advance to reserve a table or pay on the door.

We're open from 4pm for all the usual pizza, beers, cocktails and fun!! All cocktails are 2-4-£14 before 8pm.

The Neil Cowley Trio reunite to perform their first live show together in 7 years. They present music from their outstanding brand-new album, Entity, alongside some fan-favourite Cowley classics.

In 2006 the Neil Cowley Trio burst onto the scene with an exciting sound that fizzed with energy; their muscular anthems, galloping grooves and tender moments placed them at the forefront of a new movement in jazz, paving the way for 6 highly acclaimed albums over 10 years.