The Peter Whittingham Jazz Award has re-opened for 2019, offering emerging jazz musicians funding for recording, touring, performing, promotion and much more. The winner is awarded with £ of their choice, with a further £5000 available for up to three ‘runner-up’ candidates’ projects. Apply now before it closes on […]
The call for proposals for WOMEX 19, the 25th edition of WOMEX, is now open! It will be held in Tampere, Finland, “the big Finnish city, with a small town feel” from the 23 – 27 October 2019. If you would like to perform as a showcase artist or DJ/producer, present your film or share your knowledge as a […]
Help Musicians UK are now accepting applications for their Postgraduate Awards! Students entering their first or second year of postgraduate study at a conservatoire or arts institute in the UK in September 2019 may be eligible for grants of up to £5,000. Where previously the Postgraduate Awards were run on a nomination basis of Heads of […]
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april
(Friday) 22:00 - 23:30
The Windsor Hotel
38/, Kirkcaldy,
Fans of Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz are in for a treat with 2 bands playing for listening or dancing Locarno Swing will open the night evoking the spirit of the
Fans of Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz are in for a treat with 2 bands playing for listening or dancing
Locarno Swing will open the night evoking the spirit of the 1930s with guitar duo and bass playing a wide range of swing and popular music of the time. Their driving rhythms and Brylcreem polished lead lines are strongly influenced by the music of Belgian Gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt, however, their interpretation of standards such as Blue Skies and I Got Rhythm point toward a modern and vibrant approach which still retains all the excitement and pizazz of the inter-war period.
Tim Saul Quartet will then take over and will be joined by Angela Duncan on vocals playing a fine mix of jazz and swing standards.
Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer
(Saturday) 20:00
FRISBY ON THE WREAKE VILLAGE HALL
, Frisby on the Wreake, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
tickets £10 (accompanied under 16s FREE) available from: Jo Burrows 07983 101 168 licenced bar in venue
tickets £10
(accompanied under 16s FREE)
available from:
Jo Burrows 07983 101 168
licenced bar in venue
may
Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer
(Saturday) 20:00
PETT VILLAGE HALL
Pett Road, Pett, Hastings, East Sussex
tickets £10 (accompanied under 16s FREE) available from: or tel: B.Y.O.B.
tickets £10
(accompanied under 16s FREE)
available from:
or tel:
B.Y.O.B.
(Saturday) 14:00 - 16:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
This all female band, from Central Scotland, has been assembled as a response to Ali Afflecks pioneering and critically acclaimed Preaching Divas project; which focuses on the ground-breaking (and mostly
This all female band, from Central Scotland, has been assembled as a response to Ali Afflecks pioneering and critically acclaimed Preaching Divas project; which focuses on the ground-breaking (and mostly forgotten) women of jazz and blues. Since The Red Hot Rhythm Makers went public in summer reviews from very happy audiences.
The line up consists of Ali Affleck on washboard and vocals, Ali Tod on guitar and vocals, Danielle Price on tuba and vocals, Kassandra ESilva on reeds and vocals, Sarah Findlay on trumpet and vocals and Alex Stewart on trombone and vocals.
The band provide fun, accessible New Orleans and Mississippi jazz and blues. Their repertoire consists of old American prohibition era folk, hot roots jazz, pre-electric blues, hokum and rather large nods to their Scottish heritage. They also perform some more modern numbers (circa 1940s) and have many original songs being developed as we speak.
Swing dancers will love the mixed tempos and brass heavy line up. They are uniquely placed to provide music for swing dance events as they have a swing dancer in their lineup (and rumour has it that some of the other girls are going to be taking lessons!).
There is a united focus in the band to draw light on the many trailblazing female musicians during the birth of jazz and blues; many of whom have been forgotten by history, and there are many projects in the pipelines to bring them and their music back to life. “Six Gals Named Smith” is one such project which seeks to raise the profile of the queens of early roots, blues and jazz; and female musicians in general. Bessie Smith is the only recognisable name left among the group we are focusing on, also including Laura, Ruby, Clara, Mamie and Trixie Smith.
The Red Hot Rhythm Makers presentation of Street Jazz speaks to all ages, all walks of life and can be enjoyed by both jazz and non-jazz fans alike. This is exactly the way this cheeky music was born and this is the message they wish to share to one and all. The music doesnt take itself too seriously and neither do the girls. Inspiration has been drawn from many great groups from New Orleans including our friends in The Shake Em Up Jazz Band and the excellent Tuba Skinny.
Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer
(Saturday) 14:00
STILLINGTON VILLAGE HALL
The Green, Stillington, York
AFTERNOON CONCERT tickets £10 (accompanied under 16s FREE) available from: The Village Stores or tel: 01347 811 544
AFTERNOON CONCERT
tickets £10
(accompanied under 16s FREE)
available from:
The Village Stores or
tel: 01347 811 544
(Saturday) 18:00 - 22:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
SADLY THIS CONCERT IS NOW CANCELLED. PLEASE ENJOY CAFEZZ ONLINE http://www.cafezzmusic.com/ Carmen Noemi & Egui Sierra are part of a Puerto Rican based Latin Jazz & Word Fusion band called Cafezz The
SADLY THIS CONCERT IS NOW CANCELLED. PLEASE ENJOY CAFEZZ ONLINE
http://www.cafezzmusic.com/
Carmen Noemi & Egui Sierra are part of a Puerto Rican based Latin Jazz & Word Fusion band called Cafezz
The band’s style is very eclectic, embracing a wide array of Caribbean, Brazilian, Latin, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Folk and Classical influences.“Cafêzz” is, in fact, the combination of the words café (coffee in Spanish) and jazz, and it captures their notion that a customary coffee moment could also be an occasion to share music with friends
Their original music presents an ample melodic content combined with tasty rhythms, giving the listener rich aural textures to enjoy with ease.
For this gig they will team up with Scottish musicians
Ewan Mains, Kevin Dorrian and Ricky Linn
for Cafezz with a hint of Scottish flavour
june
(Thursday) 18:30 - 19:30
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
John Donegan is a modern jazz pianist who writes and plays a selection of standards and originals in the Bebop style Johns major influences include the likes of Bill Evan, Lennie
John Donegan is a modern jazz pianist who writes and plays a selection of standards and originals in the Bebop style
Johns major influences include the likes of Bill Evan, Lennie Tristano, Wynton Kelly, Hampton Hawes, Bud Powell and Chic Corea, Keith Jarrett and Kenny Barron.
He has regularly played with musicians such as Bruce Adams, Leon Clayton, Ken Foley Ray Gelato, Dave Priseman, Alex Garnet, Pete Waterman, Clark Tracey, Arnie Somogyi, Steve Riddle, Christine Tobin, Bernard ONeill
For this gig he will be joined by Seth Bennett on bass and Johnny Hunter on drums
(Thursday) 20:00 - 22:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
Emma Holcroft has spent almost all of her adult life singing and performing professionally. Inspired by a love of old musicals, jazz standards and the Great American Songbook she performs regularly
Emma Holcroft has spent almost all of her adult life singing and performing professionally.
Inspired by a love of old musicals, jazz standards and the Great American Songbook she performs regularly alongside the mighty Swingtime Big Band and her own Jazz Quintet, both of these bands featuring the very finest UK musicians.
This is very much a labour of love for Emma to be able to perform these incredible songs.
She has been fortunate enough to perform on stage with some of the UK’s finest jazz artists including Clare Teal, Liane Carroll, Andy Prior and Matt Ford.
For this festival gig Emma is joined by
Eileen Guppy, piano
Seth Bennett, bass
Johnny Hunter, drums
Cliff Ray, flugel
John Padfield, sax
(Friday) 18:30 - 19:30
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
Wendy Kirkland is a British jazz pianist, Hammond player and singer. Her musical career began at age 10, when she started taking piano lessons. She won a scholarship to have all her
Wendy Kirkland is a British jazz pianist, Hammond player and singer.
Her musical career began at age 10, when she started taking piano lessons.
She won a scholarship to have all her lessons paid for by Derbyshire Music, and continued to take her ABRSM piano grades.
Switching to jazz in her late teens, Wendy continued her playing career as a dance class pianist, accompanist to singers and as a keyboardist in club bands.
After being persuaded to sing by a great friend and guitarist, Bill McCreath, Wendy learned to reach people who are perhaps turned off by instrumental jazz, as she learnt to communicate with the audience through the songs.
Wendys voice has been likened to Blossom Dearie with hints of Diana Krall.
Her influences range from Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald through Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, Wynton Kelly to Chick Corea, Eliane Elias and Michel Petrucciani.
Wendy is married to jazz guitarist and bass player Pat Sprakes who will be joining her for this gig along with Scottish musicians Jay Kilbride on bass and Kevin Dorrian on drums
(Friday) 20:00 - 22:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
Ben Crosland brings The Ray Davies Songbook, a great project that has proved very popular with Ray Davies fans and jazz followers in equal measure. Ray Davies songs are rooted in
Ben Crosland brings The Ray Davies Songbook, a great project that has proved very popular with Ray Davies fans and jazz followers in equal measure.
Ray Davies songs are rooted in the blues, music hall, popular song, variety and musical theatre the perfect vehicles for jazz interpretation and rearrangement by bass player, Ben
commissioned by Marsden Jazz Festival in 2015 and since recorded on 2 volumes The Ray Davies Songbook Volume 1 and 2
Originally a guitarist and sometime drummer, Ben Crosland took up the bass in the late 70s when no one in the function band he was forming wanted to play it! He began to play jazz bass seriously when inspired by beginning a 10 year association with the Wavendon Summer Jazz Course in 1982 , firstly as a student soaking up the wisdom of the late, great Jeff Clyne and later assisting Jeff with the bass guitar students as an assistant tutor. In 1987, he became a member of the Huddersfield Jazz house band, working with Don Rendell, Ian Carr, Dick Morrissey, Bobby Wellins, Louis Stewart, Ronnie Ross and Bill Le Sage amongst many others.
For this very special gig Ben is delighted to team up with some fine Scottish musicians for the first time
Malcolm MacFarlane, guitar
Alan Benzie, piano
Gordon McNeil, sax
Tom Gordon, drums
(Saturday) 12:00 - 13:00
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Michele Osten was born in Seattle,USA but now resides in England. She was raised listening to all of the great crooners of the 50s and 60s as well as Jazz, Soul,
Michele Osten was born in Seattle,USA but now resides in England.
She was raised listening to all of the great crooners of the 50s and 60s as well as Jazz, Soul, Blues and R&B.
Michele began singing as a child but let her music slip to the back-burner at 18 when life took her in other directions.
About 15 years ago she discovered a vocal performance course and reignited her love for music.
During this time she returned to her Jazz roots and this remains her favored genre and where her passion lies.
Michele is making a welcome return to Scotland for her festival gig, having been here twice before performing at Kingswood Hotel, Society and The Jazz Bar.
She is looking forward to performing a selection of jazz, blues and original tunes written by talented song writer from Los Angeles, Denise Dimin accompanied by Scottish musicians Jerry Forde, Rick Bamford and Dan Brown
Michele has also recently performed at venues such as The Bulls Head, Barnes , Pizza Express The Phesantry ( Chelsea), The Groucho Club in London, The Half Moon – Putney, The Ram Jam – Kingston,
(Saturday) 13:30 - 14:30
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Evelyn Laurie presents a programme of Scottish traditional tunes as youve never heard them before accompanied by Dan Brown, Mark Hendry and Greg Irons. Evelyn hails from Paisley in the West
Evelyn Laurie presents a programme of Scottish traditional tunes as youve never heard them before accompanied by Dan Brown, Mark Hendry and Greg Irons.
Evelyn hails from Paisley in the West of Scotland and is based back there again, having returned to her roots after living away for many years.
The first time she walked on a stage she was 4 years old – at a talent show in Arbroath.
She was bold enough to grab the mic from the MC’s hand so that she could sing her song – When Irish Eyes are Smiling
Sadly she didn’t win but she’s been singing ever since!
Her repertoire has changed a bit since then though and her musical tastes are eclectic: from Led Zeppelin to Ella Fitzgerald, John Martyn to Frank Sinatra and Joni Mitchell to Nick Cave plus opera, classical and even a bit of country!
Evelyn released her debut album A little bit of me in 2018 and it has been very well received and had great reviews
Evelyn makes a welcome return to The Langtoun, having done a fundraiser there in 2019
(Saturday) 15:00 - 16:00
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Mike Rogers and his all star trio take well known songs, not usually associated with jazz treatments and give them their own interpretation. Expect to hear something by The Beatles, Sting,
Mike Rogers and his all star trio take well known songs, not usually associated with jazz treatments and give them their own interpretation.
Expect to hear something by The Beatles, Sting, Tom Waits, Willie Nelson, Chris Christopherson and many more.
Clever arrangements have been done by David Patrick, who also plays piano in the trio.
The other members of the trio are Andy Sharkey on bass and Tom Gordon on drums
Mike was for many years a stalwart of the jazz scene in Edinburgh, hosting singers nights and helping to run Lockerbie Jazz Festival.
He has now relocated to Southport and picking up a few gigs in the area but is looking forward to returning to Scotland for this gig
(Saturday) 16:30 - 17:30
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Marianne McGregor is a mulit-award winning, internationally acclaimed jazz singer and songwriter. After winning the prestigious 'Rising Star' award at the Scottish Jazz Awards 2019 and the 'Danny Kyle'
Marianne McGregor is a mulit-award winning, internationally acclaimed jazz singer and songwriter. After winning the prestigious ‘Rising Star’ award at the Scottish Jazz Awards 2019 and the ‘Danny Kyle’ Award at Celtic Connections in 2017 the singer is gaining high praise in the Scottish Jazz Scene for her distinct voice and songwriting ability.
After the success of her debut single ‘Breathing in the Smoke’ released in July 2019, Marianne is getting ready for the release of her debut album of self-penned songs in Spring 2020. Her debut single can be heard on all major digital platforms.
Although Canadian by birth, the singer was raised in the north of Scotland and taught music by her family. Obsessed by her great jazz influencers Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and Amy Winehouse, Marianne fell in love with vocal improvisation, and communicating pain and love through her authentic jazz tone and delivery and exceptional songwriting.
Marianne has performed for audiences allover the UK, Amsterdam, New York and will be performing in Havana, Cuba in December 2019. During her career Marianne has been delighted to have been recognised by The Amy Winehouse Foundation, Post-modern Jukebox, Paolo Nutini, STV Glasgow and Glasgow Live among others.
Be prepared to be blown away by Marianne’s stunning voice
(Saturday) 18:00 - 19:00
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Sue McHugh and her fine band of Scottish musicians bring The Peggy Lee songbook to the festival. Featuring Sue on vocals, Jim Clelland on piano, Jimmy Taylor on bass and Ken
Sue McHugh and her fine band of Scottish musicians bring The Peggy Lee songbook to the festival.
Featuring Sue on vocals, Jim Clelland on piano, Jimmy Taylor on bass and Ken Mathieson on drums it will be a programme of songs written and recorded by Peggy Lee, a fitting tribute in Peggys centennial year
The main focus is on the music a mixture of sexy latin songs, great swing numbers and heart wrenching ballads to illustrate the life of a remarkable performer and woman.
Peggy Lee (real name Norma Deloris Egstrom) was born in May 1920 and was an American jazz and popular music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress, over a career spanning six decades.
From her beginning as a vocalist on local radio to singing with Benny Goodman’s big band, Peggy created a sophisticated persona, writing music for films, acting, and recording conceptual record albums combining poetry and music.
(Saturday) 19:30 - 20:30
Kings Live Lounge
9 Esplanade, Kirkcaldy,
Aberdeen based singer,Morag McCall is well established in the North East of Scotland and a well-known face on the Edinburgh jazz scene, She brings to the festival some of the
Aberdeen based singer,Morag McCall is well established in the North East of Scotland and a well-known face on the Edinburgh jazz scene, She brings to the festival some of the finest jazz musicians North of the Forth for a programme of tunes from the Divas of the 60’s given a jazz treatment.
Expect to hear songs made famous by Cilla, Dusty, Petula and more as you may not have heard them before
The band are Alan King (keys), Colin Black (guitar), Ray Leonard (bass)and Richard Glassby on drums, most of whom also played with Morag on her recording Maybe it’s Late and have presented the programme several times at Garioch Jazz Club, The Jazz Bar, The Blue Lamp and Edinburgh Fringe Festival and look forward to playing it for Langtoun audiences for the first time
(Saturday) 21:00 - 23:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
erry Fordes New Phoenix Jazz band formed in late 2011 from a wide range of musicians active in the serious and diverse jazz musical traditions. The band focuses on the period
erry Fordes New Phoenix Jazz band formed in late 2011 from a wide range of musicians active in the serious and diverse jazz musical traditions.
The band focuses on the period from the late 1800s to appropriate music up to the present day, concentrating on the first half of the 20th century.
The band, through arrangements, transcriptions and compositions (produced by band members) specifically aims to continue the rich tradition of the vibrant, emotive and refined music of the period
Band members
Jerry Forde: Band Laeder/Double bass
Dick Lee: clarinet, saxes, recorder
Martin Foster: clarinet,saxes, flute
Lorne Cowieson: trumpet
Phil Adams: guitar and banjo
Jack Wilson: drums
Christine Adams: vocals
(Sunday) 12:00 - 14:30
Merchant's House Garden
339-, Kirkcaldy, Fife
Langtoun Jazz are delighted to be hosting a Jazz Picnic to benefit Kirkcaldy Foodbank at this year's festival. The opening one hour set will be from Let the Bird Out duo a
Langtoun Jazz are delighted to be hosting a Jazz Picnic to benefit Kirkcaldy Foodbank at this year’s festival.
The opening one hour set will be from Let the Bird Out duo
a vocals and electric guitar duo working in the jazz idiom, but also covering swing, blues, folk, pop, Latin, rock, and contemporary styles. The duo are Bev Wright (vocals) and Brian McGrail (guitar). They are based in Edinburgh, Scotland, and have vast experience of live performance at various kinds of events, including birthday and retirement parties, weddings, celebration and annual dinners, art exhibition viewings / corporate events, charity fundraisers, as well as playing in numerous music venues.
The Andy Lawrenson Trio will then present an hour set from their Golden Age of the Silver Screen programme.
The Golden Age of the Silver Screen” is an eclectic mix of popular sound tracks arranged and adapted from the Great Hollywood Musicals
Songs and music from the Classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Musical, through to later themes that have anchored themselves in our collective imagination, and have become some of the most mythical and iconic pieces of film music from the 20th century
Andy Lawrenson, Simon O’Byrne and Paul Grainger have taken a selection of these inspirational pieces of music, and arranged them here for Violin, Flamenco Guitar, Double Bass and Vocals.
(Sunday) 14:00 - 16:30
The Windsor Hotel
38/, Kirkcaldy,
Come and dance your socks off to the fabulous High Society Jazz Band The band plays a wide variety of material from Trad Jazz favourites to Blues, Swing and Mainstream.and they
Come and dance your socks off to the fabulous High Society Jazz Band
The band plays a wide variety of material from Trad Jazz favourites to Blues, Swing and Mainstream.and they are the perfect way to have the afternoon go with a ‘Swing’
The band was formed in 1960 by guys who all worked in the BP in Grangemouth. so this year, 2020, is their 60th Anniversary.
Only one of the original members still plays with the band- Jim Lumsden, Banjo.
The other current members are:-
Steve Williamson – Trumpet
Clarinet / Alto sax – Ian Doughty
Trombone – John Muir
Clarinet / Tenor sax / Vocals – Alan Corbett
Guitar – Robin Robertson
Bass – Suzanne Croy
includes tea/coffee and sandwiches
Licensed Bar also available
All proceeds to Alzheimer Scotland
(Sunday) 15:00 - 18:00
Kirkcaldy Esplanade
A free event on Kirkcaldy Prom Capacity limited by current Government guidelines 3pm to 4pm Shane Brogan, accordionist Playing a selection of jazz standards, show tunes and french chansons 4pm to 5pm Clark Stewart Clark Stewart is
A free event on Kirkcaldy Prom
Capacity limited by current Government guidelines
3pm to 4pm
Shane Brogan, accordionist
Playing a selection of jazz standards, show tunes and french chansons
4pm to 5pm
Clark Stewart
Clark Stewart is a singer and entertainer with extensive experience performing in theatres, television, radio, and Cabaret.
His acclaimed tribute One Night In Las Vegas features songs from the Rat Pack and other Vegas legends Bobby Darin, Barry Manilow, Neil Diamond, Matt Monro, Elvis, Tony Christie and Michael Buble.
Clarke handles all the timeless classics with ease and includes Lady Is A Tramp, Come Fly With Me, Mr Bojangles, Mack The Knife, For Once In My Life, Summer wind, New York, That’s Life, Fly Me To The Moon, My Way, Under My Skin, Ain’t That A Kick In The Head.
While at home in Scotland, Clark has starred performed in many prestigious venues including Kings Theatre (Edinburgh), Pavilion Theatre (Glasgow), Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Usher Hall (Edinburgh), Dundee Rep, Adam Smith Theatre (Kirkcaldy), Carnegie Hall (Dunfermline), Alhambra Theatre (Dunfermline), Gleneagles Hotel, Balmoral Hotel, Carlton Highland Hotel, Roxburghe Hotel, Prestonfield House, George Hotel, Dundas Castle, King James Hotel, Glasgow Thistle Hotel, Glasgow Mariott, Oran Mor, Dunblane Hydro, Edinburgh Hilton, Radisson Blu, Alea Casino, Maybury Casino, Gala Casino, as well as numerous Corporate Events, Golf Clubs and Holiday Parks
5pm to 6pm
The Biernagels
The Biernagels is a five-piece acoustic band who play songs you’ll know and love and don’t send you home with a headache and bleeding ears. They feature voice, guitar, cajon, piano, bass and accordion
Kirkcaldy Foodbank volunteers will be collecting
Food Vendors on site
No tickets – just come along and join the fun
(Sunday) 19:00 - 21:00
Old Kirk
Kirk Wynd
Big Band Theory are an 18 piece Big Band consisting of 5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, bass, drums, guitar and keyboards and occasionally are joined by a vocalist They hale
Big Band Theory are an 18 piece Big Band consisting of 5 saxes, 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, bass, drums, guitar and keyboards and occasionally are joined by a vocalist
They hale from Falkirk and they went down a storm at Langtoun Jazz Mini Festival in 2019 so it’s a great pleasure to welcome them back to Kirkcaldy this year to finish our festival in style
Be prepared to hear tunes from all of your favourite Big Bands and Jazz Orchestras, Wonderful songs, great sound, and very talented musicians. Highly recommended!
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