September - December 2025
Doors open at 7.45. Music starts at 8.15.
Minimum donation £5 on the door. Students and under 18s half-price.
(Unless stated otherwise)
September 03
Murray Robinson + MG3
A saxophonist who graduated from the Club’s New Jazz Generation
programme to be our guest soloist. Backed by the MG3: Mark Gordon (keyboard),
Bob Walker (bass) and Rowan Oliver (drums).
September 10
John Etheridge/Trio North
Returning for his annual visit to the Club, John is one of the UK’s
finest guitarists in any genre. Equally at home playing with John Williams,
Stephane Grappelli or Soft Machine, his awesome technique is unparalleled.
With Ben Crosland ( bass) and Dave Tyas (drums). £10. (Advance tickets
available).
September 17
Jim Corry + MG3
An alto sax player who successfully straddles the worlds of jazz, soul
and pop and teaches jazz at Leeds Conservatoire. ‘Soulful saxophone,
hot stuff’ (The Guardian).
September 24
Alan Barnes and Mike Hall + MG3
It’s Jazz Festival time and to get us in the mood the Club is pairing
two virtuoso saxophonists, the irrepressible Alan Barnes (who doubles
as Festival compere) and leading educator, band leader, composer, arranger
and sideman, Mike Hall. £10. (Advance tickets available).
September 25
Stuart Garside and Alan Barnes + MG4
To continue the Club’s pre-Festival offerings, tonight’s session
has a bluesy, soulful, Latin feel as Alan is joined by trombonist/vocalist
Stuart Garside and the 4-piece house band. It’s a session that rocks.
£10. (Advance tickets available).
October 01
New Jazz Generation Showcase. Details tbc.
October 08
Lewis Watson Quartet
Led by fiery and dynamic saxophonist Lewis Watson from Hartlepool, this
band combines a respect for tradition with a penchant for playing loose.
They’ll be performing their own compositions, as well as pieces
by jazz legends such as John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, and George Adams.
The all-star line-up includes Mark Williams (guitar), Andy Champion (double
bass) and John Bradford (drums). £10. (Advance tickets available).
October 15
Threeway
For more than twenty years three of the UKs top players, Steve Waterman
on trumpet/flugelhorn, Steve Lodder on piano, Rhodes and Hammond organ
and Ben Crosland on electric bass, have been playing their own brand of
melodic jazz. ‘interplay…near to perfection.’ (Jazzwise)
October 22
Ben Couper + MG3
Ben is a Bridlington based violinist who originally trained at Leeds College
of Music and has developed his skills over many years using electric violins
and effect pedals. His love of improvisation started in folk, blues,
country and jazz, and influences include Miles Davis, Duke Ellington,
Stephane Grappelli and Astor Piazzolla.
October 29
Mark Cherrie Quartet
This is a jazz quartet unlike any other, led by Mark Cherrie, a steel
pannist. With over 30 years of playing experience, as well as a separate
career writing music for TV & film spanning some 20 years, Mark
brings something unique to the jazz world. The sound is quite unique -
somewhere between a Fender Rhodes and a vibraphone without being close
to either. With John Donaldson (piano), Mick Hutton (double bass) and
Eric Ford (drums). £10 (Advance Tickets available).
November 05
Stuart MacDonald + MG3
One of the Club’s most regular guest saxophonists for good reason,
a consummate player from tender ballad to foot stomping shouts.
November 12
Bridget Metcalfe + MG3
As a singer, Bridget made a significant mark on the music world with her
‘In Your Eyes’ jazz album, released with 6 consecutive nights
at Ronnie Scott’s. This showcased the incredible versatility of
her voice, and her dedication to live performance, a skill honed through
years of experience. Her performances blend familiar tunes with hidden
gems from composers like Michel Legrand and Neal Hefti.
November 19
Zoe Gilby Trio
Returning to the Club after two years, vocalist Zoe Gilby delivers a powerful
collection of songs with a strong narrative. Supported by her husband
double bassist Andy Champion and guitarist Mark Williams, her stockpile
of music includes an adventurous blend of contemporary composers
from Kate Bush to Pink Floyd, mixed with songs from her “Aurora”
album inspired by the compositions of legendary trumpet and flugelhorn
hero, Tom Harrell, augmented with lyrics written by Zoë. The inclusion
of sensitive treatment of jazz standards completes this particular ‘story-book’.
Parliamentary Awards Jazz Vocalist of the Year 2019. £10. (Advance
tickets available).
November 26
Jack Pearce + MG3
A saxophonist drawing heavily on the influence of hard and post-bop players,
infused with a strong sense of the rock music he grew up on, Jack creates
a unique style that escapes the confines of conventional jazz.
December 03
Svark/McCarthy Jazz Duo.
Nik Svarc and Pat McCarthy are a jazz guitar duo known for their captivating
performances. Expect an evening of swinging standards and mesmerising
interpretations of popular jazz and blues tunes.
December 10
Rod Mason + MG3
A regular pleasure to have this larger than life saxophonist return to
generate some heat on a December night.
December 17
Xmas Party with Stony Jazz
It’s Christmas and it’s Party time, with Rich Adams (vocals
and guitar), Dave Kemp (saxophone), Mark Gordon (keys), Bob Walker (bass),
Rowan Oliver (drums) and Adrian Riley (congas). There’ll be swing
and jazzy pop classics with a festive tune or two. £10. (Advance
tickets available).
