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Featuring Randy Crawford Kamasi Washington Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Beth Hart Donny McCaslin Kansas Smitty’s House Band & Clare Teal Nigel Kennedy Christian McBride Big Band Tower of Power Gilles Peterson Jazzmeia Horn Caro Emerald Corinne Bailey Rae Jordan Rakei Van Morrison Jay Rayner Courtney Pine feat. Omar Dinosaur Bill Frisell & Thomas Morgan and many more

Cheltenham Jazz Festival2–7 May 2018

Book now at cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazz

Alongside all the free music across Cheltenham and in the Festival Village in Montpellier Gardens, don’t miss the amazing line-up of headline acts, cutting-edge jazz and unique collaborations that can be found at Cheltenham Jazz Festival.

For six jazz-filled days from 2 May, up and coming local acts and national artists come together on our free stages across town for some musical inspiration between Festival gigs. Listen to pop-up street performances during the day, discover new jazz favourites in the evening or dance into the night!

We’ve worked with Cheltenham Business Improvement District (BID) to make sure that the town’s businesses, from shopping centres to bars, are part of the fun!

Welcome to Cheltenham Jazz Festival Venue Guide

Free Stage, Montpellier Gardens, GL50 1UW

Yamaha Discovery Space, Montpellier Gardens, GL50 1UW

Cambray Place Stage, GL50 1JX

Cheltenham Playhouse, GL53 7HG

The Brewery Quarter, GL50 4FA

Boston Tea Party, GL50 3JS

Bottle of Sauce, GL50 1HE

Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Parabola Arts Centre, GL50 3AA

Harry Cook Free House, GL50 1SD

Hotel du Vin, GL50 3AH

John Gordons, GL50 1SU

Malmaison, GL50 3AS

No. 131, GL50 1NW

Studio 340, 340 High St, GL50 3JF

The Strand, GL50 3NX

The Loft, The Tavern, GL50 3DN

Wild Beer, GL50 1JX

Montpellier Courtyard, GL50 1SR

Pop Up Performances Throughout the Festival, watch out for surprise pop-up performances featuring fantastic jazz artists from the ...around town line up in various locations across the town centre and on the Festival site. For full details visit cheltenhamfestivals.com/ around-town

SATURDAY 5 – SUNDAY 6 MAY

12–6pm

Cambray Place Stage

Come and support the talented acts taking our stage in Cambray Place on the weekend, and perhaps get a glimpse of some stars of the future.

SUNDAY 6 MAY 1–7pm

The Brewery Quarter

Join us at The Brewery Quarter for a day of great music combined with outdoor food and drink featuring an eclectic mix of acts from Cheltenham and beyond!

THURSDAY 5 – SATURDAY 7 MAY

Free StageThe Free Stage is at the heart of the Festival, and the best place to relax between events with free music throughout the weekend.

2–7 May 2018Box Office 01242 850270cheltenhamfestivals.com#cheltjazzfest

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Thrill Collins

Sunday 6 May 10.30pm–1amSupported by

Cut Throat Francis

PoCket Dragon Thursday 3 May

10.30pm–1amSupported by

Ben Cipolla

Courtney PineGilles Peterson

Nigel Kennedy Seun Kuti

Eric Gales

PP Arnold

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Sonic Vending MachinesBox Office / Festival Bar

Find our retro vending machines, from musical instrument maker Sam Underwood, in the Box Office and Festival Bar… Warning: Includes fun!

Children must be supervised with these items.

Yamaha Discovery Space: ‘Hands-On’ SessionsSaturday 3.45pmSunday 10am – 12.30pm & 6.45pm onwardsMonday 3.45pm onwards

Ever dreamt of playing a musical instrument? Maybe you already do! Whether you’re discovering or rediscovering, come and visit us in the Yamaha Discovery Space to inspire your inner musician.

Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 May, 12pm–8pm

ColonyMontpellier Woods

A free, aurally entrancing work of light and sound - be enveloped in a sea of sound and vibrations!

Saturday 5 May, 11.30am–10.30pm

Jazz at the MoviesCheltenham Playhouse £5 - £7 per film, purchase tickets on the door or at cheltplayhouse.org.uk

Sink into the seats of this stunning venue for a range of films with a jazz theme: Stormy Weather, Lift to the Scaffold, Let’s Get Lost and The Talented Mr Ripley.

Friday 4 May, 8.30–9.15pm

RecomposedCheltenham Ladies’ College, Parabola Arts Centre

Following Lucia Cadotsch & ENEMY’s Jazz Festival gig, hear their music reworked and artfully mixed into new pieces of music. Electronic musicians Iain Chambers and Dan Nicholls ‘recompose’ the live sets in a process described by The Guardian as ‘an exhilarating ride’.

#CheltJazzFest @cheltfestivals

10.30am–1pm

Jazz It Up: SchoolsFree Stage

Don’t miss this Free Stage highlight, featuring the best of Gloucestershire school and county jazz bands. cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazzitup

4–4.45pm

The Sea SlugsCambray Place Stage

Passionate and subversive, The Sea Slugs’ unique music is a contemporary take on afrobeat, sporting a wide array of musical influences and political and humanitarian motivations. theseaslugs.com

4–5pm

Emily Francis TrioFree Stage

A fresh take on the classic piano trio, mixing influences from late 60s/70s electronic jazz, progressive rock and pop, Scandinavia and the current New York scene, creating original music with an emphasis on melody and groove.emilyfrancistrio.com

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10.30pm til late

Late Night In The Loft The Loft, The Tavern

Check out the best up and coming acts alongside local musical heroes at Cheltenham’s newest, exclusive use venue The Loft. Settle in upstairs at The Tavern for a night of familiar and new sounds of jazz and beyond. See ad overleaf for details.

10.30pm til late

Late Night Jam SessionsHotel du Vin

The party carries on late into the night at our free jam sessions. Expect some surprise collaborations with our house band from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

9–10pm

Sunken Foal DJ Free Stage

A local female DJ duo bringing a mix of funk and soul tunes to create good vibes and eclectic beats, bound to get you dancing!

/thesoundofsunkenfoal

7.45–8.45pm

Sen3Free Stage

Sen3 are an exciting new genre-hopping guitar trio that have emerged from London’s melting pot. The band create a compelling wide-screen sound that’s rich in melody and emotive harmonies, contemporary beat-culture and heavy riffs. sen3.co.uk

6.30–7.30pm

We Are LeifFree Stage

Comprised of four established improvising musicians, We Are Leif deftly span jazz sensibilities with an exceptional groove and sound-world. weareleif.com

5.15–6.15pm

Jam ExperimentFree Stage

Jam Experiment take a refreshing approach that embraces pop, jazz-funk and R&B with as much passion and seriousness as more traditional influences. Fresh, energetic and honest.jamexperiment.com

5–5.45pm

TREE // HAUSCambray Place Stage

Exciting new local trio bringing a mix of neo soul, funk and jazz, citing influences including Snarky Puppy, Vulfpeck, Tom Misch and Jordan Rakei.

4.45–5.30pm

JACKSONThe Brewery Quarter

JACKSON takes you on a progressive musical journey, with complex time signatures and funk-filled solos, fronted by Jack Baldus. Influences include Herbie Hancock, Steely Dan, Thundercat and Radiohead.jackbaldus.com

4–4.45pm

ChameleonCambray Place Stage

Earthy blues and soul, combined with experimental jazz funk for a new hybrid Avant Rock - Chameleon are a cultured electric band pumping out good times.

/bandchameleon

4–5pm

Georgia CécileFree Stage

Scottish vocalist and songwriter Georgia Smith delivers smooth, rich and refined vocals with effortless style and has been described by BBC’s Jazz House as ‘modern and soulful’.georgiacecile.com

3.30–4.15pm

JazzJiveSwingThe Brewery Quarter

See fabulous charleston, jive, lindy hop and balboa and listen to beautiful swinging jazz music, all brought to you by dance company JazzJiveSwing. Join in or enjoy the spectacle with a drink in hand.Jazzjiveswing.com

3–3.45pm

Kat&CoCambray Place Stage

Coming from a long line of gospel hymns, blues hummers and soul singers, Kathleen sings from the depths of her soul. katandco.co.uk

2.45–3.45pm

ReedBassFree Stage

A mesmerising mix of instrumental and vocal numbers with a fusion of jazz, blues and gospel with a strong Jamaican flavour, from a band that reflects the musical heritage of Birmingham.

/reedbassmusic

6–6.45pm

Ben CipollaThe Brewery Quarter

Possessing a naturally languid and confident vocal style, Ben Cipolla’s intoxicating guitar playing captures a diverse spirit and singular energy in his performance. bencipolla.com

12pm, 4pm, 7.30pm & 10pm

Empirical Pop Up Jazz LoungeMontpellier Courtyard

See ad on the left for details.

10.30–1pm

Jazz It Up: SchoolsFree Stage

Don’t miss this Free Stage highlight, featuring the best of Gloucestershire school and county jazz bands. cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazzitup

9–10pm

Echo Juliet DJFree Stage

DJ Echo Juliet, aka Emily Jones, crafts monthly mixes for All About Jazz, the world’s most popular jazz website. Live, she combines jazz with funk, soul, R&B, afro and latin beats. mixcloud.com/emvjones

10.30pm til late

Late Night Jam SessionsHotel du Vin

See Friday listing for details.

7.30pm

TREE // HAUSJohn Gordons

See Sunday listing for details

6.30–7.30pm

Argle BargleFree Stage

An exciting upcoming jazz, funk, pop-rock fusion band based in Birmingham featuring vibrant brass and a spectrum of original songs. facebook.com/arglebargleuk

6pm

George Montague Wild Beer

Ingenious singer-songwriter George Montague is an extraordinary multi-instrumentalist with immense energy - creating remarkable hooks and abiding melodies. georgemontague.com

5–5.45pm

Donkey ZooCambray Place Stage

Donkey Zoo are an exciting new music ensemble, fusing jazz, funk, hip-hop, R&B and dance into a thrilling mix, bound to get you up dancing and grooving.

/donkeyzoo

3pm–2am

Soul Lot of Funk House PartyBottle of Sauce

With a host of performances throughout the afternoon and into the early hours, come join the party for funk and soul sounds! See ad on right for details.

3–3.45pm

Population:7Cambray Place Stage

Population:7 have evolved from a beat based experiment into a live organism that wield an obvious love of hip-hop, funk and soul with blasts of alternative rock and laid-back jazz.

/population7

12pm, 4pm & 7.30pm

Empirical Pop Up Jazz LoungeMontpellier Courtyard

See ad on the left for details.

8.30pm

Kim Cypher QuartetHarry Cooks Free House

Kim Cypher is one of the UK’s most exciting female saxophonists, vocalists and composers, having developed her own unique funky style of saxophone playing. kimcypher.co.uk

10.30pm–1am

Late Night In The LoftThe Loft, The Tavern

Check out the best up and coming acts alongside local musical heroes at Cheltenham’s newest, exclusive use venue The Loft. Settle in upstairs at The Tavern for a night of familiar and new sounds of jazz and beyond.See ad overleaf for details.

8–9pm

Thrill CollinsFree Stage

Thrill Collins return with their three-piece acoustic skiffle party band, rearranging well known pop songs with epic results. thrillcollins.co.uk

6.45–7.45pm

Gordon Wood BandFree Stage

A songwriter and performer with a wealth of experience, Gordon Wood and his band bring you a unique mix of blues, rock ‘n’ roll and Americana. gordonwoodmusic.com

5.30–6.30pm

Mrs Peel JazzFree Stage

Lively and vibrant arrangements of beautiful latin and jazz standards, blended with a motown and soul groove. Headed up by Mrs Peel on vocals. mrspeel.co.uk

12pm & 7pm

Empirical Pop Up Jazz LoungeMontpellier Courtyard

See ad below for details.

1.30–2.30pm

CZAFARI.Free Stage

CZAFARI. is one of the youngest up and coming female artists to resonate the music scene, taking influences from R&B and neo soul.

/czafarimusic

1pm

Jack BlackmanNo. 131

Semi-finalist in the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award for two consecutive years, Jack Blackman showcases his slide guitar playing with influences from blues to folk. jackblackman.com

1–1.45pm

Stolen ChocolatesCambray Place Stage

Playing jazz standards with a funky style, the Stolen Chocolates are a tasty group of local musicians who deliver a creative sound. stolenchocolates.co.uk

1–4pm

Concept of CollaborationStudio 340

The Music Works’ UPSURGE participants perform a piece created during a workshop with Gilles Peterson’s Future Bubblers scheme, drawing on left-field, soul-tinged electronic music and new collaborations. Featuring performances curated by Studio 340. themusicworks.org.uk

12–12.45pm

The StraysCambray Place Stage

With their eclectic musical influences, The Strays are a raucous neo-rock ’n’ roll band that combine pop, rock, country and blues with rockabilly riffs and driving beats. thestraysmusic.co.uk

3pm

LEAHNo 131

LEAH mixes soul, R&B and jazz to create contemporary vibes, journeying through big anthems and slow jams that are both chilling and surprising with her powerful vocals.

/leahbmusic

5pm

TuneheadThe Strand

A five-piece saxophone led band playing funky, jazzy grooves by legendary artists such as Herbie Hancock, Ronnie Jordan, Spiro Gyra, Steely Dan and others.

/tuneheaduk

5.30–6.30pm

Lydian Collective Free Stage

Lydian Collective present a unique combination of accessible melodies, accomplished musicianship, hypnotic rhythms and an uplifting vibe.

/lydiancollective

3–4pm

Annika SkooghFree Stage

Annika Skoogh brings a special blend of Scandinavian charm and latin flavour to her performances and is making a name for herself as a vibrant and soulful singer with a playful stage presence. annikaskoogh.co.uk

12.30–1.30pm

Lee Jones TrioFree Stage

Lee Jones is a jazz-rock guitarist and composer, combining influences from modern jazz, fusion, blues, fingerstyle and rock. leejones-guitarist.com

10.30am–12.15pm

Jazz It Up: Gloucestershire LiveFree Stage

A dazzling showcase from youth and adult jazz ensembles from across the county.

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5.30–6.30pm

Hilda Cecilia Free Stage

Hilda Cecilia brings her quartet to perform her own enchanting songs alongside unique interpretations of some of the most iconic jazz standards. hildacecilia.com

6.45–7.45pm

Donkey ZooFree Stage

Donkey Zoo are an exciting new music ensemble, fusing jazz, funk, hip-hop, R&B and dance into a thrilling mix, bound to get you up dancing and grooving.

/donkeyzoo

9.30pm–12.30am

Sam Redmore DJ SetMalmaison

Dive into a night of soul-drenched remixes at Malmaison with DJ and remixer Sam Redmore.

9.30pm onwards

The Original Rabbit Foot Spasm BandBottle of Sauce £5 on the door

Be transported back to the prohibition era of 1920s and ‘30s America with Rabbit Foot’s dizzying upbeat mix of jump jive, swing and blues.

8.30pm

Albino FrogsThe Strand

This five piece band from the South Wales Valleys deal out plenty of funky latin and rock grooves, which will get your foot tapping and the body swaying!

/Albino-Frogs

8–9.30pm

Funked Up and Feelin’ Good DJFree Stage

Festival regulars, Funked Up and Feelin’ Good return with DJ Andrew Gillespie, mixing funk, soul, latin and jazz. Dancing not optional!

7.30pm

Jack CooperBoston Tea Party

With a recently released EP, Jack Cooper showcases his unique sound in songs that tell modern stories.

/JackCooperuk

12.45–1.45pm

Natasha SealeFree Stage

Known originally as a leading lady in London’s West End, Natasha Seale solidifies her sidestep into the jazz and pop arena, presenting a mixture of classics and original songs.natashasingsjazz.com

12pm, 5pm & 7pm

Empirical Pop Up Jazz LoungeMontpellier Courtyard

See ad below for details.

FRIDAY 4 MAY

10.30pm til late

Late Night Jam SessionsHotel du Vin

The party carries on late into the night at our free jam sessions. Expect some surprise collaborations with our house band from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

5.15–6.15pm

Exit Velocity SessionsFree Stage

Eastside Jazz Club hosts weekly showcases of students from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. They head to the Festival for some high level improvising, new compositions and original takes on jazz standards.

2–2.45pm

Jack Cooper and the OffshoreCambray Place Stage

Local up-and-coming musician Jack Cooper brings his full band to Cambray Place to deliver a varied set from intimate moments to upbeat exciting crescendos.

/JackCooperuk

6pm

CZAFARI.Wild Beer

CZAFARI. is one of the youngest up and coming female artists to resonate the Birmingham music scene, taking influences from R&B and neo soul.

/czafarimusic

7.45–8.45pm

Raphael Jost QuintetFree Stage

Exceptional talent can be found in Swiss singer and pianist Raphael Jost, blurring the boundaries between jazz and pop, crooning like Sinatra and delivering catchy melodies in his own songs. Raphaeljost.ch

Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation

2.45–3.45pm

Tom Ibarra Free Stage

This 18-year old French guitar prodigy and winner of the LetterOne Rising Stars Jazz Awards Tom Ibarra has guested with Marcus Miller.tomibarra.com

2–2.45pm

King BrasstardsCambray Place Stage

Inspired by the sounds of the streets of New Orleans, seven Leicester lads make up King Brasstards - featuring a mighty sousaphone, percussion and much more.

/kingbrasstards

2.15–3pm

Soular FunkThe Brewery Quarter

Soular perform the very best funk, soul and disco classics from the 1970’s to present day. soularfunk.co.uk

1.30–2.30pm

Exit Velocity Sessions Free Stage

Eastside Jazz Club hosts weekly showcases of students from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. They head to the Festival for some high level improvising, new compositions and original takes on jazz standards.

12–12.45pm

George MontagueCambray Place Stage

Ingenious singer-songwriter George Montague is an extraordinary multi-instrumentalist with immense energy - creating remarkable hooks and abiding melodies. georgemontague.com

1–1.45pm

Pixie and the GypsiesThe Brewery Quarter

Pixie and the Gypsies are a gypsy jazz band performing unique covers and originals featuring vocals, violin, double bass and guitar.pixieandthegypsies.com

1–1.45pm

The 309’sCambray Place Stage

Cajun and bluegrass form much of the 309’s members’ musical history, with experience going back to the 80s. Go further back, and you’ll find punk rock lurking in their youth!

/the309s

12pm-12am

HIGHBROW – A day of High Art and Low JazzBottle of Sauce £3 entry on the door

Hosted by Stuart Macbeth feat. an exhibition of Henri Matisse’s jazz lithographs. Live Music from Vienna Ditto, CRaB & Ma Besse and soundtracks from the Shellac Collective.

1.45–2.45pm

TrampetteFree Stage

Inspired by artists such as Yussef Kamaal, GoGo Penguin and Herbie Hancock, Trampette unite the sounds of jazz, funk, hip-hop and drum and bass, while experimenting with the different textural and timbral possibilities.

/trampetteband

6.45–7.45pm

Joy Ellis Free Stage

Joy Ellis presents her latest music which reflects her passion for jazz and improvisation, her love of groove and dance music, her classical roots as a pianist and the soulful, poetic aspects of being a singer-songwriter. joyellismusic.com

4.15–5.15pm

RueFree Stage

A wayward talent that knows her own mind, Rue’s fresh, unique style draws upon influences from jazz, soul, R&B and pop resulting in a sound that stands alone in its own right.

/itsruetoyou

Join ‘the coolest of Britian’s young jazz bands’ (Daily Telegraph) for free lunchtime and evening Jazz Sessions in their Pop Up Jazz Lounge in Montpellier Courtyard. See daily listings for timings. With thanks to L’una Design.