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Town Hall Imperial Squar 2018 May 2–7 Malvern Rd Montpellier Courtyard, GL50 1SR The Promenade Bath Rd Cheltenham e Train Station Christchurch Rd IMPERIAL Queens Rd t GARDENS alk Pop Up Performances Throughout the Festival, watch out Gloucester Rd THURSDAY 5 – Montpellier S for surprise pop-up performances Montpellier W SATURDAY 7 MAY featuring fantastic jazz artists from Cheltenham Jazz Festival the ...around town line up in various locations across the town centre and 2–7 May 2018 Montpellier Rotunda MONTPELLIER Free Stage on the Festival site. For full details visit GARDENS Bath Rd The Free Stage is at the heart of cheltenhamfestivals.com/ Alongside all the free music across Cheltenham and in the Queens Rd Montpellier T the Festival, and the best place around-town Hales Rd Festival Village in Montpellier Gardens, don’t miss the amazing to relax between events with free Lansdown Rd line-up of headline acts, cutting-edge jazz and unique Lansdown Rd music throughout the weekend. errace collaborations that can be found at Cheltenham Jazz Festival. Maple Rock Design
Pocket Friday 4 May, Sonic Vending Machines Suolk Rd 8.30–9.15pm Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 May, Dragon Recomposed Box Office / Festival Bar 12pm–8pm Hatherley Rd Find our retro vending machines, from musical Colony Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Thursday 3 May instrument maker Sam Underwood, in the Box Office Parabola Arts Centre Suolk Rd Montpellier Woods 10.30pm–1am and Festival Bar… Warning: Includes fun! Old Bath Rd Suolk Parade Montpellier Villas Following Lucia Cadotsch & ENEMY’s Jazz Festival gig, Children must be supervised with these items. A free, aurally entrancing work of light and Supported by hear their music reworked and artfully mixed into new sound - be enveloped in a sea of sound and t pieces of music. Electronic musicians Iain Chambers vibrations! PP Arnold Nigel Kennedy Seun Kuti Ben Cipolla and Dan Nicholls ‘recompose’ the live sets in a process Yamaha DiscoveryThirlestaine Space: Rd PP Arnold Nigel Kennedy Seun Kuti described by The Guardian as ‘an exhilarating ride’. ‘Hands-On’ Sessions orwood S
N Saturday 5 May, Saturday 3.45pm 11.30am–10.30pm Sunday 10am – 12.30pm & 6.45pm onwards Great Monday 3.45pm onwards Jazz at the Movies Ever dreamt of playing a musical instrument? Maybe you Cheltenham Playhouse already do! Whether you’re discovering or rediscovering, £5 - £7 per film, purchase tickets on the door come and visit us in the Yamaha Discovery Space to Thrill Bath Rd or at cheltplayhouse.org.uk inspire your inner musician. Collins Sink into the seats of this stunning venue for a range of films with a jazz theme: Stormy Weather, Lift to the EricEric Gales Gales GillesGilles Peterson Peterson CourtneyVan Morrison Pine Sunday 6 May Scaffold, Let’s Get Lost and The Talented Mr Ripley. 10.30pm–1am Featuring Randy Crawford Kamasi Washington Supported by ...around town supporters: Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Beth Hart Donny McCaslin Cut Throat Francis 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
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@thetaverncheltenham Shurdington Rd Book now at cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazz FREE SATURDAY 5 MAY 2–2.45pm 5–5.45pm SUNDAY 6 MAY 2.15–3pm 5–5.45pm MONDAY 7 MAY 3–4pm Cheltenham Jazz Festival Jack Cooper and Donkey Zoo Soular Funk TREE // HAUS Annika Skoogh 5.30–6.30pm 10.30–1pm 10.30am–12.15pm Lydian 10.30am–1pm the Offshore Cambray Place Stage The Brewery Quarter Cambray Place Stage Jazz It Up: Schools Jazz It Up: Free Stage Collective Cambray Place Stage Jazz It Up: Donkey Zoo are an exciting new Free Stage Soular perform the very best funk, Exciting new local trio bringing a Gloucestershire Annika Skoogh brings a special music ensemble, fusing jazz, funk, soul and disco classics from the 1970’s mix of neo soul, funk and jazz, citing blend of Scandinavian charm and Free Stage Schools Local up-and-coming musician hip-hop, R&B and dance into a Don’t miss this Free Stage highlight, to present day. influences including Snarky Puppy, Live latin flavour to her performances Jack Cooper brings his full band to Lydian Collective present a …around town Free Stage thrilling mix, bound to get you up featuring the best of Gloucestershire soularfunk.co.uk Vulfpeck, Tom Misch and Jordan Rakei. and is making a name for herself Cambray Place to deliver a varied set Free Stage unique combination of accessible dancing and grooving. school and county jazz bands. as a vibrant and soulful singer from intimate moments to upbeat melodies, accomplished Don’t miss this Free Stage highlight, cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazzitup A dazzling showcase from youth and with a playful stage presence. exciting crescendos. /donkeyzoo 2.45–3.45pm 5.15–6.15pm musicianship, hypnotic rhythms featuring the best of Gloucestershire adult jazz ensembles from across annikaskoogh.co.uk school and county jazz bands. /JackCooperuk ReedBass and an uplifting vibe. THURSDAY 3 MAY FRIDAY 4 MAY 8–9.30pm Jam Experiment the county. cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazzitup 5.15–6.15pm 12pm, 4pm, 7.30pm & /lydiancollective 10pm Free Stage Free Stage 12pm & 7pm 12pm, 5pm & 7pm Funked Up and Exit Velocity Feelin’ Good DJ Sessions Empirical Pop Up A mesmerising mix of instrumental and Jam Experiment take a refreshing Empirical Pop Up Empirical Pop Up 12pm, 4pm & 7.30pm 2.45–3.45pm vocal numbers with a fusion of jazz, approach that embraces pop, jazz- Jazz Lounge Jazz Lounge Free Stage Tom Ibarra Free Stage Jazz Lounge blues and gospel with a strong Jamaican funk and R&B with as much passion Empirical Pop Up flavour, from a band that reflects the and seriousness as more traditional Festival regulars, Funked Up and Montpellier Courtyard Montpellier Courtyard Montpellier Courtyard Free Stage Eastside Jazz Club hosts weekly musical heritage of Birmingham. influences. Fresh, energetic and Feelin’ Good return with DJ Andrew Jazz Lounge showcases of students from Royal honest. Gillespie, mixing funk, soul, latin and This 18-year old French guitar See ad on the left for details. /reedbassmusic See ad below for details. See ad below for details. Montpellier Courtyard Birmingham Conservatoire. They jamexperiment.com jazz. Dancing not optional! prodigy and winner of the LetterOne head to the Festival for some high See ad on the left for details. Rising Stars Jazz Awards Tom Ibarra level improvising, new compositions 3pm 5.30–6.30pm 12.45–1.45pm 12–12.45pm 6pm 8.30pm has guested with Marcus Miller. and original takes on jazz standards. LEAH Mrs Peel Jazz Natasha Seale tomibarra.com George Montague CZAFARI. 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Headed up by Mrs Peel funky latin and rock grooves, which Ingenious singer-songwriter energy - creating remarkable hooks and pop arena, presenting a mixture with her powerful vocals. influences from R&B and neo soul. Free Stage on vocals. of classics and original songs. will get your foot tapping and the George Montague is an extraordinary and abiding melodies. Lee Jones is a jazz-rock guitarist and A wayward talent that knows her own /czafarimusic mrspeel.co.uk natashasingsjazz.com body swaying! multi-instrumentalist with immense georgemontague.com /leahbmusic composer, combining influences mind, Rue’s fresh, unique style draws Joy Ellis presents her latest music from modern jazz, fusion, blues, upon influences from jazz, soul, R&B which reflects her passion for /Albino-Frogs energy - creating remarkable hooks 6.45–7.45pm 5.30–6.30pm and abiding melodies. 3–3.45pm 6–6.45pm fingerstyle and rock. and pop resulting in a sound that jazz and improvisation, her love georgemontague.com 12pm-12am leejones-guitarist.com stands alone in its own right. of groove and dance music, her Hilda Cecilia Kat&Co Ben Cipolla classical roots as a pianist and the Gordon 9.30pm onwards HIGHBROW – /itsruetoyou Cambray Place Stage The Brewery Quarter 1.45–2.45pm soulful, poetic aspects of being a Wood Band Free Stage The Original 6.30–7.30pm A day of High Art singer-songwriter. Free Stage Hilda Cecilia brings her quartet to Rabbit Foot Argle Bargle and Low Jazz Coming from a long line of gospel Possessing a naturally languid and Trampette joyellismusic.com perform her own enchanting songs hymns, blues hummers and soul confident vocal style,Ben Cipolla’s A songwriter and performer with a Spasm Band Free Stage Free Stage alongside unique interpretations Bottle of Sauce singers, Kathleen sings from the intoxicating guitar playing captures a wealth of experience, Gordon Wood of some of the most iconic jazz £3 entry on the door depths of her soul. diverse spirit and singular energy in his Inspired by artists such as Yussef and his band bring you a unique mix Bottle of Sauce An exciting upcoming jazz, funk, pop- standards. 12–12.45pm 3–3.45pm katandco.co.uk performance. Kamaal, GoGo Penguin and Herbie of blues, rock ‘n’ roll and Americana. £5 on the door rock fusion band based in Birmingham Hosted by Stuart Macbeth feat. hildacecilia.com bencipolla.com Hancock, Trampette unite the gordonwoodmusic.com The Strays Population:7 featuring vibrant brass and a spectrum an exhibition of Henri Matisse’s Be transported back to the of original songs. 3.30–4.15pm sounds of jazz, funk, hip-hop and prohibition era of 1920s and ‘30s Cambray Place Stage Cambray Place Stage jazz lithographs. Live Music from 6.45–7.45pm facebook.com/arglebargleuk Vienna Ditto, CRaB & Ma Besse 6.30–7.30pm drum and bass, while experimenting 8–9pm America with Rabbit Foot’s dizzying JazzJiveSwing with the different textural and upbeat mix of jump jive, swing and With their eclectic musical influences, Population:7 have evolved from a beat and soundtracks from the Shellac We Are Leif Donkey Zoo The Brewery Quarter timbral possibilities. Thrill Collins blues. The Strays are a raucous neo-rock based experiment into a live organism 7.30pm Collective. ’n’ roll band that combine pop, rock, that wield an obvious love of hip-hop, Free Stage /trampetteband Free Stage See fabulous charleston, jive, lindy Free Stage country and blues with rockabilly riffs funk and soul with blasts of alternative TREE // HAUS Donkey Zoo are an exciting new 9.30pm–12.30am 1–1.45pm hop and balboa and listen to beautiful Comprised of four established Thrill Collins return with their three- and driving beats. rock and laid-back jazz. John Gordons music ensemble, fusing jazz, funk, swinging jazz music, all brought to you improvising musicians, We Are Leif piece acoustic skiffle party band, thestraysmusic.co.uk /population7 hip-hop, R&B and dance into a Sam Redmore The 309’s by dance company JazzJiveSwing. deftly span jazz sensibilities with an rearranging well known pop songs See Sunday listing for details thrilling mix, bound to get you up Join in or enjoy the spectacle with a exceptional groove and sound-world. with epic results. DJ Set 1–4pm Cambray Place Stage dancing and grooving. drink in hand. weareleif.com thrillcollins.co.uk Malmaison Jazzjiveswing.com /donkeyzoo Concept of Cajun and bluegrass form much of the 309’s members’ musical history, with 7.45–8.45pm Dive into a night of soul-drenched 8.30pm Collaboration experience going back to the 80s. Go 7.30pm remixes at Malmaison with DJ and 4–4.45pm further back, and you’ll find punk rock Sen3 Kim Cypher remixer Sam Redmore. Studio 340 Jack Cooper lurking in their youth! Chameleon Free Stage The Music Works’ UPSURGE Quartet /the309s Cambray Place Stage Boston Tea Party participants perform a piece Sen3 are an exciting new genre- Harry Cooks Free House hopping guitar trio that have emerged With a recently released EP, Jack 10.30pm til late created during a workshop with Earthy blues and soul, combined Gilles Peterson’s Future Bubblers from London’s melting pot. The band Kim Cypher is one of the UK’s Cooper showcases his unique sound 1–1.45pm with experimental jazz funk for a new Late Night create a compelling wide-screen most exciting female saxophonists, in songs that tell modern stories. scheme, drawing on left-field, hybrid Avant Rock - Chameleon are Pixie and the sound that’s rich in melody and vocalists and composers, having Jam Sessions soul-tinged electronic music and a cultured electric band pumping out /JackCooperuk emotive harmonies, contemporary developed her own unique funky new collaborations. Featuring 7.45–8.45pm Gypsies good times. Hotel du Vin beat-culture and heavy riffs. style of saxophone playing. performances curated /bandchameleon by Studio 340. Raphael Jost The Brewery Quarter sen3.co.uk kimcypher.co.uk The party carries on late themusicworks.org.uk into the night at our free jam Quintet Pixie and the Gypsies are a gypsy sessions. Expect some surprise 4–5pm 9–10pm 10.30pm–1am Free Stage jazz band performing unique covers collaborations with our house 1–1.45pm 3pm–2am and originals featuring vocals, Georgia Cécile Sunken Foal DJ Late Night band from the Royal Birmingham Exceptional talent can be found in violin, double bass and guitar. Stolen Chocolates Soul Lot of Funk Free Stage In The Loft Conservatoire. Swiss singer and pianist Raphael pixieandthegypsies.com Free Stage Cambray Place Stage Jost, blurring the boundaries House Party Scottish vocalist and songwriter A local female DJ duo bringing a mix The Loft, The Tavern between jazz and pop, crooning Georgia Smith delivers smooth, rich Playing jazz standards with a funky Bottle of Sauce 1.30–2.30pm of funk and soul tunes to create good like Sinatra and delivering catchy and refined vocals with effortless style Check out the best up and coming style, the Stolen Chocolates are melodies in his own songs. vibes and eclectic beats, bound to get With a host of performances Exit Velocity and has been described by BBC’s Jazz acts alongside local musical heroes a tasty group of local musicians Raphaeljost.ch you dancing! at Cheltenham’s newest, exclusive who deliver a creative sound. throughout the afternoon and into the House as ‘modern and soulful’. Sessions /thesoundofsunkenfoal use venue The Loft. Settle in upstairs stolenchocolates.co.uk early hours, come join the party for georgiacecile.com funk and soul sounds! See ad on right Free Stage at The Tavern for a night of familiar 10.30pm til late and new sounds of jazz and beyond. for details. 1pm Eastside Jazz Club hosts weekly 4.45–5.30pm See ad overleaf for details. Late Night showcases of students from Royal Jack Blackman 4–5pm Stanley Thomas JACKSON Johnson Foundation Birmingham Conservatoire. They head In The Loft No. 131 Emily Francis Trio to the Festival for some high level The Brewery Quarter improvising, new compositions and The Loft, The Tavern Semi-finalist in the BBC Radio 2 Young Free Stage JACKSON takes you on a progressive original takes on jazz standards. Check out the best up and coming Folk Award for two consecutive years, musical journey, with complex time 9–10pm acts alongside local musical heroes at Jack Blackman showcases his slide A fresh take on the classic piano trio, signatures and funk-filled solos, Cheltenham’s newest, exclusive use guitar playing with influences from mixing influences from late 60s/70s Echo Juliet DJ fronted by Jack Baldus. Influences 2–2.45pm venue The Loft. Settle in upstairs at blues to folk. electronic jazz, progressive rock and include Herbie Hancock, Steely Dan, Free Stage The Tavern for a night of familiar and jackblackman.com pop, Scandinavia and the current New King Brasstards Thundercat and Radiohead. new sounds of jazz and beyond. York scene, creating original music with DJ Echo Juliet, aka Emily Jones, crafts jackbaldus.com an emphasis on melody and groove. Cambray Place Stage See ad overleaf for details. 1.30–2.30pm monthly mixes for All About Jazz, the emilyfrancistrio.com Inspired by the sounds of the streets world’s most popular jazz website. 5pm 10.30pm til late CZAFARI. Live, she combines jazz with funk, of New Orleans, seven Leicester lads 4–4.45pm soul, R&B, afro and latin beats. make up King Brasstards - featuring Tunehead Late Night Free Stage a mighty sousaphone, percussion and The Sea Slugs mixcloud.com/emvjones The Strand Jam Sessions CZAFARI. is one of the youngest up much more. and coming female artists to resonate Cambray Place Stage 10.30pm til late /kingbrasstards A five-piece saxophone led band Hotel du Vin the music scene, taking influences playing funky, jazzy grooves by from R&B and neo soul. Passionate and subversive, The Sea Late Night Jam legendary artists such as Herbie The party carries on late into the Slugs’ unique music is a contemporary Hancock, Ronnie Jordan, Spiro Gyra, night at our free jam sessions. Expect /czafarimusic Sessions take on afrobeat, sporting a wide array Steely Dan and others. some surprise collaborations with of musical influences and political our house band from the Royal Hotel du Vin /tuneheaduk Join ‘the coolest of Britian’s young jazz bands’ (Daily Telegraph) for free lunchtime and evening Jazz Sessions in and humanitarian motivations. #CheltJazzFest Birmingham Conservatoire. See Friday listing for details. their Pop Up Jazz Lounge in Montpellier Courtyard. See daily listings for timings. With thanks to L’una Design. theseaslugs.com @cheltfestivals