Lancaster Jazz Jam Friday 25th August

The Jazz Jam is part of Lancaster Jazz Scene. The next Jam takes place on Friday 29th September from 19:30 at the Printroom Cafe Bar located in the historic Storey Building on Meeting House Lane near Lancaster Castle.  Here's more info;

Lancaster Jazz Jam was established in 2017, emerging out of the Orbit Jazz Workshop at Lancaster Community Music Centre. Our aim is to present an inclusive jam session that allows players of all abilities to have an opportunity to play, gain confidence, learn about jazz music, develop performance skills and hear other musicians. At the jam we have a selection of tunes/standards to play and there is music available for C, Bb, Eb and Bass. You can choose which tunes you wish to play on and sign up to be part of the band when those tunes are called. The emphasis is on having fun, supporting each other and enjoying the music. The event is free and non-players are very welcome to come along too. For more information please email lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com or visit 'Jazzjam Lancaster' on Facebook.

Lancaster Jazz Jam: Friday 28th July

 

 

The Jazz Jam is part of Lancaster Jazz Scene. The next Jam takes place on Friday 28th July from 19:30 at the Printroom Cafe Bar located in the historic Storey Building on Meeting House Lane near Lancaster Castle.  Here's more info;

Lancaster Jazz Jam was established in 2017, emerging out of the Orbit Jazz Workshop at Lancaster Community Music Centre. Our aim is to present an inclusive jam session that allows players of all abilities to have an opportunity to play, gain confidence, learn about jazz music, develop performance skills and hear other musicians. At the jam we have a selection of tunes/standards to play and there is music available for C, Bb, Eb and Bass. You can choose which tunes you wish to play on and sign up to be part of the band when those tunes are called. The emphasis is on having fun, supporting each other and enjoying the music. The event is free and non-players are very welcome to come along too. For more information please email lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com or visit 'Jazzjam Lancaster' on Facebook.

Gregson Gig Series #2: Jilly Jarman & Geoff Bartholomew post-gig post

 

On Saturday we were treated to a memorable and intimate performance from Jilly Jarman and Geoff Bartholomew

On piano, vocals and flute, Jilly delivered joyous melodies and heartfelt reflections drawing on her original compositions and inspiration from beloved artists.

Geoff's trumpet prowess shone with technically complex rhythmic pieces and contemplative lyrical passages. Subtly-handled electronics lent further textures to the performance.

The pair complemented each other beautifully, resulting in a varied and multi-layered set and some very special moments indeed. We didn't want it to end!

 

 

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For our second presentation in the Gregson Gig Series we welcome Jilly Jarman & Geoff Bartholomew. 

 

Jilly and Geoff are jazz composers and improvisers based in Penrith. They will be playing a mix of their own compositions and arrangements, utilising voice, trumpet, keyboards, flute and electronics. You can hear some of their collaborations on jillyjarman.co.uk  

As well as being a musician, composer and mentor, Jilly is founder and Creative Director of Bluejam Arts, a dynamic hub for innovative community music and arts in North Cumbria and beyond. 

Geoff is a trumpet player, composer and teacher who has studied jazz with contemporary players such as Nikki Iles and Chris Batchelor.  

This will be a great opportunity to experience innovative improvised music and inventive compositions in the intimate setting of the Olive Bar at The Gregson. 

Buy tickets in advance at https://pay.sumup.io/b2c/QURCLMWF or using the QR code below

 

Lancaster Jazz Jam 23rd June

The Jazz Jam is part of Lancaster Jazz Scene. The next Jam takes place on Friday 23rd June from 19:30 at the Printroom Cafe Bar located in the historic Storey Building on Meeting House Lane near Lancaster Castle.  Here's more info;

Lancaster Jazz Jam was established in 2017, emerging out of the Orbit Jazz Workshop at Lancaster Community Music Centre. Our aim is to present an inclusive jam session that allows players of all abilities to have an opportunity to play, gain confidence, learn about jazz music, develop performance skills and hear other musicians. At the jam we have a selection of tunes/standards to play and there is music available for C, Bb, Eb and Bass. You can choose which tunes you wish to play on and sign up to be part of the band when those tunes are called. The emphasis is on having fun, supporting each other and enjoying the music. The event is free and non-players are very welcome to come along too. For more information please email lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com or visit 'Jazzjam Lancaster' on Facebook.

Paul Palmer Quartet post-gig post

 

On Sunday The Gregson Gig Series had a great start with the Paul Palmer Quartet who treated us to an entertaining combination of standards with some lesser-known pieces and original work. Paul’s tenor sax and Jon Moreman’s trombone sounded particularly stylish in the Olive Bar, complemented by Richard Page’s guitar work and expertly held together by Steve Simpson on double bass. A satisfying way for a jazz fan to spend a warm evening in Lancaster.

Thank you to the attentive audience who came to support and enjoy our first event, we very much hope to see you again. We will be announcing our next act soon!

Lancaster Jazz Jam 19th May

 

The Jazz Jam is part of Lancaster Jazz Scene. The next Jam takes place on Friday 19th May from 19:30 at the Printroom Cafe Bar located in the historic Storey Building on Meeting House Lane near Lancaster Castle.  Here's more info;

Lancaster Jazz Jam was established in 2017, emerging out of the Orbit Jazz Workshop at Lancaster Community Music Centre. Our aim is to present an inclusive jam session that allows players of all abilities to have an opportunity to play, gain confidence, learn about jazz music, develop performance skills and hear other musicians. At the jam we have a selection of tunes/standards to play and there is music available for C, Bb, Eb and Bass. You can choose which tunes you wish to play on and sign up to be part of the band when those tunes are called. The emphasis is on having fun, supporting each other and enjoying the music. The event is free and non-players are very welcome to come along too. For more information please email lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com or visit 'Jazzjam Lancaster' on Facebook.

Gregson Gig Series #1: Paul Palmer Quartet

 

The Gregson Gig Series from Lancaster Jazz Scene

Our latest exciting project is the Gregson Gig Series.

This series of gigs will present an eclectic variety of jazz artists  in the Olive Bar at the Gregson Centre in Lancaster.

For our first gig we welcome the Paul Palmer Quartet. 

Join us on Sunday 28th May from 18:30 for a great evening of live jazz music. Here's more info;

 

Paul Palmer – Saxophones

Jon Moreman – Trombone

Richard Page – Guitar

Steve Simpson – Double Bass

The quartet play a lively and accessible collection of jazz numbers from the swing mainstream era through to latin and “Blue note” classics. The guys have played together for about 20 years across the North West of England in Pubs, Jazz clubs and festivals and corporate events.

Paul is based in Endmoor and is a sax tutor and freelance player covering all genres from jazz to pop to house music with dj’s. Jon is a former pro trombonist and is still in demand with the occasional tour with top orchestras (including the “Strictly come dancing band”) or the numerous jazz bands he appears with.

Richard is a reformed “prog” rock guitarist!, and composer now to be found in show orchestras, pop bands and all nature of Jazz ensembles. Steve toured the country in his younger days but now remains much in demand throughout Cumbria and Lancs as a freelance bassist and tutor.

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Welcome to Lancaster Jazz Scene!

 

 Welcome to Lancaster Jazz Scene!

Our aim is to create spaces to play, enjoy and experience jazz music in Lancaster. We hope you will join us and be part of this vibrant community.

This blog will be used to keep everyone informed about what we are doing.

To join our mailing list, which promotes jazz gigs across the region, please send an email to lancasterjazzscene@gmail.com