Live Music at Zeffirellis in Ambleside
The following events are planned for May.
Howard Haigh and Lava
May
18
Howard on guitar, Xtof Lheureux on percussion and Rick Middleton on Ukelele Bass
- Free entry
- 8:30 pm
Harold Salisbury Quartet
May
19
Veteran - and legendary - NW saxophonist & flautist gives a master-class in tasteful improvisation, covering the standard repertoire with a band featuring bassist Steve Berry, founder with Django Bates of the legendary British big band Loose Tubes.
* Please note; The performance by guitarist Steve Oakes' Quartet (featuring Harold) originally advertised for this evening has been postponed until later in the year; Steve has broken a finger, and will be out of action for several weeks.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Marley Chingus
May
26
Liverpool's ever-popular jazz renegades return with their no-nonsense, high-energy & irreverent take on just about everything.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Gobble de Gook
Jun
01
Gobble de Gook is a 7 piece band which performs original material, from the powerful roots of unpredictable arrangements to complex melodies and rhythms. The result is surprising blend of musical styles which is guaranteed to get you dancing.’
Gobble de Gook was created 6 years ago by the French singer and band leader Xtof Lheureux. The band is composed of a group of talented and experienced musicians including: drums, percussion, keyboards, bass and guitar for the rhythm section, along with trumpet and tenor sax for the brass section. Xtof sings, plays guitar and percussion, as well as delivering an enthusiastic and energetic show.
Xtof’s influences range from Afro-Cuban, Indian, Jazz, Rock and obviously French music. It is these influences which characterise the unique atmosphere of Gobble de Gook.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Tom Vernon Trio
Jun
02
First visit as a bandleader from fine Lancashire-based guitarist much influenced by the contemporary masters of his instrument.
Please note; The performance by the Steve Chadwick Group originally advertised for this evening has been postponed due to circumstances beyond the venue's control.
- Free
- 8:29 pm
- Artist Website
Geoff Eales; A Hundred Years of Jazz Piano
Jun
09
Master pianist Eales gives a solo performance in which he traces the many and varied styles of jazz piano playing from the ragtime of Scott Joplin through to the extended improvisations of Keith Jarrett, touching on the work of most of the key players in the intervening century. Formerly pianist with the BBC Big Band, Geoff Eales has been a fixture on the British jazz circuit for forty years, much respected by his peers both as player and theorist (he has a PhD on the work of Aaron Copland). So, expect a comprehensive, serious and entertaining survey of a very big subject!
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
John King
Jun
15
John reached the regional finals of the Young Jazz musician of the year and won the daily telegraph jazz composition award when he was just 16. Jools Holland was quoted in saying “his a filthy player, and we’ll hear lots about him in years to come.” smooth vocals and funky guitar playing are a must in john repertoire, so if you like a groove then come along.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Matt Nickson Trio
Jun
16
Larger-than-life fixture on the Manchester jazz scene for many years, and founder of the club that still bears his name, the legendary Matt & Phred's, saxophonist Nickson brings his bustling, energetic trio back for the first time in ages. Expect a commotion.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Michael Simpson
Jun
22
Mike simpson is a dynamic acoustic guitarist in the style of tommy emmanuel. Drawing influences from django reinhardt,joe pass,scotty moore and albert lee,these styles are fused together to create a guitarist of the year finalist and cumbrian guitar show winner 2009.Based in whitehaven where he teaches guitar mike recently decided to perform on acoustic guitar and get his set together combining his love of music with fun and excitement.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Unfurl
Jun
23
A fabulous, subtle and original fusion of jazz with Indian classical & folk traditions, quite unlike other experiments in the field, led by violinist Olivia Moore. Suffice it to say that Olivia cites the seminal Jan Garbarek/Zakir Hussain/John McLaughlin album 'Making Music' as a prime influence. If you like that, you'll love Unfurl. And if you're unfamiliar with such work, you still won't be disappointed!
"Moore herself can obviously play the violin with great dexterity, but for the most part she used it with economy and for this she must be credited; although this was her project, this was a group effort musically and it shows her maturity as a leader that she gave so much space to others involved." — Chris Ackerley, The Sound of Now
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
The Impossible Gentlemen; Adam Nussbaum, Gwilym Simcock, Steve Swallow, Mike Walker.
Jun
24
With their debut CD voted 2011 Album of the Year in Mojo and elsewhere, this breathtaking transatlantic supergroup returns to Europe for a short tour, and once more happy circumstance means that we're able to present them in the intimacy of the Jazz Bar. For those who know the work of the individuals in the band, no introduction is needed. For those who don't, click the link below; nothing short of a lengthy essay here could do justice to the breadth, longevity and quality of the careers of the individual players. Space is limited for this show, and we expect it to sell out, so early booking is advised.
"This shimmering jewel of style and substance is jazz at its most exalted, and simply has to be heard. Here's a crude and approximate map reference, but one that gets close to the buried treasure. Imagine guitarist Pat Metheny's trio masterpiece, Day Trip (Nonesuch, 2007), add a pianist of commensurate genius, and you are banging on the disc's front door. It is that good". All About Jazz.
- £17
- 8:00 pm
- Artist Website
Trefor Owen Quartet
Jun
30
Wales' leading jazz guitarist returns with fellow guitarist Andy Hulme, double bass and saxophone. An unusual format, referencing jazz from the classic era and covering the Great American Songbook with light, shade & subtlety.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Joe Montague Trio
Jul
07
First visit from great young Yorkshire-based drummer and piano/bass partners, all graduates from the Leeds College of Music jazz course.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
The Magic Beans
Jul
14
Two of the North-West’s most inventive jazz players combine in a trio with one of its most distinctive vocalists in a unique jazz-pop crossover, covering a very unusual but instantly recognisable repertoire. Let this 5-star press review of their recent album say the rest;
‘The Magic Beans are a trio of guitar, bass and vocals. Uli Elbracht (guitar) and Matt Owens (bass) are self-effacing accompanists: they provide minimal velvet for the jewel of Zoe Chiotis’ voice, which is magical (the right word) in its smoothness, nuance and tenderness. This exquisite vocal instrument is deployed on an eclectic song selection. She charms on It Must Be Love, sparkles on The Beat Goes On, and removes the sting of For All We Know with breathy, light sweetness. Most surprising of all, Chiotis transforms a desert into paradise on a wonderfully lilting Horse With No Name.’ (Al Brownlee, Manchester Evening News)
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Zoe Gilby Trio
Jul
21
Fast establishing a national reputation, Tyneside-based vocalist covers the contemporary & standard repertoires in a fine trio featuring bass and guitar.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Howard Haigh & Lava
Jul
27
Howard on guitar, Xtof Lheureux on percussion and Rick Middleton on Ukelele Bass
- Free entry
- 8:30 pm
Honey Feet
Jul
27
A new band for us althought he singer came with Jon Kenzie. These guys are from Manchester and play bluesy folk.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
LWT
Jul
28
LWT have played together since 2005, when Lawrence Woof and Andy Boothman met as members of the popular salsa band Mojito. The trio’s distinctive sound emerged as collateral damage during some dangerous manoeuvres in Cuban jazz. With the addition of mercurial percussionist Ben McCabe this became a natural vehicle for Lawrence’s compositional ideas and also for an eclectic collection of covers ranging from Eric Satie to Kylie Minogue by way of Nick Drake and the Stranglers.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
John Bailey
Aug
03
Born and raised in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, John had a keen interest in music initially playing trumpet and then guitar. During his time in Huddersfield he regularly saw live music and performed at various venues in the area. He moved to Preston to study at UCLAN during which time he formed the band Microsleeper and played extensively around the UK. In the last 3 years he has been performing in various Jazz ensembles with many experienced Jazz musicians including Harold Salisbury (The Pinto Beans) and Lytham guitarist Willie Fluss . John has recently attained an MA in Jazz Performance at Leeds College of Music and has had tutoring from Jiannis Pavlidis, Kathy Dyson and Uli Elbracht . He has received private tuition from Manchester’s Mike Walker, Wolfgang Muthspiel (Austria), New York guitarist Mike Moreno and Classical guitarist Neil Smith. John has also attended Masterclasses with Dave Weckl, George Garzone, Gwilym Simcock and has performed for Dave Liebman during his visit to Leeds College of Music. He is currently preparing his new album which will hopefully be released in 2012.
Tonight John will be accompanied by a drummer.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Chameleon
Aug
04
Celebrating 30 years on the road this year, Chameleon specialises in a brand of feel-good groove-orientated jazz-funk for which it has established a loyal following and a solid reputation in the UK and abroad. Mixing inventive arrangements of the work of the masters with original material from current and past members, the band combines disciplined musicianship with a sense of fun. Featured tonight is the great guitarist Gary Boyle, a true legend of British jazz fusion with an incredible CV and now a regular member of the band. Tonight's performance replaces the one cancelled during February's blizzards, which saw band, audience and venue staff stranded far and wide. It has been known to snow in Cumbria in August.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Wytchazle
Aug
10
Wytchazle are: Singer/songwriter, Daisy Windsor, guitar and vocals,
and Robert Foster, Guitar, bazouki, keyboard and banjo.
An acoustic duo based in Suffolk, they play mainly original material, jazz standards, as well as the occasional traditional folk song.
Daisy Windsor has been a full time musician for over ten years, the last six in the band The Floozies and has shared billing with Eliza Carthy, Norma Waterson, Martin Carthy, Lander Mason, Vin Garbutt, Hank and Ben Marvin.
Robert Foster has enjoyed long success as a multi instrumentalist and composer, recording as a solo artist for Transatlantic, and playing with the band Gryphon in their heyday, as well as performing with Jerry Donahue and other members of Fairport Convention at Cropredy.
They released their debut c.d “SUNRISE” in April 2010, recently reviewed in Live unsigned.com (impeccable, fluent and impressively inventive), and appeared as a recommended album in The Grapevine, East Anglia Music Magazine.
Wytchazle have supported, John Renbourn, Robin Williamson, Steve Tilston and Boo Hewerdine
www.wytchazle.co.uk
www.myspace.com/wytchazle
- Free entry
- 8:30 pm
- Artist Website
Performers to be confirmed
Aug
11
Please check back
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Harold Salisbury Quartet
Aug
18
Much-respected sax & flute legend and veteran campaigner for fellow musicians leads his seasoned band through an invigorating survey of the standard repertoire.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Michael Simpson
Aug
24
Mike simpson is a dynamic acoustic guitarist in the style of tommy emmanuel. Drawing influences from django reinhardt,joe pass,scotty moore and albert lee,these styles are fused together to create a guitarist of the year finalist and cumbrian guitar show winner 2009.Based in whitehaven where he teaches guitar mike recently decided to perform on acoustic guitar and get his set together combining his love of music with fun and excitement.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Autumn-Winter-Spring 2012-13 Saturday Jazz Programme
Aug
25
The Saturday jazz programme to April 2013 is nearing completion. Details will be posted here in due course. Please check back.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
Stevie Williams and the Most Wanted Band
Sep
07
‘Stevie Williams and the Most Wanted Band’
“A LAWLESS BAND DEAL UP ‘FORGOTTEN’ SONGS AND VINTAGE BLUES.”
Featuring:
Stevie Williams bass / vocals
Billy Buckley guitar / lap-steel guitar
Markie Creswell guitar / vocals
Dave Hassell drums / percussion
info: www.steviewilliams.co.uk
- Free
- 8:30 pm
John King
Oct
05
John reached the regional finals of the Young Jazz musician of the year and won the daily telegraph jazz composition award when he was just 16. Jools Holland was quoted in saying “his a filthy player, and we’ll hear lots about him in years to come.” smooth vocals and funky guitar playing are a must in john repertoire, so if you like a groove then come along.
- Free
- 8:30 pm
