Live Music Events

Jilly Jarman

2010-09-03T19:00:32+00:00

"We have been working on a set of songs which we have been looking at in a variety of ways. Most of the material is generated by me, but we also use songs from the classical, jazz and world repertoire"

Cost: Free

Nat Birchall Quartet

2010-09-04T19:30:36+00:00

With a new album out since his last visit, together with appearances at Brecon Jazz Festival & Ronnie Scott's, Nat presents his refreshing and heartfelt music, much influenced by the spirit of John Coltrane.

Cost: Free

Trio Gitan

2010-09-10T19:30:20+00:00

Trio Gitan play are in part reminiscent of the hot club music of Stephane Grappelli and Django Rheinhardt, but also flavoured with with soulful tangos, exotic gypsy tunes from eastern europe, and classics of the swing era from the great American songbook. .Evocative and poignant Violin from Andy Lawrenson, exciting and skillful acoustic guitar work from Jack Burge, underpinned by accomplished and tasteful Double Bass lines from Rob Steels/Dominic Rivron.

From frenetic full on swing jazz to atmospheric and soulful Tangos and Gypsy tunes, this is Exciting, Exotic and Dynamic stuff at it’s best!

Cost: Free

The Moss Project

2010-09-11T19:30:43+00:00

Guitarist Moss Freed was a composition major at both Edinburgh University & Berklee, Boston. His writing for this band is much influenced by the great jazz-rock crossover music of British players like Allan Holdsworth & Bill Bruford, and the likes of Pat Metheny in the USA, but also displays elements of contemporary chamber music and folk tradition. Fresh, absorbing & finely-crafted music skillfully played.

Cost: Free

Mountain Open Mic with music from Stevie Williams and Jon Kenzie

2010-09-17T19:00:34+00:00

As part of the Ambleside Outdoor Festival we will be holding an Open Mic in the Jazz Bar. This is a chance for anyone to share their experiences or ask questions. There will be climbers, runners and walkers there so we should cover just about every type of outdoor activity. Steve and Jon will provide some great musical entertainment. Please note the music will start around 9.30pm. Cost: Free

Steve Oakes Quartet

2010-09-18T19:30:34+00:00

Guitarist Oakes, always well-received at the venue, leads his well-rehearsed band through the contemporary repertoire, featuring the sweet saxophone & flute of Harold Salisbury, one of the North-West's most experienced & respected jazz musicians.

Cost: Free

Phil Saunders

2010-09-24T19:00:55+00:00

Solo blues man. Kendal based sometimes to be busking other times with his band Uncle Carbuncle but tonight all on his own, with his guitar.

Cost: Free

Magic Hat Ensemble

2010-09-25T19:30:20+00:00

One of the finest new jazz groups to emerge in the UK in recent years. Fronted by Steve Chadwick's distinctive trumpet-playing, the band has a very unusual and utterly refreshing take on the standard repertoire. Click the web link below to read great reviews of their recent album and live work, and to hear what the fuss is about.

Cost: Free

LWT

2010-10-02T19:30:46+00:00

Fine trio led by pianist Lawrence Woof, with a strong emphasis on latin rhythms.

Cost: Free

Quay Change

2010-10-08T19:00:53+00:00

QUAY CHANGE is bassist Laurence Canty and pianist Fred Binley. First performing together in 2004, with vocalist Amy Worth they have appeared throughout the Northwest - from the Albert Hall (Bolton!) to pubs, clubs and festivals.

With a dynamic repertoire from Latin to Swing and Ballads to Blues, the band appeals to audiences of all ages. The material, performed with wit and inspired spontaneity, is mainly drawn from the classic jazz standards of the 20th century but played with a 21st century spin.

For this performance QUAY CHANGE will be joined by their regular drummer Tim Franks and will feature Dave Lee on saxes.

Cost: Free