Rob Luft

Hugh Buckley

Jimmy Smyth

Tourism Ireland

Belfast Telegraph

Nigel Mooney, widely regarded as one of Ireland's leading jazz singers and guitarists, is back for his annual Christmas show at Scott's Jazz Club on 12th of December. A charismatic figure on the Dublin jazz and blues scenes since the early 1980's, his Gripewater Blues Band spearheaded the blues movement in Ireland and drew many fans of both jazz and the blues. A self-taught musician, Mooney was influenced by the blues from an early age and his hard-bop style of guitar playing is expressive and melodic with a bluesy groove. He possesses a warm and rich tenor voice and has an almost flawless sense of pitch.

For this welcome return to Scott's Jazz Club, Nigel will be joined by our in-house organist Scott Flanigan, with Dominic Mullan on drums.

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The Scott's Jazz Club annual Christmas bash! Santa has chosen some of Ireland's top jazz players to take to the stage and perform jazz versions of iconic Christmas songs. Joining Scott, Rohan Armstrong and Andrew McCoubrey will be the award-winning singer Katharine Timoney, and Scrooge himself, Kyron Bourke, amongst others!

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The Scott's Jazz Club annual Christmas bash! Santa has chosen some of Ireland's top jazz players to take to the stage and perform jazz versions of iconic Christmas songs. Joining Scott, Rohan Armstrong and Andrew McCoubrey will be the award-winning singer Katharine Timoney, and Scrooge himself, Kyron Bourke, amongst others!

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By incredibly popular demand, our Christmas show runs for a special family-friendly daytime show at 2:30pm! The other two Christmas concerts have sold out, so now’s your chance to get tickets.

The Scott's Jazz Club annual Christmas bash! Santa has chosen some of Ireland's top jazz players to take to the stage and perform jazz versions of iconic Christmas songs. Joining Scott, Rohan Armstrong and Andrew McCoubrey will be the award-winning singer Katharine Timoney and saxophonist Ciaran Wilde.

PLEASE NOTE: Kyron Bourke will not be appearing for this show.

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A welcome return for a session musician supergroup! Some of the finest musicians in this country are perhaps ones you haven’t heard often in a jazz concert setting, and bassist Carl Harvey is no exception. Despite having played across the world with acts such as Curtis Stigers, KT Tunstall and Billy Ocean, Carl’s first love is jazz and we’re delighted that he is bringing this exciting ensemble back to Scott’s Jazz Club.

Joining Carl on bass will be drummer Eamonn Ferris, who has worked with Van Morrison and The Waterboys, and who recently appeared with Jozef Dani in January; and guitarist Steve McClenahan, who is no stranger to the Scott’s Jazz Club stage having played with Scott Flanigan’s Electric Band. Scott will make up the fourth member of this illustrious group on keyboards. Each musician is a fantastic player in his own right, and the combination of these four exciting players makes an ensemble to remember.

Expect tunes by Herbie Hancock, Billy Cobham, Weather Report, Stevie Wonder and Chick Corea in what promises to be a fascinating concert.

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An accomplished London-based guitarist and composer, Jakub Klimiuk takes his quintet on tour with a brand new set of material, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed album ‘(un)balanced’, described by The Guardian as “a rare mix of New York edginess and Scandinavian avant-jazz impressionism.”
Expect a thrilling combination of scripted forms and improvised sections, interweaving melodic compositions with adventurous sonic explorations, “music which could engage and transcend genre boundaries,” according to UK Jazz News.
The band has appeared regularly at major UK jazz venues including PizzaExpress Jazz Club Soho, Vortex Jazz Club, The Verdict, and has collaborated with leading artists such as saxophonist Mark Lockheart. The quintet has also toured widely across Europe, performing in cultural hubs like Berlin and Brussels.

“The future of jazz is in safe hands” - UK Jazz News

“A hugely accomplished guitarist with a formidable technique and also a composer of impressive maturity and vision.” - The Jazz Mann

“He is not only an excellent guitarist but also an accomplished compositional talent.” - Jazz Forum

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Released in 1969, In a Silent Way marked a pivotal moment in jazz history, introducing a fusion of jazz, rock, and ambient sounds. Featuring an all-star lineup—including Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, John McLaughlin, and Joe Zawinul - the album is a masterclass in mood and texture. With its electric instrumentation and atmospheric approach, In a Silent Way laid the foundation for the jazz fusion movement, influencing generations of musicians. 

Paying tribute to this iconic concert will be some of Dublin’s most eclectic improvisers: Tommy Halferty on guitar, Darragh O’Kelly on keyboards, Derek Whyte on bass and Brendan Doherty on drums.

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Håkan Broström is a renowned Swedish saxophonist, composer, and arranger celebrated for his significant contributions to jazz and contemporary music.
 
Already at the age of 8, Hakan began to play the piano, and when he was 15, he started playing tenor saxophone and Gute. One year later, he was playing alto saxophone in different blues bands in Motala and baritone sax with the Motala Big Band.
 
Over the years, Broström has led several quartets, collaborating with notable musicians such as Bobo Stenson, Esbjörn Svensson, Palle Danielsson and Jacob Karlzon. He also led a quartet featuring American pianist Joey Calderazzo and, on occasion, drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts. As a sideman, Broström has worked with prominent artists like Eje Thelin, Ulf Wakenius and Swedish music icon Peps Persson.

Håkan Broström expanded his creative pursuits by forming his own big band, the New Places Orchestra. This endeavor showcased his talent for blending traditional and modern jazz elements. He also collaborated with prominent Swedish artists, including Viktoria Tolstoy, Tommy Körberg and Ebbot Lundberg further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and innovative musician.

For this special outing at Scott’s Jazz Club, Håkan will be joined by the Scott’s Jazz Club house band of Scott Flanigan, piano; Rohan Armstrong, bass; James Anderson, drums.

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Zak Irvine is a Belfast-based jazz pianist and bandleader originally from Bangor. He is currently studying a BMus in Music at Queen’s University. With a foundation in classical music, Zak has honed his piano technique from a young age, developing a polished and versatile style. Over the years he has transitioned into jazz, discovering a new passion for improvisation and cultivating a keen ear for complex harmonies and spontaneous creativity. Now a prominent figure in Northern Irelandʼs arts scene, he brings a unique voice to local bands, blending classical roots with jazz influences to create distinctive sounds. Through regular residencies at the Courthouse in Bangor, Bert’s Jazz Bar and collaborations with other artists, he continues to push musical boundaries, exploring new genres and creating original compositions.

Zak draws a lot of his inspiration from legendary pianists in Robert Glasper, Shaun Martin, Herbie Hancock and Jazz producer Kiefer. Playing lots of covers from these artists he will also be playing some of his own compositions live for the first time!

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Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Lauren Bush Quartet, the perfect blend of traditional and contemporary jazz. Fronted by Lauren Bush, whose enchanting vocals and emotive storytelling have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, this quartet promises a night of dynamic music and sophisticated arrangements. Known for her seamless fusion of classic jazz with a modern twist, Lauren's latest album "Tide Rises" showcases her prowess as both a vocalist and songwriter. Don't miss this chance to experience one of the leading lights in the jazz world.

Lauren will be joined by the Scott’s Jazz Club house band of Scott Flanigan on piano, Rohan Armstrong on bass and James Anderson on drums.

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Joe Webb, described as one of the UK’s most captivating young pianists, is excited to bring his music to Belfast for the first time!

With a performance CV that includes collaborations with renowned artists such as Wynton Marsalis and Jamie Cullum and Jools Holland, Joe is now making a name for himself as a band leader.

Inspired by performances together serving as the house band at in London venues for over two years, Joe began composing music specifically tailored to double bassist Will Sach and drummer Sam Jesson.

Webb’s ability to seamlessly intertwine the raw energy of 90’s “Brit pop” bands, his love for football, and his deep-rooted connection to the Jazz piano tradition, will no doubt captivate audiences and create an excitement from global audiences.

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Home/Lands is a musical exploration of home and what it means to belong, led by multi-instrumentalist & composer Alicia Gardener-Trejo.

With collaboration at the heart of the project, the band use the topography of familiar landscapes as catalysts for composition, take poems and short stories as writing prompts, and exchange musical stimulus in a pass-the-parcel approach. Their music plays with the sonic possibilities of low woodwinds & double bass, experimenting with fresh ideas of melody/bassline responsibilities. With strong influences from the world of jazz and folk, Home/Lands features improvisations, game-pieces and intricately crafted melodies.

Brodie Laird-Jarvie – Double Bass
Andrew Woodhead – Piano
Jonathan Silk – Drums
Alicia Gardener-Trejo – Baritone saxophone, flute, bass flute

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Ronan Guilfoyle has been a major figure in Irish jazz for more than thirty years, pushing the envelope of the music in the fields of composition, performance, and particularly rhythm, in which he is recognised internationally as a major innovator. For this concert Ronan presents Bemusement Arcade, his innovative new quartet devoted to expanding the rhythmic language of jazz via the tradition of blues, swing and standards. They recorded their debut album in Dublin in 2022.

Joining him in this adventure are three brilliant young musicians; Sam Norris, who at only 25 is already recognised as one of the UK’s most exciting young saxophonists; Chris Guilfoyle who has already established himself as one of Ireland’s leading guitarists, and Darren Beckett, the powerhouse Belfast drummer who carved out an international career based in New York, and now in the UK.

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