Rob Luft

Hugh Buckley

Jimmy Smyth

Tourism Ireland

Belfast Telegraph

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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Barry McCormack was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1978 and studied piano as a child. He received his first guitar from his uncle Harry and was inspired to learn by ear from Blues programs on the radio. He discovered jazz soon after that and his early heroes were Charlie Parker,  Wes Montgomery and George Benson but his most important influence was Louis Stewart who lived and played in Dublin.

Barry is a self-taught jazz guitarist and spent time transcribing the work of his favourite players and practicing his ideas with his friend the drummer Jamie Davis, an experience which was vital to his development. He lives and works in Dublin which has a rich jazz guitar scene.

Barry works in small groups and big bands, plays regularly in a duo with guitar maestro Hugh Buckley, and also in duo with renowned double bassist Derek Whyte. He is presently recording tunes for a solo album he hopes to release in the next year.

Joining Barry for his debut at Scott’s Jazz Club will be spectacular Dublin drummer and no stranger to the Scott’s Jazz Club stage Shane O’Donovan, and Scott Flanigan on organ.

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Dr Linley Hamilton MBE has been an integral part of the Irish music scene for over forty years, and has juggled a distinguished career as a trumpet player with being a radio broadcaster and an educator. Linley has 6 studio albums featuring some of the finest musicians in the world: Up to Now (2001), Taylor Made (2011), In Transition (2014), Making Other Arrangements (2018), For the Record (2020) and Ginger’s Hollow (2022), two of which spent twenty-five weeks in the US Jazzweek charts.

Linley is also co-founder of the world-renowned independent jazz venue Magy’s Farm in the Dromara Hills, alongside his Wife poet Maggie Doyle – with hundreds of musicians and 11 Grammy winners taking the stage there. Linley was recently awarded an MBE in the 2025 New Year’s Honours List, for services to the Music Industry in Northern Ireland.

Joining Linley will be Bronowski guitarist Stephen McClenahan, organist Scott Flanigan, and drummer Steve Davis.

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From the mid-1960s until the present day, the Beatles have held a fascination for jazz musicians, with jazz greats such as Count Basie, Herbie Hancock and Brad Mehldau all recording numerous songs by the Fab Four. Our co-founder and pianist Scott Flanigan continued this tradition in 2022 with a special one-off concert celebrating 60 years since the Beatles’ debut single, Love Me Do. 

Scott is delighted to bring this concert back to the Scott’s Jazz Club stage, and has arranged two sets of music by the Beatles for piano trio, focusing on some of the well known classics but the lesser-known songs as well. Joining Scott will be two of Ireland’s most respected jazz musicians, Cormac O’Brien on bass, and Kevin Brady on drums. 

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With three album releases, two national tours, and two awards from Help Musicians, Aspyrian are fast gaining a reputation as one of the most ambitious new acts on the UK jazz scene.
 
Drawing inspiration from contemporary jazz artists as well as an eclectic mix of soulful songwriters and alternative bands, the London-based trio have crafted a sound that is both captivating and distinctive – blending intricate composition with rich improvisation and immersive textures.

Following the success of their acclaimed 2024 release ‘to explore (vol. 2)’ – which garnered thousands of streams and placements on prominent jazz playlists – Aspyrian recently unveiled their latest album, ‘Live at The Jazz Glad Festival’. Capturing the trio in full flight, the recording has been praised by UK Jazz News as “a showcase of Aspyrian’s dynamism as a unit, leaning into the band’s distinct chemistry and improvisational prowess.”

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English saxophonist Nye Banfield is a distinctly creative saxophonist and composer. His music has a raw and earthy organic quality, painting visceral scenes inspired by his life experiences. Having spent nearly 10 years cutting his teeth in South East London, Nye is now based in Birmingham where he is forming the next chapter of his career. 
 
A graduate of Trinity Laban in London, Nye follows in the footsteps of a stream of young giants- Nubya Garcia, Laura Jurd and members of Ezra Collective, to name a few. Influences of Nye's include jazz icons Wayne Shorter, Ambrose Akinmusire and mentor Mark Lockheart, as well as the pastoral works of Ralph Vaughan Williams and song writing of Damon Albarn.

Described by Headfirst Bristol as “a smart and original composer who knows both the roots of modern jazz and where he intends to take his own music”, Nye takes you on a journey of richly textured composition and lyrical improvisation. To him, the most fascinating aspect of music is the ‘sound’, which is entirely evident in his tenor playing. The breadth of tone across the horn has been his focus for over 10 years.

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Fresh from his recent collaboration with legendary arranger Guy Barker and the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, celebrated Irish jazz vocalist Cormac Kenevey brings his signature blend of smooth phrasing, effortless swing, and wry charm to the Scott’s Jazz Club stage.

Whether reimagining jazz standards, delivering heartfelt ballads, or surprising with clever takes on pop and bossa nova, Kenevey’s performances are always engaging, dynamic, and deeply musical. Featuring long time musical pals, Conor Murray (drums) Cormac O’Brien (bass) and Scott Flanigan (piano), this is vocal jazz at its most stylish and sincere.

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Guitarist Dan Nicholas spent his formative years studying with piano legend Barry Harris while immersing himself in New York City’s jazz scene. He moved to Europe in the early 2000s where he performed in all manor of venues and festivals including The North Sea Jazz Fest, London’s Ronnie Scott’s and The Duc Des Lombards in Paris. Rooted in Bebop and swing with a bluesy edge, Nicholas is equally comfortable playing in hard driving jazz combos and soulful organ based groups, accompanying vocalists, or playing solo. In a diverse career he has worked with the likes of Jeremy Pelt, Ed Cherry, Joy Brown, Gary Smulyan, Mike LeDonne, Grant Stewart, and Leon Parker among many others.

Joining Dan for his debut appearance at Scott’s Jazz Club is Dublin guitarist Lee Meehan, who has been playing guitar and singing on the Irish circuit for over fifteen years; He has has played in many blues, jazz, soul and fusion bands such as 9bars, Gotcha, Don Baker, Rob Strong band and many more - he has also recently graduated from the prestigious DCU School of Jazz/DCU. Lee’s debut record “Some Of Us Are Looking At The Stars” was released to widespread acclaim in 2024, featuring some of Ireland’s most respected jazz musicians, including saxophonist Michael Buckley.

Making up the rest of the rhythm section will be Kevin Brady on drums, and Scott Flanigan on Hammond organ.

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Born from the collaboration of lead guitarist Mateusz Chmielewski, violinist Niall Lynch, rhythm guitarist Nicolas Deschatrettes and bassist Bill Johnston, Belleville brings together influences from Swing, Bop, Gypsy Jazz and Country Western to deliver a foot-taping and finger-snapping jazz experience. Especially for Scott's Jazz club, they are joined by Matthew Dowie.

Matthew Dowie is active in a variety of styles from rock and fusion to gypsy jazz. Matthew is currently undertaking a Master’s in Music Composition at Queen’s University.

The last time Belleville performed at Scott's Jazz Club the show sold out, so book early for this one!

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CEO Experiment is the highly acclaimed Dublin-based trio featuring Leopoldo Osio (piano), Peter Erdei (electric bass), and Cote Calmet (drums), known for defining the cutting edge of fusion jazz and modern improvisation. Praised by All About Jazz as ‘outstanding exponents’ of the genre, the band is globally recognized for their intense technical mastery and historic 2017 collaboration with guitar legend Kurt Rosenwinkel. Following their anticipated return, CEO Experiment is preparing for a special 2026 10th Anniversary Tour, where they will be joined by the tremendous Andalusian saxophonist Carlos Ligero.

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Classic sound with a modern twist! One of the most prolific ensembles on the UK Jazz scene today, the Gaz Hughes Trio has captivated audiences across hundreds of performances over the last few years and are excited to present more new music for 2026.

Rooted in the timeless tradition of the piano trio, they breathe fresh life into standards and mix in a few of their own original compositions that showcases seamless interaction, bold creativity, and an infectious joy that defines their performances.

Praised for their "high level of swing and musicality" (Jazz Journal), the trio offers a live experience that's both timeless and refreshingly modern. If you like your music swinging, don't miss your chance to see one of the UK's finest jazz acts in action.

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Blossom Dearie’s singular, wispy vocal style—paired with her elegant, rhythmically playful piano work—made her a beloved figure from New York to Paris, ultimately leading to a celebrated residency in London. Admired by fellow innovators Miles Davis and Bill Evans for her minimalist yet harmonically sophisticated approach, Dearie recorded for Capitol Records and later for Fontana in England, naming the live album Blossom Time at Ronnie Scott’s as her personal favorite. Supported by the BBC and embraced by international audiences, she found her true musical home at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s, where her artistry reached a luminous peak—an era celebrated in this performance through selections from those live recordings and highlights from her earlier catalog.

Paying tribute to this iconic singer is a relative newcomer to the Belfast jazz scene but someone who has made a huge impression in a short time: American-born Kristine Mills. Award-winning songwriter and vocalist Kristine Mills brings an airy intimacy and wry, deadpan delivery to the stage—an approach that honors
the subtlety, wit, and understated mastery of Blossom Dearie.

Kristine’s international career has taken her through major music capitals. Highlights include guest appearances with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, a multi-city headlining tour for Jazz Festival Brazil, Belfast Culture Night, Miami Music Festival, and performances at renowned venues such as Snug Harbor (New Orleans), Parker Jazz Club (Austin), House of Blues (Houston), and Zinc Bar (NYC). Since relocating to the UK, she has appeared at premier jazz venues including PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho), The Pheasantry (Chelsea), Piano Smithfield (London), Scott’s Jazz Club (Belfast), Bert’s Jazz Bar (Belfast) and Belfast Empire Music Hall (Belfast). An accomplished songwriter, she has written and released four albums and a film soundtrack, reaching audiences
worldwide.

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Emerging from Dublin, and no strangers to the Scott’s Jazz Club stage, ChiefKeegan released their debut album, The Piles High Club in early 2024 which is garnering rave reviews and showcasing their tight grooves and catchy hooks.

The quartet of keyboardist Luke Dunford, guitarist Mark Dudley, bassist Alan Elliott, and drummer Cian Hanley have quickly established itself on the Irish music scene and have brought their "feel-good music” to festivals such as Electric Picnic, Cork Jazz Festival, and the Bray Jazz Festival as well astouring relentlessly across Ireland.

Never an act to cool their heels, the band has also released 3 EPs which received countrywide adoration and the attention of such fellow luminaries as Eddie Roberts, Eddie Barbash, Big Sam Williams, Scott Amendola, Joe Marcinack, Funkwrench Blues, Richard Farrell and Mélia, whom have all added their personal sonic mojo to various Chief Keegan recordings.

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From Chicago roots to New York jazz royalty, US pianist Greg Murphy has carved a path through the world of music, bridging generations with innovation and fearless creativity. A longtime collaborator with Coltrane drummer Rashied Ali, Greg has shared stages with everyone from Ornette Coleman to Carlos Santana. His piano work spans continents and styles, earning him two #1 JazzWeek albums—Bright Idea (2019) and Snap Happy(2025)—plus an Oscar-nominated soundtrack credit. With grooves that stretch from classic to cutting-edge, Greg remains a vital voice in modern jazz.

Joining Greg for his second outing at Scott’s Jazz Club are three of Ireland’s most celebrated improvisers: Dr. Linley Hamilton on trumpet,Cormac O’Brien on bass and Shane O’Donovan on drums. This promises to be a spectacular evening of hard-hitting piano jazz by its finest exponents!

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The Tommy Halferty Quartet brings together four of the finest jazz musicians in Ireland today for an unforgettable summer tour across Ireland in June 2026. At its heart is Tommy Halferty, the legendary jazz guitarist, bandleader, composer and educator whose career has shaped the Irish jazz scene for over four decades. Born in Derry and based in Dublin, Tommy’s guitar voice is tonally rich, brimming with bebop lines and lyrical invention, and he’s shared stages with international icons from Lee Konitz to Benny Golson. 

Joining him are Kevin Brady on drums, one of Ireland’s most creative and in-demand jazz drummers and educators; Dave Redmond on electric & double bass, a cornerstone of contemporary Irish jazz rhythm sections, and Scott Flanigan on Fender Rhodes whose harmonically lush touch adds unique colour and groove to the Quartet’s sound.

Critics have described Tommy’s ensembles as “excellent musicianship… a fine lesson in the art of the jazz guitar trio” — and with the Quartet’s expanded lineup for 2026, audiences can expect even bolder improvisations, refined interplay and improvisation. 

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English saxophonist Aaron will be mixing classics from Cole Porter to Miles Davis to Airto Moreira with choices originals from his critically acclaimed debut album Nylon Man.

After a ten-year stint in Manchester, Liddard spent twenty years in the London session scene, working for Amy Winehouse, Bob Geldof and Beverley Knight, and performing with Prince, and Maceo Parker. In 2022 Aaron released his debut album, Nylon Man to critical acclaim, including the front cover of the legendary Blues and Soul Magazine. Liddard and Flanigan will play a specially curated set combining key tracks from Nylon Man with sublime acoustic classics, edgy electric and Latin jazz standards and  Expect warmth, fire, dialogue and playfulness....!

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Lee Meehan is a Dublin-based jazz/blues guitarist and vocalist who has been a dynamic force on Ireland's music scene for over 20 years. A Newpark Music Centre/DCU graduate, he has shared stages with top Irish and international artists at major venues and festivals, including Sligo Jazz, Cork Jazz, and Electric Picnic, Vicar st, The Olympia. His acclaimed 2023 debut album, Some Of Us Are Looking At The Stars, blends soulful originals with a fresh take on Tadd Dameron's "On a Misty Night," featuring an all-star Irish lineup. Praised by critics like Scott Yanow and named one of 2024's best jazz releases (All About Jazz), Meehan's star continues to rise as a performer, composer, and band leader.

Joining Lee will be our co-founder Scott Flanigan on Hammond organ, and fiery Dublin drummer Shane O’Donovan.

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Belfast‑based pianist Jozef Dani is a world‑class Slovak musician, celebrated for virtuosic playing and original compositions. Dedicating himself to music from an early age, Jozef’s playing is deeply influenced by Cuban pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba and the late-great Chick Corea. Jozef has toured extensively across Europe and has recorded with the likes of Eugen Vizvary, among many others.

Joining Jozef will be rising bass star Phil Acheson, and one of Belfast’s most outstanding drummers, Brazilian-born Henrique Franco.

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