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Features

On the poly-semantic nature of jazz as body music: Initiation into Jazz Dance with motion artist Lea.

Jazz dancer Elena Tatarenkova, who performs under the stage name of Lea, talks about her latest project, "Jazzing Bodies" and much more. Interview by guest contributor Taliya Hafiz.

Brick Lane Jazz Festival, Various Venues, London,  Friday 24th April 2026.

Guest contributor Colin May enjoys the energy of the second day of he 2026 Brick Lane Jazz Festival.

Music Spoken Here, Worcester celebrates fourth birthday.

Instigated by Dave Fuller in 2022 Music Spoken Here presents contemporary jazz, fusion, funk and soul on a fortnightly basis at The Marr's Bar, Worcester.

Jazz a Juan 2026 - A Preview.

Colin May looks ahead to the 65th edition of the French jazz festival Jazz a Juan, which will take place in July 2026, and interviews two of its organisers, Reno di Matteo and Maryline Bailly.

In Memoriam - Dani Harris (1988 – 2026),  Ralph Towner (1940 – 2026),  Richie Beirach (1947 – 2026).

"Jazz is a community. We all feel sadness when a member of that community passes, never mind how well or how remotely we knew them". Ian Mann reflects on three jazz lives that ended in January 2026.

6th Annual Bath Jazz Weekend, Widcombe Social Club, Bath, Sunday 11th January 2026.

Ian Mann enjoys the final day of the Weekend and performances by the Rebecca Nash / Alex Merritt Duo, Elliot Galvin's 'The Ruin'' and the Emily Tran Quintet.

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Jazz Mann News

EFG London Jazz Festival announces new names for 2026 including Goldie, Mariza, Caravan Palace, Gerald Clayton and Kyoto Jazz Massive.

Friday, June 05, 2026

The EFG London Jazz Festival has announced a new wave artists scheduled to appear at the Festival, which will take place at venues across the city 13 - 22 November 2026.

SMOKE Jazz Club, New York City, Programme for July 2026.

Friday, June 05, 2026

SMOKE Jazz Club has announced its schedule for July 2026. Performers include Terney Sutton, Emmet Cohen, Jane Monheit, Eric Scott Reed, Cyrus Chestnut, René Marie, Randy Brecker, Houston Person.

Blue Note Records Announces Signing of Pianist and Producer Kiefer.

Thursday, June 04, 2026

Blue Note has signed pianist & producer Kiefer who will release his debut solo album in the autumn. Kiefer will also be touring with two UK dates in July 2026 followed by other shows in Europe & USA.

Jazz Gigs & Events

Battersea Jazz Festival, various venues, Battersea, London.

Wednesday, June 03, 2026 - Saturday, June 13, 2026

Lichfield Jazz Weekender at The Hub @ St Mary’s and other venues, Lichfield, Staffs.

Thursday, June 04, 2026 - Sunday, June 07, 2026

Sarah Jane Eveleigh Quinte, lunchtime event at Guildford Jazz, The High Clandon Estate Vineyard, Guildford, Surrey

Saturday, June 06, 2026

We Are Children (We Make Sound) Album Launch at St Michael and All Angels Church, Bath Road, London, W4.

Saturday, June 06, 2026

Jack J Hutchinson at Mid Wales Rhythm & Blues Club, The Muse, Brecon.

Saturday, June 06, 2026