606 Jazz Club, Chelsea, London - Programme for November 2026.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Laura Thorne of the 606 Club has forwarded details of the venue's programme for November 2026, including events forming part of the 2026 EFG London Jazz Festival.
Laura Thorne writes;
606 Club Live Music Since 1976: EFG London Jazz Festival Programme + November Shows
Hello all you connoisseurs of culture and lovers of live music – greetings from the 606 in Chelsea, known for presenting the best jazz, soul, Latin, groove, R&B & blues musicians in the UK bar none.
Our 50th Anniversary Festival has been the focus of our attentions over this last 10 days and we’ve been going like the clappers around here! Special thanks to everyone who has been giving us 50th Anniversary love - you know who you are.
Here are a couple video posts from the Festival thus far:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DehauP0S1nV/
https://www.instagram.com/p/DehtIhhtH-T/
https://www.instagram.com/p/DeZ8Gpnq3J8/
But November is just around the corner so please let me take this opportunity to send you our November programme, which of course includes our EFG London Jazz Festival shows taking place from Friday 13th to Sunday 22nd : https://www.606club.co.uk/efglondonjazzfest/
Or view all of our November events here: https://www.606club.co.uk/events/
As we do every year, the Club will be closed in December from the 24th through the 30th so we can take a good long nap. We are open on New Year’s Eve with Imaani https://www.606club.co.uk/events/view/new-years-eve-2026-with-imaani/ , closed New Year’s Day and then open from the 2nd January as normal. Details to follow in our next mail along with our December listings.
606 CLUB – NOVEMBER 2026 GIG GUIDE
Sun 1st 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: THE CLOCK WINDERS
‘The Clock Winders’ turn back time with a nostalgic repertoire of swing, jazz and acoustic country music. Joyous vocal harmonies, bouncing upright bass and mellifluous bop guitar combine to create an enchanting old timey show perfect for bringing out your inner hepcat. Make time with ‘The Clock Winders,’ featuring the vocals and acoustic guitar of Nina Clark, Sam Dunn on electric guitar, Ben Somers on vocals and upright bass and Simon Roth drums.
“Sun-tinged…Nina Clark is cultivating a sound that marks her out from the crowd…” The Independent on Sunday
Sun 1st 8:00pm DANA GILLESPIE & THE LONDON BLUES BAND ***2026 UK BLUES FEDERATION HALL OF FAME***
A five-time winner of Blues Connection and Blueprint Magazine’s “Top British Female Blues Vocalist” Award, blues singer Dana Gillespie has now entered their Hall of Fame. And if that weren’t enough, just this month the UK Blues Federation named her to their Hall of Fame as well, confirming her iconic status! Appearing with the London Blues Band featuring Dino Baptiste on piano & vocals, Dana’s music is full of style, character and most of all, heart. Quintessential Blues at its very best.
“…she literally beats the pants off anything done by a British bluesman these last 10 years” Essential Blues
Mon 2nd 8:00pm DOM PIPKIN’S ALL STAR NEW ORLEANS TRIO
Influenced by the likes of Dr John and Professor Longhair, pianist/singer Dom Pipkin is widely regarded as one of Europe’s finest New Orleans-inspired artists. Delivering an authentic take on a highly infectious blend of blues, gospel, street and jazz that is uniquely New Orleans, he has a stellar list of international festivals, radio and TV appearances to his name with fans ranging from Hugh Laurie to Jamie Cullum. A night of powerful, high-energy music.
“One of the world’s greatest exponents of New Orleans piano” Blues in Britain
Tue 3rd 8:00pm MALIKA COLLECTIVE
Describing their music as “a sonic tapestry, woven through energetic groove & threads of intricately crafted melody” Malika Collective is a dynamic London-based ensemble inspired by genres from blues to rock, Afrobeat, soul, electronic and dance music. Led by George Risk-guitar and featuring George Garford-sax/flute; Henry Lawry-keys; Nee Mantse-bass, Salim Akki-drums and Samuel Owusu-percussion the band blends timeless elements of jazz improvisation with the electric sounds of synths & effects for a distinctive & hip mashup of old and new. They have released a number of singles, including “Risky Bizz”, “Dwell”, “Insight” & their latest, “Tide”, performing at venues such as Hootananny Brixton, The Royal Albert Deptford, the Crypt in Camberwell and Pizza Express. Featuring new material from their next album “Never Knowing” Malika Collective’s music adeptly captures the feel and energy of the current London scene.
Wed 4th 8:00pm *ALBUM LAUNCH* - JON GEE QUINTET FT DENYS BAPTISTE & ADAM GLASSER
The award-winning pianist/singer Jonathan Gee is a long established and respected bandleader and sought-after sideman who includes work with the likes of Joe Lovano, Mark Murphy, Benny Golson and Claire Martin. With Tony Kofi, he co-founded the Monk Liberation Front, whose performances of the complete Thelonious Monk catalogue are the stuff of legend, while his more recent collaborations with leading musicians from France, Finland & Italy have proven to be equally inspired and delightful. And if that weren’t enough, he packed out Dizzy’s at Lincoln Center with his New York-based trio. Tonight’s show however celebrates Jon’s latest recording, “Livorto”, the 12th of his career. Along with new compositions from the album, there will be a taste of Jonathan’s Monk, Beatles and Shorter specialties and a couple of vocal numbers as well. Joined by special guests, Denys Baptiste on tenor sax (McCoy Tyner, Incognito, Courtney Pine), and Adam Glasser (Hugh Masekela, Sting, Joe Zawinul & Abdullah Ibrahim) harmonica along with his UK trio, Mikele Montolli and Tristan Maillot-drums we can’t wait to hear this superb, world-class lineup as they debut this exciting new set.
“Gee…his breathlessly sparkling originality shines through” Jazzwise; “
[Gee] a performer of flexibility, resourcefulness and technical command to rival any of his generation” Guardian;
“Denys Baptiste…icon of British jazz” Time Magazine;
“[Adam Glasser]...has brought a truly unique voice and idiom to the constantly evolving language of jazz” AllAboutJazz
Thu 5th 8:00pm RAY GELATO/SIMON SPILLETT
Ray Gelato and Simon Spillett are both well-loved cornerstones of the UK jazz scene, Ray with his hugely popular Giants (and his recent, brilliant appearance on ‘The Voice’!), Simon with his big band and quartet and tonight they come together to celebrate a shared passion for the tenor saxophone. Expect an exciting night of music drawing in blues, ballads and bop, delivered with refreshingly contrasting styles but always with the emphasis on swing. Admirers of the rich tradition of jazz tenor, their repertoire focuses upon the core elements of great songs and a hard swinging rhythm section. If you love the classic, melodic, swinging sax sounds of US masters such as Ben Webster, Coleman Hawkins & Gene Ammons then you’ll love this! And expect plenty of on-stage fun too, as these two fine musicians retain the ideal of jazz as entertainment.
“Britain’s “Godfather of Swing”, singer and saxophonist Ray Gelato” Observer;
“Spillett’s playing was rhapsodic, open and rich” UK Jazz News
Fri 6th 9:00pm ALEC HARPER
Alec Harper has established himself as one of the leading tenor saxophonists of his generation. Formerly a member of the wildly popular UK outfit Kansas Smittys, you can also find him fronting his own group or appearing as an in-demand sideman for artists such as Tom Misch & Soft Cell. He has performed with the likes of Jamie Cullum, the WDR Big Band (Cologne) and at venues around the world, including North Sea Jazz Festival, the Albert Hall, Ronnie Scott’s & Dizzy’s (NYC). Tonight he brings his All-Star, swinging quintet to the Club featuring James Copus-trumpet, Liam Noble-piano, Ferg Ireland-bass & James Madden-drums.
“Harper…a leading contender among the heavies” BeBop Spoken Here
Sat 7th 9:00pm TOM SMITH
Working with the likes of Grammy Award-winner Maria Schneider & saxophonist Donny McCaslin (David Bowie) renowned saxophonist Tom Smith has established himself as a performer of flair and passion. As well as his fluent and impressive playing Tom is also a well-respected composer and arranger with two critically acclaimed albums to his name, his latest, “A Year In The Life” with his Big Band being listed in the Guardian’s top 10 Jazz albums of the Year. For this show Tom brings his hard swinging quartet to the 606 to perform a mix of Tom’s original music plus some of his favourite songs from jazz history. He describes the set as “drawing inspiration from films and stories to take you on a journey filled with soaring melodies, heavy swing and edge-of-your seat improvisation”.
“Smith…something really special…great writing, terrific playing” UK Jazz News;
“Tom Smith…a gifted…artist.” John Fordham, Jazzwise
Sun 8th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: LAUREN BUSH
Canadian-born but London-based, jazz vocalist Lauren Bush returns to the Club with her outstanding band following a highly successful Canadian tour. Known for her impeccable phrasing, fluid scatting and fresh approach to the jazz tradition, Lauren has been praised internationally for both her recordings and her captivating live performances. Today she will be joined by Liam Dunachie-piano, Tom Farmer-bass & Dave Ingamells-drums for an afternoon of reimagined standards and original music. Expect songs drawn from all three of Lauren’s acclaimed albums, including her latest release “Tide Rises”, delivered with warmth and swing.
“Bush…powerfully voiced…quietly intense, deeply thoughtful” UK Jazz News
Sun 8th 8:00pm LIFFORD SHILLINGFORD
Widely celebrated as one of the UK’s leading vocalists, Lifford Shillingford first rose to prominence through his standout collaboration with Artful Dodger on the chart-topping hit “Please Don’t Turn Me On.” Since then, his career has gone from strength to strength—from earning a Golden Buzzer from Alesha Dixon on Britain’s Got Talent to captivating audiences worldwide with his unmistakable voice. His impressive musical history includes touring with Gabrielle and East 17, performing with the acclaimed group Public Demand and subsequent collabs with standout bands such as Incognito. Join Lifford and his band for a memorable evening of soulful vocals and timeless grooves!
“(Lifford) raised the roof and induced goose bumps with his impassioned, soulful rendition” Daily Telegraph;
“…Raw, heart and soul” Alesha Dixon
Mon 9th 8:00pm THUNDERTHUMBS PLAY QUINCY JONES
Join us to celebrate great Soul and Funk songs with “Thunderthumbs”, the 10-piece band led by bassist Phil Mulford and inspired by the great US bassist Louis Johnson and the iconic producer Quincy Jones (Sarah Vaughan, George Benson, Aretha and so many more). The gig features three brilliant singers, Jacqui Hicks & Debbie Bracknell (Shakatak) & Simon Foster (Flying Pickets), a deeply grooving rhythm section and powerhouse horns! Tonight the band will be performing songs from two extraordinary albums produced by Quincy: “The Dude” and “Off the Wall” (Michael Jackson). Epic!
“Hicks…one of the most soulful singers in Britain” MU Magazine;
“Take Stevie Wonder, Joe Cocker, that dude from The Commitments…roll them up into one and you get…the virtuosity that Simon Foster shows” RARB.org
Tue 10th 8:00pm DAN REINSTEIN
American-born saxophonist Dan Reinstein first began playing at the old 606 Club when a medical student in the 1980’s. He returned to the US in the early 90s to become one of the world’s leading laser eye surgeons (he’s now Professor Reinstein). But when he returned to London, it was great to hear his fluent, classic hard-bop, muscular sax playing again and the rest, as they say, is history - Dan & his quartet - Tim Lapthorn-piano, Steve Rose-bass & Mark Mondesir-drums - have performed here for the last 23 years. The repertoire consists of best-loved jazz standards from the 50’s through the 90’s from artists including Miles, Hancock, Silver and more
. “…impressive hard-bop saxophonist” Time Out
Wed 11th 8:00pm NIGEL PRICE/LORNE LOFSKY
Nigel Price is a highly skilled guitarist as well as an accomplished composer whose swinging bebop approach combined with flawless control is a delight. He has played on more than 50 albums, spent ten years with acid jazz outfit the Filthy Six, was a member of James Taylor’s jazz/funk band and has appeared at Ronnie Scott’s over 600 times. As leader he has recorded 9 albums and has received the Parliamentary Jazz Award for Best Jazz Ensemble and the British Jazz Award for ‘Best Small Group’. Tonight he will be appearing with his Special guest, the Award-winning Canadian guitar legend Lorne Lofsky. An internationally recognized jazz guitarist, Lorne has been performing professionally for more than 40 years. He has played and recorded with a quite remarkable number of iconic jazz musicians, including Chet Baker, Dizzy Gillespie, Tal Farlow, Johnny Hartman, Clark Terry, Larry Coryell, Joey DeFrancesco, Ray Brown, Rosemary Clooney and Dave Holland. But he is perhaps best known for the time he spent with the great jazz pianist Oscar Peterson, including numerous tours and featuring on three of Oscar’s albums. Accompanied by Jeremy Brown-bass & Joel Barford-drums these two exceptional guitarists will play music from their new album, “Lorne Lofsky/Nigel Price Quartet ‘Live at The Globe’”, along with whatever else takes their fancy. This is a must see for any jazz guitar enthusiast.
“Lofsky…a masterful improviser with a warm, appealing tone…full of daring choices and dazzling solo turns” Jazz Times;
“Lofsky…masterful technique and exquisite touch” Downbeat;
“Very few players could manage playing as fluent, imaginative and technically impeccable as Price” Evening Standard;
“Price…inventiveness, originality & ensemble playing…terrific” Guardian
Thu 12th 8:00pm FRASER URQUHART QUARTET FT. SAM BRAYSHER
Born and raised in Edinburgh, Fraser Urquhart is rapidly becoming one of the UK’s foremost jazz pianists. Cutting his teeth on the vibrant Scottish jazz scene, his fluent and exciting playing has been heard at all the major jazz venues as well as the Edinburgh & and Glasgow Jazz Festivals, both in his own right and as accompanist to a host of high-profile jazz musicians such the Award-winning Scottish vocalist Georgia Cecile. Joined by Tom Farmer-bass, Matt Skelton-drums & special guest, the highly regarded, tasteful alto saxophonist Sam Braysher, this swinging, stellar quartet will play favourite standards from the Great American Songbook with a focus on two iconic composers: Richard Rodgers and George Gershwin. A fantastic choice for fans of classic melodic jazz & highly recommended.
“Urquhart…unfailingly elegant piano playing” Bebop Spoken Here;
“Extremely tasty sound at the piano” Jamie Cullum, BBC;
“Braysher’s cool, modernist twist on old songs is just superb” Jazz Journal
EFG LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL-13-22 NOVEMBER
Fri 13th 9:00pm IMAANI WITH SPECIAL GUEST POLLY GIBBONS
A terrific singer in the Soul/R&B tradition Imaani’s worldwide tours, television, live and studio output includes work with the likes of Gloria Gaynor, Carleen Anderson and Beverley Knight. She first came to prominence as the UK’s 1998 entrant to the Eurovision Song contest (one of the better choices!) where she was runner up, going on to produce a highly successful single that charted around the world. She then moved on to work with Dub Conspiracy (with whom she again charted). But currently, she is probably best known as one of the featured singers with the iconic band “Incognito”, of which she’s been a member for more than 20 years. Undoubtedly one of the finest Soul singers in Europe this is a rare chance to hear this giant of the UK Soul scene with her brilliant band featuring her Special Guest, Polly Gibbons. One of the most respected and talked-about singers of her generation, Polly is a consummate performer with a rich, soulful voice and a truly distinctive style. As much at home singing tender jazz ballads as she is rockin’ R&B classics, she was nominated for Vocalist of the Year by both Jazz FM and the BBC, recorded three critically acclaimed albums for US label Resonance and toured extensively, notably performing at the Montreal Jazz Festival and the legendary Birdland Jazz Club, NYC. In 2022, Polly fulfilled a long-standing ambition with the release of “As It Is” - her album of all-original songs written by Polly alongside co-producer and Artistic Director of Ronnie Scott’s, James Pearson. The promise of these two magnificent singers joined up together with their band is sensational indeed – not to be missed!
“The magnificent vocals of Imaani” DJ Times;
“Imaani…standout” JjazzproJect;
“Polly Gibbons is unmistakably a class act” Guardian;
“[Gibbons] A truly exceptional…talent, possessing a voice of such sizzling intensity and raw emotion you could fry an egg on it” Jazzwise
Sat 14th 9:00pm PETER KING MEMORIAL SAX SUMMIT FT MORNINGTON LOCKETT, TOMMASO STARACE, KAREN SHARP & DONOVAN HAFFER WITH THE ROB BARRON TRIO
Tonight we will be hosting an evening dedicated to one of the greatest saxophonists the UK has ever produced, the brilliant alto player Peter King, who very sadly passed away in 2020. After taking the scene by storm in the early 1960’s with the Ronnie Scott quintet, Peter went on to establish himself unequivocally as one of the finest alto saxophonists in the world. He led our Sax Summit for well over a decade and so we have renamed this evening the Peter King Memorial Sax Summit in his honour. This remarkable gig features a breathtaking 4-sax front line, showcasing the talents of four outstanding jazz saxophonists, each with their own unique sound and approach. Taking over the reins as leader is the great UK saxophonist Mornington Lockett, who himself performed at the Club with Peter for many years. One of the UK’s leading tenor sax players Mornington is a former member of the Ronnie Scott quintet, has worked with singer Sarah Jane Morris and the Tracey’s - Stan and Clark - and was the driving force behind the brilliant “Celebrating the Jazz Couriers” quintet. He can be seen regularly at the Club with his own group. Alto saxophonist Tommaso Starace has performed at many of the top European jazz clubs and festivals and his fluent, hard-bop influenced playing has been heard with a notable cohort of international jazz musicians, including Billy Cobham, David Liebman and Kenny Wheeler. With 11 albums to his name (the latest just launched at the Club) it’s a pleasure to welcome this impressive, highly respected, player to the Sax Summit this evening. A prominent figure on the UK Jazz scene since moving to London in 2000, the multi-Award-winning Karen Sharp is universally admired for her melodic yet distinctive, saxophone playing. A member of the iconic UK trumpet player Humphrey Lyttelton’s band, she’s since appeared as a soloist with an impressive array of high-profile artists, including the likes of US stars Scott Hamilton, Warren Vache and Bucky Pizzarelli as well as with larger ensembles such as the Guy Barker Big Band at the BBC Proms and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra. A nominee in the Rising Star category of the US Downbeat Critics Poll, she has won the British Jazz Award on several occasions. Up-and-coming Alto saxophonist Donovan Haffner already has, in his burgeoning career, won the ‘Breakthrough Act of the Year’ category at the Jazz FM Awards 2026, the ‘Martin Hummel’ Parliamentary Jazz Award 2026 & ‘Jazz Newcomer’ Award 2025 and Tina May Young Musician Award 2026. His debut album “Alleviate” has further confirmed his tremendous ability and talent. This stunning lineup will be accompanied by one of the UK’s leading jazz pianists Rob Barron (Al Jarreau, Patti Austin, Marlena Shaw) & his trio featuring Calum Gourlay-bass & Mark Taylor-drums.
“Lockett…plays with tremendous fluency and drive” Evening Standard;
“Starace is on fire” Bebop Spoken Here;
“Sharp loves melody, whether composed or improvised, as reflected in her relaxed and natural phrasing” Downbeat;
“’Alleviate’ is an absolutely awesome debut… [Donovan] has blossomed into a really special musician” Tony Minvielle, Jazz FM/One Jazz
Sun 15th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: WORLD HEART BEAT & THE JULIAN JOSEPH ACADEMY PRESENT ‘TOGETHER WE GO FORWARD’
Long standing partners in music education, the World Heart Beat and Julian Joseph Jazz Academies join together to showcase the talents of their students at the 606 for this special EFG London Jazz Festival performance. World Heart Beat’s jazz curriculum is spearheaded by the exemplary work of internationally renowned British jazz musicians such as Tony Kofi and Byron Wallen, as well benefitting from the energy of the new generation of jazz musicians including pianist Ayo Vincent, trombonist Wilf Diamond, and vocalist Ava Joseph. World Heart Beat students are exposed to specialist jazz programmes at Julian Joseph Jazz Academy, whilst JJJA students are given opportunity at World Heart Beat to expand their experience with opportunities in recording and live performance, as well as extra development in classical music, orchestra, Indian tabla, Latin and playing in the 51st State Big Band, performances and mentoring opportunities. In addition, World Heart Beat recently opened a state of the art venue in their new Embassy Gardens location, equipped with the innovative and groundbreaking d&b Soundscape technology which allows students to further push their musical boundaries. This afternoon, expect a wonderful programme where young, soulful, and talented jazz musicians from the two academies play a mix of standards and jazz standards. Previous alumni of both academies have gone on to win Jazz FM Awards, Berklee scholarships, and the BBC Young Jazz Musician of The Year, so if you want to be the first catch the next generation of jazz musicians, this is most definitely the gig for you.
Sun 15th 8:00pm SANDRA-MAE LUX
Canadian vocalist/sax player Sandra-Mae Lux brings her stunning show “Celebrating the American Songbook – Old and New” to the Club! Branded a “Canadian jazz legend” by Petroc Trelawny on BBC Radio 3 and picked by Jazzwise for their 2026 “Shape of Jazz to Come” list, Sandra-Mae makes a triumphant return to the 606 for this special London Jazz Festival night. An award-winning songwriter, vocalist and excellent saxophonist she was widely regarded as one of the most talented musicians of her generation in her native Canada. On moving to London she first made her mark with her debut album “Happily Ever Now” (2020) which explored jazz, funk, and soul grooves. However, in the last couple of years Sandra-Mae has gone back to her jazz roots, concentrating on her songwriting as well as performing, creating an outstanding album of new, contemporary, American Songbook style material, “Seasons in Jazz”, which has received rave reviews. Packed full of swinging numbers bound to raise a smile, atmospheric ballads to bring a tear and everything in between, it’s a delightful mix of jazz standards, old and new and perfect for this London Jazz Festival evening. Sandra’s live shows are a rarity, so don’t miss this opportunity to see this fantastic performer in this intimate setting.
“This hugely impressive collection of original songs draws from the Great American Songbook tradition, with storytelling at its core.” Jazzwise “★★★★ Editor’s Choice; “Great lyrics, beautiful music, beautifully sung.” Radio 3; “Lux is clearly an artist with flash and flair” The Vancouver Sun; “Superb” JFSR Radio
Mon 16th 8:00pm DIARRA WALCOTT-IVANHOE
Growing up in London, pianist Diarra Walcott-Ivanhoe has had a rich and diverse musical upbringing that exposed him to Jazz, Soul, Reggae, Calypso and Soca, while developing a love of the American jazz tradition as well as the contemporary jazz scenes of New York and London. An alum of Goldsmiths College, his appreciation of these different styles ultimately led to performances at venues such as the Jazz Café, Royal Albert Hall and Westminster Cathedral. The showcase of the programme this evening will be a brand-new suite of original, through-composed music based around the narrative of personal joy and loss. Citing US Blue Note artist Joel Ross’ “Parable of the Poet” album as an inspiration, the suite includes a mix of meticulously arranged material, side by side with featured extended solos from each of the performers. The band features fellow exciting up-and-coming players such as Kassa Green-Jakcsi-sax, Klara Devlin-trumpet, Christ-Stéphane Boizi-trombone, Jonny Mansfield-vibraphone, Tom Sheen-bass and Luke McCarthy-drums (several of which are current or former students of the highly regarded UK youth jazz education programmes Tomorrow’s Warriors and the Julian Joseph Academy). Diarra has performed regularly at the Club this past couple of years, impressing with his talent and building a following as one to watch!
“the impressive pianist Walcott-Ivanhoe…included a lyrical piano solo…inspired” The Jazz Mann
Tue 17th 8:00pm JACKSON MATHOD
Jackson Mathod is a trumpet player and singer who, over the last 15 years or so, has established his reputation as a highly creative, multifaceted musician who successfully embraces a host of different genres. With influences ranging from Miles Davis to Dub and Hip Hop he includes work with artist as diverse as UK jazz great Julian Joseph to performing with Stormzy at Glastonbury. His 2021 album ‘Travels in a Confined Space’, which he described as having a simple and universal message “have fun, move, and enjoy”, was featured by the likes of BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing, Jazz FM & Jamie Cullum. Tonight, along with his band Leif Maine-guitar, Daniele Gulino-bass and Jack Robson-drums he will be featuring, amongst many other groove laden originals, material from his new record “Mirage” which he describes as “a guitar-driven departure from his previous work”, exploring “the age of information and illusion through a psychedelic lens, drawing on influences from Jimi Hendrix to Jeff Buckley, trip-hop and beyond.” Lauded by the likes of Jamz Supernova, Mary Anne Hobbs and Jordan Rakei, Jackson’s shows are both exuberant and captivating.
“Mathod …compelling…talented…masterful” Vibe Rating;
“Jackson’s… ability to convey truth in his solos is a tonic and his potential as an artist excites me” Julian Joseph;
“Unstoppable” Jazzwise
Wed 18th 8:00pm A NIGHT OF BRAZILIAN DELIGHTS WITH SAMARA FT LIGIA CABRAL
Tonight we present an evening celebrating the joyous and rhythmical delights of classic Brazilian MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) with the 606 Club’s outstanding Brazilian band “Samara”. Featuring the brilliant Brazilian vocalist Ligia Cabral alongside the powerful piano artistry of Neil Angilley and the swinging flute of the 606 Club’s “Gov’nor” Steve Rubie, the band take you on a road trip around Brazil, with music from the South, the North, the North East and beyond. Hear the stories behind some of Brazil’s classic songs and join the band as they perform an infectious blend of Brazilian Samba, Baião, jazz & Latin…everyone has a great time!
“Cracking Latin-jazz quintet…explores…[Brazilian]…classics in great rhythmic style” Time Out
Thu 19th 8:00pm PETE ROTH TRIO WITH BILL BRUFORD
German expat guitarist Pete Roth’s first album ‘Meridian’, released in 2010, went a long way to establishing this fluent and interesting guitarist as a name to watch. Since then he has gone on to collaborate with a significant number of high-profile artists on the UK scene, both as a sideman and bandleader, as well as releasing several more albums under his own name. Tonight he brings to the Club his latest band, the Pete Roth Trio, playing an eclectic and exciting mix of material, from his own excellent originals influenced by the likes of John Scofield through the Trio’s collective compositions to jazz standards and the reassembling of existing masterworks such as Anton Dvorak’s ‘Largo from Symphony #9’. Also featured are Mike Pratt (Liane Carroll, Dave O’Higgins)-bass and a musician who was voted into Modern Drummer magazine’s Hall of Fame (1990), named by Rolling Stone magazine as the 16th Greatest Drummer of All Time (2016) and inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, the iconic drummer Bill Bruford. Known for his remarkable playing with prog rock bands Yes & King Crimson, Bill’s jazz credentials are also extensive, including work with the likes of Ralph Towner as well as more than 20 years with different iterations of his own jazz band Earthworks, which at various times featured the likes of Django Bates, Tim Garland, Patrick Clahar and Gwilym Simcock. Great high energy trio this.
“Roth…stunning soloing… an earthy blues/jazz feel” The Jazz Mann;
“They know the rules and want to break them. Not in order to be perverse or trendy, but so that they can put something rich, worthwhile and fun back into jazz soil.” Edinburgh Music
Fri 20th 9:00pm EDGAR MACIAS’ BUENA VISTA BAND with special guests DIOSDADO HECHAVARRIA & ERNESTO UQUILLAS
UK-based Venezuelan pianist Edgar Macias has established himself as a sought-after pianist in a variety of musical styles, from jazz to salsa. His vast and impressive cv includes work with the likes of Wynton Marsalis, David Murray, Scott Hamilton and Bobby Wellins and tonight he will be showcasing his tribute to the iconic Cuban band The Buena Vista Social Club. The band and the Grammy-winning album of the same name released in 1996 became a worldwide phenomenon, selling over 8 million records. Featuring Chris Bowden-sax, Mike Green-bass/vocals, Miles Levin-drums, Néstor Pedrales-percussion/vocals plus two Special Guests for this special EFG London Jazz Festival show, Cuban percussionist/conguero Diosdado Hechavarría and Venezuelan vocalist/guitarist Ernesto “Renán” Uquillas this project is Edgar’s “take” on that album, offering fresh and inspired arrangements playing to the strengths of this superb ensemble. The result is not a replica, but a living, breathing reimagining of the music—where improvisation, rhythmic dialogue, and cross-cultural influences bring fresh energy to these celebrated compositions. If you like Latin music you will love this!
“Edgar Macias…played superbly throughout” Independent
Sat 21st 9:00pm ALEX HITCHCOCK QUARTET FT JASPER BLOM
Bringing together two of Europe’s leading tenor saxophonists and composers, London-born Alex Hitchcock and Amsterdam-based Jasper Blom present a rare meeting of original music from artists whose careers have developed at the forefront of the international jazz scene. Hitchcock, an Ivor Novello-nominated composer whose albums have been recognised by NPR, Stereogum, Jazzwise & BBC Jazz World (“leading the charge in terms of new jazz music being created in the UK”), joins forces with Blom, a two-time European Jazz Award recipient, for a rare opportunity to hear their original music side by side. Between them they have performed and recorded with artists including Lee Konitz, Chet Baker, George Duke, Randy Crawford, Kirk Lightsey, Jesse van Ruller, Jeff Ballard and Jasper Høiby, bringing together two internationally celebrated careers from the European and UK jazz worlds in a collaboration that showcases both composers’ music and the rich possibilities of the two-tenor tradition. Superb modern jazz.
“Hitchcock combines an awesome technical facility with a keen ear to detect and assimilate a range of classic and contemporary influences…” Jazz Views;
Hitchcock…a fantastic talent…undoubtedly one of the stars of the future” Jazz FM;
“Blom is one of the Netherlands’ most prominent, forward-thinking saxophonist-composers in contemporary jazz” All About Jazz
Sun 22nd 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: THE DIVAS-RACHEL SUTTON, LILY DIOR & VIMALA ROSE
Following their past triumphs at previous EFG London Jazz Festivals, we have asked three of our favourite singers to perform both separately and together in what is becoming a Festival tradition! With a rich tone and sense of swing, Rachel Sutton performs her own arrangements of classics from The American Songbook, together with her beautiful original compositions. Her album “A Million Conversations” was received with considerable acclaim and she released her highly-anticipated second record, ‘Realms’ which Jazz Views hailed as ‘utterly and completely engaging’. An expat Australian singer now settled in London, Lily Dior comes with an impressive and extensive cv. Her debut album ‘Invitation’ received universal praise and put Lily firmly on the Australian music map. “She can… dramatize a lyric, swing hard and earthy, flirt, sing a tender song - Lily can tell a story” ABC. One of Australia’s foremost vocalists she’s performed at major festivals and venues in New York, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong and of course London and shared the stage with a who’s who of world-class musicians including Oscar Castro Neves, Dale Barlow and James Morrison. The enthralling singer Vimala Rowe’s style has been described as a mix of “jazz sophistication and swing, soulful passion and a hint of Indian exoticism”. Based for 9 years in Bangkok she then spent a year in India studying northern Indian Classical vocals. Now back in England she’s celebrated on the UK jazz scene, working with artists including John Etheridge and appearing in the musical theatre show Café Society Swing. Accompanied by a terrific rhythm section led by Roland Perrin-piano, each singer will perform a set of their own and these three friends will then join together for a brilliant finale. A delightful, fun-filled and unique afternoon of great music.
“[Rachel Sutton]…immaculate vocals and bursting-with-life stage presence…a must see” Cabaret Scenes;
“Dior’s voice has the depth, control and clarity of Gregory Porter” KindofJazz;
“Vimala Rowe is sensational” The Arts Desk
8:00pm LIANE CARROLL
Winner BBC Jazz Awards 2005/6 & Parliamentary Jazz Awards Musician of the Year 2008 The first artist ever to win two BBC Jazz Awards in the same year, for Best Vocalist and Best of Jazz, Liane Carroll is a dynamic vocalist and pianist whose amazing talent has been captivating audiences around the world. She is recognised as one of the finest singer/pianists on the scene, working with the likes of Gerry Rafferty, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Paul McCartney, and has been a featured performer at Glastonbury Festival. Her albums have been received with universal acclaim and led to an hour-long special on BBC TV featuring her performance at the Brecon Jazz Festival. Her CDs “Up and Down” and “Ballads” on Quiet Money Records, produced by Grammy-nominated trumpeter/producer James McMillan, garnered impressive reviews while “Seaside”, on Linn Records received a Parliamentary Jazz Award nomination for “Jazz Album of the Year”. A world-class performer, her powerful, blues-tinged voice combined with strong piano playing and exciting infectious material, not to mention a wicked sense of humour, make this a truly remarkable gig.
“Liane Carroll…she seems in some magical way to be made out of music” The Observer;
“utterly brilliant” Time Out; “
a musical force of nature…world class” Guardian;
“…deeply soulful” The Times;
“…unswerving honesty and molten intensity…burningly expressive” Jazzwise; “
Liane Carroll doesn’t just sing jazz. She is jazz” MOJO
Mon 23rd 8:00pm TAMMY WEIS WITH SPECIAL GUEST SARAH MOULE
Canadian-born singer/songwriter Tammy Weis was based in London for more than a decade, becoming well known to 606 audiences for her choice mix of timeless American Songbook standards and her own excellent originals (one of which was recorded by no less than Michael Buble). Now based in Portugal, Tammy returns to the 606 stage for a rare London show with a new EP, “Home is on My Mind”, tracing a remarkable musical journey from Canada to London and Lisbon. Joined by the wonderful, sophisticated singer Sarah Moule along with Simon Wallace-piano, Neville Malcolm-bass and Paul Robinson-drums for a performance Tammy has dubbed “Jazz Classics, Stories & Beyond”, this intimate collaboration celebrates “love, hope and connection”. It’s a real treat having Tammy back at the Club with this brilliant quintet.
“Tammy Weis…a true Singer-Songwriter…brilliant vocals delivering her poignant lyrics straight to my soul. Remember her name!” Jazz FM; “...her voice is beautiful” BBC Radio 4;
“She’s the real deal” Time Out;
“Tammy Weis..the magic of a great and great is what she is” BBC Radio 3;
“Long established as one of the best jazz singers in the country, Sarah Moule is the master at bringing out the heart of a song” Jazz FM
Tue 24th 8:00pm CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
Wed 25th 8:00pm DULCIE MAY MORENO
Influenced by the likes of Nina Simone, Billie Holiday & Sarah Vaughan singer Dulcie May Moreno is emerging as a versatile jazz artist with range and poise, appearing on a regular basis around the UK for the last ten years. Tonight she returns to the Club with her sextet featuring Steve Fishwick-trumpet, whose fluent, melodic playing has been heard with a who’s who of jazz greats, including Anita O’Day & Cedar Walton. Describing the show as “From the Blues to Bolero… and All the Jazz In Between” the programme will take the audience on a journey through blues, swing, bebop, Latin jazz, original compositions and reimagined standards, as Dulcie says “celebrating the many colours of jazz while showcasing the band’s versatility and sense of adventure.”
“A pinnacle in UK jazz singing… a class act” Bebop Spoken Here;
“…with compositional maturity and lyrical sensitivity - Dulcie is one of the UK’s most compelling emerging vocalists” Blues and Soul Magazine
Thu 26th 8:00pm HUNGARIAN MUSICIAN’S XCHANGE: BALAZS RABOCZKI
For over a decade, the 606 Club has partnered with the Hungarian-based non-profit Harmonia Muhely Alapitvany (Harmónia Jazz Workshop), co-founded by the late Peter Pallai to facilitate the exchange of jazz musicians between the UK and Hungary. For this performance, Hungarian saxophonist Raboczki Balazs, who trained at the Bartók Conservatory & the Franz Liszt Music University where he earned his degree will be featured as our special guest, along with a UK band. Driven by a love of improvised music, he works with numerous projects including the modern jazz group Black Tea, as well as the techno/drum n bass outfit Dragon Flyers.
Fri 27th 9:00pm VINCE DUNN & THE MEDICINE BAND
A highly experienced live and session drummer with a stunning array of credits to his name, Vince Dunn has worked with some of the biggest names in pop, jazz and soul, including Pharrell Williams, Madonna, Cleo Laine, Courtney Pine and Liane Carroll! Also in demand as an educator running his own clinics as well as teaching at prestigious music institutions such as the Brit School, his enthusiasm, dedication and skill have propelled him to the very top of his field. For this 606 show, Vince is bringing his Medicine Band to the Club, whose set features an eclectic mix of jazz, funky grooves, Latin and soul. And what a band it is, with Chris Neill (Denmark Street Big Band)-keys, Carlton Romillie (Ruby Turner)-sax along with Michael Searl (Aaron Liddard, Andy Watts)-bass and Lauren Dalrymple, who in addition to organising & hosting the famed SoFF Jazz Jam for over 20 years is known as a fabulous scat singer. Great stuff.
Sat 28th 9:00pm QUENTIN COLLINS QUINTET
For almost two decades Quentin Collins has had an enviable reputation as a lyrical and melodic trumpet player with a powerful sound and approach. His first album was received to great critical acclaim - “intensely impressive”, “brass virtuoso” - and he has continued to forge an impressive reputation on the UK scene ever since. He includes the likes of Jeff Beck, Omar, Prince and Roy Ayres on a lengthy and impressive cv, but these days is probably best known for his work with the internationally acclaimed Kyle Eastwood Band. Tonight Quentin will be bringing his “All Star” quartet to the Club featuring three musicians all of whom have one or more Awards to their name: Deschanel Gordon-piano, Daniel Casimir-bass and Shane Forbes-drums.
“Collins…impressively intense” Jazzwise;
“Collins…England’s top…trumpet master…breathtaking” HMV Magazine
Sun 29th 1:30pm SUNDAY LUNCH: VIVIANA ZARBO
A classy and elegant performer with a sumptuous voice and winning delivery singer/actress Viviana Zarbo has developed an innovative repertoire from the Great American Songbook. Inspired by the great jazz singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day and Sarah Vaughan as well as actresses/singers such as Julie London & Marilyn Monroe, her Edinburgh Fringe Festival show “I Am Not Marilyn” received excellent reviews as did her album, “Take Away”. And she’s not only performed at prestige venues across London but toured extensively in her native Italy and in Asia, where she has played at the Blue Note in both Shanghai & Beijing as well as Jazz at Lincoln Center Shanghai. For this 606 set, Viviana will present a personal selection of favourite songs, ranging from the Great American Songbook to pieces inspired by the musical traditions of Sicily. With Chris Neill-piano, Oli Fitzgerald-bass & Alfonso Vitale-drums.
“Charming… with a true passion…the real deal” thejazz.co.uk
Sun 29th 8:00pm JOY ROSE
Although you may not recognize the name, there’s a very good chance you will recognize the remarkable voice, as Joy Rose has been a featured performer with the likes of Sting and Jason Rebello (Jeff Beck) and is currently one of the vocalists with the iconic band Incognito. With her formidable vocal range and power she produces a set of material that she describes as “a fusion of jazz, soul and gospel”, which is just awesome (ask Sting!). Featuring some of the best groove players in the country this is seriously good music.
“When Joy Rose joined Sting for a duet she sang with such power and conviction that…she knocked the audience dead and got a standing ovation” The Current;
“Joy Rose…is simply breathtaking” SmoothJazzNow
Mon 30th 8:00pm JAMES MORTON’s GROOVE DEN
One of the most exciting saxophonists of his generation Bristol-based James Morton has performed and recorded with the likes of Pee Wee Ellis, Fred Wesley, George Clinton and the Herbaliser Band. He played his first gig at the age of 12, was at Glastonbury by 16 and soon after that was appearing at festivals across the US and Europe, just taking time out to get his Masters degree in Music. With two critically acclaimed albums and a growing reputation as a writer and arranger James is very much the sax player to look out for. Tonight he will be bringing his organ-based band Groove Den to the Club performing a mix of jazz, funk, hip-hop, soul and rock, the unifying elements being groove and feel. Featuring lyrical, funky, soulful saxophone and blistering guitar solos Groove Den takes listeners, as the band says “on a journey from New Orleans to the urban streets of Bristol!”.
“Soul and Funk with Sparkle” Guardian
606 Club
90 Lots Road
Chelsea
London
SW10 0QD
020 7352 5953