Guildford Jazz Events, July 2026.

Monday, June 01, 2026

Mick Thomas of Guildford Jazz has forwarded details of the programme for June 2026. Performers include Karen Street, Rob Barron, Lianne Carroll, Neil Angilley.

Mick Thomas writes;

Karen Street Quartet at Guildford Jazz,
The Guildford Pavilion, Guildford, Surrey
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Karen Street Quartet
Wednesday 1 July from 20.00 to 22.15 (doors open 19.00) at the Guildford Pavilion, Woodbridge Rd, Guildford GU1 4RP
The UK’s leading virtuoso accordionist Karen Street has played with a host of other well-known performers, including Bryan Ferry, Grace Jones, Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli and leading orchestras such as The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and The London Symphony Orchestra. Her ‘L’Esprit du Jazz’ Quartet plays music inspired by French swing, Latin and Tango alongside original compositions and jazz standards.
Expect a totally joyous evening of toe-tapping music and outstanding musicianship with Sam Dunne (guitar), Marianne Windham (bass) and Katie Patterson (drums).
For more details and to book tickets visit 
https://www.guildfordjazz.org.uk

Rob Barron Trio at Guildford Jazz, The Guildford Institute, Guildford, Surrey
Date: Monday, July 13, 2026
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Rob Barron Trio
Monday 13 July from 14.00 to 15.00 (doors open for lunch at 12.00) at the Guildford Institute, Ward St, Guildford GU1 4LH
Jazz pianist and composer Rob Barron has been described as “one of the most creative and versatile musicians of his generation” and is highly regarded for his
improvisational flair and innate musicality that reveal influences of the American greats Cedar Walton, Wynton Kelly and Sonny Clark.  He performs regularly with visiting American jazz musicians and has featured on numerous movie soundtracks, including Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of The Great Gatsby.
Completing the trio are drummer Josh Morrison and bassist Marianne Windham.
For more details and to book tickets visit 
https://www.guildfordjazz.org.uk

Liane Carroll & others at Guildford
Jazz, Wood Street Village Green, Guildford, Surrey
Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
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Annual Wood Street Jazz Festival
Sunday 19 July from 13.30 to 18.00 (gates open at 12.45) at Wood Street Village Green, Wood Street, Guildford GU3 3EU
Another wonderful afternoon on Wood Street Village Green in aid of Challengers, a charity that supports disabled young people and their families. Headlining is the multi-award-winning pianist Liane Carroll, one of the UK’s most popular and dynamic vocalists, plus the James Davison & Calum Au Quintet evoking the spirit of 50’s and 60’s jazz. There’s also a set from Wood St regulars the Somethin’ Else Big Band and a first appearance on the newcomer’s stage from the Alice Milburn Quartet. For more details and to book tickets visit 
https://www.guildfordjazz.org.uk

Neil Angilley Trio at Guildford Jazz, The University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey
Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
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Neil Angilley Trio
Friday 31 July from 20.00 to 22.15 (doors open 19.00) at The Stoke, 103 Stoke Road, Guildford GU1 4JN
A welcome return to Guildford Jazz for this awesome trio. Their unique sound incorporates instrumental virtuosity and three-part vocal harmony, creating an uplifting take on the infectious rhythms of Brazil and Cuba. They have released five albums and work regularly in the London jazz scene and across the UK, performing at prestigious venues including Ronnie Scott’s, The Stables, and the 606 Club. 
Featuring Neil Angilley (piano & vocals), Davide Mantovani (bass & vocals), and Davide Giovannini (drums & lead vocals).
For more details and to book tickets visit 
https://www.guildfordjazz.org.uk