Matt Skelton’s Blackhawk Quintet

Celebration of Shelly Manne
Wednesday September 17th

We’ve been nominated!

We’re delighted to have been nominated for Jazz Venue of the Year, Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2025!

Bringing the joy of live music to new listeners.

With performances in cafés, bars, and heritage sites, the festival offers a vibrant celebration of community and culture.

Janette mason trio: rewired

Nominated for Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year, Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2025
Friday September 26th

post-festival Autumn events

Jazz Jams

“Guildford Jazz is a beacon of light in supporting and promoting live jazz locally: a thriving community arts organisation hosting performances from some of the top jazz musicians in the country while at the same time building strong community links with local musicians, schools and charities. It’s growing audiences are testament to their success and I am delighted to support them as patron.”

Bill Bruford, Patron of Guildford Jazz