jazz photography: “The Space Between The Notes”
New for 2025!
An exhibition of Jazz Photographs at the Art and Grind Cafe on Guildford High Street, featuring work by John Lyons, Winner of the 2022 Abbey Road Studios award for Live Music Photography , Andrew Cleyndert and Pete Johnson.
Please click the link below to visit the venue website
EVENT INFO
Art and Grind Cafe, 165 High St, Guildford GU1 3AJ
Free entry, but coffee, tea and wonderful cakes always available! All artwork for sale - please enquire at the venue.
Opening hours:
Mondays : 9am - 3pm
Tuesday — Thursday : 8am — 5pm
Friday - Saturday : 8am - 5pm
Sunday : 9am - 5pm
TICKETS
Free entry
WHO'S PLAYING?
Artwork by John Lyons, Andrew Cleyndert and Pete Johnson.
DIRECTIONS
Art and Grind Cafe, 165 High St, Guildford GU1 3AJ
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Cafe seating available
Lunchtime Jazz at the Townhouse with nigel price & Stacey Dawson
Enjoy a spot of lunch in The Guildford Townhouse with live jazz from the trio of saxophonist Stacey Dawson, multi-award winning guitarist NIGEL PRICE , and Guildford Jazz’s Marianne Windham on double bass.
Coppa Club sits on the cobbled streets of Guildford’s buzzy High Street and prides itself on its ethos of effortless hospitality, relaxation and conviviality!.
Please click the link below for more details and to book a table
EVENT INFO
The Guildford Townhouse
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Live music from 1 to 3pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please book a table for lunch from the link above
WHO'S PLAYING?
Stacey Dawson - Alto sax
Nigel Price - guitar
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
The Guildford Townhouse
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
Acoustic Soul & Jazz Night at Rogues: Emily Windham Quartet
An evening of groove-infused jazz and soul from this popular vocalist and her quartet!
Emily Windham is a singer, actress, and performing coach from London. Initially training as an actor at RADA and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, her career has taken her from international theatre tours, to feature films, to global commercial campaigns- as well gigging and performing across the country.
A versatile and skilled vocalist, Emily has with a fabulous voice and engaging stage presence, and is joined by Russell Jarrett on guitar , Martin Pyne on drums and percussion and Marianne Windham on double bass.
Entry is free, just turn up!
Please click the link below for more details and to visit the Rogues website
EVENT INFO
The music will be held in the snug at Rogues Wine Bar from 8pm to 10pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Emily Windham - vocals
Russell Jarrett - guitar
Martin Pyne - drums
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
Rogues Bar , 58 Epsom Road, Guildford GU1 3PB
SEATING
Please select a seat when you arrive
TOM WILD Trio
Live jazz at Soul Sisters Cafe from talented young trumpet-led trio.
With Tom Wild (trumpet), Stefan Kotlarz (guitar), Cameron Barnett (double bass)
Please click the link below to visit the venue website
EVENT INFO
Solar Sisters Cafe, 86 North St, Guildford GU1 4AU
Live music from 12pm to 2pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Tom Wild (trumpet), Stefan Kotlarz (guitar), Cameron Barnett (double bass)
DIRECTIONS
Solar Sisters Cafe, 86 North St, Guildford GU1 4AU
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please contact the cafe
Luncthime Jazz: “Celebrating irving berlin” with Sarah Jane Eveleigh
Respected for her passionate delivery and interpretations of jazz standards, jazz vocalist Sarah Jane Eveleigh is a gifted storyteller and architect of song who brings a level of style, accuracy and class to her performances.
Building a strong reputation as a sought-after vocalist on the jazz circuit, this afternoon alongside Terence Collie-piano and Marianne WIndham on double bass , Sarah Jane Eveleigh, will be performing a beautifully curated selection of Irving Berlin tunes!.
Please click the tabs for more information
EVENT INFO
The performance is upstairs in the historic Assembly Room at The Guildford Institute, Ward St, North St, Guildford GU1 4LH
Please note there are no physical tickets, just give your name on the door when you arrive.
If you would like to eat lunch, please let us know when you book and we will reserve a table for you!
The café – V Café at the Institute – has been run by Nick Humble since 2019. Joined by his friendly team, they offer a welcoming space to relax, have a coffee, and enjoy delicious vegetarian and vegan lunches. The regularly changing menu is based on seasonal, locally-sourced produce. Their vegetables are grown by The Halow Project and they also offer freshly-roasted Surrey Hills coffee.. You can see a sample menu and book a table here: https://www.guildford-institute.org.uk/v-cafe-at-the-institute/
Food is served from 12 to 1pm and the music is from 2pm to 3pm
There is a lift for disabled access
TICKETS
Full Price £12
Guildford Jazz or Guildford Institute Members £10
WHO'S PLAYING?
Sarah Jane Eveleigh - vocals
Terence Collie - piano
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
The Guildford Institute, Ward St, North St, Guildford GU1 4LH
SEATING
Seating is unserved at tables. Please choose your seat when you arrive
Cosy Club Jazz & Soul Night: The Sam Parker Quintet
The Sam Parker Quartet, with guest vocalist Debby Bracknell, perform jazz, soul and bossa classics in Cosy Club's famous vintage setting.
Please click the link below to see the menu and and to book a table!
*** Please note the date of this event is under review. We will publish the new event date as soon as possible ***
EVENT INFO
The Cosy Club
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Live music from 7.45pm to 9.45pm
Cosy Club Guildford, 14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford, GU1 3QY
To book a table please email guildfordbookings@cosyclub.co.uk or call 01483 369072
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please book a table for from the link above
WHO'S PLAYING?
Sam Parker - tenor sax
David Kirby - piano
Russell Jarrett - guitar
Cameron Barnett - double bass
with guest vocalist Debby Bracknell
DIRECTIONS
Cosy Club Guildford
14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford, GU1 3QY
Free parking on the High Street after 6pm
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
New Orleans Jazz: The Alvar Tree Frogs
A rare opportunity to step inside Abbott’s Hospital with live jazz in the Courtyard from The Alvar Treefrogs !
Born out of an idea to breathe life into music long forgotten, music that made the streets of New Orleans a place to dance and party to in the 20s, 30s and 40s, music that is so hip you’ll want to hop around and dance to it.
The band was born on Alvar Street, New Orleans, where one night, tired and happy, we listened to the Treefrogs singing their song. It then took 8 years to find the right musicians and to get the music just right. The players needed to swing, sing and love a frog based pun. We found them!!! Ever wanted to sing about eggs and butter, about Garbage Men, about your Aunt Tilly? We are your band!!
Entry is free, just come in and listen anytime between 2.15 and 4pm
Please click the link below to find out more about Guildford Heritage Open Days
EVENT INFO
The music will be held in the open courtyard of Abbott’s Hospital
High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AJ
TICKETS
Free entry
WHO'S PLAYING?
The Alvar Tree Frogs
Trumpet - Russell Bennett
Trombone/vocals - Jon Stokes
Clarinet/vocals - Duncan Hemstock
Guitar/vocals - Tom Gray
Tuba - Mike Poyser
Drums - Pat Levett
DIRECTIONS
High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AJ
SEATING
Varley Parker Quintet
The Varley Parker Quintet officially formed in 2017 to play the Guildford Jazz Festival. It draws heavily on the Blue Note catalogue of the late 50s and 60s for its inspiration and material but also features music from modern masters such as Tom Harrell, Roy Hargrove and Bobby Watson.
Expect bluesy, soulful, funky jazz with a latin seasoning! With Sam Parker Sax, Graham Varley Trumpet, Ed Kinsella Piano, Marianne Windham Bass, Dave Evetts Drums.
And of course a warm Italian welcome and amazing food at Shardana’s Italian Restaurant!
Please click the link below to contact the venue or call 01483 560752
Please click the tabs below for more details
EVENT INFO
Shardana Italian Restaurant
188 High St, Guildford GU1 3HW
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please call the Shardana on 01483 560752 to book a table
WHO'S PLAYING?
Graham Varley - trumpet
Sam Parker - tenor sax
Ed Kinsella - piano
Marianne Windham - bass
Dave Evetts - drums
DIRECTIONS
188 High St, Guildford GU1 3HW
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
Debby Bracknell Songbird Sessions
Jazz and soul from accomplished vocal/piano duo of Debby Bracknell and Dave Clement-Smith at The Keep pub
An accomplished live performer and in-demand session vocalist, Debby has sung for top artists such as Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande and Shakatak.
Please click the link below for the venue website
EVENT INFO
The Keep, 29 Castle Street, Guildford GU1 3UW
Live music from 1pm to 3.30pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Debby Bracknell (vocals) and Dave Clement-Smith (piano)
DIRECTIONS
The Keep, 29 Castle Street, Guildford GU1 3UW
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Pub seating available
Emily Windham Quartet
Join us for a fantastic evening of live jazz, soul and funk with the The Emily Windham Quartet at Rogues, Guildford's Top Wine & Spirits Bar!
Upcoming local star Emily Windham is an actress, singer and performer. Since graduating from RADA and The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, she has been making a name for herself as a versatile and skilled vocalist with a fabulous voice and engaging stage presence. Joining Emily are Russell Jarrett on guitar , Martin Pyne on drums and percussion and Marianne Windham on double and electric bass.
Entry is free, just turn up!
Please click the link below for more details and to visit the Rogues website
EVENT INFO
The music will be held in the snug at Rogues Wine Bar from 8pm to 10pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Emily Windham - vocals
Russell Jarrett - guitar
Martin Pyne - drums
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
Rogues Bar , 58 Epsom Road, Guildford GU1 3PB
SEATING
Please select a seat when you arrive
Parker/Varley Quintet
The Varley Parker Quintet officially formed in 2017 to play the Guildford Jazz Festival. It draws heavily on the Blue Note catalogue of the late 50s and 60s for its inspiration and material but also features music from modern masters such as Tom Harrell, Roy Hargrove and Bobby Watson.
Expect bluesy, soulful, funky jazz with a latin seasoning! Feat: Marianne Windham Bass, Sam Parker Sax, Ed Kinsella Piano, Dave Evetts Drums and Graham Varley Trumpet
And of course a warm Italian welcome and amazing food at Shardana’s Italian Restaurant!
Please click the link below to contact the venue or call 01483 560752
"** SOLD OUT. Please contact the venue to ask about returns “““
EVENT INFO
Shardana Italian Restaurant
188 High St, Guildford GU1 3HW
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please call the Shardana on 01483 560752 to book a table
WHO'S PLAYING?
Graham Varley - trumpet
Sam Parker - tenor sax
Ed Kinsella - piano
Marianne Windham - bass
Dave Evetts - drums
DIRECTIONS
188 High St, Guildford GU1 3HW
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
Emil StewarT Nerona Trio
Live jazz from the Emil Stewart Nerona Trio at the Solar SIsters Cafe
Emil is a talented young tenor sax player emerging onto the Surrey music scene . He brings Sam Woodland and Cameron Barnett to complete this young, dynamic trio.
Please click the link below to visit the venue website
EVENT INFO
Solar Sisters Cafe, 86 North St, Guildford GU1 4AU
Live music from 12pm to 2pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Emil Stewart - tenor sax, with Sam Woodland and Cameron Barnett
DIRECTIONS
Solar Sisters Cafe, 86 North St, Guildford GU1 4AU
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please contact the cafe
dave kirby quartet
Jazz and Soul classics from the David Kirby Jazz & Soul Quartet led by accomplished pianist with guest vocalist Debby Bracknell , who has sung for top artists such as Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande and Shakatak, in the cool, vintage atmosphere of The Cosy Club.
Please click the link below to see the menu and and to book a table!
EVENT INFO
The Cosy Club
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Live music from 7.45pm to 9.45pm
Cosy Club Guildford, 14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford, GU1 3QY
To book a table please email guildfordbookings@cosyclub.co.uk or call 01483 369072
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please book a table for from the link above
WHO'S PLAYING?
David Kirby - piano
Debby Bracknell - vocals
Sam Parker - tenor sax
Cameron Barnett - double bass
DIRECTIONS
Cosy Club Guildford
14 Tunsgate Quarter, Guildford, GU1 3QY
Free parking on the High Street after 6pm
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
STEFAN KOTLARZ TRIO
Free live jazz in Tunsgate Quarter from the Stefan Kotlarz Trio
Fresh and energetic guitar playing from new generation Surrey jazz musician
Please click the link below for the Tunsgate Quarter website
EVENT INFO
Tunsgate Quarter,
98-110 High Street, Guildford, GU1 3QY
Live music from 12pm to 2pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Stefan Kotlarz - guitar
Seth Pannifer - sax
Spud Smith - bass
DIRECTIONS
Tunsgate Quarter,
98-110 High Street, Guildford, GU1 3QY
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Standing only
duncan lamont jnr. quartet
Saxophonist, arranger and composer Duncan Lamont Jnr, a highly regarded artist in the London jazz scene, plays a varied selection of jazz standards in the relaxed setting of GLive's foyer before the Michael Palin – There and Back, which take place in the main auditorium.
Tickets are free but MUST be booked in advance from G Live. Tickets for the Michael Palin event are not required.
** SOLD OUT**
EVENT INFO
6-7.15pm
G Live foyer
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music
WHO'S PLAYING?
Duncan Lamont - saxes
Terence Collie - piano
Joe Pettit - bass
Andrew Eveleigh - drums
DIRECTIONS
G Live, London Road, Guildford, GU1 2AA
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Informal seating available
NEW ORLEANS JAZZ FOr heritage open day
A rare opportunity to step inside Abbott’s Hospital as part of Guildford’s Heritage Open Day with live jazz in the Courtyard from The Alvar Treefrogs !
Born out of an idea to breathe life into music long forgotten, music that made the streets of New Orleans a place to dance and party to in the 20s, 30s and 40s, music that is so hip you’ll want to hop around and dance to it.
The band was born on Alvar Street, New Orleans, where one night, tired and happy, we listened to the Treefrogs singing their song. It then took 8 years to find the right musicians and to get the music just right. The players needed to swing, sing and love a frog based pun. We found them!!! Ever wanted to sing about eggs and butter, about Garbage Men, about your Aunt Tilly? We are your band!!
Entry is free, just come in and listen anytime between 2.15 and 4pm
Please click the link below to find out more about Guildford Heritage Open Days
EVENT INFO
The music will be held in the open courtyard of Abbott’s Hospital
High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AJ
TICKETS
Free entry
WHO'S PLAYING?
The Alvar Tree Frogs
Trumpet - Russell Bennett
Trombone/vocals - Jon Stokes
Clarinet/vocals - Duncan Hemstock
Guitar/vocals - Tom Gray
Tuba - Mike Poyser
Drums - Pat Levett
Debut Album ‘Pondemic’ available on Bandcamp. https://alvartreefrogs.bandcamp.com/album/pondemic
DIRECTIONS
High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AJ
SEATING
jazz brunch with the Stacey Dawson Trio
Enjoy a Jazz Brunch in The Guildford Townhouse with some cool West Coast jazz from the Stacey Dawson Trio!
Coppa Club sits on the cobbled streets of Guildford’s buzzy High Street and prides itself on its ethos of effortless hospitality, relaxation and conviviality!.
Please click the link below for more details and to book a table
EVENT INFO
The Guildford Townhouse
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Live music from 11am to 1pm
TICKETS
There is no charge for the music, please book a table for brunch from the link above
WHO'S PLAYING?
Stacey Dawson - Alto sax
Paul Stead - guitar
Marianne Windham - bass
DIRECTIONS
The Guildford Townhouse
58-62 HIGHSTREET, GUILDFORD GU1 3ES
Town centre car parks nearby
SEATING
Please click the link above to book a table
Trad Jazz for Heritage Open Day
Celebrating Guildford’s Heritage Open Day at The Guildhall. one of the most iconic buildings in Guildford with Tudor origins., with Trad’s Army, a trad jazz band band of 6 players who have been together for over 15 years. Most are retired army musicians , hence the name!
Entry is free, just come in and listen anytime between 12.15 and 14:45 and soak up the atmosphere in this historic building in the heart of Guildford!
Please click the link below to find out more about Guildford Heritage Open Days
EVENT INFO
The music will be held upstairs in the Council Chamber of the Guildhall on Guildford’s High Street
131 High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AA
TICKETS
Free entry
WHO'S PLAYING?
Bill Mccoy - Drums
Louise Yeardon - Clarinet
Matt Nash - Trumpet
Isla Pavey -Tenor Sax
Stuart Godburn - Trombone
Steve Osborne - Sousaphone
DIRECTIONS
131 High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3AA