What’s on

30 Oct 2018, 20:00

Composer, pianist and visual artist Jason Moran celebrates the legacy of James Reese Europe, the iconic figure that introduced a war-torn France to the sound of Jazz in the closing years of WWI.

17 Nov 2018, 19:30

70 years on from the HMT Empire Windrush’s arrival in Essex, British/Trinidadian poet, novelist and musician Anthony Joseph celebrates the seismic impact the Caribbean diaspora has had on UK culture.

18 Nov 2018, 19:30

Bobby McFerrin performs his spontaneously composed choral piece Circlesongs with members of his group Voicestra, augmented by a 12-piece a cappella choir – and sometimes by the whole audience.

19 Nov 2018, 19:30

Free jazz pioneer and civil rights activist Archie Shepp presents a new project with contributions from Amina Claudine Myers and Carleen Anderson.

23 Nov 2018, 19:30

The EFG London Jazz Festival has seen many memorable nights featuring some of the great names in Latin jazz – and it’s today’s generation that is featured in this spectacular concert.

25 Nov 2018, 19:30

EFG London Jazz Festival will be finishing in style as effervescent South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim performs alongside long-time band Ekaya and special guest trumpeter Keyon Harrold.

18 Feb 2019, 19:30

One of the 21st century’s most radical improvisers – Joshua Redman – brings together a supergroup that links the present to the spirit of his father, Dewey, and the music he made with Ornette Coleman.

1 Mar 2019, 20:00

Moving effortlessly from individual virtuosity to breath-taking interaction, the Branford Marsalis quartet provide a masterclass in jazz performance.

15 Mar 2019, 20:00

Experience the haunting music of the Tunisian composer and master of the oud, in a rare performance drawing together his profound insight into Arab music alongside a broader musical spectrum.