Jazz in Wales

News about gigs, festivals, famous names, new artists and more compiled by DJ Andy Roberts in Cardiff, Wales. Send your updates to andy @ jazzinwales.co.uk

Friday, September 30, 2011

New home for Torfaen Jazz

Torfaen Jazz Society is moving to a new venue as of tonight - Friday 30 September 2011.

Gigs will now take place at Panteg House, Greenhill Road, Griffithstown, Pontypool, NP4 5BE.

Tonight's attraction is the Mike Collins Trio with special guest Lee Goodall.

See www.torfaenjazz.org.uk for more about the society's forthcoming gigs and other activities.

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Jazz at Dempseys autumn attractions

Huw Warren, Robert Mitchell and Partikel are among the attractions of Jazz at Dempseys opposite Cardiff Castle for autumn 2011.

There's live jazz every Tuesday and Wednesday featuring visiting stars and local talent.

Look out too for the monthly Bock-a-da-bock jam session on the last Monday of every month.

See www.jazzatdempseys.org.uk for more info, photos, and sound clips from previous gigs.

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Gareth Williams launches Cardiff jazz club

Welsh pianist Gareth Williams launches a new monthly jazz club in Cardiff with a gig on Friday 30 September 2011.

He'll be playing with his quartet at the Park House in Park Street near the civic centre.

Tickets are £35 including food, which will be served from 7pm with the live music starting around 8.30pm.

See www.parkhouseclub.com for details.