Jazz Gig Calendar

This is a live jazz gig listings service from Jazz in Reading. We feature mostly modern jazz gigs happening within 20 miles or so of Reading.

The listings used to be published monthly, under the name 'Jazz Round About Reading', but all gigs now appear in the calendar, the link for which is below left. Check it out whenever you feel the urge to hear live jazz. Don't forget to refresh your browser each time you visit, to be sure of catching all latest changes or additions. Please check with venues before setting off - all details may be subject to change.

Musicians, promoters and venues should send their gig information to us via the Submit Your Gig form. Please note that the details you submit will be checked and edited before being approved for publication. We reserve the right to make amendments before publication if we consider the content inappropriate or inaccurate.

If you have any queries, please email info@jazzinreading.com

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Cricket Pavilion | Greg Abate

Thurs 12 Nov 2026 | Guildford Pavilion, Woodbridge Rd, Guildford GU1 4RP | Jazz from 20.00 to 22.15 | Tickets £20 (Discounts for Members and Students) from here

After four years at Berklee College of Music, Greg Abate spent two years playing lead alto for the Ray Charles Orchestra and then occupying the tenor sax chair with the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra. This talented and versatile musician now tours widely as a post hard-bop soloist playing Jazz Festivals and Clubs throughout the U.S. Canada and Europe, including the UK and Russia. Greg is supported by Alex Hutton on piano, Marianne Windham on bass and Alfonso Vitale on drums

The Music of John Scofield | Goring

Fri 13 Nov 2026 | The Music of John Scofield featuring Jez Cook guitar, Ewen Baird tenor sax, Charlie Stratford drums and Howard King bass | Goring Community Jazz Club, Goring Village Hall, Reading, RG8 9AG | 7:30pm doors 8pm first set | Tickets from www.ticketsource.co.uk/goring-community-jazz-club – £14 or cash or card on the door | All bar proceeds go to The Goring & Streatley Young Musicians Trust.

Blake’s Heaven Big Band | Oxford

Evening of British Jazz | Maidenhead

As a part of their 60th Anniversary celebrations Dawkes Music are hosting an evening of music and conversation about the history and landmarks of British jazz over the last 60 years. Two of the greatest raconteurs in the jazz scene Evening of British Jazz | (and also two of jazz’s finest exponents) will be there to play, talk, answer questions and generally entertain.

Aret Komlosy | Aldermaston

Eriko Ishihara Trio | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 15 Nov 2026 | A fine singer and an excellent jazz pianist with an enviable reputation on the UK jazz scene, working at the likes of Ronnie Scott’s, 606 Club and the Royal Festival Hall | Eriko Ishihara Piano/Vocal, Colin Oxley Guitar, Jeremy Brown Double Bass | Windsor Jazz Club, at The Hope, 7 Ward Royal Parade, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 3HR | Doors 7.30pm | Music 8 – 10pm | £5 – £10 in advance (no booking fees) | For further information and tickets please visit https://windsorjazzclub.uk/

Tea Time Jazz | Wallingford

ea Time Jazz | Wallingford

Martin Pickett Organ Trio | Caversham

Thurs 19 Nov 2026 | Martin Pickett Organ Trio | Martin Pickett organ. Mike Wilkins saxophone, Mike Goff drums |The Angel Bar Caversham 18 Prospect Street Reading RG4 8JG | Music from 8pm | Tickets £10 Book a Table @ www.angelbar.co.uk/events or from www.ticketsource.com/mgmusic

Taking the classic Hammond organ trios of Jimmy Smith and Dr Lonnie Smith as models, the trio play some classic Blue Note repertoire as well as a smattering of originals, all performed with the hallmark Hammond soul jazz vibe. Martin’s sensitive interplay and creative soloing has made him first call for many of Oxfordshire’s finest as well as visiting musicians such as Art Themen, Steve Waterman and Julian Siegel.

Guildford Jazz at The University of Surrey | Andy Sheppard Trio

Andy Sheppard is one of the world’s leading saxophonists, playing and writing for settings from solo to chamber orchestra including recording an internationally acclaimed trilogy of albums in a trio with Carla Bley and Steve Swallow. Andy’s latest Trio consists of Italian jazz icon Rita Marcotulli on piano and acclaimed French bassist Michel Benita. Saltcatchers, the trio’s latest album, was released in September 2026 and described by jazz reviewers as full of captivating melodic beauty, delicate harmony and thoughtful interplay.

New Jazz Venue! | Andy Kennedy & Friends | Queens College Arms, Pamber End

Fri 20 Nov 2026 | Andy Kennedy saxes, Andy Sturmey piano, Phil Berry bass, Jim Wade drums | Queens College Arms, Aldermaston Road (A340). Pamber End RG26 5QR | 8 – 10pm | Free entry but booking is advisable: 01256 850071 or bookings@queenscollegearms.co.uk

Saxophonist Andy Kennedy is well known across the south of England and has played in many jazz, soul and R&B bands, including Johnny Marvels Blues Groove.. Currently he has two bands of his own: The Joss Corbin Quintet and his main band Fusion 6. Andy has played on many recording projects and recently made an album of his own original compositions. Photo by Steve Foster – @jazzshot on Instagram

Guildford Jazz at Cranleigh Arts Centre | Christian Garrick Quartet

Christian Garrick is the world’s finest jazz violinist and master of all jazz violin styles before adding in elements of rock, folk and classical for good measure. This versatile musician’s worldwide schedule has included performing with his great friend Nigel Kennedy as well as the likes of Wynton Marsalis and Dolly Parton. With support from David Gordon on piano, Marianne Windham on bass and Tom Hooper on drums. Look forward to an unforgettable evening of breathtaking skill and playful improvisation.

Thames Rivercruise Winter Warmer Jazz Cruise | Reading

Sat 21 Nov 2026 | Thames Rivercruise Winter Warmer Jazz Cruise with Fleur Stevenson | Caversham Pier | 7-10pm | Tickets: £55 (ncludes two course meal) from here

BBO Big Band Charity Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now | Pangbourne Jazz Club

Sun 22 Nov 2026 at Pangbourne WMC, Rosewood Hall, 1 Whitchurch Road, Pangbourne, RG8 7BS | Doors 645pm | Music 730pm – 10pm | Advance Online Tickets £14 (+ £1.65 booking fees) £14 Cash or card on the door | Further information and tickets

Nick Tomalin’s ‘Shades of Shearing’ Quintet | Reading

Fri 27 Nov 2026 | Jazz at Progress: Nick Tomalin’s ‘Shades of Shearing’ Quintet | Nick Tomalin piano, TBC vibraphone, Dave Warren guitar, Dominic Howles double bass, Matt Fishwick drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | Information and tickets

Dinner Jazz at The Angel | Sheena Caprice & Friends

Sheena Caprice is an inspiring jazz vocalist, who began singing at the age of four. Her passion for Jazz was heavily influenced by greats such as Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Betty Carter and Nina Simone. Her performances also reflect more contemporary artists such as Rachelle Ferrell and Dianne Reeves. Sheena has performed at various venues, including Sky Lounge at Castle View Windsor.

Jazz at Oakwood | Tommy Andrews & Tom Green | Woodley

Sat 28 Nov 2026 | Tommy Andrews saxes, Tom Green trombone, Martin Pickett piano, Al Pirrie double bass, Mike Goff drums | Alan Cornish Theatre at The Oakwood Centre Headley Rd, Woodley RG5 4JZ | Doors 7pm Band 7:45pm | Early Bird £15:50 / £17:50 full price – from here.

Fusion 6 | Reading

Sat 28 Nov 2026 | Fusion 6 | The Retreat, 8 St John’s Street, RG1 4EH | 20:00 – 23:00 | Free entry/donations 18+

Jazz funk classics & original instrumental & vocal funk, jazz, soul, acid jazz fusion – Andy Kennedy – saxes/flute, Tony Imbierski – keys, Paul Wallace – bass, Tony Mckenna – drums, Alison Rolls – vocals

Night Train: The Oscar Peterson Trio | Reading

Jazz at The Four Horseshoes | Sherfield-on-Loddon

Tues 1 Dec 2026 | Equinox Quintet with Sarah Jane Eveleigh | Sarah Jane Eveleigh vocals, Peter Bingham tenor sax, John Clarke guitar, Derek Alford bass, and Paul Kaluza drums | Four Horseshoes pub, Sherfield-on-Loddon RG27 0EX | 8pm to 10.30pm | Four Horseshoes | No charge for admission (donations are welcomed)

The Supertonics Big Band, featuring vocalist Deirdre Gannon | Bracknell

Fri 4 Dec 2026 | In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support | Popular 17-piece big band, playing an entertaining mix of high-energy swing, jazz, and standards | Carnation Hall, Winkfield Row, Bracknell RG42 7PA | Doors 7pm | Music 7.30pm to 10pm | Seating around tables, bring your own food & drink | Raffle and free prize draw | Tickets £15, reserve in advance via davidbennett470@gmail.com or 07739-314261 or www.thesupertonics.co.uk

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Cricket Pavilion | Chris Ingham Quartet

Following a sell-out UK tour and performances at the EFG London Jazz Festival and Ronnie Scott’s, acclaimed pianist Chris Ingham presents an entertaining evening revisiting Dudley Moore’s swinging 1960s jazz repertoire with a scintillating live performance laced with insightful anecdotes. This heartfelt tribute revisits Dud’s dazzlingly fertile musicianship and reveals the wit and depth of his music, with irresistible feel-good sounds alongside heart-rending beauty and poignancy. Featuring Chris Ingham (pno), Paul Higgs (tpt), Marianne Windham (b) and George Double (d).

Stan Tracey’s ‘A Child’s Christmas’ Jazz Suite (Midnight Special!) | Windsor Jazz Club

Sat 5 Dec 2926 | Step in to the season in style with this sparkling midnight jazz performance. The elegant and creative Mike Goff Quartet perform the suite in full, alongside a dramatic reading of its inspiration, Dylan Thomas’ much-loved story, A Child’s Christmas In Wales. | Mike Goff Drums, Michael Wilkins Tenor Saxophone, Steve Kershaw Double Bass, Martin Pickett Piano Tom Neill Narrator | Windsor Jazz Club, at The Hope, 7 Ward Royal Parade, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 3HR | Doors 11:30pm on Fri 4 Dec | Music Midnight – 2am on Sat 5 Dec | £18 in advance (no booking fees) | For further information and tickets please visit https://windsorjazzclub.uk/

The Paul Sykes Big Band Christmas Concert featuring vocalist Richard Blair | Camberley

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Institute | Mark Nightingale Trio

Trombonist Mark Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed jazz soloist, highly respected writer, and one of the UK’s most in demand studio musicians. The 18 times winner of the British Jazz Awards “Best Trombonist” Mark has worked with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Henry Mancini, Michel Legrand, Kenny Wheeler & George Shearing – and it’s Mark’s playing you can hear on Sting’s best-selling album, ‘Ten Summoner’s Tales’. A swinging lunchtime gig with Marianne Windham (bass) and tbc (piano).

Guildford Jazz at Christ Church | Polly Gibbons Quintet

Celebrate Christmas in style with an evening of world class festive jazz featuring stars of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. Polly Gibbons has been twice-nominated as “Best Jazz Vocalist” by the BBC and Jazz FM while Alex Garnett has been one of the leading saxophonists in the UK and Mainland Europe for over two decades and James Pearson, Ronnie Scott’s artistic director, is one of the UK’s outstanding pianists. Renowned jazz drummer George Double and bassist Marianne Windham complete the line-up.

Andy Kennedy Quartet | Caversham

Thurs 10 Dec 2026 | Andy Kennedy Quartet | Andy Kennedy sax, Tony Imbierski piano, Brian Throup bass, Mike Goff drums |The Angel Bar Caversham 18 Prospect Street Reading RG4 8JG | Music from 8pm | Tickets £10 and Table Booking from www.angelbar.co.uk/events

Bracknell Jazz Presents ART THEMEN tenor sax with the Bracknell Lions Trio

Fri 11 Dec 2026 | Bracknell Lions Trio: Simon Cook piano, Rudy Cook bass, Ted Hayes drums | South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell RG12 7PA | Music 19:30-21:50 | Tickets; £19.00. Under 18 £8.50. Concessions for disabled and carer. 01344 484123

Crow Jazz Christmas Cracker! | Crowmarsh

Sat 12 Dec 2026 | Crow Jazz Christmas Cracker! Featuring Fleur Stevenson vocals, Brandon Allen sax, Gareth Williams piano, Raph Mizraki double bass, Keith Fairbairn drums | Crowmarsh Village Hall, Benson Lane, Crowmarsh Gifford, OX10 8ED. Plenty of free parking is available. There is a bar and stone baked pizza available provided by local pub The Queens Head. Tickets (£20) are reduced to £5 for anyone living or working in adult social care and anyone in receipt of benefits from DWP – please get in touch for details: email (fleur@fleurstevensonjazz.co.uk) or phone (07795974223).

Mark Nightingale, trombone with The Terry Hutchins Qrt |Pangbourne Jazz Club

Sun 13 Dec 2026 with Terry Hutchins (guitar), JP (piano), Brian Greene (drums) and Andy Crowdy (double bass), at Pangbourne WMC, Rosewood Hall, 1 Whitchurch Road, Pangbourne, RG8 7BS | Doors 645pm | Music 730pm – 10pm | Advance Online Tickets £14 (+ £1.65 booking fees) £14 Cash or card on the door | Further information and tickets

Jazz at Progress: The Songs of Satchmo and Sinatra | Reading

Fri 18 Dec 2026 | Jazz at Progress: The Songs of Satchmo and Sinatra | Denny Ilett vocal and guitar, Enrico Tomasso trumpet and vocal, Colin Good piano, Stuart Barker bass, Sebastiaan de Krom drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | Information and tickets

Sarah Jane Eveleigh Quartet | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 20 Dec 2026 | A passionate and gifted storyteller, praised for her interpretations of American Songbook standards, delivered with style, accuracy and class. Join us for a Christmas-themed selection of jazz. | Sarah Jane Eveleigh Voice, Andrew Eveleigh Drums, Marianne Windham Double Bass, Tom Neill Piano | Windsor Jazz Club, at The Hope, 7 Ward Royal Parade, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 3HR | Doors 7.30pm | Music 8 – 10pm | £5 – £10 in advance (no booking fees) | For further information and tickets please visit https://windsorjazzclub.uk/

Dinner Jazz at The Angel | Sarah Jane Eveleigh & Hugh Turner

Sat 2 Jan 2027 | Sarah Jane Eveleigh vocals, Hugh Turner guitar | The Angel, Woolhampton RG7 5RT | Music from 8pm | Free entry. Call 0118 971 3827 to make dinner reservations.

Jazz vocalist & songwriter Sarah Jane Eveleigh, a passionate and gifted storyteller widely respected for her interpretations and delivery of American Songbook standards, brings style, accuracy and class to her performances.

Guitarist Hugh Turner is recognised as one of the regions finest jazz guitarists. His influences range from George Benson and John Scofield through to Grant Green and Jimi Hendrix.

Fugue and Groove Trio | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 17 Jan 2027 | Fugue and Groove brings together classical tradition and the spirit of improvisation. | Rich Hughes piano, Steve Street drums, Simon Smith double bass | Windsor Jazz Club, at The Hope, 7 Ward Royal Parade, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 3HR | Doors 7.30pm | Music 8 – 10pm | £5 – £10 in advance (no booking fees) | For further information and tickets please visit https://windsorjazzclub.uk/

Jazz at Progress: Martin Speake’s Charukesi | Reading

Fri 29 Jan 2027 | Jazz at Progress: Martin Speake’s Charukesi | Martin Speake alto saxophone, Alyson Cawley tenor saxophone, Mike Outram guitar. Richard Fox tuba, Tom Hooper drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | Information and tickets

Dinner Jazz at The Angel | P’Jam

Photo by Steve Foster – @jazzshot on Instagram

Fronted by exuberant flautist Annie Parker, P’Jam is a joyful quartet of musicians who simply enjoy playing jazz together in sometimes slightly unexpected and spontaneous ways. They’ve been described as “usually found dodging the Jazz Police”. Expect an evening of great music in good company!

Kate Williams Trio featuring Art Themen | Crowmarsh

Sat 30 Jan 2027 | Kate Williams Trio featuring Art Themen | Crowmarsh Village Hall, Benson Lane, Crowmarsh Gifford, OX10 8ED. Plenty of free parking is available. There is a bar and stone baked pizza available provided by local pub The Queens Head. Tickets (£20) are reduced to £5 for anyone living or working in adult social care and anyone in receipt of benefits from DWP – please get in touch for details: email (fleur@fleurstevensonjazz.co.uk) or phone (07795974223).

The Supertonics Big Band, featuring vocalist Mr Jeremy Lassen | Bracknell

Sat 6 Feb 2027 | In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support | Popular 17-piece big band, playing an entertaining mix of high-energy swing, jazz, and standards | Carnation Hall, Winkfield Row, Bracknell RG42 7PA | Doors 7pm | Music 7.30pm to 10pm | Seating around tables, bring your own food & drink | Raffle and free prize draw | Tickets £15, reserve in advance via davidbennett470@gmail.com or 07739-314261 or www.thesupertonics.co.uk

Jazz at Progress: Coltrane and Hartman on Impulse! | Reading

Fri 19 Feb 2027 |Jazz at Progress: Coltrane and Hartman on Impulse! | Mark Lockheart sax, Marvin Muoneké vocals, Gary Crosby bass ,Alex Webb piano, Alfonso Vitale drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | More information soon

Robert Otwinowski Trio | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 21 Feb 2027 | Born in Poland and now UK-based, Otwinowski was awarded 2nd prize by Poland’s “Guitar & Bas” magazine for best ‘’Festival Music and Show ‘’ in JAZZ/BLUES category. Also twice finalist of Master Competition of Jazz Guitar players ‘’Guitar City’’ in Warsaw. | Robert Otwinowski (Poland) guitar, Stuart Baker (England) double bass, Fabio Iacono (Italy) drums | Windsor Jazz Club, at The Hope, 7 Ward Royal Parade, Alma Road, Windsor SL4 3HR | Doors 7.30pm | Music 8 – 10pm | £5 – £10 in advance (no booking fees) | For further information and tickets please visit https://windsorjazzclub.uk/

The Amy Winehouse Band | The Anvil, Basingstoke

Fri 19 Mar 2027 | The Anvil, Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7QR | 19.30 | Tickets £40.50, £37.50, £35 from here

The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s original band, who were with her from the very start, performing at her earliest gigs in London pubs and throughout her meteoric rise – are celebrating the 20th anniversary of her defining album, Back to Black. Led by Amy’s long‑time musical director and bass player, Dale Davis, they continue to bring her catalogue to audiences around the world, keeping Amy’s musical legacy alive and giving new generations the chance to experience her unforgettable songs live.

Jazz at Progress: Benn Clatworthy Quartet

Fri 19 Mar 2027 | Jazz at Progress: Benn Clatworthy Quartet | Benn Clatworthy tenor sax, Alex Hutton piano, Simon Thorpe bass, Matt Home drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | Information

Jazz at Progress: Yetii: “Inner World’s” album tour

Fri 30 Apr 2027 | Yetii: “Inner World’s” album tour | Alex Veitch piano & compositions, Ashley John Long double bass, Alex Goodyear drums | Progress Theatre, The Mount, Christchurch Road, Reading, RG1 5HL | Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm | £20.00 (£18.00 concessions, £10 under 16) | Information soon

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