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 Stoke | Neil Angilley Trio

A welcome return to Guildford Jazz for this awesome trio. Their unique sound incorporates instrumental virtuosity and three-part vocal harmony, creating an uplifting take on the infectious rhythms of Brazil and Cuba. They have released five albums and work regularly in the London jazz scene and across the UK, performing at prestigious venues including Ronnie Scott’s, The Stables, and the 606 Club. Featuring Neil Angilley (piano & vocals), Davide Mantovani (bass & vocals), and Davide Giovannini (drums & lead vocals).

Anna’s Hummingbird Jazz | Farnham

Sun 2 Aug 2026 | An idyllic setting with songbird Anna Stewart on vocals, the mighty Nicolas Meier on guitar and the formidable Marianne Windham on double bass, English, French and Spanish jazz, French chansons, and Spanish son de cuba! All under the stars and the stretch tent. | Birdies Coffee House and Bar, Folly Hill, Farnham, GU9 0AU | Doors at 6pm, music from 7pm to 10.30pm | Tickets £15 | Freshly made stone baked pizza available, with bar open throughout. | Further information and tickets here

The Paul Sykes Big Band | Ash Vale

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Institute | Phil Hopkins Trio

Chromatic harmonica virtuoso Phil Hopkins celebrates the richly varied musical output of the greatest jazz harmonica player Toots Thielemans. In a long career, Thielemans’ expressive harmonica added magic to the recordings of a pantheon of jazz greats including Benny Goodman, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny and Quincy Jones. Completing the trio are the fantastic pianist Liam Dunachie and Guildford’s Marianne Windham on bass. Expect an hour of glorious swing, samba and fascinating stories of Thielemans’ life and times.

Pasadena Roof Orchestra | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

The Equinox Trio and guest pianist Andy Sturmey | Sherfield-on-Loddon

Tues 4 Aug 2026 | The Equinox Trio and Guest Pianist Andy Sturmey. Peter Bingham tenor sax, Derek Alford bass and Paul Kaluza drums | Four Horseshoes pub, Sherfield-on-Loddon RG27 0EX | 8pm to 10.30pm | Four Horseshoes (http://the4horseshoes.co.uk//) | Free admission but donations are warmly welcomed 🤩

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Cricket Pavilion | Louise Balkwill Quintet

The 2022 winner of the Riga Jazz Stage International Jazz Voice competition, Louise Balkwill has been hailed as one of the finest jazz singers of her generation. Known for her dazzling vocal improvisation, joyful stage presence and heartfelt storytelling, Louise presents a collection of sparkling new compositions and fresh re-tellings of beloved standards, all delivered with her trademark warmth, wit and thrilling musicianship. Also featuring Jonathan Bauer (trumpet), Rob Barron (piano), Joshua Walker-Martin (drums) and Marianne Windham (bass).

Jazz at the Six Bells: Peter Bingham | Beenham

Peter Bingham started playing clarinet in his pre-teen years and later converted to saxophone at the age of 15 in order to play in his uncle’s dance band. He ran that band after his uncle retired and also played in an organ trio. He began playing modern jazz at a jazz workshop at the West End Centre in the late 1970s. Peter’s current band Equinox, formed in 2000, has a ‘first Tuesday of the month’ residency at The Four Horseshoes, Sherfield on Loddon.

Jazz at The Fisherman’s Cottage | Stacey Dawson

Every four weeks; next date Thursday 3 September.

Live music. Free entry. Excellent food and drink. And a lot more space than the late-lamented Global Cafe. Who could ask for more? Parking at The Fisherman’s Cottage, on surrounding streets or take an easy stroll along the Kennet from the Queen’s Road car park – park for just £3.60 for the evening. More parking information here

Bracknell Jazz Presents a KENNY WHEELER Tribute with the Bracknell Lions Trio plus a special guest yet to be revealed

Fri 7 Aug 2026 | Bracknell Lions Trio: Simon Cook piano, Rudy Cook bass, Ted Hayes drums plus special guest | 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

Sarah Bolter Trio | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 16 Aug | Multi-instrumentalist, whose performances include the Isle of Wight Jazz Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Brighton Fringe, Swanage Jazz Festival and many clubs | Sarah Bolter Saxophones/Clarinet/Flute/Vocals, Andy Daniels Piano, Peter Maxfield 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/

Rebecca Poole Quartet | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

New Jazz Venue! | Sheena Caprice | Queens College Arms, Pamber End

Fri 21 Aug | Sheena Caprice vocals, Phil Craddock piano, Howard King bass, Jim Wade drums | Queens College Arms, Aldermaston Road (A340). Pamber End RG26 5QR | 8 – 10pm | Free entry

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.

Dinner Jazz at The Angel | Sheena Caprice & Friends

Jazz at The Four Horseshoes | Sherfield-on-Loddon

Tues 1 Sept 2026 | Equinox Quartet Stuart Henderson | Stuart Henderson trumpet and flugel horn, 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)

Geno Washington & the Ram Jam Band | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

Jazz at the Six Bells: Annie Parker & Tom Vincent | Beenham

Wed 2 Sep 2026 | Annie Parker jazz flutes, Tom Vincent vibes. Phil Craddock piano Marianne Windham bass, Jim Wade drums | The Six Bells, The Green, Back Lane, Beenham, RG7 5NX | 8 –10pm | Entry just £6 | Book places by email or call ‭ 0118 971 3368 or pay on the door.

Jazz at The Fisherman’s Cottage | Zoë White and Annie Parker

Every four weeks; next date Thursday 1 October.

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Cricket Pavilion | Steve Waterman Octet

Trumpeter Steve Waterman’s Octet celebrates the music of Miles Davis – one of the most iconic and influential figures in the history of jazz – with a selection spanning his whole career, from Birth of the Cool through to Porgy and Bess and the Miles Ahead Gil Evans collaborations. Featuring some of the UK’s finest jazz musicians: Alan Barnes (alto sax), Dave O’Higgins (tenor sax), Karen Sharp (baritone sax), Mark Nightingale (trombone), Gareth Williams (piano), Marianne Windham (bass), and Clark Tracey (drums)

Bracknell Jazz Presents MP3: MARTIN PYNE TRIO

Fri 4 Sep 2026 | Russel Jarret guitar, Marianne Windham bass, Martin Pyne percussion | 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

Guildford Jazz at Guildford Castle | The Mantecas

The Mantecas are an electrifying eight-piece, London-based, Salsa, Latin Jazz and Boogaloo band known for filling dance floors wherever they play. From Glastonbury Festival to The Jazz Café, they’ve built a reputation for high-energy performances that blend infectious Afro-Latin rhythms, punchy brass and irresistible grooves. Guaranteed to blow your mind with a mesmerising mix of salsa, funk, Latin jazz and boogaloo. Featuring acclaimed Cuban flautist & singer Ludys Hernandez and an all-star line-up. Bring a picnic and get ready to party!

Karen Sharp, sax with The Terry Hutchins Qrt | Pangbourne Jazz Club

Sun 6 Sep 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 | For further information and tickets

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Institute | Alan Barnes & Dave Newton

Two of the UK’s world-class and most popular jazz musicians present a lunchtime special for the Guildford Festival. Saxophonist Alan Barnes has received over 25 British Jazz Awards and has twice been made BBC Jazz Musician of the Year, while pianist Dave Newton has been voted best Jazz Pianist in the British Jazz awards for the thirteenth time. They have been playing duets together for over 40 years, displaying an unrivalled musical empathy that can only come with long experience.

Guildford Jazz at The Boileroom | Dele Sosimi Afrobeat Experience

Dele Sosimi

Having started his musical career while in his teens Dele Sosimi, the Nigerian-British Afrobeat Ambassador, Musician and Educator, has been at the heart of the global Afrobeat scene for over forty years. His blend of complex funk grooves, traditional Nigerian music, African percussion and an underlying sense of jazz combines with his virtuoso keyboard skills and rhythmic singing to make him one of the most respected Afrobeat authorities of his era. Plus support act The Joe Garland Band.

Milesin’ | Woodley

Sat 12 Sep 2026 | Celebrating the Music of Jazz Legend Miles Davis | Stuart Henderson trumpet , Jonathan Lewis sax Martin Pickett piano, Steve Kershaw bass, Mike Goff drums | The Alan Cornish Theatre, Oakwood Centre, Woodley, Reading RG54JZ | 7:45pm -10pm | Early Bird £15: 50 | Tickets here

Vic Cracknell Jazz Quartet with special guest Duncan Lamont, Jr

After a successful evening at the GI in 2025 Vic Cracknell returns in more celebration of the music of the Great American Songbook. Vic on vocals with Andy Sturmey (piano), Joe Yeadon (double bass) and Robin Lowrey (drums). This time with added special guest Duncan Lamont Jr. on saxophone.

James Taylor Quartet | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

New Jazz Venue! | Annie Parker Quartet | Queens College Arms, Pamber End

Fri 18 Sep 2026 | Annie Parker jazz flutes, Phil Craddock piano, Phil Berry bass, Jim Wade drums | Queens College Arms, Aldermaston Road (A340). Pamber End RG26 5QR | 8 – 10pm | Free entry

Fronted by the exuberant Annie Parker on flute and bass flute, these joyful musicians simply enjoy playing jazz together  in sometimes slightly unexpected and spontaneous ways. With a repertoire that  spans Miles Davis to the Beatles, expect an evening of great music in good company!

Guildford Jazz at Surrey University | Hejira

Hattie Whitehead

Set up in 2023 to celebrate the ‘greatest’ songs of Joni Mitchell, 7-piece band Hejira are fronted by the extraordinarily talented Hattie Whitehead, who not only sings masterfully with Joni’s poise and pitch-accuracy, but also plays guitar in the style of Mitchell, incorporating various open tunings which lend an instant authenticity to the colour of the songs. This year, Hejira will be embarking on their first tour of the USA, including a headline slot at the 40th Syracuse Jazz Festival.

Jazz at Progress: Five-Way Split | Reading

Fri 18 Sep 2026 | Jazz at Progress: Five-Way Split | Vasilis Xenopoulos sax, Quentin Collins trumpet & flugelhorn, Rob Barron piano, Matyas Hofecker 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

Ranglin’ – A Musical Salute to Ernest Ranglin | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 20 Sep 2026 | Ernest Ranglin is the most accomplished Jamaican guitarist most people have never heard of. Expect reggae-jazz-calypso-funk grooves rooted down with iconic dub bass lines | Dave Noble Guitar, Maff Potts Keyboard, Ryan Quarterman Double Bass, Tobias Sonrisa Sturmer 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/

Tea Time Jazz | Wallingford

Guildford Jazz at The Guildford Cricket Pavilion | Iain Ballamy Quartet

World-class saxophonist, composer and ECM recording artist Iain Ballamy appears in the BBC publication ‘100 Jazz Greats’. His many career highlights include performing with Hermeto Pascoal, Loose Tubes, Bill Bruford’s Earthworks, Carla Bley and Cedar Walton and, in a live BBC broadcast, playing Richard Rodney Bennett’s ‘Concerto for Stan Getz’ with the BBC Concert Orchestra. Iain’s quartet includes award-winning guitarist Rob Luft, who featured on Iain Ballamy’s latest, highly acclaimed, album ‘Riversphere’, plus Nick Pini (bass) and Corrie Dick (drums).

Guildford Jazz at St Nicholas Church | CK Gospel Choir

CK Gospel Choir is a dynamic collective of London-based vocalists known for their unique blend of close harmonies, “gospel fusion”, infectious energy and world-class performances. CKGC have spent almost 20 years captivating audiences across the UK, Europe, and beyond so whether it’s a festival crowd or a private celebration, they bring gospel, soul, professionalism, and unforgettable sound to every performance. CKGC will be performing with their own fabulous rhythm section so expect joyous gospel, infused with infectious soul and funk.

Dinner Jazz at The Angel | Annie Parker Quartet

Fronted by the exuberant Annie Parker on flute and bass flute, this joyful quartet of musicians simply enjoy playing jazz together  in sometimes slightly unexpected and spontaneous ways. With a repertoire that  spans Miles Davis to the Beatles, expect an evening of great music in good company!

Jazz at The Fisherman’s Cottage | Annie Parker

Bracknell Jazz Presents MARK BASSEY trombone with the Bracknell Lions trio

Fri 2 Oct 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 48412

Alan Barnes, sax with The Terry Hutchins Qrt | Pangbourne Jazz Club

Sun 4 Oct 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

Monkin’ Around Trio | Windsor Jazz Club

Sun 18 Oct 2026 | Here are three friends getting together to pay homage to one of the greatest Jazz composers of the 20th century, Thelonious Monk | Dave O’Higgins Tenor Saxophone, Luke Fowler Double Bass, Billy Pod 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/

Martin Taylor | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

Mon 19 Oct 2026 | Martin Taylor – solo show.Legendary British guitarist, worked with Stephane Grappelli, Chef Atkins, Joe Pass, Barney Kessels, scores more | The Crooked Billet, Newlands Ln, Stoke Row RG9 5PU | Arrive 7pm latest, music from 8:30 PM | £40 music cover | Full details and tickets here or call us on 01491 681048

Tea Time Jazz | Wallingford

Jazz at Progress: Olie Brice Quartet | Reading

Alex Clarke, sax with The Terry Hutchins Qrt | Pangbourne Jazz Club

Sun 1 Nov 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

Bracknell Jazz Presents NAT STEELE vibraphone with the Bracknell Lions Trio

Fri 6 Nov 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

Oscar Peterson: Night Train | The Crooked Billet, Stoke Row

Tues 10 Nov 2026 | Oscar Peterson: Night Train | Piano: Craig Milverton, Drums: Charlie Stratford, Double Bass: Andy Crowdy – perform the classic 1963 Verve album in its entirety along with other Peterson highlights | The Crooked Billet, Newlands Ln, Stoke Row RG9 5PU | Arrive 7pm latest, music from 8:30 PM | £35 music cover | Full details and tickets here or call us on 01491 681048

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/

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, Nat Steele 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

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

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

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