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# Durham Jazz Festival

## Sitemaps
- [XML Sitemap](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages.

## Posts
- [Durham Jazz Festival 2026: Thank You for a Weekend to Remember](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/durham-jazz-festival-2026-thank-you-for-a-weekend-to-remember/): A look back at Durham Jazz Festival 2026, with thanks to the artists, audiences and supporters who shared three days of live music across the city.
- [The Space Between the Notes](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/the-space-between-the-notes/): John is an award-winning photographer specialising in live music and portrait photography. He lives in Durham and does work at several venues in the North East as well as nationally. He has also worked in iconic locations in New York, including Birdland Jazz Club and the Blue Note Jazz Club. 
- [Why Durham Is the Perfect City for a Jazz Festival](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/why-durham-is-the-perfect-city-for-a-jazz-festival/): When you think about the ideal setting for a jazz festival, atmosphere matters.
- [Support Durham Jazz Festival Through Our Crowdfunder](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/support-durham-jazz-festival-through-our-crowdfunder/): Our Crowdfunder campaign has been created to ensure we can deliver the 2026 festival to the standard Durham deserves and to lay the foundations for long-term sustainability.
- [Welcome to The Durham Jazz Festival 2026](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/welcome-to-durham-jazz-festival-2026/): From Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th October 2026, Durham will resonate with the sound of live jazz as the Durham Jazz Festival returns for an unforgettable weekend of music, creativity and community.

## Pages
- [Gallery](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/gallery/): A look back at the music, the people and the moments from 23–25 October 2026. Thank you to every artist who performed and everyone who joined us across Durham.
- [Survey](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/survey/): Survey Home Survey
- [Workshops](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/workshops/): Learn how to shape and structure a song, create texture, build tension and add creative flourishes to push your arranging skills to a new level.
- [What’s On](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/whats-on/): What's On Download Timetable Home What’s On
- [Blog](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/blog/)
- [About](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/about/): We are really excited about the programme of events that we are curating for the 2026 jazz festival. Our programme combines large events and smaller, more intimate shows. We are bringing some major national acts to the city alongside talented local musicians who have also made a name for themselves in County Durham and the wider North East Region. We are also welcoming back some Local Heroes, who have made a name for themselves internationally and are now returning to perform in our beautiful city.
- [Contact](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/contact/): Get in touch with us for all bookings, corporate enquiries, and management queries.
- [Home – Festival Ended](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/): Thank you to every artist who performed and everyone who visited Durham Jazz Festival on 23–25 October 2026. You made it a weekend to remember.

## Artists
- [SULA](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/sula/): Fresh, fearless, and already making waves across the UK jazz scene, SULA is a London-based trio featuring drummer Miranda Radford, bassist Aleks Dimitrova and pianist Kezia Abuoma – three exceptional musicians from the renowned Tomorrow's Warriors Emerging Artist Programme.
- [OUTRI](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/outri/): OUTRI is a solo bass endeavour by established North-East bass player and ‘musical magpie’ (NARC mag) Ian ‘dodge’ Paterson. This project takes inspiration from a love of jazz, folk, electronica, found-sound and cinematic landscapes alongside an aesthetic focus on single live recorded takes, come what may. The music combines organic shifting loops underpinned with beautiful harmonies and glitchy electronica. Having performed and recorded for the last twenty years as a side person with various bands and artists (YVA / Beccy Owen / Sharks Took The Rest / Nick Pride and the Pimptones / Slowlight Quartet / HAV / The Rubber Wellies / Matt Stalker and Fables / Giles Strong Quartet / Not Now Charlie) in a whole range of genres from jazz to folk to pop this project is an opportunity to try and bring some of those disparate strands together.
- [Electric Miles: Celebrating Jack Johnson](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/tom-atkinsons-electric-miles-celebrating-jack-johnson/): Electric Miles: Celebrating Jack Johnson
- [Zoe Gilby & Andy Champion](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/zoe-gilby-andy-champion/): Winner of Parliamentary Jazz Awards Jazz Vocalist Of The Year 2019,
- [Vasilis Xenopoulos/Paul Edis Quartet – A Place Called Home](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/vasilis-xenopoulos-paul-edis-quartet-a-place-called-home/): Vasilis Xenopoulos and Paul Edis began playing together 20 years ago, when they had both relocated to West London to study. 
- [Tom Waits for No Man](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/tom-waits-for-no-man/): Tom Waits for No Man is a homage to the song writing prowess of one of America’s most enduring composers. They don’t seek to impersonate Waits work, rather celebrate it.
- [John Lyons – The Space Between the Notes](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/john-lyons-the-space-between-the-notes/): John is an award-winning photographer specialising in live music and portrait photography. He lives in Durham and does work at a number of venues in the North East as well as nationally. He has also worked in iconic locations in New York, including Birdland Jazz Club and the Blue Note Jazz Club. 
- [Jo Harrop – ‘Love Now, Pay Later’ Hometown Album Launch](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/the-jo-harrop-trio-ft-jamie-mccredie-paul-edis/): Timeless songs, played between piano, guitar and voice, brings depth and intimacy to the beautiful songs in Jo Harrop’s repertoire. 
- [Swing Into Sunday: Dance with Lindy Jazz](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/swing-into-sunday-dance-with-lindy-jazz/): As part of the Durham Jazz Festival 2026, step into the joy of swing dance. 
- [SwanNek (Support Jacob Egglestone)](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/swannek/): SwanNek is a boundary-pushing contemporary jazz collective from Newcastle upon Tyne, who use music to celebrate the places and people they hold dear. 
- [Seb Rochford’s Finding Ways](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/seb-rochfords-finding-ways/): Sebastian (Seb) Rochford is a singular force in British music, an extraordinary drummer, composer, and producer. 
- [Rivkala](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/rivkala/): Self-proclaimed showgirl Rivkala – along with her esteemed 6-piece band – blends jazz, soul, funk, and klezmer to build the twisted world of the Crushed Velvet cabaret bar, where she delivers biting yet playful social commentaries.
- [Double Bill – King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys and Olivia Cuttill Quintet](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/olivia-cuttill-quintet/): Double Bill: King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys and Olivia Cuttill is presented by Durham Jazz Festival in association with Durham Brass Festival
- [Maja Bugge and Dave Evans](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/maja-bugge-and-dave-evans/): Maja Bugge is an acclaimed Norwegian cellist, composer and cello teacher based in Lancaster, UK. Since 1998 she has created a large body of work both as a solo artist and in collaboration with others. Her works have been commissioned by Manchester Jazz festival, Lancaster Arts, Full of Noises, the National Theatre Oslo and Jazz North.
- [Knats](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/knats/): Knats are a quintet led by two lifelong best mates from Newcastle Upon Tyne. 
- [Kind of Blu Jazz Jam](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/kind-of-blu-jazz-jam/): Join Kind of Blu Jazz Jam for a late night celebration in the restaurant of the Radisson Blu.
- [Durham University Jazz Society: An Evening of Standards](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/durham-university-jazz-society-an-evening-of-standards/): Durham University Jazz Society will come together once again to produce its annual ‘Evening of Standards’, showcasing the highest quality of student musicians it has to offer - and this year’s will take place at Durham Jazz Festival. 
- [Eleonora Kouneni](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/eleonora-kouneni/): Originally from Greece, Eleonora Kouneni is a London-based jazz vocalist and songwriter known for her contemporary and emotive jazz vocal style and unique original compositions. 
- [Durham University Jazz Society – Jazz Jam](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/durham-university-jazz-society-jazz-jam/): Durham University Jazz Society Jazz Jam
- [Marvin Muoneké & The Strictly Smokin’ Big Band](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/marvin-muoneke-strictly-smokin-big-band/): This show brings together one of the rising stars on the UK jazz scene with one of the North East’s most beloved acts.
- [Janette Mason ReWired](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/janette-mason-rewired/): ReWired is the new acoustic trio project from acclaimed composer, pianist, and Parliamentary Jazz Musician of the Year nominee Janette Mason brings her new acoustic trio project to the festival, masterfully bridging the gap between the sophisticated depth of jazz and the direct, irresistible appeal of pop. Known for her stellar career collaborating with legendary artists like Oasis, Pulp, and k.d. lang, Mason leads her trio through a stunning, genre-defying musical transformation.
- [Emma Fisk’s Hot Club du Nord](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/emma-fisk/): Emma Fisk's Hot Club du Nord bring to life the classic repertoire of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli's Hot Club de France, conjuring up the swinging Gypsy Jazz of 1930s Paris.
- [Marvin Muoneké Quartet](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/marvin-muoneke-quartet/): Marvin Muoneké, one of the UK’s rising jazz artists, is a vocalist, songwriter, arranger2, trumpeter and recording artist with a voice that has been often referred to as rich, deep and smooth. Bringing the songs and sounds of mid-20th century jazz and popular music to modern listeners of all ages, 
- [The Pete Roth Trio ft. Bill Bruford](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/pete-roth-trio/): The 2026 Durham Jazz Festival welcomes The Pete Roth Trio (PRT), featuring Pete Roth on guitar, Mike Pratt on bass, and the incomparable Bill Bruford on drums offers a near-jazz experience that is intimate, improvised, and deeply interactive. 
- [Ian Patterson’s OUTRI](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/ian-patterson/): OUTRI is a new solo bass endeavour by established North East session bass player, Ian ‘dodge’ Paterson. 
- [Dean Stockdale Quartet: Celebrating Oscar Peterson](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/dean-stockdale-quartet/): Dean Stockdale is an acclaimed jazz pianist, arranger and composer based in the North of England, widely respected for his refined touch, deep swing and lyrical musicality. As a bandleader, he performs extensively across the UK with his quartet and collaborates regularly with many of the leading figures in British jazz. His playing is shaped by the great piano traditions of Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, Gene Harris and Mulgrew Miller.
- [Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club presents: The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/artists/ronnie-scotts-all-stars-presents/): (with Polly Gibbons)

## Venues
- [Durham Fringe Academy](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/durham-fringe-academy/): Durham Fringe Academy is a new black box theatre and creative training space built by the Durham Fringe community. Created with volunteers, students from Durham School, and support from The CDB Group, the venue brings together practical theatre skills, safe working practice, staging, seating, truss and technical production in a hands-on environment.
- [St Oswald’s Institute](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/st-oswalds-institute/): St Oswald’s Institute is a historic community venue located on Church Street just outside the heart of Durham City Centre. With its traditional character and long standing connection to the local community, the venue has hosted a wide range of cultural, educational and social events over the years.
- [Radisson Blu Hotel Durham](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/radisson-blu-hotel-durham/): Radisson Blu Hotel Durham is a contemporary riverside hotel located in the heart of Durham City, just a short walk from the city’s historic centre, Durham Cathedral and Durham Train Station. Overlooking the River Wear, the venue combines modern style with a relaxed atmosphere, making it one of the city’s leading hospitality destinations.
- [Durham Jazz Festival Gallery – Price Bishops Place](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/price-bishops-place/): Durham Jazz Festival Gallery is a dedicated pop up exhibition space located at Unit 25, High Street, Prince Bishops Centre, Durham, created as part of the wider Durham Jazz Festival programme. Positioned in the heart of the city centre, the gallery offers visitors a chance to experience the visual side of jazz culture alongside the live music performances taking place across the festival weekend.
- [Gala Theatre](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/gala-theatre/): Durham Gala Theatre is the city’s principal performing arts venue, located in the heart of Durham. A modern, purpose-built theatre, it plays a central role in the cultural life of the city, hosting theatre, live music, comedy, film and community events throughout the year.
- [St Chad’s College](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/st-chads-college/): St Chad’s College is one of the most distinctive and atmospheric venues in the city. Situated close to Durham Cathedral and overlooking the River Wear, the college combines historic architecture with a warm and welcoming setting.
- [Claypath Delicatessen](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/claypath-delicatessen/): Claypath Delicatessen is a much loved independent food and wine spot located on Claypath in the heart of the city. Known for its carefully sourced produce, artisan ingredients and relaxed continental feel, it offers a warm and intimate setting just a short walk from Durham’s main cultural venues.
- [Cafédral](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/cafedral/): Cafédral, Durham is an independent café bar located in the heart of the city, known for its relaxed atmosphere and support of live music and community events. Just a short walk from Durham Cathedral and the city’s main cultural venues, it has become a popular meeting point for creatives, students and music lovers.
- [The Durham University Music School](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/the-durham-university-music-school/): The Durham University Music School is one of the city’s leading centres for musical performance and education. Located within Durham’s historic university estate, it provides high quality rehearsal rooms, recital spaces and performance facilities that support both students and visiting artists.
- [The Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/sir-thomas-allen-assembly-rooms/): Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms is one of Durham’s most elegant and historic performance venues. Located on the edge of the city centre, the Assembly Rooms date back to the 18th century and have long been associated with music, theatre and public gatherings.
- [Redhills Durham Miners’ Hall](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/redhills-durham-miners-hall/): Redhills Durham Miners’ Hall is one of the North East’s most iconic cultural venues, located just outside Durham city centre. Often described as the historic home of the Durham Miners’ Association, the building is a powerful symbol of the region’s industrial heritage and community spirit.
- [Old Cinema Launderette](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/old-cinema-launderette/): The Old Cinema Launderette, Durham is one of the city’s most distinctive independent venues, blending food, drink, music and community in a creative and characterful setting. Located on Claypath, the venue retains elements of its historic cinema past while offering a vibrant contemporary space for live events.
- [Fabio’s Bar](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/fabios-bar/): Fabio’s Bar is a lively and much loved independent bar in the heart of Durham city centre. Known for its relaxed atmosphere and strong local following, it is a popular spot for live music, social gatherings and late night drinks.
- [Gala Studio](https://durhamjazzfestival.co.uk/venues/gala-studio/): The Gala Studio at Durham Gala Theatre is an intimate performance space located within the main theatre complex at Millennium Place. Designed for smaller productions and experimental performances, the room offers a relaxed, close-up setting that places the audience right alongside the performers.