19th June Sax Appeal
Vibrant and charismatic, award winning Derek Nash is the artistic force behind Sax Appeal. A member of the Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, he’s a regular contributor to television shows and has previously performed at The Millennium Stadium and Glastonbury.
26th June Jon Hamilton Big Band
This 17-piece big band has created quite a following in the South East. Musical director Colin Charman composes and arranges music as well as playing the clarinet and saxophone. Expect a mix of toe tapping jazz standards and modern classics.
3rd July Mark Lockheart Quartet
Mark Lockheart is one of the most distinctive and creative jazz musicians on the British music scene. As a saxophonist and composer, his work defies categorisation, crossing the boundaries between jazz, new music and folk.
10th July No performance
The Pantiles Players will be performing Shakespeare’s Two Gentlemen of Verona on The Bandstand. For more details and tickets contact:
17th July Force Ten
One of the best “big bands” in Kent, Force Ten have a long history and an even bigger feel good factor. If you’ve seen them before their big band classics from icons such as Glen Miller and Duke Ellington will come as no surprise. If you’re a Force Ten novice – prepare for a real “wow” factor.
24th July Sue Rivers Quartet
Described as truly gifted, Sue’s mellow tone and sheer emotion delight audiences the length and breadth of the country. Words cannot do Sue’s talent justice and this evening she will perform with her outstanding quartet.
31st July Hard Lines
Hard Lines are one of the UK’s leading purveyors of accessible jazz funk. Band leader and composer, Iain Rae is an accomplished, versatile and professional pianist. It’s fun, it’s upbeat and it’s sure to impress.
7th August Jim Mullen Organ Quartet
Ever popular, this quartet features Jim Mullen on guitar, Mornington Lockett on saxophone, Mike Gorman on Hammond organ and Matt Skelton on drums. Sublime - the perfect backdrop for a summer evening.
14th August Heads South
Latin rhythms combined with jazz and western melodies and harmonies make for an original and eclectic upbeat mix. Original compositions to take your breath away and bring summer sun to The Pantiles. Make a date in your diary today.
21st August Clare Hirst Quartet
Clare Hirst has played saxophone on some of the biggest stages and featured in timeless pop and jazz classics. Now on her third album, she is composer, arranger, soloist and band leader. This is contemporary jazz with a warm, personal resonance.
28th August Trudy Kerr Quartet
Polished, assured and accomplished. These are just a few of the superlatives that have been attributed to Ronnie Scott regular Trudy Kerr. Warm and expressive, this is jazz at it’s seductive best.
4th September Over The Edge
Jazz funk with a Latin feel. This local band will delight with upbeat classics from the likes of Miles Davies to Stevie Wonder. A show-stopping season finale.
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