4 April 2024 – Full details of all upcoming shows over the next three months are below and include an array of stars from across the jazz spectrum including Grammy-nominated Jamaican pianist Monty Alexander showcasing music from his new album D-Day, Brazilian singer, pianist and guitarist Ed Motta, British bassist and band leader Dan Casimir with his new Big Band project, venerable British saxophonist John Surman, US bassist Kyle Eastwood playing the music from the films of his father Clint Eastwood, Snarky Puppy, Stacey Kent, Jose James, Buddy Rich Big Band featuring Cathy Rich & Gregg Potter with guest Benny Greb, Mica Paris, Espen Eriksen Trio with Andy Sheppard, Mike Stern Band and much more.

GENERAL VENUE INFO:

Main shows

Main shows at Ronnie’s are spread across two sittings, with early show doors at 5:30pm for a 6:30pm start and second house doors opening at 8:30pm for a 9:15pm start. On single houses on Mondays and Tuesdays (check website) doors open at 6pm for a 7.30pm start. On Sunday’s doors open at 12pm and 6.30pm for one sitting.

Upstairs @ Ronnie’s

Upstairs @ Ronnie’s offers guests the opportunity to experience some of the best up and coming vocalists and instrumentalists on the London scene with a selection of jazz, New Orleans, Afro Cuban, samba and more.

The Late Late Show

Ronnie Scott’s famous Late Late Show is the hottest ticket in London for late night entertainment. Running Wednesday to Saturday and hosted by some of London’s coolest artists and stars, tickets cost £12 in advance and £12-25 on the door. With entry from 11.15pm until 3am, the Late Late Shows are a popular post-dinner destination for drinks and entertainment in the heart of Soho.

APRIL

Thursday 4th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Drift-Lab

Originally conceived by Manuele Montesanti, sound design experiments via software and in-depth knowledge of synthesizer programming are at the basis of Drift-Lab's musical compositions which are inspired by the likes of Bach, Miles Davies and Frank Zappa.

Friday 5th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Moyses Dos Santos

"Under The Hat," is Moyses' latest project fusing R&B, soul, hip-hop, jazz, funk, and pop. It highlights UK soundscapes and blends Moyses' jazz origins with Brazilian elements. Moyses Dos Santos, a respected bassist, songwriter and music director from Sao Paulo, relocated to the UK in the early 2000s and has worked alongside Nile Rodgers, Emeli Sandé, Janelle Monae, and more, including the famed Brazilian band, Azymuth.

Saturday 6th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Joe Chambers Quintet featuring Andrés Vial

Joe Chambers is an acclaimed drummer, vibraphonist and composer who has worked with many influential jazz figures. He has performed and recorded with Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Freddie Hubbard, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Sonny Rollins, Herbie Hancock, Dizzy Gillespie, Charles Mingus, Joe Henderson, Donald Byrd, Archie Shepp, Bobby Hutcherson and many more. Chambers’ lengthy association with Blue Note Records began in 1964 and continues to this day. In 2023 Blue Note released Chambers’ album “Dance Kobina”, an exploration of the deep musical connection between jazz, Latin and African music. Chambers will lead the group and feature Canadian pianist Andrés Vial and alto saxophonist Jonathan Orland.

Sunday 7th April 2024
12.30pm (£15.00 - £20.00)

Carol Grimes ‘A Singer Tale’

Carol Grimes is widely regarded as one of the finest singers in British music. A much-loved performer infusing folk, blues and jazz, she came to the notice of the public when she joined the band Delivery in 1969 and recorded one album before departing for a solo career. Her debut solo album, Warm Blood (1974), was recorded with members of Area Code 615 and the Average White Band. She recorded her second album in Memphis, Tennessee, with The Brecker Brothers, Donald "Duck" Dunn, and The Memphis Horns.

Sunday 7th April 2024
6.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion

Since its inception in 2008, the club’s monthly blues night has remained a firm favourite on the blues calendar bringing top performers from the world of jazz and blues. Co-led by guitarist/vocalist Marcus Bonfanti (Ten Years After), pianist/vocalist Paddy Milner (Tom Jones) and also featuring Tony Remy (JackBruce) on guitar, the Blues Explosion presents a night of electrifying blues featuring the music of BB King, Buddy Guy, Peter Green, Albert Collins, Dr. John and many more.

Monday 8th April 2024
6.00pm (£35.00 - £55.00)

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra

Directed by wise-cracking MD Pete Long, expect the power of a big band across all the genres with first class arrangements of classic big band hits from the likes of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton, The Rat Pack and Benny Goodman.

Tuesday 9th April 2024
6.00pm (£25.00 - £40.00)

Espen Berg Trio

Espen Berg Trio is an award-winning piano trio from Norway. Their third album, Free to Play, was listed in Downbeat as one of the best releases of the year and 2022’s Fjære, with guest artists Mathias Eick, Hanna Paulsberg and Silje Nergaard, has expanded their audience over the world.

Wednesday 10th April 2024
5.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Soft Machine

Soft Machine, from their earliest performances as a psychedelic band who were contemporaries of, and shared stages with, Syd Barrett's Pink Floyd and the Jimi Hendrix Experience, all the way to being one of Europe's best known 'fusion' groups, has influenced several generations of bands, and continues to be name-checked by today's hip experimentalists.

Wednesday 10th April 2024
8.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Anika Nilles

Nevell is a band formed by German drummer and composer Anika Nilles. With her band, she creates a masterfully innovative mixture of jazz, funk and progressive elements; carefully combining virtuosity with catchy melodies.

Thursday 11th April 2024
5.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Orlando Le Fleming - Romantic Funk

Acclaimed bassist Orlando Le Fleming will perform music from his upcoming album Wandering Talk. His unique style has been utilized on numerous projects with prominent artists like Branford Marsalis, Joey Calderazzo, and Kurt Rosenwinkel amongst others. The current lineup includes UK's drummer James Maddren and keyboardist Tom Cawley.

Thursday 11th April 2024
8.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Richie Goods & Chien Chien - Connected

Jazz-funk virtuosos Richie Goods and Chien Chien Lu are extending their musical partnership with their latest project Connected. Richie Goods, the youngest inductee of the Pittsburgh Jazz Hall of Fame, boasts a versatile career having performed with several jazz and popular artists. Chien Chien Lu, a Taiwanese vibraphonist and composer, combines her classical training and love for R&B to create a unique contemporary jazz style, earning her the title "vibraphone rising star" by Downbeat Magazine.

Friday 12th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Omar Puente Charanga Sextet

Renowned Cuban violinist Omar Puente, known for his vibrant energy, is a distinguished figure in the Latin jazz scene. He's back with his Charanga Sextet, blending Cuban music, African rhythms and contemporary jazz.

Saturday 13th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Rachel Z - The Sensual Tour featuring Omar Hakim

"Sensual" is an album that pushes the boundaries of contemporary music, blending elements of jazz, rock, folk, and world music to create a truly unique and captivating sound. Rachel Z, a virtuoso pianist known for her expressive playing and innovative compositions, takes the lead in crafting the album's healing melodic mantras and harmonies.

Sunday 14th April 2024
12.00pm (£15.00 - £20.00)

That’s Life with Gary Williams

Star of the West End's Rat Pack Gary Williams celebrates the great crooners from the golden age of entertainment.

Sunday 14th April 2024
6.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Shayna Steele

Steele, a former demo and backup singer for Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Rihanna, and Bette Midler and original Broadway cast member of Hairspray is one of the most in demand and sought after gigging musicians on the scene.

Monday 15th April 2024
6.00pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Mark Turner Quartet

Saxophonist Mark Turner has made significant contributions to the jazz community over his two-decade career, thanks to his unique tone, improvisational skills and challenging compositions. As both a leader and sideman, Turner has collaborated with a variety of musicians such as Jakob Bro, Tom Harrell and The SF Jazz Collective and live recording at the Village Vanguard in 2023 received a five-star rating from Downbeat magazine.

Tuesday 16th April 2024
6.00pm (£25.00 - £40.00)

Yakul

Yakul, an emerging force in the neo-soul sphere, has established a unique presence in the UK's jazz and R&B scene with their Future Soul style.

Wednesday 17th - Thursday 18th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30 pm (£50.00 - £70.00)

Mica Paris

Mica Paris, the acclaimed Queen of Soul in the UK, boasts an illustrious career filled with chart-topping singles and albums including her debut Top 10 hit, "My One Temptation", released when she was just 18.

Friday 19th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Binker Golding

The show will be a mix of Golding’s compelling compositions brought to life by slide-guitar, a driving rhythm section and Golding’s trademark, hard-hitting tenor sound. With songs that sound like the wide-open landscapes of mid-western America, “Dogwood” is an album that has the blues, Americana & heart-land rock running through its veins.

Saturday 20th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£45.00 - £60.00)

Mica Millar

British soul music's rising star Mica Millar has achieved over eight million Spotify streams. She won Jazz FM's 'Soul Act of The Year 2022' and was nominated for 'Breakthrough Act of The Year.'

Sunday 21st April 2024
12.00pm (£15.00 - £20.00)

Catherine Lima - Peggy’s Got The Blues

Following on from The Allure of Miss Lee, jazz vocalist Catherine Lima and her quartet present Peggy’s Got the Blues. Catherine is a charismatic and entertaining performer drawing on influences such as Anita O’Day, Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald, Joni Mitchell and Patricia Barber.

Sunday 21st April 2024
6.30pm (£35.00 - £55.00)

Natalie Williams’ Soul Family

Natalie Williams' Soul Family is a 10-piece band that has held a monthly residency at the club for the past 16 years. Soul Family emerged from the jazz and neo-soul era of the early 2000s and the band today perform their original music alongside classic soul, nu soul, jazz and R&B.

Monday 22nd April 2024
6.00pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Tom Smith Big Band

The Tom Smith Big Band, directed by award-winning saxophonist Tom Smith, is a rapidly rising sensation in London's music scene. Their performances, filled with energy and joy, showcase original music that blends modern and bluesy elements into London's rich jazz legacy.

Tuesday 23rd April 2024
6.00pm (£20.00 - £35.00)

Tomaz Bura Group featuring RÜH & Guthrie Govan

An impassioned, heartfelt ensemble fusing jazz, soul and funk. On guitar is Guthrie Govan, whose skills across rock, blues, and jazz have earned him legions of dedicated fans worldwide. His virtuosic mastery of the fretboard pushes musical boundaries and elevates the band's sound to new heights.

Wednesday 24th - Saturday 27th April 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£40.00 - £45.00)

Eastwood by Eastwood - Kyle Eastwood quintet plays the music of the films of Clint Eastwood

Kyle and his quintet will perform the soundtracks associated with Clint Eastwood’s masterpieces. This concert is a musical expression of the close-knit relationship between two art forms that have in common the power of emotionally charged dreams and between two artists, who besides their family ties share the same passion for cinema and music. Both as an actor and musician, Kyle has always been passionately in love with what he does: “Clint and I have always had a beautiful working relationship”.

Sunday 28th April 2024
12.00pm (£15.00 - £25.00)

Pete Long & Ryan Quigley Quintet

The early 1960s were a particularly good time for those who liked their jazz visceral, melodic and swinging. Pianist Horace Silver was one of the prime movers in this cause, leading to a genre which critics would later dub hard bop. This show is a whistle-stop journey through the amazing output of pianist Horace Silver.

Sunday 28th April 2024
6.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

W3 Funk Sessions

W3, an energetic funk band inspired by iconic and contemporary bands like The JBs, Tower of Power, Herbie Hancock, Lettuce, and Anderson .Paak, is comprised of top industry professionals who've toured with artists like Dionne Warwick, Gary Barlow and Jess Glynne. Founded by Phil Simmonds in a West London pub, the band quickly became a popular networking hub for industry insiders. Now based at Ronnie Scott’s, W3 attracts large audiences for its unique, performance every month.

Monday 29th - Tuesday 30th April 2024
6.00pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Antonio Forcione Quartet

Antonio Forcione, an internationally acclaimed guitarist known for his unconventional style, captivates audiences worldwide, earning him the nickname the 'Jimmy Hendrix of the acoustic guitar.' His performances, whether solo or in collaboration with his quartet blend jazz, Spanish, African, Brazilian and improvised music with unique virtuosity, passion and humour. Contributing to this unique sound are Santana, a multi-instrumentalist from Brazil, Jenny Adejayan, a London-born cellist of Nigerian/Grenadian descent and Matheus Nova who has the ability to “transform folkloric into “funkloric”.

MAY

Wednesday 1st May 2024
5.30pm (£20.00 - £35.00)

Finn Carter Quartet

Led by pianist and composer Finn Carter, the members of this group all approach improvising from the same perspective: trying to serve the music and remove the ego from improvising. With credits including Loyle Carner, Rex Orange County, Sampha and Tom Misch, these in-demand players are all technically virtuosic but the music they create together is more than that; it is sensitive, emotive and synergistic.

Wednesday 1st May 2024
8.30pm (£30.00 - £45.00)

Shez Raja featuring John Etheridge and Guthrie Govan

Voted one of the ‘Hottest Bass Players in the World’ by readers of Bass Player magazine, virtuoso British-Asian bass player Shez Raja is renowned for his high energy live shows, unique Indo-jazz-funk sound and global star collaborations with Mike Stern, Randy Brecker, Trilok Gurtu and Wayne Krantz. Inspired by travels with his father to the Punjab region of the Indian sub-continent, Raja immersed himself in the musical culture of his South Asian roots. He now merges his rich musical heritage with a hugely diverse playing experience to create dynamic and passionate music that blends East with West.

Thursday 2nd May 2024
5.30pm (£35.00 - £55.00)

Yessaï Karapetian

Armenian born pianist, Yessaï Karapetian is a composer, performer and multi-instrumentalist with an ambitiously wide approach to contemporary jazz. Living between Paris, New York and Yerevan, he embraces with sensitivity and virtuosity all the facets that compose his identity: resonances of his Armenian roots and African-American cultures, and French impressionist piano crossing avant-garde universes from Thom Yorke to James Blake.

Friday 3rd May 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Zara McFarlane sings Sarah Vaughan

On what is the centenary of her birth, this show is a celebration of Sarah “Sassy” Vaughan, whose formidable vocal range, sublime musicianship and daring interpretations have transformed how vocalists approach lyrics and connect to their material. With a voice that has been described as ‘a caressing voice of sparkling clarity,’ Zara is an in-demand vocalist internationally and has performed with acclaimed musicians including Hugh Masekela, Gregory Porter, Gary Bartz, Ernest Ranglin, Shabaka Hutchings, Moses Boyd and Ezra Collective.

Saturday 4th May 2024
5.30pm & 8.30pm (£50.00 - £150.00)

Snarky Puppy

Snarky Puppy isn’t exactly a jazz band. It’s not a fusion band, and it’s definitely not a jam band. It’s probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times’ advice, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they’re not.” Snarky Puppy is a collective of sorts with as many as 20 members in regular rotation. At its core, the band represents the convergence of both black and white American music culture with various accents from around the world. The defining characteristic of Snarky Puppy’s music is the joy of performing together in the perpetual push to grow creatively.

Sunday 5th May 2024
12.00pm (£15.00)

Frank Cognoscenti performs Sinatra ‘62 Sextet

Frank Cognoscenti and his sextet return once more to pay homage to Sinatra’s tour of ‘1962’ which included nights at the Royal Festival Hall and Paris Lido. As one of only two tours Sinatra ever performed with the sextet line up featuring the rhythm section of drums, bass, piano and guitar complemented by alto sax and vibraphone.

Sunday 5th May 2024
6.30pm (£35.00 - £50.00)

Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion

Ronnie Scott's Blues Explosion has been a monthly highlight since 2008, attracting top jazz and blues artists. Led by Marcus Bonfanti and Paddy Milner, with Tony Remy on guitar, the band captivates audiences by performing classics from BB King, Buddy Guy and others.

Monday 6th May 2024
6.00pm (£35.00 - £55.00)

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra

As one of the UK's top big bands, this group, led by award-winning Pete Long, blends expert ensemble work and unique solo performances, captivating both jazz newcomers and aficionados alike. Their performances encompass swing, vocals, funk, and Latin elements, with prestigious arrangements from big band legends such as Count Basie, Duke Ellington and The Rat Pack.

Tuesday 7th - Sunday 12th May 2024