Upcoming events.
Jazz in the Loft - Dennis Rollins
One of the most distinctive trombonists of his generation, Rollins has lent his unmistakable sound to artists like Blur, Jamiroquai, and Pee Wee Ellis, while leading his own award-winning projects. He’s received Trombonist of the Year at the British Jazz Awards, a BBC Jazz Award for Best Band, nominations for the Parliamentary Jazz Awards, and an MBE for services to music.
Now he steps into Jazz in the Loft’s spotlight with a top tier band featuring Cameron Pierre (guitar) and Tiago Coimbra (bass), plus a special guest on drums. It’s rhythm, brass, and the Caribbean warmth. Impossible to sit still for.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)
Jazz in the Loft - Nigel Price Organ Trio
As the nights draw in, Jazz in the Loft returns to the Tobacco Factory, and on October 10th, the Nigel Price Organ Trio takes the stage. Winners of the 2016 British Jazz Award for Best Small Group and 2021 Parliamentary Jazz Award nominees, the trio will perform favourites from their back catalogue alongside music from their forthcoming album, It’s On!
At the helm of the trio is guitarist Nigel Price, celebrated for his clear, no-nonsense, driving style. He is joined by Ross Stanley, widely regarded as one of the UK’s finest Hammond B3 organists. Completing the line-up is Joel Barford, a fast-rising drummer already hailed as a “man of the moment” on the jazz circuit.
As usual at Jazz in the Loft, expect a moving, intimate, and unfiltered performance.
Jazz in the Loft - Liane Carroll
Bristol Jazz Festival welcomes to the next Jazz in the Loft edition the incomparable Liane Carroll, a towering figure in British jazz and one of its most deeply soulful and heartfelt performers. With a career spanning decades, she has collaborated with artists ranging from Sir Paul McCartney to the BBC Concert Orchestra, and has been honoured with awards including Best Vocalist and Best of Jazz at the BBC Jazz Awards. Liane Carroll remains a rare and compelling presence in jazz—authentic, unfiltered, and essential.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult over 21yrs, 1:1 ratio)
One-Night-Only Festival Fundraiser
Join us on May 28th for a spectacular one-day fundraising event at The Mount Without—a unique 900-year-old landmark in the heart of Bristol. This historic church, beautifully reimagined as a modern creative hub, provides an outstanding backdrop for a day filled with music, creativity, and community spirit.
Workshop & Masterclass with Joe Webb in The Loft @ Tobacco Factory Theatre
We're excited to welcome one of the UK's most captivating young pianists, Joe Webb, for a masterclass on Jazz. Joe Webb is very highly regarded in the Jazz world and we can't wait for him to join us and share with us his approach and experience.
Joe Webb Trio Live in The Loft @ Tobacco Factory Theatre
This special performance is presented by Bristol Jazz Festival in partnership with Bristol Jazz Workshop, and promises a night of dynamic improvisation, rich harmonies, and electrifying swing. Whether you're a lifelong jazz lover or new to the scene, this is an opportunity to experience world-class musicianship up close in an intimate and atmospheric venue.