Jazz Ireland - Events - Venues - Irish Jazz Music

25 Mar

The Hot Box

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The Hot Box #137 - New Releases

A selection of some wonderful music from albums released in recent weeks, from concert performances in the 1990s to brand new compositions and recordings both Irish and American. ... read more..

24 Mar

In The Groove

Red Keane

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2 min read

In the Groove: Episode #3 – Charlie Moon

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring you closer to the artists shaping the vibrant Irish jazz scene. Last week, we had the pleasure of chatting with ... read more..

Tales from the far Side 20.03.25 The Sound of Jazz around us

24 Mar

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 20.03.25 The Sound of Jazz around us

On this edition I was inspired by the Bobby Hutcherson/ McCoy Tyner recording of "Isn't this the sound around me" and I thought I compile a whole show about the effect Jazz has for your daily well read more..

Tales from the far Side 13.03.25 Kind of Green - a Celebration of Irish Jazz

17 Mar

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 13.03.25 Kind of Green - a Celebration of Irish Jazz

On this week's edition I celebrate the great treasure trove of Irish Jazz in past, present and tomorrow with music by the Michael Buckley Quartet Ebb and Flow, the John Donegan Irish Sextet, the D read more..

11 Mar

The Hot Box

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The Hot Box #136 - In Memory of Lou Donaldson

He was born in 1926 and lived to be just 98 years old, having played in public well into his 80s. Donaldson was an alto saxophonist who began his career as a disciple of Charlie Parker, with whom he p... read more..

Tales from the far Side 06.03.25 Jazz around the

10 Mar

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 06.03.25 Jazz around the "Waters of March"

On this edition I reflect about the "Waters of March", more in an uplifting springtime mood rather than the amount of water coming down from the mountains here around my Jazz shed in weather-proof read more..

10 Mar

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

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Ninety Degrees

"One of the most scintillating debuts emanating from the Irish scene in years” | "90 Degrees is a storming jazz-rock, at times even, without using the word too strictly, spiritedly funky, epic of some read more..

05 Mar

Jazz News

Red Keane

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Tom Caraher to Release Debut Album Ninety Degrees with Launch Event at Arthur’s

A fresh wave of energy is sweeping through the Irish jazz scene with the release of Ninety Degrees, the highly anticipated debut album from saxophonist and composer Tom Caraher. Officially launching o... read more..

Tales from the far Side 27.02.25 A Valse Hot for the cold season

03 Mar

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 27.02.25 A Valse Hot for the cold season

On this edition I feature a selections of Jazz Waltzes to bring you into the brighter season of the year with music by Sonny Rollins, Clark Terry, Enrico Pieranunzi, Jason Moran, Sarah Vaughan, Ra read more..

28 Feb

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

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Jim Doherty's SPONDANCE

SPONDANCE is the 1986 octet album of pianist Jim Doherty’s jazz suite, recorded with close friends Louis Stewart and Bobby Shew, and the cream of Los Angeles musicians (Bob Sheppard: alto, Gordon Bris... read more..

27 Feb

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

208

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EBB and FLOW

EBB and FLOW is the new and entirely original project from the Dublin saxophonist and his wonderful trio of: Greg Felton (piano), Barry Donohue (bass) and Shane O’Donovan (drums). Its nine titles are ... read more..

25 Feb

Festivals

Red Keane

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Kildare Jazz Festival

The Kildare Jazz Festival is a vibrant annual celebration of jazz, showcasing an exciting mix of local, national, and international musicians at the Riverbank Arts Centre in Newbridge, County Kildare.... read more..

SPONDANCE: Jim Doherty’s Iconic Octet Album Re-Issued with a Special Concert in Dublin

24 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

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SPONDANCE: Jim Doherty’s Iconic Octet Album Re-Issued with a Special Concert in Dublin

Livia Records proudly announces the re-issue of SPONDANCE, Jim Doherty’s 1986 jazz suite featuring an all-star lineup, including legendary Irish guitarist Louis Stewart. This long-awaited re-release w... read more..

Tales from the far Side 20.02.25 Bass-Guitar Duets in Jazz

24 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 20.02.25 Bass-Guitar Duets in Jazz

On this edition I feature some of the exciting Jazz Guitar and Stringbass Duets, a selection of classic and modern interplays with music by Joe Pass+Niels Henning Oerstedt-Pedersen, Jim Hall + Ro read more..

18 Feb

The Hot Box

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The Hot Box #134 - Roy Haynes

The Hot Box 134 is devoted to the memory of the great drummer Roy Haynes. Haynes died, at the age of 99 in November last year, secure in his place as one of the greatest drummers of all time. His care... read more..

Michael Buckley’s Ebb and Flow – A Landmark Contemporary Release from Livia Records

17 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

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Michael Buckley’s Ebb and Flow – A Landmark Contemporary Release from Livia Records

Livia Records proudly presents Ebb and Flow, is proud to announce the release of 'Ebb and Flow,' the latest album from renowned Dublin saxophonist Michael Buckley. This marks the label’s first contemp... read more..

Tales from the far Side 13.02.25 Obituaries 2024

17 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 13.02.25 Obituaries 2024

On this edition I pay tribute to some of Jazz who sadly left us in 2024, featuring some of the unfortunately too long list, whose music will thankfully live on for generations to com, saying goodb read more..

Open Call for Emerging Artist/Group Performance - Kildare Jazz Festival 2025

12 Feb

Jazz News

Red Keane

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Open Call for Emerging Artist/Group Performance - Kildare Jazz Festival 2025

Are you an emerging jazz artist or group ready to take the stage? This is your chance to shine at one of Ireland’s most exciting jazz events! Kildare Jazz Festival is inviting fresh, talented voices i... read more..

12 Feb

In The Groove

Red Keane

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In the Groove: Episode #2 – Michael Buckley

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring you closer to the artists shaping the vibrant Irish jazz scene. A few weeks ago, we had the opportunity to sit d... read more..

12 Feb

In The Groove

Red Keane

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2 min read

In The Groove: Episode #1 - Phil Robson

Welcome to In the Groove, a brand-new YouTube series from Jazz Ireland, where we bring you closer to the artists shaping the vibrant Irish jazz scene. Just before Christmas, we had the pleasure of sp... read more..

09 Feb

Uncategorised

Red Keane

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Jazz Shop - Coming Soon

Discover the sounds of Irish jazz! The Jazz Shop will be an ever-growing resource featuring as many Irish jazz albums as we can find. Whether you're looking for classic recordings or the latest releas... read more..

Tales from the far Side 06.02.25 Stormy Weather Jazz

03 Feb

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 06.02.25 Stormy Weather Jazz

On this edition I try to blow the "Stormy Weather Blues" away with some "Gale Force Jazz" Giving you a good blast of magic Jazz to stand all those storms drifting over Ireland. Music by Charles Mi read more..

29 Jan

The Hot Box

1993

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The Hot Box #135 - Some New Stuff

Welcome to the first Hot Box of 2025. Regular listeners will know that we had a rush of obituary-type shows at the back end of last year, but we start 2025 with some new material as well as a quick no... read more..

28 Jan

Website Terms & Policies

Red Keane

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Accessibility Statement Jazz Ireland

At Jazz Ireland, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities or preferences. To enhance accessibility, we have implemented various features ... read more..

Tales from the far Side 23.01.25 Reviews and Previous

27 Jan

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 23.01.25 Reviews and Previous

On this edition I start into the new year 2025 with a review of some of my favorite albums and an ode to a new beginning with some January related Jazz. Music by Jon Irabagon, Kenny Barron, Neil C read more..

Tales from the far Side 16.01.25 The Best of Westport Jazz 2024

20 Jan

All Other Jazz

Werner Lewon

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Tales from the far Side 16.01.25 The Best of Westport Jazz 2024

On this edition I look back at the activities of Westport Jazz, our small but devoted non-profit initiative which has brought an impressive variety of artists into the Westport Jazz Club during th read more..

Introducing Jazz Ireland’s New Video Series: In the Groove

15 Jan

Jazz News

Red Keane

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Introducing Jazz Ireland’s New Video Series: In the Groove

At Jazz Ireland, we’ve always been passionate about connecting people with the vibrant and ever-evolving Irish jazz scene. Today, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new video series, In ... read more..

Album Review: Blast From The Past - David Redmond - Roots

10 Jan

Album Reviews

Daniel Rorke

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Album Review: Blast From The Past - David Redmond - Roots

Personnel: David Redmond (b), Jason Rigby (ts), Bill Carrothers (p), Kevin Brady (d) Recorded in Munich, Germany, 2012 Ah 2012… it was a very good year… at least for blue-blooded girls of independent... read more..

10 Jan

Irish Jazz Albums

Red Keane

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2 min read

Patchwork

Acclaimed as Ireland's "rising star" of jazz by The Irish Times, Charlie Moon stands out as a singular voice in the realms of cool jazz, blues, and soul jazz. Hailed by the BBC as “A very gifted young... read more..

23 Dec

The Hot Box

1979

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The Christmas Box 2024

(The Ghost of Christmas Past) Celebrating Christmas and also celebrating the 90th anniversary of the campaign to ban jazz in Ireland, which seems to have failed. ... read more..

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