Tommy Halferty’s long-standing musical friendship with renowned ECM vocalist Norma Winstone has seen much-loved and critically-acclaimed tours and an album over many years of collaboration. The pair first met while teaching at Newpark Music School in the early 1990s, during one of Norma’s visits to Ireland where she also performed with the Noel Kelehan Big Band. From that moment, whenever Norma returned to Ireland, she consistently invited Tommy to perform alongside her.

Sunday Jazz at the United Arts Club
Relax into a Sunday afternoon of jazz in the elegant surroundings of the United Arts Club.

A curation by Laoise Leahy

Trombonist Paul Dunlea brings his unmistakable virtuosity to the cobblestone in an exciting performance alongside the dynamic Tomas Gall on drums and the ever‐inventive Scott Flannigan on Organ. Together, this exceptional ensemble blends groove, spontaneity, and rich musical storytelling, performing original compositions and contemporary takes.

The Lounge Quartet have built up a strong following in their Sunday tenure at Walters. Delivering swinging standards from the Great American Songbook, this jazz band is sure to provide the ideal soundtrack to your chill out Sunday.

Join us for a Sunday afternoon of jazz, with a great selection of tunes that will appeal to all music lovers, from swing, bossa, bebop, funk and more! Featuring our house band with some of Ireland’s finest jazz musicians - Kevin Brady (drums), Patrice Brun (saxophone), Mike Nielsen (guitar), James Fennell (piano) and Ronan McCullagh (bass).

Organ Freeman – Irish jazz organ trio

Organ Freeman specialises in the music of the bebop and hard bop idioms of the early 1950s and 60s. Playing standards by composers such as Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Wayne Shorter, and many more in the classic organ trio format.

Spend your Sunday evenings at Searsons of Baggot Street with their weekly jazz series led by Dublin-based vocalist and percussionist Cormac Kenevey. A staple of the Dublin jazz scene, Kenevey has been critically acclaimed for his recordings, live tours, and performances.

Join Pompe it Up for an evening of high-energy gypsy swing every Sunday at Mother Reilly’s Pub, Rathmines. This Dublin-based band brings the infectious rhythms of Django Reinhardt-style jazz to life in a cosy pub setting. Great music, good vibes, and the perfect Sunday soundtrack!

Our weekly jazz club curated by MOBO nominated drummer David Lyttle. The best Irish and International Jazz musicians, in the intimate setting of our upstairs bar. This week features Neil Yates (UK).

Bossa Nova, Blue Note and standards from the golden age of American song performed by guitar duo Hugh Buckley and Barry McCormack.

Arthur's Jam session is strictly jazz, but all musicians and listeners are welcome 

Doors at 8 / Jam starts at 8:30

Full backline provided

Jazz jam session every Monday, hosted by Paul Dunlea. This is the original Jazz Improv in the city and features as part of the  Cork jazz festival every Oct. All players welcome.

DCU BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance
Final Year Student Performances

A Celebration of Young Irish Jazz

An exciting opportunity to see the best of young Irish jazz, as DCU’s BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance students take to the stage to perform in front of a live audience to showcase their talents, as part of their final assessments.

Ireland’s best Jazz Festival lights up the Walled City this May Bank Holiday weekend, Wednesday 29th April – Monday 4th May 2026.

Jazz is the music of improvisation. No boundaries. No barriers. City of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival reflects just that. A musical legacy open to all. We invite you to get involved in our 25th year of this world-renowned celebration of all things jazz.

Jazz at Egan’s of Aungier Street with The Leon Buckley Quartet every Wednesday from 8pm performing standards, with a mix of classic swing tunes and modern grooves.