Scott's Jazz Club Presents: Sam Braysher Trio
Sam Braysher is a London-based alto saxophonist. A regular performer at jazz clubs across Europe, he has received international critical acclaim for his warm, delicate sound and deep knowledge of the standard repertoire and American Songbook.
He is joined here by a rhythm section of rising stars from the London scene: in-demand double bassist Jack Garside (Mark Kavuma and The Banger Factory), and swinging young drummer Kai McRae (Rachael Cohen, Stan Sulzmann).
Westport Jazz Presents: VERNERI POHJOLA | MONKEY MIND
Verneri Pohjola, a Finnish trumpeter and composer, is one of the most celebrated and acclaimed Jazz artists in Europe. He possesses a commanding and unique voice that showcases both warmth and vibrancy in his playing. His writing is bold and creative, with a unique ability to write immersive and powerful melodies that highlight his individuality and progressive style.With a string of successful releases and critical acclaim, his talent has not gone unnoticed. In 2015, Jazzwise Magazine called his album, 'Bullhorn,' "one of the finest albums of recent times" and hailed him as a "fully-fledged star", shedding his 'star-in-the-making' mantle. He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the prestigious Nordic Council Music Prize nomination in 2021, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the Nordic music scene.
Kevin Brady's Electric Quartet
THE KEVIN BRADY ELECTRIC QUARTET FEATURING SEAMUS BLAKE & BILL CARROTHERS
In 2022, Kevin Brady and his Electric Quartet found themselves heading in a groundbreaking new direction, inspired by a collaboration that would redefine their sound.
Chief Keegan
“If Orgone and The Meters had a baby and moved to Ireland… or maybe it’s as if Booker T and some of the Grateful Dead members and their side projects collided late one night in New Orleans… either way…”Emerging from Dublin, Ireland, (yes, that’s correct - Dublin F’ng Ireland)
ZASKA (Ireland) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Max Zaska is a guitarist, songwriter, and producer best known for his feel-good blend of modern funk, neo-soul, and indie jazz.
With his band, ZASKA, Max brings his original songs to life with a verve and enthusiasm that is infectious. His live work and recordings over the past decade have featured a dizzying array of Irish artists, ranging from Hozier, who was his first vocalist, to Wyvern Lingo, Loah, Tolu Kakay, Jess Kav, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Little Green Cars and Denise Chaila.
Katharine Timoney Quartet (NI) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Tipped as ‘One To Watch’ by BBC Introducing, Jazz FM UK and Belfast Live, award-winning singer-songwriter Katharine Timoney is making waves as one of Ireland’s leading jazz-soul crossover artists.
Jazz, Blues & Soul Lucky Dip
A revolving roster of jazz and blues acts featuring some of Ireland's finest musicians from Richie Buckley and Chris Comhaill to Ben Prevo and Karl Clews. Expect fabulous music as the perfect backdrop to your Saturday afternoon.
Carole Nelson Trio (Irl) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
London-born jazz pianist, saxophonist and composer Carole Nelson has been a mainstay of the Irish jazz scene, since she first moved here more than 30 years ago.
Norman & Corrie (Scotland) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Shetland islander Norman Wilmore and Glaswegian Corrie Dick daringly blend the old and new with their reimagining of the airs and rich musical heritage of Scotland’s northernmost isles.
Using as their reference point ancient melodies discovered during an island residency, Norman&Corrie’s compositions bridge the gap between tradition and innovation, infusing ancestral melodies with modern production – much has Lankum have done with traditional music in Ireland.
Kevin Brady's Electric Quartet
THE KEVIN BRADY ELECTRIC QUARTET FEATURING SEAMUS BLAKE & BILL CARROTHERS
In 2022, Kevin Brady and his Electric Quartet found themselves heading in a groundbreaking new direction, inspired by a collaboration that would redefine their sound.
Nduduzo Makhathini Trio (South Africa) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini has been a central figure in South Africa’s vibrant jazz scene for over a decade.
One of just a handful of African-based musicians to be signed to the prestigious Blue Note jazz label, he has released three albums on Blue Note, including Modes of Communication: Letters From the Underworlds, which earned a New York Times ‘Best Album of the Year’ ranking in 2020.
Double Bill: Vijay Iyer (USA) - Ronan Guilfoyle’s Bemusement Arcade (Irl/UK) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Vijay Iyer (USA)
Described by The New York Times as a “social conscience, multimedia collaborator, system builder, rhapsodist, historical thinker and multicultural gateway,” VIJAY IYER is an influential and shape-shifting presence in twenty-first- century music.
Vijay Iyer has carved out a unique path as an influential, prolific, shape-shifting presence in twenty-first-century music.
Christine Tobin & Phil Robson "Shelter From The Storm" (Café Style Seating)
Come along and enjoy an evening of live music in a relaxed, café-style setting. We’re switching things up — traditional auditorium seating is making way for a warm, intimate café atmosphere, complete with tables and chairs. Sit back, sip a drink, and experience the music up close in a setting designed for comfort and connection.
Thats him: The Music of Kurt Weill
Sam Braysher “whose warm tone and consonant and inquisitive approach to harmony is attracting growing attention on the British jazz scene” (All About Jazz) is an alto saxophonist, who has received international critical acclaim for his three albums to date. He is joined here by a top London rhythm section including in-demand double bassist Jack Garside (Mark Kavuma and The Banger Factory) and Kai McRae. The trio play lively, swinging arrangements of items from the American songbook and jazz canon, including compositions by the likes of George Gershwin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Kurt Weill and Carlos Antonio Jobim.
Collider (Irl) - Bray Jazz Festival 2025
Collider is the newest project from Dublin based guitarist Chris Guilfoyle. It’s music that explores the electronic worlds of Drum and Bass, House, and IDM, where the rich tones of electric guitar intertwine with ethereal synth sounds and heavy drum grooves.