KILDARE JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026 Yumi Ito
Yumi Ito uses her voice to create worlds beyond all boundaries. The Swiss-Polish-Japanese musician is considered one of the most distinctive voices in vocal improvisation. She moves effortlessly between jazz, art pop, and neoclassical music—as if Tori Amos and Norah Jones had written a Debussy biopic with Ólafur Arnalds’ music.
Nigel Mooney Sunday Jazz Sessions at the United Arts Club
Sunday Jazz at the United Arts Club
Relax into a Sunday afternoon of jazz in the elegant surroundings of the United Arts Club.
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: 'Ben Shutz Up & Playz'
Enjoy an afternoon of all original compositions by guitarist Ben Prevo - ably assisted by Dominic Mullan on drums, Sean Maynard Smith on 5 string Citron bass and keyboardist Maja Elliot. Although not specifically versed in the traditional jazz idiom, Ben's pieces draw elements from blues, country, jazz and more and have plenty of space for improvisation and surprises.
Sunday Jazz with the Lounge Quartet
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.
KILDARE JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026: Teen Spirit Jazz Ensembles
The Teen Spirit Jazz Hub welcomes young musicians aged 13-18 to develop performance skills and explore jazz repertoire, improvisation and technique. The ensemble is led by Diarmuid Lally and is delivered in partnership with Riverbank Arts Centre, participants rehearse monthly in a state-of-the-art theatre space and benefit from the valuable insights of Riverbank’s creative team.
Organ Freeman - Weekly Jazz Sundays
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.
Searsons Sunday Jazz
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.
Pompe it Up – Live Gypsy Jazz Every Sunday
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!
KILDARE JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026: Origin Story
Pianist Greg Felton, bassist Cormac OBrien and drummer Matthew Jacobson have accumulated over 25 years of history as collaborators and friends and have been involved in many of the most artistically successful projects in creative Irish music in that time.
Dock Street Jazz Club: Next Generation Sounds
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 feature acclaimed guests and NI talent alike in Belfast's latest jazz attraction.
Barry McCormack and Hugh Buckley
Bossa Nova, Blue Note and standards from the golden age of American song performed by guitar duo Hugh Buckley and Barry McCormack.
Jazz Improv! (All Players Welcome)
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.
Perspectives: Aynur
Aynur is one of the most prominent Kurdish singers of our times. Her impressive voice and extraordinary musical narration represent the Kurdish music heritage of her cultural roots as a global genre. Her unique voice infuses traditional Kurdish folk music with the contemporary sensibility of Western music. She has created a timeless musical language, combining the treasures of Kurdish traditions with modern arrangements that connect generations and cultures.
Pizza Jazz at Lucky's (Live Trio)
Grab a pizza and a pint and enjoy some live jazz provided by some of Dublin's finest musicians. Expect tunes by the likes of Herbie Hancock, Weather Report and Sun Ra.
Nils Petter Molvær Group: Triskel International Jazz Programme 2026
Nils Petter Molvær is one of the most prominent performers within an electroacoustic, improvised/composed musical hybrid that has become a genre of its own.