Barry McCormack was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1978 and studied piano as a child. He received his first guitar from his uncle Harry and was inspired to learn by ear from Blues programs on the radio. He discovered jazz soon after that and his early heroes were Charlie Parker, Wes Montgomery and George Benson but his most important influence was Louis Stewart who lived and played in Dublin.

CEO Experiment is the highly acclaimed Dublin-based trio featuring Leopoldo Osio (piano), Peter Erdei (electric bass), and Cote Calmet (drums), known for defining the cutting edge of fusion jazz and modern improvisation.

With an international reputation for intricate writing and adventurous improvisation, Trish Clowes provides her bandmates with an abundance of space for exploration, spontaneity, and kinetic provocation. A new album with the quartet is due to be released in Spring 2026, presenting a new set of vibrant compositions.

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.

*FIRST VISIT*

An experimental music project led by the critically-acclaimed drummer and composer Dan Walsh, Fixity’s music lives in a world where rock-and-roll, free jazz and noise co-exist. This is a bubbling brew of sounds expertly churned into groove by Walsh and his bandmates.

Richie Buckley, a self-taught saxophone player, is internationally recognised as one of Ireland’s leading jazz performers

With his unique style and virtuoso technique, Richie Buckley, a self-taught saxophone player, is internationally recognised as one of Ireland’s leading jazz performers. He has been described as "extraordinary" (Irish Times, 2001), "something of a genius… a world reputation amongst saxophonists" (Irish Times, 1999) and a musician whose "playing manages to be simultaneously passionate and gentle, romantic and elegiac." (Sunday Independent, 2001)

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.

David Lyttle presents Grammy-nominated Pat Bianchi, one of today’s most revered Hammond organ players. Mentored by Joey DeFrancesco, he has worked in the groups of legends Pat Martino and Lou Donaldson and tours worldwide with his own trio.

Let's get together and play jazz standards! Get your chord changes from iRealPro, and the heads from the Real Book. All and any instruments and singers are welcome. This is an event organized by the community.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or behind in admin tasks like booking gigs, social media, or starting that funding application? Procrastinating the other aspects of project management that make up a portfolio career?

You’re not alone! Join IMC for ‘Music Admin Mondays’, a 4-week, low-pressure, high-reward drop-in online series designed to help you finally tackle the ‘business side’ of your music. Each session provides a structured, supportive environment where you can focus, with guidance and peer accountability to help you get things done.

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

with Kevin James Delaney on keys, Kevin Malone on drums and Conor Brady on guitar

Kevin and the collection of musicians operating under the name Telegraph have been playing for many years in the Dublin area, although events (dear boy) from covid onwardhave curtailed performances for the past number of years. The upcoming gig in Arthurs will be the first in a run of gigs in 2026 that will pave the way for the autumn release of new material.

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.

Scott Flanigan - piano with Andrew McCoubrey on drums and Rohan Armstrong on bass.

From the mid-1960s until the present day, the Beatles have held a fascination for jazz musicians, with jazz greats such as Count Basie, Herbie Hancock and Brad Mehldau all recording numerous songs by the Fab Four.

Performing music from his GRAMMY-candidate album The Willow Doesn’t Weep, alongside a selection of his favourite jazz and blues songs.