“The melodies here are exquisite and the execution flawless, melding jazz and classical disciplines to deliver six sparkling new originals. “ -Ian Mann, The Jazz Mann CD REview UK

Gediminas Karkauskas

“An expressive, emotional debut that echoes the solitary experience while being completely right with the universe. “- Debbie Burke (US)

Gediminas Karkauskas – Pianist & Composer

Join us for the third edition of this monthly series, presenting the best of Irish jazz in Cork's renowned Sonflour restaurant.

This edition of Cork's newest jazz event sees renowned trumpeter Paul Kiernan joining the resident trio of Gavin Smith on guitar, Michael Riordan on bass and Michael McCarthy on drums.

This class is suitable for complete beginners but will also have something for those with some dance experience. In this class you will learn classic jazz steps, fun routines, how to play with the music, and how to put solo jazz in to your partner swing dancing.

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

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.

Each month, Improvised Music Company hosts CPD events, Cooler Clinics, at The Cooler at The Complex or online. These sessions offer artists practical tools to strengthen their careers and navigate the often-overlooked, behind-the-scenes essentials of professional life.

In this session, we’re joined by Eilish A. Hayes, a Chartered Accountant with nearly 17 years' experience across public and private sectors, including charities, the civil service, and commercial entities. Her newly established practice is dedicated to sole traders and small businesses, with a mission to make financial advice more accessible, affordable, and jargon-free.

"a thoughtful and sensitive composer, with a gift for blending instruments to paint pictures in sound ” - The Independent

IMC presents Cork trombonist Paul Dunlea’s vibrant quartet to Dublin, for an evening mixing exciting new music with favourite standards.

We’re thrilled to welcome one of Ireland’s leading jazz bassists to Solstice with his band for their debut album All In Motion.

Known for his international collaborations with visiting musicians to Ireland, Dublin-based Dave Redmond has assembled an all-star cast for this record: George Colligan is one of the world’s leading jazz musicians and pianists; Stéphane Mercier is one of the most in-demand saxophonists on the European jazz scene, and when coupled with Darren Beckett's dynamic drumming, this exciting ensemble create a captivating sonic landscape that transcends traditional jazz boundaries.

RTÉ Concert Orchestra
Callum Au, conductor 
Claire Martin, vocalist

The internationally acclaimed, multi-award-winning jazz singer Claire Martin joins the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, led by Callum Au, to celebrate the art of swing.

In 1910, Irish humanitarian Roger Casement journeyed to the Amazon rainforest of Peru to investigate horrific atrocities committed against Indigenous communities by the rubber industry. His report—now known as The Blue Book—became a pivotal document in the history of human rights. Over a century later, Peruvian-Irish composer and guitarist Rodrigo Almonte brings Casement’s powerful testimony to life in Sounds of the Blue Book—a striking new suite of music that blends jazz, improvisation, and traditional Irish and Peruvian sounds into a moving and richly textured performance.

Join vocalist Aleka, guitarist Chris Guilfoyle, bassist Derek Whyte, and drummer Conor Guilfoyle for an intimate celebration of the life and works of Billie Holiday — one of jazz’s most iconic and influential voices.

Billie Holiday’s singing, instantly recognisable for its smoky warmth and aching sincerity, reshaped how jazz could tell a story. With her ability to infuse every lyric with raw emotion and lived experience, she brought unvarnished truth to classics like Don’t Explain, Fine and Mellow, and God Bless the Child. Her repertoire overflows with songs of love, loss, resilience, and quiet defiance — music that still resonates deeply today.

In 1910, Irish humanitarian Roger Casement journeyed to the Amazon rainforest of Peru to investigate horrific atrocities committed against Indigenous communities by the rubber industry. His report—now known as The Blue Book—became a pivotal document in the history of human rights. Over a century later, Peruvian-Irish composer and guitarist Rodrigo Almonte brings Casement’s powerful testimony to life in Sounds of the Blue Book—a striking new suite of music that blends jazz, improvisation, and traditional Irish and Peruvian sounds into a moving and richly textured performance.

Celebrated Irish bassist and composer Dave Redmond launches his highly anticipated new album, All in Motion, with a special live performance featuring his dynamic All in Motion Quartet. Joining Redmond are three internationally renowned jazz musicians: George Colligan (USA) on piano, Stéphane Mercier (Belgium) on saxophone, and Darren Beckett (Ireland/USA) on drums.

Vienna born London based musician Guido Spannocchi predominantly known for his woodwind skills, especially alto and baritone saxophone as well as flute, has come to international attention since the release of his entirely analogue album "Ahead Only" in 2017. Spannocchi has since focused on composing and performing his original music in various settings and ensembles and has published over 10 albums and EPs on his label audioguido records. His most recent albums "Perihelion" 2022 and "Live at Porgy & Bess" 2023 have gained him international press coverage and critical acclaim in print media like Jazzwise, Die Presse, Wiener Zeitung and The Wire as well as significant radio presence on BBC Radio 3, BBC Radio 6, JazzFM, OE1, WWFMU and many more.

Guitarist Tom Ollendorff returns to Arthurs this October with an all-star trio as part of his highly anticipated album-release world tour. Widely regarded as one of the most exciting talents to emerge from the UK in recent years, Ollendorff’s playing blends lyrical sensitivity, rhythmic fluidity, and a distinctively warm tone. He’s joined by two of the most in demand musicians in the world today, drummer Francesco Ciniglio and bassist Viktor Nyberg.