South London’s top jazz club!
See the best national and internationally renowned jazz musicians, live on the first Wednesday of each month, at the EAST DULWICH TAVERN, 1 Lordship Lane, SE22 8EW
April 1st 2026
TICKETS FOR THE BLUE NOTE PROJECT
Jazz at the EDT at the Dulwich Festival, 13th-17th May
All tickets bookable through the Dulwich Festival website (follow links for each event).
Wednesday 13th May, 8pm EDT
JEAN TOUSSAINT
Raised in the USA, he rose to prominence, playing with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, Terence Blanchard, Mulgrew Miller etc. Having moved to the UK, he has played with many British musicians including, among others, Steve Williamson, Courtney Pine, Julian Joseph, Jason Rebello and Cleveland Watkiss. His style is swinging, surging, straight-ahead contemporary jazz with a strong emphasis on melody.Jean has released 12 critically acclaimed albums, appearing in many top 10 lists in The Telegraph, Jazzwise, The Sunday Times, The Guardian and Jazz in Europe and won Best Instrumentalist at the 2019 Jazz FM Awards.
With Neil Casey (piano), Steve Watts (bass) and Mike Pickering (drums)
Thursday 14th May, 8pm EDT
IAIN BALLAMY
Iain Ballamy is a key figure in contemporary European jazz with a distinctive musical voice merging avant-garde experimentation with accessible melodic sensibility. Listed in the BBC’s ‘100 Jazz Greats’ between Count Basie and Chet Baker, Ballamy has been described as urbane, original, and uncompromising.
His work merges both strong jazz and classical references but remains un-encumbered by formality and tradition. Significant partnerships include innovative big band Loose Tubes, Bill Bruford’s Earthworks, Django Bates’ Human Chain, Anglo/ Norwegian duo ‘Food’.
Acclaimed releases for ECM include ‘Quiet inlet’ by Food with Thomas Strønen, and ‘Quercus’ with folk singer June Tabor and pianist Huw Warren which masterfully blends folk and chamber music with improvisation.
With Nick Ramm (piano), Steve Watts (bass) and Mike Pickering (drums)
Friday 15th May, 8pm EDT
DUNCAN HEMSTOCK
Music from the golden era of jazz! Think Louis Armstrong’s Hot Five, Benny Goodman Quartet, Jelly Roll Morton etc, all played by five highly talented specialists of the style, including Pete Horsfall (trumpet), Matt Carter (piano), Harry Evans (bass) and Joe Dessauer (drums).
Originally from Adelaide, but now living in London, Duncan is relishing the many opportunities to perform for dancers and concert audiences alike throughout the UK and Europe. He brings his joy for life and music to every performance, always delivering with a smile and a cheeky quip or two. His clarinet playing is not only influenced by Goodman, but also the fiery intent of Edmond Hall, while his Tenor Saxophone approach is inspired by the great Lester Young.
| SUNDAY 17th May, 2pm Dulwich Hamlet FC Bar |
Jazz from the Jabberwock’s Jaws is a wild concert specially designed to introduce families to the burbling brilliance of live jazz. Listen as the legendary beast trade its bite for a swinging beat, brought to life by a lineup of top musicians. The frontline features the vorpal saxophone duo of Ned Bennett and Horace Cardew, alongside the Bandersnatch brass of Sid Gauld on trumpet and Felix Fardell on trombone. Providing the galumphing groove is a powerhouse rhythm section: Neil Casey on piano, Steve Watts on bass, and Chris Nickolls on drums.
From the mysterious shadows of the mimsy borogoves to the triumphant snicker-snack of the horn section, this performance reimagines Lewis Carroll’s nonsense poem through clever syncopation and infectious energy. It’s a perfect introduction to the genre—capturing the imagination of children and the ears of jazz aficionados alike. Beware the Jabberwock? No—join the Jabberwock for a session that is truly Calloo-Callay!
All children and adults require a ticket for each event, unless otherwise stated. Where offered, children’s tickets are for 0-16 year olds unless otherwise stated. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
| SUNDAY 17th May, 7pm Dulwich Hamlet FC Bar |
The Gold Coasters featuring Chris Cobbson
| Led by guitarist Chris Santo Cobbson (Jazz Warriors, Courtney Pine, Baraka etc), the Gold Coasters features some of the finest UK based Highlife and Jazz musicians who have worked with artists including ET Mensah, AB Crentsil, Pat Thomas, Ebo Taylor and Highlife International. The band’s sharp presentation and amazing performance will have you singing, dancing and cheering. This gig is unique… no other band in the UK plays this music with the same authenticity, accuracy and spirit as these guys.They sold out at the Dulwich Festival in 2025. If you managed to get a ticket, you’ll be back for more. If you didn’t, this is your chance. |
about us…
Find South London’s best Jazz venue, located in the fabulous upstairs bar at the East Dulwich TAVERN, 1 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, SE22 8EW.
(If the music isn’t enough to persuade you to come along, then the EDT always has a great variety of hand pulled real ales.)
Recent guests include Jean Toussaint, Shaney Forbes, Nathaniel Facey, The London Tango Quartet, John Turville, Iain Ballamy, Claude Deppa, Henry Lowther, Brandon Allen, David Preston, Tony Kofi, Laura Jurd, Art Themen, The Goldcoasters, Camina Banda etc etc.
Doors open at 8.00, bands play 8.30-9.30 and 9.50-10.40
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