Experience the unparalleled voice of Vanessa Haynes of Incognito as she celebrates the life and legacy of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul. Known for her rich, powerful vocals and stage presence, Vanessa delivers an evening of Aretha’s most iconic hits including Chain Of Fools, Respect, I Say A Little Prayer and (You Make Me […]

Jazz FM & One Jazz presenter Ruth Fisher invites you to a special jazz brunch with the legendary Elaine Delmar in the elegant Halsey Hall, located just across from Watford Town Hall. Elaine Delmar, the daughter of renowned trumpeter Leslie 'Jiver' Hutchinson, was raised in a world of music and forged an illustrious career. She […]

Janet Evra is an international jazz vocalist, bassist, and bandleader, originally from England and now based in St. Louis in the USA.  Janet has collaborated with jazz superstars Randy Brecker, Taylor Eigsti, Marcus Miller, Veronica Swift, Wycliffe Gordon, Sara Gazarek, Mohini Dey, Dave Weckl, Eric Marienthal, and Diego Figueiredo, amongst others.  She sings in English, […]

Saxophonist Tim Garland and pianist Gwilym Simcock are both known internationally as band-leaders and fine composers, sharing a deep love of contemporary, melodic jazz. Garland’s near 20-year association with Chick Corea and Simcock’s collaborations with Pat Metheny have made the pair amongst the most experienced and respected improvising musicians on the European scene. They have […]

One of the capital's most exciting trumpeters, Mark Kavuma, performs a solo show for the first time in Watford. With support act, the Oscar Lyons Quartet. Over the last decade composer, trumpeter and bandleader Mark Kavuma has established a reputation as an influential figure, performing at the cutting edge of the vibrant London nu-jazz scene. […]