Your Jazz Journey Your Festival
Exclusive Showcases
Celebrated Artists
World-renowned legends and household favourites bringing unforgettable performances to our Big Top stage
Unmissable one-off performances, unique collaborations and specially commissioned works created just for this Festival
Beats, Bites and Beyond
Proceeds from every on-site food and drink purchase go directly towards supporting our charity work
From the vibrant Festival Village to the far reaches of Cheltenham town, explore a mix of free and ticketed events, enjoy refreshing drinks, savour delicious food and immerse yourself in a Festival atmosphere that captures the spirit of jazz.
Festival Bar
Relax and refuel between gigs at our Festival Bars. Help us reduce waste by using reusable plastic cups:
1. Collect your cup when you buy your first drink for a one-off levy
2. Exchange for a fresh cup when you get another drink
3. Return it when you leave the Festival site
Drinking Water
Top up your reusable drinking bottles for free, at water taps across the Festival site.
Street Food
From savoury bites to sweet treats, there is something for everyone from street food traders in the buzzing Festival Village.
Free Programme
Bigger, better and now open-air, our Free Stage is the perfect spot to enjoy top acts from Cheltenham and beyond. Thanks to the support of Cheltenham BID, we’ve also filled the town with free live music. See p41 for the full free programme.
Family Tent
Enjoy workshops, hands-on sessions and musical fun for the whole family.
See the full family programme on p35
Jazz Arena
We’ve revamped our Jazz Arena, removing the chairs to make standing room for you to get fully immersed in the performances, feel the beat and move your feet.
RECORD LOUNGE Vinyl and Vintages
Unplugged and Uncorked
Our new-look Record Lounge, brought to you by Laithwaites and Rough Trade, is a vibrant hub where vintage wines and fresh beats sync in perfect harmony.
FEATURING
TASTING NOTES SESSIONS
Join Laithwaites daily for tips on wine pairings to complement every rhythm and note
CLASSIC ALBUM PLAYBACKS
A chance to immerse yourself in classic jazz albums that have stood the test of time
EXCLUSIVE ARTIST SIGNINGS
Meet the musicians behind the music and take home a signed keepsake
VINYL AND ARTIST MERCHANDISE
Dive into Rough Trade’s handpicked selection of records and exclusive merchandise
PLUS | DJS | COMPETITIONS | WINE PAIRING TIPS
SCHEDULES AND TIMINGS
Keep your eyes peeled for more information online or head to the Record Lounge in the heart of our Festival Village for schedules and updates
Because music and wine are better together
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Festival Programme
Katie Melua
Big Top
£50, £48, £36, £30
Since making her musical debut in 2003 at the age of 18, Georgian-British singer-songwriter Katie Melua has gone on to become one of the highest selling artists in Europe. She achieved platinum status for her second, iconic record Piece by Piece and her latest album Live at the Royal Albert Hall captures her spellbinding presence as a live performer with her captivating vocals and colourful melodies.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 9–10.30pm J06
Supported by Bottlegreen
We can’t wait to welcome primary school children from across Gloucestershire to discover the joy of jazz in our Festival Big Top. Find out more at cheltenhamfestivals.org/ jazz-for-schools
Kindly supported by GSW Music Hub
With thanks to our event supporters
Donate £5 to support our outreach work, helping 80,000 children access culture this year
Thursday 1 May
Elles Bailey and Alice Armstrong
Jazz Arena
£26
Bristol-born Elles Bailey joins us in the Jazz Arena this year, bringing with her a smoky voice and innovative set that seamlessly blends Americana, rock and blues genres. She is joined by R&B artist Alice Armstrong , known for her impressive vocal range and unmatched stage presence.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
7–8.30pm J07
Supported by CloudEmployee, Sutton Cox and Vonnies
Champagne with Lulu
Big Top
£60, £56, £42, £36
In 1965, 15-year-old Lulu stormed into the UK charts with her iconic hit Shout, establishing herself as one of our most precious pop icons. Since then, she has seen a lifetime of global success including a Eurovision win, a Bond theme tune, a number one duet with Take That and the biggest selling record in the US, To Sir with Love
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 9–10.30pm J09
Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone
Dunkertons Tap Room
£24
Experience ‘Lady Nade Sings
Nina Simone’ – an extraordinary celebration of Nina Simone’s timeless legacy. Lady Nade, acclaimed for her unique and award-winning vocal talent, stands as a shining star in the UK music scene. This high-octane performance, coupled with a heartfelt homage to Nina Simone, promises an unforgettable show.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8–9.30pm J08
Image: Alec Bowman Clarke
Join us in our new look standing Jazz Arena with genre-defying artists, cutting-edge soundscapes and high-energy performances that will get you moving
If you like these, try some similar events from the rest of the programme..
Soul Jazz Summit
with the BBC Concert Orchestra
Big Top
£60, £56, £38, £32
The Soul Jazz Summit brings together the very best of jazz, funk and soul including special guests Emeli Sandé, Vanessa Haynes, Lulu, Tommy Blaize, Lucy-Anne Daniels, Curtis Stigers and Lisa Stansfield
Celebrating the explosion of jazz and soul from the late 50s, more than 80 musicians come together to draw inspiration
Mark Kavuma and the Banger Factory
Parabola Arts Centre
£20
Trumpeter Mark Kavuma stands out as a leading voice in the new wave of British music. His unique tone, rooted in the legacy of Miles Davis and Roy Hargrove, effuses a deep energetic New York influence. A rising star who will change your view on contemporary jazz, his originality as a composer paints a landscape of soul, spirituals, blues and hard bop in the jazz tradition.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 6.30–7.30pm Bar open from 6pm J10
With thanks to our event supporters
from jazz giants Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Aretha Franklin, Count Basie and more in an extraordinary night of music. Featuring BBC Concert Orchestra and Guy Barker’s Big Band
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 6–7.30pm J11
Supported by Bishop Fleming and Arbuthnot Latham
Image: Serena Guidolin
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Kokoroko
Town Hall, Main Hall
£28, £22
London collective Kokoroko channels
West African greats through a jazz-rooted approach. Inspired by Fela Kuti, Tony Allen and Ebo Taylor, they craft soul-shaking, horn-driven Afrobeat and highlife sounds, blending vibrant melodies, intricate drum patterns and harmonised vocals, marking an exciting chapter in the UK jazz scene alongside the likes of Ezra Collective.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8–9.30pm J13
This is a standing event with unreserved tickets; however, balcony seats can be reserved
Supported by Partners& and Switch Health
Elli Ingram
Jazz Arena
£24
Brighton born and bred, songstress Elli Ingram has set herself apart with her soulful voice, honest and hard-hitting lyrics and hip hop flare. She first gained attention with a smouldering, unique cover of Kendrick Lamar’s Poetic Justice Her most recent work, Bad Behaviours, showcases her soulful, husky tones.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8–9.15pm J12
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets.
One of the greatest blues men of our time
Jools Holland
Big Boy Bloater
Dunkertons Tap Room
£24
Donate
£10
to help cover the cost of a sensory pack, enabling someone with sensory issues to experience the Festival comfortably
With thanks to our event supporters
Big Boy Bloater ’s voice has been compared to Howlin’ Wolf crossed with Tom Waits and his upbeat songs mask their dark lyrics and intricate arrangements. In 2016, he was voted in Blues Magazine’s top 100 ‘Blues Voices of All Time’.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8–9.30pm J14
This is a standing event with unreserved tickets; limited high bar seats available first come, first served.
Image: Jasmine Engel-Malone
Flight Call
Parabola Arts Centre
£25
A six-piece led by a trio of award-winning singers Georgia Cécile, Lucy-Anne Daniels and Pete Horsfall Flight Call have earned a reputation for charming audiences at every performance, it’s no wonder that they are one of Cheltenham’s favourites. Join us for a beautiful evening of music filled with songs rooted in swing and blues wrapped in lush vocal harmonies.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
8.45–10pm Bar open from 8.15pm J15
Access to Music 2025 Conference
Flight Call will lift you to new heights with their upbeat vocal swing.
Lisa Stansfield
Big Top
£60, £56, £42, £36
Adored for her personal and captivating style of soul and R&B, English singersongwriter Lisa Stansfield ’s breakthrough multi-platinum album Affection sold five million copies worldwide, won three Brit Awards and two Ivor Novello Awards.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 9.15–10.45pm J16
Industry figures gather to explore the challenges faced by disabled people in the music and live events industry, focusing on accessibility, technology, education and policy. For more information visit cheltenhamfestivals.org Thursday 1 May
A series of unforgettable Jazz Festival events at Dunkertons Organic Cider Tap Room, showcasing soulful blues, timeless jazz and musical legends reborn
FEATURING
THURSDAY Lady Nade
Sings Nina Simone
See p9 for full event details
FRIDAY
Big Boy Bloater
See p12 for full event details
Find out how to book on p63 at
SATURDAY Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green
See p20 for full event details
SUNDAY
Georgia Mancio and Alan Broadbent Quartet
See p23 for full event details Anna Moss
See p29 for full event details
Saturday 3 May
Birmingham Conservatoire and Siena and Hamburg Exchange
Parabola Arts Centre
£14
Rising stars from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire invite students from the prestigious Siena Jazz-Accademia Nazionale del Jazz in Italy and Hamburg Hochschule of Music to showcase a programme of wide and varied jazz. A must-see favourite for first-timers and Festival-goers.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 11am–12.30pm J17
Supported by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Lucía
Hotel du Vin
£60 Ticket includes a three-course meal and a drink on arrival. Tables may be shared
With an artistic vision that bridges the gaps between Jazz standards, Latin and pop, Lucía is the first artist from Mexico to enter and win the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 12–3pm J18
Bar open from 12pm with lunch served at 12.30pm. Performance 2–3pm
Spotlight on talent development
Spotlight is our year-round talent development programme, providing an invaluable platform for up-and-coming talent, helping to inspire and support performers throughout their career.
One to Watch Exchange
Every year we welcome young musicians from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and two top institutions for studying jazz. Join us at Parabola Arts Centre for an unforgettable experience as these emerging artists come together in a giant jazz celebration.
Celebrating Excellence
The Showcase
The Showcase programme is at the heart of our commitment to supporting emerging jazz artists. From connecting them with industry professionals to showcasing their talent in our Festival programme. Look out for Ni Maxine and Maya Delilah on our Jazz Arena stage (see page 16).
Supported by Oldham Foundation and the PRS Foundation
With thanks to our event supporters
Find out how you can help us continue to support emerging artists on pages 23 and 33
Image: Carolina Erives
Spotlight
Musho: Sofia Jernberg and Alexander Hawkins
Parabola Arts Centre
£20
Musho seamlessly blends jazz improvisation with the oral tradition of music, creating an emotionally rich experience that feels like sinking into a tender yet powerful embrace.
Sofia Jernberg and Alexander Hawkins draw from their shared connection to Ethiopian music, weaving it with European contemporary language to craft a sound that transcends boundaries — rooted in heritage and propelled by fearless innovation.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
1.30–2.30pm Bar open from 1pm J20
The Showcase: Ni Maxine and Maya Delilah
Jazz Arena
£20
Greeting heartache with humour, singer-songwriter and guitarist Maya Delilah has amassed a huge following and has recently announced her debut album
The Long Way Round with Blue Note Records, with key tracks including Actress and Squeeze. She’s joined by British Neo-Jazz singer-songwriter Ni Maxine whose political lyricism and timeless vocals have been compared to Billie Holiday, Sade and Erykah Badu.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 12.30–1.45pm J19
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets. Supported by Oldham Foundation and the PRS Foundation
Corinne Bailey Rae with Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra
Big Top
SOLD OUT
Corinne Bailey Rae with Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra was announced in November’s first wave ticket release and is now sold out. Don’t miss out next time, sign up to our mailing list to hear about events and exclusive offers.
Supported by Leaf Creative
With thanks to our event supporters
Billy Cobham
Town Hall, Main Hall
£34, £24
Celebrate Billy Cobham’s seminal contribution as a master drummer, composer and educator with this special Festival appearance. A virtuoso jazz fusion drummer with career-defining work in the bands of Miles Davis, George Benson and Horis Silver, Billy has reached his eight-decade milestone and is still as pioneering as ever.
CODE 2–3.15pm J21
Brown Penny
Parabola Arts Centre
£20
Catch rising stars Brown Penny with their heady collision of indie, metal, jazz and electronic music compositions. This six-piece ensemble, led by Cassie Kinoshi, known for her work with Kokoroko and SEED Ensemble, will take you on an exciting musical adventure. Joining Cassie are Tyrone Isaac-Stuart , David Mrakpor, Isobella Burnham, Tjoe Man Cheung and Ayo Salawu EVENT TIME
3.30–4.45pm Bar open from 3pm J22
Joe Armon-Jones
Jazz Arena
£28
Joe Armon-Jones is a keyboardist, composer, songwriter and band leader based in south London. An alumnus of the influential jazz education programme Tomorrow’s Warriors and a founding member of the Mercury Prize-winning quintet Ezra Collective, his virtuoso piano playing and improvisatory talents have made him a sought-after collaborator, lending his talents to projects spanning jazz, dub, electronic, pop and hip hop.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 4–5.15pm J23
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets.
It’s l e ev g we f wat
Curtis Stigers
Town Hall, Main Hall
£32, £24
World-renowned jazz vocalist and former BBC Radio 2 Jazz Artist of the Year Curtis Stigers has released nine award-winning albums and performed at iconic jazz clubs and festivals around the world. He is a regular at concert halls on both sides of the Atlantic and is bringing his smooth ballad-style vocals to Cheltenham Jazz Festival this year.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
5.30–6.45pm J24
Marco Mezquida Tornado
Parabola Arts Centre
£25
Minorcan pianist Marco Mezquida is one of the most sought-after artists on the contemporary jazz scene. Known for his virtuosity and creative versatility, he seamlessly blends jazz, flamenco and classical influences.
With Masa Kamaguchi on bass and Ramon Prats on drums, Mezquida presents Tornado, a bold new musical venture. Like its namesake, Mezquida’s performance will sweep you away with the unstoppable force of his artistry.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 6–7.15pm Bar open from 5.30pm J25
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Big Top
SOLD OUT
Musical maestro Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra featuring Joe Webb are back with a boogie woogie catalogue and special guest Chris Difford (Squeeze). The show will feature the incredible Ruby Turner, Squeeze drummer Gilson Lavis and the outstanding vocals of Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka
This event was announced in November’s first wave ticket release and is now sold out. Don’t miss out next time, sign up to our mailing list to hear about events and exclusive offers. Sign up at cheltenhamfestivals.org/mailing-list
Submotion Orchestra
Jazz Arena
£28
Since their inception in Leeds in 2009, the genre-defying Submotion Orchestra have moved seamlessly between deep electronica, jazz and soul, mesmerising audiences around the world. From the earliest support from BBC Radio 6, the group’s reputation for stunning live performances grew
Man of the World: The Music of
Peter Green
Dunkertons Tap Room
£24
Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. The band featuring guitarist Remi Harris perform music from throughout Peter Green’s career, including classics Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So Bad and Albatross
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8–9.30pm J27
Supported by Keith Norton
With thanks to our event supporters
with their momentum reaching a notable peak with a headline show at the legendary Royal Albert Hall.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 7.30–8.45pm J26
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets. Supported by FEWS Event Structures
Daniel Casimir
Big Band
Parabola Arts Centre
£25
The multi-award-winning composer, bassist and producer Daniel Casimir has established himself as a singular talent throughout his career, renowned for his masterful arrangements and impeccable selection of collaborators. His latest project Balance delivers the power and intensity of the contemporary big band, woven together with the complexities of classical arrangements. Join us for this masterful experience.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 8.30–9.45pm Bar open from 8pm J28
Keith Norton
Misty in Roots
Town Hall, Main Hall
£32, £22
With a career spanning six decades, Misty in Roots are one of England’s finest reggae groups. The band was one of the most powerful live reggae acts to emerge from 1970s London and were a major force in the Rock Against Racism movement. Fiercely championed for years by John Peel and more recently
wowing the BBC 6 Music Festival crowds, this is a unique festival show you won’t want to miss.
This is a standing event with unreserved tickets; however, balcony seats can be reserved
Tom Walker
Big Top
£48, £46, £38, £32
Tom Walker is one of the UK’s biggest selling artists of the last few years, fuelled by the success of Leave a Light On and Just You and I. Blending eclectic folk and rock sounds with hip hop inspired beats, he joins us in the Big Top this year.
With thanks to our event supporters
Supported by Tarren Production
NYJO
The Fire Inside
Parabola Arts Centre
£25
Join NYJO as they honour acclaimed novelist, poet, essayist, playwright and activist James Baldwin (1924–1987).
Featuring new jazz compositions inspired by his life and influences and incorporating Baldwin’s words as lyrics. With band leader Peter Edwards, curator Lucy-Anne Daniels, singer-songwriter Akin Soul , two gospel singers and the next generation of jazz musicians.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
12–1.15pm Bar open from 11.30am J31
Georgia Mancio and Alan Broadbent Quartet
Dunkertons Tap Room
£24
Enjoy your Sunday afternoon with a globally acclaimed collaboration between multi-award-winning vocalist/ lyricist Georgia Mancio and doubleGrammy-winning jazz pianist/composer, Alan Broadbent as they tour their new album, A Story Left Untold. Described as one of the most formidable song writing partnerships of the 21st century by Jazz Views, their catalogue of songs has drawn comparisons to Cole Porter, Joni Mitchell and Stephen Sondheim.
Supported by Jazzwise
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Amadou & Mariam
Big Top
£38, £36, £30, £28
One of Africa’s most popular musical pairings, Amadou & Mariam’s story is one of the most inspiring tales in the music world; a love affair that propelled two veterans of Mali’s music industry into the charts around the globe. Blending traditional African music, rock and deserts blues, join us for this uplifting and celebratory show in the very best in Malian music.
2–3.30pm J03
James Brandon Lewis Trio
Jazz Arena
£28
Informed by the rhythms and textures of hip hop and funk while remaining rooted in jazz, New York tenor saxophonist James Brandon Lewis is carving a notable reputation in the next generation of US artists as ‘one of the fiercest sounds in jazz today’. He brings his new album Apple Cores with his trio.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 12.30–1.45pm J32
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets. Supported by Jazzwise
Claire Martin
Rhapsody in Blue
Town Hall, Main Hall
£28, £22
An all-star line-up joins jazz legend Claire Martin to celebrate the music of George Gershwin. Join us for a concert of uplifting music and entertainment, featuring some of the best songs of all time.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 2–3.15pm J34
Easily the best British jazz singer of her generation
The Times
Image: Shervin Lainez
Poppy Daniels
Parabola Arts Centre
£20
Poppy Daniels has spent years building a name for herself and developing her sound, performing with the likes of Blue Lab Beats, China Moses, Daniel Casimir, Roella Oloro, Nix Northwest, Nu Civilisation Orchestra, Colectiva, Jordan Rakei and more. Join us as Poppy introduces us to her new quintet and a celebration of the sounds which have shaped her. A hot pot of jazz fusion, hip hop and Latin, through the unique tone of one of the UK’s most exciting up and coming trumpet stars.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
2.30–3.30pm Bar open from 2pm J35
Keyon Harrold
Jazz Arena
£28
Hailing from Missouri, Keyon Harrold has developed a reputation as one of the world’s most sought after, emotionally charged trumpeters on the scene. The genre bending musician has toured and recorded with the likes of Jay Z, Beyoncé, Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
4–5.15pm J36
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets.
Image: Kwafu Alston
Byron WallenHurricane Bells
Parabola Arts Centre
£25
Trumpeter Byron Wallen brings us a stirring piece born out of a commission responding to Peter Shenai’s Hurricane Bells. Peter, a contemporary artist, cast five bells whose shapes are modelled on the structure of Hurricane Katrina, the storm that devastated New Orleans in 2005. These cyclonic, irregularly shaped bells produce a complex web of sounds that set the tone for a haunting journey through the hurricane.
Blind Boys of Alabama
Town Hall, Main Hall
£32, £22
Six time Grammy Award winners Blind Boys of Alabama are recognised worldwide as living legends of gospel music. Known for crossing multiple musical boundaries with their remarkable interpretations of everything from traditional gospel favourites to Eric Clapton, Prince and Tom Waits.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 5.30–6.45pm J38
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 5–6pm Bar open from 4.30pm J37 Donate £20 to fund a Festival ticket for someone facing barriers to culture
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Beverley Knight
Big Top
£50, £48, £36, £30
Championed throughout her career by the likes of David Bowie and Prince, ‘Queen of UK Soul’ Beverley Knight makes her long awaited Jazz Festival return with a hit-filled show including Greatest Day and Shoulda Woulda Coulda. Her accolades include MOBO Awards, Mercury Prize Nominations, West End leading roles and collaborations with Ronnie Wood and Chaka Khan.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 5.30–7pm J39
Olivia Murphy Orchestra
Parabola Arts Centre
£20
This year’s Tony Dudley-Evans commissioned artist is Olivia Murphy, who brings a one-off performance of her new work Siren Cycle to Cheltenham. Commissioned especially for Cheltenham Jazz Festival, this daring suite blends improvising vocal chorus and large ensemble. Inspired by female figures, nautical stories and ancient myths, this experimental new work is part song cycle, part sea shanty.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 7.30–8.45pm Bar open from 7pm J41
Supported by Longrow Capital
Dutty Moonshine
Big Band
Jazz Arena
£26
Dutty Moonshine Big Band are the ultimate festival band you might have danced to at Glastonbury, Beautiful Days or Shambala. Blending brass, keys, drums, digital hardware and vocalists, they are renowned for their ability to create explosive bass music that is inspired-by the classic big band sound of days gone by.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 7.30–8.45pm J40
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets.
With thanks to our event supporters
Anna Moss
Dunkertons Tap Room
£24
Anna Moss has a musical personality that oozes New Orleans, her adopted hometown. Her debut album Amnesty is stripped-down soul steeped in southern blues, Americana and porch jazz with songs busked to fruition in the historic French Quarter streets.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
8–9.30pm J42
David Gray
Big Top
£74, £68, £50, £44
David Gray was announced in November’s first wave ticket release and is now sold out. Don’t miss out next time, sign up to our mailing list to hear about events and exclusive offers.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
9–10.15pm J04
Supported by Protea Hygiene
Nubya Garcia
Town Hall, Main Hall
£30, £22
Saxophonist, composer and band leader, Nubya Garcia is part of a new wave of talent to emerge on the London jazz scene in recent years. In 2020, she released her Mercury Prize nominated debut album Source to widespread critical acclaim. Now she returns with Odyssey – a masterful blend of orchestral arrangements, R&B, jazz, broken beat and dub and her most personal work yet.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 9–10.30pm J05
This is a standing event with unreserved tickets; however, balcony seats can be reserved
One of the hottest names in
contemporary jazz
With thanks to our event supporters
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Family Concert
Jazz Arena All Ages
£10 under 2s go free
See p38 for more details
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 11am – 12pm JF09
For this concert the Jazz Arena will be dressed with plenty of rugs and bean bags leaving space to boogie. Feel free to bring a camping chair.
Buena Vista All
Stars
Big Top
£38, £36, £30, £28
Traveling from the streets of Havana to the stage of the world’s concert halls, a performance filled with enchanting rhythms and timeless narratives that have touched hearts all over the world. The Buena Vista All Stars, featuring Barbarito Torres, Demetrio Muniz, Manuel Machado and other renowned Cuban musicians, bring the essence of Afro-Cuban nostalgia to life with their show Una Noche En La Habana
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 1–2.15pm J44
Neil Cowley Trio
Jazz Arena
£26
The Neil Cowley Trio reunites to perform their outstanding new album, Entity, alongside fan-favourite Cowley classics. A magnificent return to form with head-nodding wonky grooves, killer melodies, emotionally charged pieces with a glass-like fragility laced throughout. Expect a powerful performance of deeply impassioned music and hooks aplenty complete with Cowley’s infectious wit and playfulness.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 2.30pm–4pm J45
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets. Supported by Jazzwise
Musicate
We bring teachers and pupils together with early career musicians to develop creative approaches to music in the classroom.
Supported by Attivo, Barnwood Trust, GSW Music Hub, The Big Give and The Reed Foundation.
Donate £100 to help bring live music into classrooms
With thanks to our event supporters
Macy Gray
Big Top
£60, £56, £42, £36
In 1999, R&B and soul artist and fivetime Grammy nominee Macy Gray broke into the music scene with the release of her triple-platinum album, On How Life Is. Since then, she has received five Grammy nominations, two BRIT Award wins and has amassed a devoted global fan base.
Kim Cypher
Jazz Arena
£20
Kim Cypher is one of the UK’s most exciting and exuberant saxophonists, vocalists, composers and band leaders. Following sell-out performances at world-renowned Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Kim has firmly secured a reputation for delivering the highest quality performance with incredible style, passion and charisma. A great mix of saxophone and vocal jazz, Latin, blues, swing and funky grooves.
This is a standing venue with unreserved tickets.
Roger Daltrey
Big Top £84, £78, £50, £48
Legendary rock singer Roger Daltrey closes this year’s Festival in a show packed with classic The Who songs and solo hits. Daltrey will perform acoustic and semi-acoustic takes on gems from the legendary band and delve into a solo back catalogue that dates back nearly 50 years. EVENT TIME
8.30–10pm
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Family Programme
• Our age recommendations are a gentle guide. You know your child best
• Everyone is welcome, from babies to great grandmas
• For safety, children 11 years and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder aged 16+
More information on page 61
Music with Maya
Family Tent Ages 0–3
£10
Join musician and early-years specialist Maya Bovill for a warm and interactive morning of feel-good music, stories and games for little ones. They’ll discover and explore intriguing new sounds, rhythms and movements, sparking their curiosity, creativity and confidence.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 10.30–11.15am JF01
Adventures in Arabic Music
Family Tent Ages 5+
£10
A joyful, nurturing way to start the day, with Maya leading on her guitar
Music with Maya
Syrian oud player Rihab Azar, the first female oudist with the Syrian National Orchestra, leads an interactive journey through Arabic music. Sing, listen and immerse yourself in the magic of the oud with this celebrated artist and cultural ambassador.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 12.15–1.15pm JF02
Family Sing with Juliet Kelly
Family Tent All Ages
£10
Join us for a fun-filled hour of singing, music, laughter and inspiration as our much loved Family Sing returns, led by the extraordinary Juliet Kelly. With her rich, velvety voice, Juliet will take you on a soulful journey through the jazz divas who shaped her sound. Bring the whole family for a heart-warming celebration of song and joy.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 2–3pm JF03
The Sleeping Seeds
Family Tent Ages 2+
£10
An enchanting new, playful music theatre adventure for families. Join two musical gardeners, The Sleeping Seeds, as they raise a seedling and raise a racket. Rake & Roll! Delight in catchy songs, unique instruments and playful engagement as they nurture and inspire this little seed to grow and find its place in the world. A beautiful show for all ages to enjoy together – come and help the seed grow.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE
10.30–11.30am JF04 12.15–1.15pm JF05
Music of the Bees
Family Tent Ages 5+
£10
Join Music of the Bees for an enchanting journey following a bee’s life—swarming, building honeycombs and foraging –before joining in with the biggest waggle dance ever seen. Discover these amazing creatures through improvisation, dance, song, electronic music and quirky inventions, brought to life by artists Sarah Farmer, Aaron Diaz and Nathan England-Jones
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 2–3pm JF06
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Family Concert
Jazz Arena All Ages
£10 under 2s go free
What makes jazz, ‘jazz’?
What characteristics make it distinct from rock or pop; hip hop or grunge?
Find out with Cheltenham Jazz Festival’s very own band The Happy Vampers as they take you on a joyful journey of jazz exploration.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 11am–12pm JF09
For this concert the Jazz Arena will be dressed withplenty of rugs and bean bags leaving space to boogie. Feel free to bring a camping chair.
Jazz Kids
Family Tent Age 3+
£10
Step into the magical world of jazz and blues, where the whole family can groove together. With a jam-packed morning of games, toe-tapping tunes, playful singing and creative improvisation, our amazing musicians will bring the music to life, spark your children’s imaginations and fill the air with rhythm and joy.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 12–1pm JF07
Explore a blend of classical, calypso and more while discovering the magic of steel pans
The Rhythms of Steel with Stephon Phillip
The Rhythms of Steel with Stephon Phillip
Family Tent All ages
£10
A joyful conclusion to our family programme led by Stephon Phillip, master steel pan player and band leader. With over 30 years of experience, Stephon and artists from Phase One Steel Band will guide young music lovers through the vibrant rhythms of the Caribbean and beyond, exploring a blend of classical, calypso and more while discovering the magic of steel pans with one of the country’s top pan musicians.
EVENT TIME BOOKING CODE 2–3pm JF08
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Free Programme ...around town
in association with Cheltenham BID
Why not make the most of your weekend by exploring the dozens of local and national artists who will be popping up in pubs, clubs and vibrant spaces around Cheltenham, thanks to the support of Cheltenham BID.
5–5.45pm
Bath Uni Big Band
Free Stage
A talented group of student musicians who have sold out venues and won competitions across the South West with their unique combination of classic and contemporary big band tunes.
6–6.45pm
The Other Way
Free Stage
Formed by trumpeter and conservationist Rowan Porteous, The Other Way play ecological soul-jazz. They released their debut album Learning to Be in 2024 to great reviews and many plays on Jazz FM.
7–8pm
Thrill Collins
Free Stage
Thrill Collins are a skiffle trio playing epic mash ups and medleys of all the best music that has ever been written.
4.30–5.30pm
Billy Pezzack
Free Stage
Highly creative, modern jazz guitar from a man with over four decades of guitar-playing experience.
5.45–6.45pm
Hannah and Lily
Free Stage
Hannah and Lily are a duo from Cheltenham. With a focus on acoustic guitar and rich harmonies, they aren’t afraid to delve into raw and honest topics whilst maintaining their delicate sound.
7–8pm
Late Night Juice
Free Stage
Late Night Juice are a six-piece funk powerhouse playing an eclectic mix of funk, jazz and soul covers that never fail to get you grooving.
Late Night House Party
Bottle of Sauce
After-hours jam sessions, where the raw energy of ska/punk collides with the smooth grooves of cosmic funk. With party DJs between acts.
9–10pm
Beatroot
A nine-piece bucket of funk with a side of rock: Beatroot serve up a smörgåsbord of original grooves and horn-blasting tunes.
10.15–11.15pm
AstroFunken
AstroFunken, from the fourth dimension of funk-fusion, here to rewind and soothe your mind.
Look out for exclusive artist signings, classic album playbacks and DJs in our Record Lounge
Friday 2 May
1.30–2.30pm
Sasha and Bryony
Free Stage
An acoustic duo based in Cheltenham blending indie pop melodies with R&B influences. Their sound fuses mellow acoustic guitar and piano, creating a warm, intimate and modern ambiance.
2.45–3.45pm Annecy Conservatoire
Free Stage
Hailing from Cheltenham’s twin town Annecy, this jazz ensemble from Annecy Conservatoire aims to deliver a vitamin-packed, energising cocktail of jazz standards that will have you on the edge of your seat.
4–5pm Vanessa Carr
Free Stage
Inspired by the likes of Whitney Houston and Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Carr brings a full live band experience fusing jazz, R&B and Latin to create a unique showcase.
5.15–6.15pm Superorganic / Fusion
Free Stage
Superorganic began as a basement jam two years ago and has rapidly gained a reputation for reimagining hip hop, jazz and spoken word, releasing mixtapes and playing bold new sounds to sold out festival audiences.
6.30–7.30pm
Baluji Shrivastav
OBE with Re:Orient
Free Stage
Re:Orient celebrate Latin, Indian and jazz music, creating a kaleidoscope of rhythms and melodies with intricate patterns of percussive footwork and graceful movements from Indian dance.
7.45–8.45pm Hootini
Free Stage
A nine-piece brass band of exciting emerging writers and musicians influenced by a range of musical genres including jazz, Afro-Latin, hip hop, drum and bass and funk.
With thanks to our event supporters
7–11pm
The Music Works
Takeover
Smokey Joes
Be the first to see tomorrow’s rising stars as part of The Music Works takeover. Featuring ZZULU, Sometimes Eleanor, Merce Jade, Jodie Orton, Crispin and Tallulah Blue
9–10pm Nye Banfield
The Queens
A product of Trinity Laban, Nye Banfield is a distinctly organic saxophonistcomposer bringing a raw intimacy to the UK jazz scene. His debut album Trails and Traces released in 2024.
Saturday 3 May 9–10.55pm
DJ Sam Atlantis
Free Stage
A musical journey, travelling from your jazz favourites to fresh new sounds.
11pm–late
Late Night Jam Sessions
Hotel du Vin
The party carries on late into the night, expect a famous face or two, surprise collaborations all backed by a house band.
Late Night
House Party
Bottle of Sauce
Bring your boogie boots for soulful vocals, rhythmic guitar and funky reimaginings of your favourite tunes. With party DJs in between acts.
9–10pm
Rue
Rue, the talented English songwriter, vocalist and guitarist, showcases her signature blend of soulful vocals and rhythmic guitar, infused with a captivating jazz essence.
10.15–11.15pm
Das Gruve
Five flawlessly funky friends reimagine your favourite tunes. Fancy hearing Adele in the style of Chic? Or Chemical Brothers with a Latin twist?
10am–1.30pm
Jazz It Up
Free Stage
Cheltenham Jazz Festival’s annual highlight where school and county jazz bands perform at the heart of the Festival.
12.15–1.15pm
Three Bop
John Lewis
Three Bop is a guitar based trio that play original compositions and new interpretations of jazz, Latin and pop classics.
1.30–2.30pm
Easy 3
John Lewis
Jazz quartet Easy 3 have enjoyed delighting audiences across the UK with their lively jazz/Latin/hip hop covers and some of their own exciting compositions.
2–2.45pm
Cheltenham
Improvisers
Orchestra
Free Stage
A collaboration between accomplished and ‘wannabee’ musicians, surprising and engaging audiences in musical experiences with roots in jazz and experimental music traditions.
2.45–3.45pm
Aria Soul
The Brewery Quarter
A dynamic neo-soul/jazz artist who has performed at iconic venues like Ronnie Scott’s and Pizza Express Live Soho.
2.45–3.45pm
Howl Quartet
John Lewis
Howl Quartet is a dynamic, expressive outlet with an emphasis on storytelling through melodic composition and improvisation formed of old friends and collaborators.
3–3.45pm
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Jazz Nonet
Free Stage
This band performed with recent guest artist to RBC Jazz Dept, Walt Weiskopf. The band will reprise some of this material and also introduce new student compositions for the band.
4–5pm Tomorrow’s
Warriors Junior Band
Free Stage
Tomorrow’s Warriors
Junior Band is an exciting new line-up of musicians aged 14-16, featuring some of the most promising musicians on Tomorrow’s Warriors’ award-winning Young Artist Development Programme.
4–5pm
Aidan Pope Duo
John Lewis
This exciting project pushes the boundaries of guitar trio playing and leans on improvisation to create new vistas within the jazz idiom. The trio is heavily inspired by Kurt Rosenwinkel, Chick Corea and Mark Turner.
4–5pm
Ben Partridge’s Sixways
The Brewery Quarter Sixways, led by Ben Partridge, features bold modern jazz with horns, guitar, original compositions, inventive arrangements and influences from jazz legends to indie-folk.
5.15–6.15pm
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire:
Banda Brasileira
Free Stage
Brazilian classic songs arranged for a large ensemble, performed by the recently formed ensemble from RBC’s Jazz and Percussion departments.
5.15–6.15pm
Saint Senara
The Brewery Quarter
Singer-songwriter duo Andrew Bate and Chloe Gorman blend their unique sound with storytelling lyrics for an engaging performance that awarded them the title of Gloucestershire’s best band of 2023.
6.30–7.30pm
Aria Soul
Free Stage
A dynamic neo-soul/jazz artist who has performed at iconic venues like Ronnie Scott’s and Pizza Express Live Soho.
7.45–8.45pm
NW Duke Ellington Orchestra
Free Stage
Fifteen-piece big band celebrating the music of Duke Ellington playing music from his Cotton Club days to the swinging suites.
8–9pm Miya the Sun
The Tavern
A four-piece psychedelic soul/jazz hip hop and solar funk band that blends hard-hitting funk flows with mind-expanding melodies and harmonies
With thanks to our event supporters
8–9pm
Emmy Luda and James Taylor
Imperial Gardens
Jam along to jazz-pop with singer Emmy Luda and James Taylor on keys. Inspirations include JP Saxe, Olivia Dean and Julia Michaels.
6–11pm
The Göttingen Collective
Smokey Joes
With musicians visiting the Festival from our twin town Göttingen alongside players from Cheltenham’s own experimental music scene, this collaboration promises a truly international line-up of contemporary music and free improvisation.
Look out for exclusive artist signings, classic album playbacks and DJs in our Record Lounge
Late
Night House Party
Bottle of Sauce
Join us for an after-hours jam session, where hip hop, electro and swing collide for a high energy evening of freestyle beats and genre-defying grooves. With party DJs in between acts.
9–10pm
Coja at the Prom
A mix of hip hop, hard-rock, indie-rock, soul and funk. Heavily inspired by Twenty One Pilots, Kendrick Lamar and Wallows.
10.15–11.15pm
Komposa & Co.
A collective of passionate musicians from Bristol delivering an eclectic mix of hip hop, grime, jazz and Neo Soul.
9–10.55pm
Dan Cooper Free Stage
Everyone’s favourite Wetherspoons DJ Dan Cooper promises to get us dancing with an eclectic set, ranging from jazz to UKG, bassline and drum and bass.
9.15–10.15pm
Peter Hopcroft Quartet
Imperial Gardens
Cheltenham saxophonist Peter Hopcroft formed this quartet to showcase jazz compositions of recent decades. Equally at home in improvised and classical settings, he is regularly heard in performances across Gloucestershire.
9.15–10.15pm
Dub Catalyst
The Tavern
A 10-piece ensemble delivering high-octane live shows for everyone, blending hypnotic dub reggae bass and upstroke rhythms with hip hop inspired energy and lyricism. 11pm–late
Late Night Jam Sessions
Hotel du Vin
See p43 for full event details.
10am–1.30pm
Jazz It Up
Free Stage
See p43 for full event details.
12.15–1.15pm Stolen Chocolates
John Lewis
Local favourites Stolen Chocolates combine jazz, soul and blues with a bit of pop and funk thrown in the mix.
1.30–2.30pm Catriona Bourne
John Lewis
A harp-led trio fusing jazz, Celtic folk and classical influences, with inspiration ranging from Francis Poulenc to Roy Hargrove to JJ Johnson. The set includes music from Catriona Bourne’s critically acclaimed debut album, Triquetra
1.30–2.30pm Head Rush
The Brewery Quarter
Head Rush brass band come together from the lively Birmingham and Bristol music scenes. They play fresh takes on old school classic soul, R&B, NOLA trad tunes and originals songs.
2–2.45pm Cheltenham
Singers
Free Stage
This community choir perform a range of songs to cater to a wide variety of musical tastes.
2.45–3.45pm Beatroot
The Brewery Quarter
A nine-piece bucket of funk with a side of rock: Beatroot serve up a smörgåsbord of original grooves and horn-blasting tunes.
2.45–3.45pm Madison
John Lewis
Madison is a Neo-Soul singer known for her rich, emotive voice and melodies. With a captivating sound, she blends classic soul and jazz elements with modern influences seamlessly.
3–4pm Chameleon Free Stage
An amalgamation of various influences –the earthiness of blues and soul with the experimental elements of jazz funk to create a hybrid Avant Rock genre.
4–5pm Jack Gillen Trio
The Brewery Quarter
Sensitive ballads, hard grooves and cathartic rocking out from Jack Gillen’s guitar trio.
4–5pm Cygnet Duo
John Lewis
Two musicians who sound like more. From heart wrenching through beautiful to funky and even downright cheeky, these two musicians never fail to entertain.
4.15–5.15pm Stolen Chocolates
Free Stage
See p47 for full event details.
5.15–6.15pm Cheltenham Singers
The Brewery Quarter
See p47 for full event details.
Look out for exclusive artist signings, classic album playbacks and DJs in our Record Lounge
5.30–6.30pm Head Rush
Free Stage
Head Rush brass band come together from the lively Birmingham and Bristol music scenes. They play fresh takes on old school classic soul, R&B, NOLA trad tunes and originals songs.
6.45–9.30pm
Mike Sandcastle x Cheever
Free Stage
Blackpool-born, Londonbased Mike Sandcastle mixes the neon intensity of his seaside hometown with the disco buzz of 90s French Touch HouseB2B with Cheever on the wheels of steel.
11pm–late
Late Night Jam Sessions
Hotel du Vin
See p43 for full event details.
Late Night House Party
Bottle of Sauce
Join us for a late-night house party filled with electrifying live music, where blues, rock and storytelling melodies take centre stage. With party DJs in between acts.
9–10pm Muddy Alibi
Bottle of Sauce
Muddy Alibi play a unique blend of high energy rock, blues and contemporary music. Violin and harmonica, slide and electric guitars, bass and drums support their powerful lead vocals.
10.15–11.15pm
Saint Senara
Bottle of Sauce
Singer-songwriter duo Andrew Bate and Chloe Gorman blend their unique sound with storytelling lyrics for an engaging performance that awarded them the title of Gloucestershire’s best band of 2023.
Monday 5 May
10am–1pm
Jazz It Up
Free Stage
See p43 for full event details.
1.30–2.30pm
Ben Partridge’s Sixways
Free Stage
Sixways, led by Ben Partridge, features bold modern jazz with horns, guitar, original compositions, inventive arrangements and influences from jazz legends to indie-folk.
2.45–3.45pm
Dom Franks’ StrayHorn
Free Stage
Dom Franks’ StrayHorn was formed in 2010 to showcase Dom’s harmonically emotive, lyrical, but groove-driven compositions. Over the years, the group has featured a revolving cast of leading musicians from the buzzing jazz scene around the UK.
4–5pm
UWE Big Band
Free Stage
The band operates as an extra curricular activity for UWE students. They perform regularly and have won gold and platinum prizes.
5.15–6.15pm
Andy Hague’s BS3
Free Stage
Trumpeter Andy Hague plays a mixture of original compositions, Blue Note classics and standards. Influenced by Freddie Hubbard, Woody Shaw and Kenny Wheeler.
6.30–7.30pm
Swing from Paris
Free Stage
Swing from Paris are a quartet inspired by the great swing bands of the 30s, 40s and 50s: Benny Goodman and Charlie Christian meets Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli and the Hot Club of France.
7.30–8.30pm
Dan Cooper
Free Stage
See p46 for full event details.
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Day Planners
WEDNESDAY 30 APRIL
Big Top
Free Stage
THURSDAY 1 MAY
Big Top
Jazz Arena
Free Stage
Dunkertons Tap Room
Bottle of Sauce
FRIDAY 2 MAY
Big Top
Jazz Arena
Town Hall, Main Hall
Parabola Arts Centre
Hotel du Vin
Dunkertons Tap Room
Free Stage
Smokey Joe’s
Bottle of Sauce
Queens Hotel
Bath Uni Big Band
Billy Pezzack
Sasha and Bryony Annecy Conservatoire Vanessa Carr Superorganic/ Fusion
Katie Melua
Elles Bailey and Alice Armstrong
Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone
Champagne with Lulu
Soul Jazz Summit
Mark Kavuma and the Banger Factory
Elli Ingram
Big Boy Bloater
Kokoroko Flight Call
Lisa Stansfield
The Other Way Thrill Collins
Hannah and Lily Late Night Juice
Re:Orient Hootini
DJ Sam Atlantis
Beatroot
AstroFunken
Rue
Das Gruve
Nye Banfield
Music Works Takeover
Late Night Jam Sessions
SATURDAY 3 MAY
Big Top
Jazz Arena
Town Hall, Main Hall
Parabola Arts Centre
Hotel du Vin
Dunkertons Tap Room
Family Tent
Free Stage
John Lewis
The Brewery Quarter
Imperial Gardens
The Tavern
Smokey Joe’s
Bottle of Sauce
SUNDAY 4 MAY
Big Top
Jazz Arena
Town Hall, Main Hall
Parabola Arts Centre
Hotel du Vin
Dunkertons Tap Room
Family Tent
Free Stage
John Lewis
The Brewery Quarter
Bottle of Sauce
MONDAY 5 MAY
Big Top
Jazz Arena
Family Tent
Free Stage
and Siena Co-Collaboration
RBC
Lucia Ni Maxine and Maya Delilah
Musho
Corinne Bailey Rae
Brown Penny
Billy Cobham
Joe ArmonJones
Georgia Mancio and Alan Broadbent
NYJO
James Brandon Lewis
Amadou & Mariam
Claire Martin Poppy Daniels
Keyon Harrold
Family Concert
Buena Vista All Stars
Neil Cowley Trio
Music with Maya Adventures in Arabic Music Family Sing
The Sleeping Seeds
The Sleeping Seeds
Music of the Bees Jazz Kids Rhythm of Steel Jazz It Up
Chameleon
Stolen Chocolates
Cheltenham Singers
It Up Cheltenham Improv Orch
Conservatoire
Warriors
Jazz It Up
Ben Partridge StrayHorn UWE Big Band
Three Bop Easy 3
Aria Soul
Ben Partridge Howl Quartet
Aidan Pope Duo
Head Rush
Stolen Chocolates
Catriona Bourne
Beatroot
Jack Gillen Trio
Madison Cygnet Duo
Jools Holland
Curtis Stigers
Marco Mezquida
Submotion Orchestra
The Music of Peter Green
Daniel Casimir
Tom Walker
Misty in Roots
Byron Wallen
Blind Boys of Alabama
Beverley Knight
Olivia Murphy Orchestra
Dutty Moonshine
Anna Moss
David Gray
Nubya Garcia
Macy Gray
Kim Cypher
Roger Daltrey
Head Rush Mike Sandcastle x Cheever
Birmingham Conservatoire Aria Soul
NW Duke Ellington Orchestra
DJ Dan Cooper
Andy Hague’s BS3 Swing from Paris
Saint Senara
Cheltenham Singers
Cygnet Duo
Coja at the Prom Komposa & Co.
Muddy Alibi Saint Senara
Miya the Sun
Emmy Luda and James Taylor
The Göttingen Collective
Peter Hopcroft Quartet
Dub Catalyst
Late Night Jam Sessions Late Night Jam
DJ Dan Cooper
Thank you to our Partners and Supporters
Principal Partners
Major Partners
Individual Supporters
Keith Norton
Attivo is proud to support Cheltenham Festivals. Our partnership reflects our shared commitment to enriching lives and investing in the community. Our sponsorship ensures cultural events are accessible, welcoming and inclusive for all.
Attivo Lifestyle Financial Planning
Bottlegreen is excited to partner with Cheltenham Jazz Festival as a local, Cotswolds based premium drinks brand. We’re looking forward to serving Festival goers extraordinary cocktails and delicious, award-winning soft drinks.
Bottlegreen
Andrew Smith of Smythe Properties
Festival Partners
In-Kind and Media Partners
We are pleased to support the Cheltenham Jazz Festival Showcase. This gig and mentoring opportunity helps aspiring artists develop through to the next stage of their careers.
Oldham Foundation
Jazzwise is immensely proud of our long-standing media partnership with Cheltenham Jazz Festival which accentuates our shared outlook on jazz: to celebrate the jazz greats while embracing brave new sounds and always pushing the music into tomorrow.
Jazzwise Magazine
with Patronage
Join our valued Patron community and play a crucial role in advancing our artistic programmes and outreach projects, creating experiences that bring joy, spark curiosity, connect communities and inspire change. From £90 per month, Patronage covers all four Festivals.
You’ll also benefit from:
✓ Advanced booking and early programme announcements
✓ Access to hospitality areas at our Festivals
✓ Invitations to special events and parties
To find out more please email patrons@cheltenhamfestivals.org or visit cheltenhamfestivals.org/ support-us/become-a-patron
I feel like an important part of the whole Festivals experience, including the huge amount of work done for schools, young people and the local community
Keith Norton, Life Patron
Patron Acknowledgements
Life Patrons
Dr Lynda Albertyn and Pat Gallasch
Mark and Sue Blanchfield
Peter and Anne Bond
Dominic and Jannene Collier
Michael and Felicia Crystal
Colin and Suzanne Doak
Victoria Draper
Miles and Monica Dunkley
Carole Epstein - her life and legacy
The Eaton Family
Fingerhuth Leung Family
Charles Fisher
Lucy Freeman and Peter Hulett
Mr and Mrs D M Gates
David and John Hall
Margaret Headen
Diane and Mark Hill
Jeremy and Germaine Hitchins Family
Jonathan and Cassinha
Hitchins Family
Stephen and Tania Hitchins Family
Jeff and Keren Illiffe
Elizabeth and Michael Jones and Family
David Jones and Amanda Payne
Rick and Lisa Jones
Steven and Linda Jones
Hugh and Sue Koch
Robert and Moira Leechman
Hazel and Jeremy Lewis
Eileen Lockwood
The McKelvie Family
Fiona McLeod
The McWilliam family in loving memory of Ruth McWilliam
Keith Norton and Piers Norton
The Parker Family in loving memory of Edward and Gladys
Mark and Elizabeth
Philip-Sørensen
Anthony and Rowenna Poeton
Shelley Bence and Felix Robson in memory of Jason Robson
Karen Salters and Marcus Freer
John and Susan Singer
Jean Gouldsmith Skinner
Andrew Smith
Phil and Jennifer Stapleton
Liz and Neil Stewart
Sharon Studer and Graham Beckett
Chris and Bridgette Sunman
Fiona and David Symondson
Michelle Thorley
Luanne and Hodson Thornber
The Walker Family
Jacqueline Woof
Director’s Circle
Heather Barrett
Sue Bennett
Charlie Chan
Richard Claridge
Sarah Cook and Gemma Irvine
Michael and Angela Cronk
Arlene Davies
Carol and Adrian Farnell
Marc and Melanie Gillespie
Jeremy and Alison Halliday
Mark and Moira Hamlin
Stephen Harper and Megan Broadley
Jennifer Hayward and Richard Waite
Stephen Hodge
Andrew and Caroline Hope
David Jones
The Keogh Family
Simon and Emma Keswick
Emma Logan and KB Beaton
Iain F Lovatt
Andrew and Susanne Malim
Hayden and Tracy McKinnes
Spencer McPherson and Emily Poole
The Miskin Family
P. J. Moore
Chris Morgan
Joanna Morrison
Giles Mountford
Oldham Foundation
John Phillips
Andrew Pitt and Pamela Odih
Jan and Gill Rowe
Andy and Ali Stalsberg
Peter Stormonth Darling
Charitable Trust
Paul and Amanda Toner
Stephen Wood
Gold Patrons
Sigrid and Ben Atkinson
Nicholas and Alixandra Avery
Christopher Bence
Stephen Bond and Sarah Russell
Matthew and Emily Clayton
Ian Culverhouse
Sally Dimmer
Wallace and Morag Dobbin
Peter and Sue Elliott
Colin and Susan Enticknap
F Gabriel
Mark and Olpha Gibbon
Gill Greenhalgh and Steven Bond
Louise Hewett D.L.
Mike and Judie Hill
Elizabeth Jacobs
Nathan and Jenny McLoughlin
Sir Michael and Lady McWilliam
Kim Moore
Louise Morgan
John and Judith Murray
Dr Julia Pearson and Dr Keith England
Adrian and Cassandra Phillips
Martin and Susan Pickard
Joanna and Stuart Richards
Khal and Zoe Rudin
Brenda Salters and Harold Longmate
Candy Shaw and William Barff
Mat and Patsy Shilling
Esther and Peter Smedvig
Tony and Victoria Wood
Silver Patrons
We would also like to thank all our anonymous Patrons and Silver Patrons who are listed on the website: cheltenhamfestivals.org/ support-us/become-apatron/our-patrons
Acknowledgements
Cheltenham Jazz Festival is presented by Cheltenham Festivals Ltd, a Charity and company limited by guarantee and a member of the British Arts & Science Festival Association (artsfestivals.co.uk), Jazz Promotion Network (jazzpromotionnetwork.org.uk), the Europe Jazz Network (europejazz.net) and Keychange.
Cheltenham Festivals is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Network Partner supported by PPL.
Cheltenham Festivals
Board of Trustees
Mark Philip-Sorensen
Kiane Atanga
Lucy Carlton-Walker
Beverley Grimster
Peter Howarth
Adrian Farnell
Lauren Stone
Dr Deborah Thacker
Jonathan White
Andrew Williams
Company Secretary
Matthew Clayton
Co-CEO
Ali Mawle
Head of Programming and Co-CEO
Ian George
PAC Programme
Alex Carr
Innovations Manager and ...around town Programmer
Andrew Lansley
Family Programme
Sam Slater Programme Commission
Tony Dudley-Evans
Festival Images
Still Moving Media
Senior Management Team
Julia Caskey
Alaana Watt
Marketing and Box Office
Jade Beard
Phil Brook
Hannah Franklin
Hannah McNally
Grace Pascoe
Ashleigh Poole
Madelaine Richards
Grace Walsh
Liz Wheatley
Development
Katherine Cox
Claire Crawford
Alice Gilder
Becky Harte
Holly Haynes
Evan Holt
Fiona Magowan
Lydia Ractliffe
Samantha Sandford
Connor Teague
Eleri Thomas
Learning and Participation
Philippa Claridge
Sarah Cooksley
Khazana McLaughlin
Rose Wood
Operations and Production
James Clay
Emily Davis
Adrian Hensley
Melissa King
James Kitto
James Mackenzie
Sophia McCrea
Tarren Productions
Niamh Roderick
Rachel Wollaston
Finance
Ben Bates
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Programme Artwork
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Your Visit and Access
Entrance to the Festival Village is free; buy tickets for the individual events you wish to see.
Getting to the Festival
Cheltenham is easily accessible from all over the UK, by road and rail. Most events take place on the main Festival site, located in central Cheltenham on Montpellier Gardens (GL50 1UW).
For more information on getting to the Festival or accessibility, visit cheltenhamfestivals.org/ booking
Family Events
For safety, children 11 years and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder aged 16 or over. Everyone over the age of 12 months requires a ticket, babies in arms (12 months and under) do not require a ticket unless stated.
Jazz Arena Access Bookings
Our new-look standing Jazz Arena has some wheelchair accessible and essential companion seating on a viewing platform. To book, please use the Access Booking Form on p63
Sensory Aids
A series of items to support the Festival experience for children and adults with autism and sensory processing disorders are available to borrow at our on-site Box Office on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please Note
Filming, audio recording and photography is not permitted during events.
Visitors to the Festival may be filmed and/or photographed for future promotions.
stock will also be available from the Record Lounge during the Festival at £15 £10 before 28 March Pre-order early for
Pre-order at cheltenhamfestivals.org/shop by 28 March 2025 Collect from the Box Office during the Festival, 30 April – 5 May 2025
How to Book
To get the best out of the Festival we recommend you book in advance, however there will be availability for some events at the Box Office on site.
During the Festival
You can purchase tickets in person at our Festival Box Office. Opening hours will be listed at cheltenham festivals.org/booking
Access Ticket
Bookings
Please book using our online form which will be available from 11 February at cheltenhamfestivals. org/our-festivals/ accessible-booking
Dining Event Booking
Our dining seating plans are pre-allocated by the venue and tables may be shared. Please inform our Box Office about any dietary requirements or add these to the special requirements field when booking online.
Booking Fees
Booking fees apply to all bookings and are charged per order. Fees are £4 online and over the phone, with no fees for in-person bookings during the Festival. Members are exempt from paying a booking fee.
Gift Vouchers
Cheltenham Festivals
Gift Vouchers may be purchased at our Box Office or online and may be redeemed against ticket or Membership purchases.
Refunds
Tickets cannot be refunded, except in the case of a cancelled event. Tickets can be exchanged subject to a £3 fee (excluding Patrons and Member+) and availability. Please note, if there is a difference in price, ticket holders will not be refunded the difference and will have to pay any additional cost price. Sometimes alterations to the advertised details of an event or performance are made at short notice. If this happens there is no obligation to refund your money or exchange your seats.
For full ticketing terms and conditions please visit cheltenhamfestivals.org/ terms-and-conditions
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Festival Village
Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham, GL50 1UL
Site open from 5pm on Wednesday 30 April
Free entry
MONTPELLIER WALK
Family Tent
Record Lounge
Entrance
Bottle Green
Free Stage
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The Bandstand
The Garden Gallery
Jazz Arena
Festival Bar
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