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City Of Derry Jazz & Big Band Festival Highlights 2nd May - 6th May 2013

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Tel: (028) 7137 6504 Email: jazz@derrycity.gov.uk Derry City Council reserves the right to amend the programme without prior notice. Programme elements subject to change / cancellation.

This document is available upon request in a number of formats including large print, Braille, PDF, audio cassette and minority ethnic languages.

For further information on alternative formats Telephone: (028) 7136 5151 Textphone: (028) 7137 6646 or Email: equality@derrycity.gov.uk For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Get into the swing with Jazz 2013!

The City of Culture year is in full swing and what better way to celebrate than with a jamming weekend of music and dance courtesy of the 12th City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival!

Venues throughout the city will be packed to the rafters as music fans flock to catch some of the biggest names in jazz, blues, jive, swing and dance, in what has become Ireland’s biggest jazz extravaganza. And this year, as we showcase all things cultural, the programme is even more eclectic, featuring performances by premier acts from across Ireland, Europe and beyond.

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Headlining this year will be vibrant vocal harmony stars The Overtones, the UK’s hottest harmony group, whose blend of barbershop brilliance has been taking the charts by storm. They head an amazing line up of artists who will have you dancing in the streets - literally - as the fun spills over from the many venues that welcome jazz fans from around the world for a good dose of Derry hospitality. The festival gives music lovers the chance to enjoy a tasting menu of talent, from rockabilly to big band. And as well

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as seeing the return of some festival favourites, there will be plenty of new talent to impress regular festival goers.

Enjoy a blast from the past with this year’s vintage theme, culminating in a fabulous Vintage Ball with music by the amazing Puppini Sisters – a great excuse to slip on some classic couture and join in the fun. With a special vintage market and car rally, the weekend will be a celebration of all things chic and stylish, lending a special retro vibe to the events.

Also playing over the weekend are the sensational Soul Rebels and Pink Martini as well as a whole plethora of visiting artists, the festival very much remains a showcase for Derry’s own home grown musical talent, with performances by some of the city’s premier musicians.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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With free entry to over 90% of the events, all you have to do is warm up those jazz hands and take an unforgettable tour of musical talent.

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Fabulous Festival Favourites As always the City of Derry Jazz Festival attracts some of the biggest names in the business, and this year is no exception.

One of the UK’s biggest vocal harmony groups, The Overtones, will be heading up the cast of amazing artists set to descend upon the city and set the walls ringing to the tune of over 1000 instruments.

The festival has established itself as a real highlight for artists on the jazz circuit, with musicians returning annually to enjoy the warm hospitality and local craic. From festival favourites the energetic Jive Aces, fresh from impressing the judges on last year’s Britain’s Got Talent, to rousing Rockabilly revellers Carmen Ghia and the Hotrods. Not to mention the magnificent Brass Impact Big Band, whose 21 strong rhythm and blues band never fails to make an impression.

This year we also welcome back many familiar faces, including Greggi G and his Crazy Gang, one of the best jump and jive bands in the business, and the Kings of Rhythm, who never fail to raise the roof.

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Closer to home we have an exciting mix of musical talent, from gifted local pianist John Leighton, to internationally acclaimed Blues artist Mike Wilgar and his band. And this year the festival is delighted to join local jazz octogenarian Gay McIntyre in celebrating his 80th birthday, and his 12th year starring at the event. Gay’s name is synonymous with City of Derry Jazz, and once again he will be one of the main attractions.

With so many big names looking forward to revisiting the festival this year, music lovers will as always be spoiled for choice - the only difficulty will be fitting it all into one weekend!

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Festival Highlights Thursday 2nd May Venue: Da Vinci’s Hotel Time: 8pm Tickets: Admission £5 in aid of Foyle Search & Rescue – Tickets available from Da Vinci’s Hotel (028) 7129 7111

Mayor’s Charity Event with the Jive Aces

The Jazz festivities swing into action on Thursday with an opening party to remember, featuring three of the best acts to grace the programme. On Thursday the dynamic Derry Soul Seekers, will be joined by the rousing Red Stripe Band and the jumpin’ Jive Aces for a musical celebration embracing blues, jump, jive, swing and rhythm that will have you dancing the night away.

All proceeds from this event will go towards the Mayor’s annual charity fund in aid of Foyle Search and Rescue.

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Thursday 2nd May Venue: The Nerve Centre Time: 9pm Tickets: £12.50 available from the Nerve Centre - (028) 7126 0562

Soul Rebels

If jazz music is the heart of New Orleans, then the Soul Rebels’ music is the blood that pumps through the city’s veins. They embrace the rich jazz traditions of their homeland but add lifeaffirming vocals and hip shaking grooves aplenty.

Couple those elements of funk, ska and hiphop, with harmony vocals and more catchy horn lines and solos than you can imagine possible, and you have a party band like no other with an infectious energy that’s impossible to resist.

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Festival Highlights Thursday 2nd May

Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th May

Venue: The Playhouse Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 available from The Playhouse Box Office – (028) 7126 8027

Venue: The Millennium Forum Time: 8pm Tickets: £14.50, £19.50, £24.50 Millennium Forum Box Office: (028) 71264455 www.millenniumforum.co.uk

The Dark Energy Trio

The Overtones

Double bass supremo Alan Niblock will be taking to the Playhouse stage, where he will be accompanied by top saxophonist Paul Dunmall and drummer Mark Sanders. The Trio, who channel their talents into the specialized art of improvisation, in their own words take their influence from “the mysteries of dark energy by investigating and exploring the musical possibilities of this phenomenon.” One not to be missed.

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The Overtones have been taking the album charts by storm since they unleashed their vocal harmony talents on the world in 2010.

The fantastic five-piece have already notched up a number of chart hits, and are a regular feature on our TV screens – well with those looks they’d be wasted on radio!

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The handsome quintet have come a long way since their painting and decorating days, where they were spotted by a talent scout singing during their tea break, before launching them on the path to stardom. Since then their unique harmonisations of old and modern day hits have landed the lads a five album deal with Warner, and made them a bit of a household name.

The group’s sound can be traced right back to the vocal harmony groups of the 30’s and 40’s, through the stars of the doo-wop explosion of the late 50’s and 60’s, right through to classic modern day pop music.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Festival Highlights Friday 3rd May Venue: The Verbal Arts Centre Time: 4pm Tickets: Free Admission

DLD Second Line Jazz Workshop

The DLD Second Line Jazz Workshop is a free two-hour performance-based workshop presented

by Second Line NI and the JayDee Brass Band in preparation for the DLD Second Line Jazz Parade on Saturday, 4 May 2013. The workshop will cover an instrument-specific sectional and full ensemble rehearsal lead by members of the JayDee Brass Band. This event is open to instrumentalists aged 18 and under and gives our young musicians the opportunity to work closely with international jazz professionals.

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Friday 3rd May Venue: The Playhouse Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 available from The Playhouse Box Office (028) 7126 8027

David Lyttle featuring Jason Rebello

Anyone reading a biography of David Lyttle couldn’t fail to be impressed by the who’s who of the music industry that the local artist has been in collaboration with in recent years. The drummer first reached a national audience with guitar legend Louis Stewart, and since then he hasn’t looked back. His work has been constantly evolving from the folk music influences of his childhood, to the more urban jazz inspired songs featured on his latest album Interlude.

This year David brings with him the iconic pianist Jason Rebello, known for his work with Wayne Shorter and his long association with Sting. They will be accompanied by Damian Evans, arguably Ireland’s most in-demand bassist, and the trio will be showcasing the hard-swinging contemporary jazz that has made David a household name in Irish jazz for the past decade.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Festival Highlights Friday 3rd May Venue: Waterside Theatre Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £5 available from The Waterside Theatre Box Office (028) 71314000

Brass Impact Big Band

If you’re hoping to enjoy a full on big band experience, then look no further than this 21-piece musical extravaganza.

One of Scotland’s favourite music acts, Brass Impact – whose members span the generations, aged from 20-60 - play an eclectic mix of jazz, motown, big band and modern day music, all blasted to the rooftops in true big band style. Their old style arrangements of contemporary favourites by the likes of Michael Buble, Lionel Richie, and even Amy Winehouse are a guaranteed draw for music fans of all ages.

The music is backing track free, just a fresh and exciting live musical performance spanning ten decades of amazing tunes.

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Friday 3rd May Venue: City Hotel (Upstairs) Time: 8pm Free Admission

Dana Masters Band

Originally from the US, internationally renowned jazz and soul vocalist Dana Masters has set up home in Ireland, adding a touch of class and authenticity to the local jazz scene. The Jazz Festival is delighted to showcase the talents of a performer who is a tour de force in the industry.

Classic numbers like At Last, combined with Midnight Train to Georgia, delivered in her trademark velvet tones, always find favour with local audiences. And set to the soulful accompaniment of great American saxophonist Meilana Gillard, and with local jazz stalwart Linley Hamilton on trumpet, this is sure to be an evening to remember.

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Festival Highlights Friday 3rd May Venue: St Columb’s Hall Time: 9pm Tickets: £10/12 available at Masons Bar and online at www.wegottickets.com

Celtronic presents Ben Klock

Techno fans will be flocking to catch Berlin born DJ, producer and label owner Ben Klock, who is without doubt one of the most significant figures in techno’s recent history.

A resident at Berghain since its opening in 2004, Klock has been able to leave his mark on the club’s unique sound, with sets full of hypnotic, deep and heavy grooves. Ben Klock’s name is synonymous with the vitalization of an essential definition of techno, and his set will be an unmissable experience for enthusiasts at the cutting edge of the music scene.

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Saturday 4th May Venue: The Gasyard Centre Time: 2pm-4pm Tickets: Free

Kids Love Jazz 2!

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Calling all junior jazz lovers – why not come along and join in all the fun of the festival and enjoy a FREE, jazz and ska music event, specially for kids. This dynamic, black and white themed event will be an entertaining and interactive afternoon for all the family to enjoy.

As well as some swinging tunes, the fun black and white baby area is a special treat! Expect lots of entertaiment, music and movement.

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Festival Highlights Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th May Venue: Guildhall Square Time: Sat: Market from 10am and Music 1pm

Sun: Market from 12noon and Music 1pm Tickets: Free Admission

Jazz goes al fresco

Young musicians from local colleges will play a series of outdoor gigs in the Guildhall Square, giving the oldies a run for their money and reclaiming jazz music as a genre for the younger generation.

They will be keeping the audiences entertained with some al fresco fun throughout the weekend.

The teens will be joined by a number of regular festival favourites, who will take to the outdoor stage to give music lovers a taster of what’s to come in the evening – the perfect way to blow away the cobwebs from the night before.

And from jazz therapy to retail therapy, the Walled City Market will be up and running in the Guildhall Square. The market is the ideal spot to stop off and sample some home cooked fayre, and choose the perfect souvenir to take home from your jazz weekend.

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Saturday 4th May Venue: City Hotel Time: 9pm Tickets: £19.50 available from the City Hotel (028) 7136 5800

Beverley Craven Beverley Craven’s hits are synonymous with the 90’s, when her heartrending and soulful love songs ‘Promise Me’, ‘Holding On’ and ‘Woman to Woman’ landed her Brit Award acclaim and double platinum album sales.

Back now on her 2013 Spring tour, Beverley will be performing at the Jazz Festival with a pared down acoustic line up and stripped back production, that perfectly showcases her voice and the confessional style of her songs.

Throughout the set Beverley shares her story from the past twelve years with her audience, talking candidly about the life experiences which have shaped her music. This is a show filled with nostalgia, and one which is guaranteed to entertain and move in equal measure.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Festival Highlights Saturday 4th May Venue: The Playhouse Time: 2pm Tickets: ÂŁ5 available from The Playhouse Box Office (028) 71268027

Paul McIntyre Trio plus guest

Paul McIntyre Trio with special guest Richie Buckley on tenor sax with Dave Fleming on double bass and Myles Drennan on drums.

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Celebrate a feast of music, art, festivals, pageants and extravaganzas galore with our phenomenal stayover offers.

BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 24 – 26 May Ebrington Radio 1’s Big Weekend will see stars like Two Door Cinema Club and Olly Murs hit the stage. Get set for a party atmosphere!

Return of Colmcille 7 – 8 June Citywide and River Foyle St. Colmcille, Derry~Londonderry’s founding father, fought the Loch Ness monster and won. See his story brought to life by a cast of hundreds through art, theatre and fun throughout the city.

Music City 21 June Citywide A day of performances, music and sessions. Amateurs and professionals alike will bring rock, pop, trad and jazz to the city streets.

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28 November – 1 December Citywide

This epic festival of traditional music will transform the city. Join us for competitions, showcases, concerts, pageants and the famous street sessions.

An extraordinary winter festival.

Four evenings of neon, LEDs, projections, fairytale installations, fire and flame by artists, lighting designers and community groups.

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The Walled City Tattoo 28 – 30 August Ebrington Square See the colourful history of the city brought to life. A 600-strong cast of local and international talent will present music, song, dance and theatre.

Banks of the Foyle Hallowe’en Festival

Turner Prize 2013 23 October – 5 January Ebrington For the first time ever, the world’s most prestigious award for contemporary art will be held outside England. Don’t miss the work of the four shortlisted artists ahead of the final decision in December. Plus it’s free entry!

29 October – 2 November Citywide One of the biggest Hallowe’en celebrations in Europe. Five days of spooky culture, art, and ghostly goings-on. Don’t miss this Derry~ Londonderry beloved event.

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Festival Highlights Saturday 4th May Venue: Craft Village Time: From 3pm FREE Admission

Rockabilly Fest

In 2012 the Craft Village was a hive of rockabilly revelry as the sensational WILD, Carmen Ghia and the Hot Rods and many more treated jive and skiffle fans to an al fresco show to remember.

Well, this year this intimate outdoor arena will once again be swinging to the sound of some of the best rockabilly music around, as some of the best musicians lay down the tunes that rocked a generation, and still influence music today.

So polish up those dancing shoes, coif that quiff and get ready for a swinging afternoon and evening to remember.

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Saturday 4th May Venue: The Playhouse Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 available from The Playhouse Box Office (028) 7126 8027

John Leighton

The past couple of years have been good for John Leighton. The local musician and song writer has found favour with the critics following the release of his debut album ‘Dramatic Life’, and he hasn’t looked back. This is Leighton’s fourth appearance at the jazz festival, and the pianist continues to develop his own distinct musical style.

Always determined to bring something new Leighton still points to the influence of the jazz icons of the past, whose fingerprints remain on the music being produced today. But he brings so much more to the stage, with musical collaborations with artists from around the world and his own unique personal approach to song writing.

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Festival Highlights Saturday 4th May Venue: The Nerve Centre Time: 8pm Tickets: ÂŁ10 plus booking fee from the Nerve Centre (028) 7126 0562

Neil Cowley Trio

The Neil Cowley Trio is not your typical jazz trio. A dazzling composer, pianist Cowley creates deeply engaging, and dynamic music that journeys between poetic and poignant, pomp and splendor, to powerful rip-roaring riffs.

Their music fizzes with the energy of rock but also embraces other genres – the highs of dance music, the grooves of funk, and the serene beauty of orchestral music, bringing to life characters through melody, harmony and drama. Its sheer emotion and energy will touch lovers of all music.

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Saturday 4th May Venue: The Venue, Ebrington Time: 8pm Tickets: £19.50 including booking fee from the Millennium Forum Box Office (028) 7126 4455

Grand Vintage Ball featuring the Puppini Sisters Support from Rumble Club DJs and the Eternally Honourable Councillor

It’s time to don your best vintage threads, put your dancing shoes on and throw some impressive shapes at the Grand Vintage Ball.

The Venue in Ebrington gets a lavish makeover in homage to the city’s cultural and social past, revisiting the music, styles, trends and fashions of the 1920s-1960s. Glamour, great music, dancing and fun are guaranteed as you jive, waltz and quickstep the night away.

Headline act at the Ball is the globally renowned swing-pop trio, the Puppini Sisters, who celebrate the sounds and fashions of the 1930s-40s in true vintage style with their close vocal harmonies and synchronised moves.

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: The Playhouse Time: 2pm Tickets: ÂŁ5 available from The Playhouse Box Office (028) 7126 8027

Louis Stewart with Gay McIntyre, Paul McIntyre, Dave Flemming

Paul McIntyre Trio with special guest Louis Stewart and Gay McIntyre with Dave Fleming on double bass and Myles Drennan on drums.

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THURSDAY 2ND MAY 2013 9.30pm

Harry Connolly Band

FRIDAY 3RD MAY 2013

5.30pm Derry Jazz Quartet 9.00pm Greggi G & His Crazy Gang 11.00pm Les Swingin Lovers LIVE IN THE CORINTHIAN BALLROOM: 8.00pm Linley Hamilton (Free Admission)

SATURDAY 4TH MAY 2013

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2.00pm The Jazz Ladds 5.00pm WELB Jazz Band 7.30pm Portabello 9.00pm Oop – Boop – Sham 11.00pm Jive Aces LIVE IN THE CORINTHIAN BALLROOM: 9.30pm Beverley Craven (Tickets £19.50) supported by Tracey Cullen

SUNDAY 5TH MAY 2013

2.00pm Red Stripe Band 5.00pm Lee Hedley Band 10.00pm The Roaring Forties LIVE IN THE CORINTHIAN BALLROOM: 9.00pm St. Mary’s School Jazz Group 9.30pm Brass Impact Band 11.00pm Foyle Show Band (Tickets: £8.00)

MONDAY 6TH MAY 2013 2.30pm

Derry Jazz Quartet

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: The Millennium Forum Time: 8pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15 - £17.50 available from the Millennium Forum Box Office (028) 7126 4455

Pink Martini

Pink Martini describe their diverse musical style as an urban musical travelogue, a rollicking around-the-world musical adventure “…if the United Nations had a house band in 1962, hopefully we’d be that band,” they maintain. Certainly the energy they put into their shows is impressive. One minute you feel like you’re in the middle of a samba parade in Rio de Janeiro, and in the next moment, you’re in a French music hall of the 1930’s, or a palazzo in Napoli.

Join them at the Millennium Forum for what is the latest stop on a global adventure that’s seen them perform on some of the best stages in the world.

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Sunday 5th May Venue: Da Vinci’s Hotel Time: 9pm Tickets: £12 available from Da Vinci’s Hotel (028) 7129 7111

The Stars from the Commitments supported by the Jive Aces

Irish soul sensations, The Stars from the Commitments, are making their return to the festival this year after a belting festival finale in 2012. It’s hard to believe that it’s over twenty years since Roddy Doyle’s band of North Dublin wannabes, The Commitments, brought their unique brand of Irish soul to the big screen.

Featuring members from the original line-up, the band recapture all the magic, and Derry music fans will have the opportunity to relive all the soul classics from The Commitments movie live, from ‘Mustang Sally’ to ‘Try A Little Tenderness’. One not to be missed!

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: City Hotel Time: 9pm Tickets: £8 available from the City Hotel (028) 71365800

Foyle Showband supported by Brass Impact Big Band

This nine piece all action band, boasting a great brass section, has reformed for one night only for the City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival. The Foyle Show Band spread its wings around the country and further afield drawing in huge crowds where ever they performed.

Without a doubt they are one of the liveliest bands in this year’s Jazz Festival and for one night only at Derry’s City Hotel, the pulse of the Jazz festival 2013. They will be joined on the night by the inimitable Brass Impact Big Band, whose high octane show will leave you begging for more.

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Sunday 5th May Venue: Everglades Hotel Time: 9pm Tickets: £5 available from the Everglades

Darryl Hendrix and The Love Hearts Big Band Experience.

After a successful stint as guest artist on the ‘Celebrating the Music of the Drifters Tour’, Darryl Hendrix now brings his own show to town. Featuring the many classic Motown hits that have brought him so much acclaim Darryl Hendrix & The Love Hearts will be taking on the best of the Drifters, Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Four Tops, and Lionel Richie with the backing of a fantastic nine piece big band.

Sharing the bill on the night will be Kim Dickinson, who has brought her Karen Carpenter tribute show to packed houses across the UK & Ireland including the National Concert Hall, Dublin and Belfast’s Waterfront Hall.

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: The Glassworks, Great James’ Street Time: 9pm Tickets: £8 / £10 available from Masons Bar and www.wegottickets.com

Celtronic presents Ame (Innervisions – Berlin Live) + support from Deep Fried Funk DJs DJ/Production duo Kristian Beyer and Frank Wiedemann, aka Ame, have been penning songs boldly combining their floor filling elements with conceptual conceits which have won them widespread acclaim since 2003. As part of Innervisions, the collective/label they run with Dixon, offers glimpses of the future of electronic music through their live compilations. Not given to following trends they draw on the whole of dance music’s history in their work.

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: The Nerve Centre Time: 8pm Tickets: £8 plus booking fee The Nerve Centre (028) 7126 0562 or www.nervecentre.org

Jerry Fish and Band

There is probably no better way to round off the Jazz Festival on Sunday than an evening of fun, great music and all round entertainment courtesy of Jerry Fish and his band.

This constantly mutating band of misfit musicians aim to transport you with a sound that has been described as a mix of ‘lounge lizard schmooze and mariachi passion’. The result is certainly never boring!

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Festival Highlights Sunday 5th May Venue: Waterfoot Hotel Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £32.50 (includes 5 course dinner) available from the Waterfoot Hotel (028) 7134 5500

James Huish & Michael Buble Tribute James Huish was born to sing. A true veteran of musical theatre James has starred in numerous productions from Grease to West Side Story, not to mention West End concerts of Miss Saigon and Les Miserables. Having left behind his theatre roots, James has moved on to become one of the most popular Swing and Jazz performers around.

Don’t miss the chance to catch his jazz and swing classics when he makes his return to this year’s festival.

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Sunday 5th May Venue: The Playhouse Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 available from The Playhouse Box Office (028) 7126 8027

Club Cabaret

An enchanting evening of live performance in a sumptuous 1940’s Jazz Club setting. Dance and romance or sit back and relax with a glass of wine or a ‘Club Cabaret’ special cocktail.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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OVER 200 EVENTS IN 80 VENUES

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Festival Highlights Monday 6th May Venue: The Tower Hotel Time: 2pm Admission Free

BBC Radio 3’s Jazz Line-Up at the Tower Hotel

The City of Derry Jazz Festival will be taking to the airwaves this year, courtesy of BBC Radio 3’s Jazz Line-Up show presented by Julian Joseph which will be recorded at the Tower Hotel.

Hailed as one of the finest pianists to emerge this side of the Atlantic, for over two decades Julian has been a seminal figure in contemporary jazz, both as a composer and arranger as well as a respected bandleader and broadcaster.

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The show will feature Trish Clowes (saxophone), current BBC Radio 3’s New Jazz Generation Artist, with musicians Chris Montague (guitar), Calum Gourlay (double bass), James Maddren (drums) and Gwilym Simcock (piano) in an exclusive performance for the festival. Plus Linley Hamilton Saxtet featuring Dana Masters.

Now in its 13th year Jazz Line-Up has broadcast the best of British and International jazz since the year 2000 and the show’s team are delighted to be included in the Jazz festival, and make their contribution to the City of Culture Celebrations.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Other events to look out for Friday 3rd May

Venue: Centra Store, Trench Toad Time: 12 noon Tickets: Free

Venue: The Playtrail Time: Varies Tickets: Invite only

Top of the Hill Lunchtime Jazz

Jazz at the Playtrail Don’t miss a fantastic jazz session at the Playtrail’s new outdoor amphitheatre. This event is exclusively for local schools in the area who are invited to come along and join in all the jazz fun. This is an invite only event.

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For an outdoor jazz experience you won’t forget come along to the Top of the Hill Community Forum’s Lunch time jazz session and join the JayDee Brass band at this fantastic free event, everyone welcome.

For more information contact (028) 7134 7515.

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Friday 3rd May Venue: Everglades Hotel Time: 7pm Tickets: ÂŁ10 available from the Gasyard Centre (028 7126 2812)/Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir (028 71268 020)

Shake it up The Pink Ladies join the festival once again with another major event, this time in partnership with the Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir.

Shake It Up will see ten couples perform a range of dancing styles which include Irish Dancing, Salsa Dancing and Ballroom Dancing.

A must see highlight will be the dance-off between the Pink Ladies and teachers from Gaelscoil Eadain Mhoir which is sure to add some spice to the event.

Doors will open from 7pm, with the event starting at 7:30pm sharp. Followed by music.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Workshops Take the opportunity to hone your music skills under the expert guidance of Neil Cowley, 2013 UK Jazz Musician of the Year, in a series of music masterclasses.

Wednesday 1st – Friday 3rd May Time: TBC Venue: Citywide

Friday 3rd May Time: TBC Venue: Henderson’s Piano Showroom, Northland Road

Piano Masterclass with Neil Cowley

The ‘Eighth Gate’ Collaborations with Neil Cowley

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Friday 3rd/Saturday 4th May

Saturday 4th May

Time: TBC Venue: The Nerve Centre Tickets: Available from The Nerve Centre 02871 260562 or www.nervecentre.org

Time: 1pm Starting Point: Shipquay Street

The ‘Eighth Gale’ collaborations with the Neil Cowley Trio Workshops are open to all and will be scheduled to suit demand. Contact the Nerve Centre on (028) 71260562 or www.nervecentre. org for more details.

DLD Second Line Jazz Parade It’s time to step up and step out on Shipquay Street for the DLD Second Line Jazz parade!

Second Line NI has been working closely with the JayDee Brass Band, local musicians of all ages, schools and community groups to form the city’s first Jazz Parade. Second Line street performances have always been connected to New Orleans, traditionally heralded as the birthplace of Jazz.

So bring your umbrellas and dancing shoes and come and strut your stuff for this vibrant and colourful event.

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Retro revelry as Derry goes vintage This year the City of Derry Jazz Festival is going vintage with a whole line-up of unique events bringing fashion and music together for a celebration to remember, culminating in a fabulous Vintage Ball.

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Events kick off early in preparation for the vintage extravaganza, with a series of special sewing workshops. Just select your favourite era and create your own bespoke vintage ensemble, whether it’s a flamboyant frock from the 50’s or a micro mini from the swinging 60’s.

Get some inspiration for your costume at the Vintage Fashion Show in Foyleside on Saturday 20th April, between 11am – 4pm. The show will feature original vintage, and vintage inspired, day and evening wear from eras spanning the 1920’s-1980’s.

Brush up on the dance moves of your era ahead of the Vintage Ball with special dance classes, teaching everything from the foxtrot to the charleston.

The vintage theme continues throughout the weekend of the Jazz Festival with a Vintage Car Rally taking place on Saturday May 4 at Ebrington Square.

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Then on Saturday night the musical past will be brought to life at the fabulous Vintage Ball - celebrating swing, jazz, rockabilly and northern soul. Join the Puppini Sisters, the Rumble Club DJs and the Eternally Honourable Councillor for a serious night of fun - just slip on your gladrags and take in the vintage spectacle at The Venue in Ebrington Square.

Finally, after all the revelry, enjoy some retro retail therapy at the Vintage Antiques Fair, taking place on Sunday from 11am-6pm in London Street and Pump Street.

For further information about all the workshops and events being run by the City of Culture in the lead up to the City of Derry Jazz Festival, and for details on how to sign up, please contact Claire McDermott on (028) 7131 0567 or claire.mcdermott@ cityofculture2013.com For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Prepare to go Retro From Tuesday 9th April

Saturday 20th April

Venue: Waterside Women’s Centre Time: 10am – 12:30pm from April 9th

Venue: Foyleside Shopping Centre Time: 11am – 4pm

Venue: Bluebell Arts Factory, The Gasyard Centre Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm from April 11th

Vintage Fashion Show

Customisation Classes

Come along and get some inspiration ahead of the Grand Vintage Ball.

Put the final touches to your vintage ensemble with the help of these fantastic customisations classes.

Sure to add some bling to your swing for the Grand Vintage Ball. These 4 week courses will take place in the above venues.

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Saturday 4th May Venue: Ebrington Square Time: 10am – 4pm

Vintage Fun Day Including Vintage Car Rally Enjoy a fun-filled day for all the family, celebrating times gone by from vintage clothes to cars. Brush up on your sewing skills in the ‘Make a Fascinator’ class and ‘Make a Petticoat’ class which will take place in Ebrington Square from 10am – 12pm and 1:30pm – 3:00pm.

If classic motors are your thing then come along and enjoy the splendour of the North Coast Vintage Car Club and Coleraine & District Historical Vehicle Club from 12pm – 1:30pm. Old style entertainment and refreshments will be available throughout the day with Vintage Tea Rooms open between 10am – 4pm and some old school kiddie rides.

For further information about all the vintage workshops and events contact please contact Claire McDermott on (028) 7131 0567 or claire.mcdermott@cityofculture2013.com

For full programme details pick up a Guinness Jazz Trail or visit www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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Accommodation

Beech Hill Country House Hotel – 4*

Best Western White Horse Hotel – 3*

1 night bed and breakfast from £62.50 per person sharing

1 night bed and breakfast from £45.00 per person sharing

32 Ardmore Road, Derry~Londonderry, BT47 3QP. Tel: (028) 7134 9279. www.beech-hill.com

68 Clooney Road, Campsie, BT47 3PA. Tel: (028) 7186 0606. www.whitehorsehotel.biz

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City Hotel – 4*

Ramada Da Vincis Hotel – 3*

1 night bed and breakfast from £49 per person sharing

1 night bed and breakfast from £65 per person sharing

14-18 Queen’s Quay, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 7AS. Tel: (028) 7136 5800. www.cityhotelderry.com

15 Culmore Road, Derry~Londonderry, BT48 8JB. (028) 7127 9111. www.davincishotel.com

1 night stay room only from £60 room only

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Accommodation

Hastings Everglades Hotel – 4*

The Belfray Country Inn – 4*

Waterfoot hotel – 3*

171 Glenshane Road, Derry~Londonderry, BT47 3EN. Tel: (028) 7130 1480 www.thebelfraycountryinn.co.uk

Caw Roundabout, Waterside, Derry~Londonderry BT49 6TB. Tel: (028) 7134 5500 www.waterfoothotel.com

2 nights bed and breakfast and 1 evening meal £95pps / £15ss per night

1 night bed and breakfast £50pps / £30ss per night

1 night bed & breakfast from £50 per person sharing

41-53 Prehen Road, Derry~Londonderry, BT47 2NH. Tel: (028) 7132 1066. www.hastingshotels.com/ everglades-hotel

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Premier Inn

Crescent link, Derry~Londonderry, BT47 6SA. Tel: 0871 527 9414 www.premierinn.com 1 night bed and breakfast from £29 advance purchase

Travelodge

Tower Hotel – 4*

1 night bed and breakfast £99 per room

1 night bed and breakfast from £109 per room

Strand Road, Derry~Londonderry.

Tel: 0870 1911 733 www.travelodge.ie/derry-hotel

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Butcher Street, Derry~Londonderry.

Tel: (028) 7137 1000 www.towerhotelderry.com

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THERE’S MORE LIFE IN THE JAZZ! Thursday 2nd May – Monday 6th May

PROUD SPONSOR OF THE CITY OF DERRY JAZZ AND BIG BAND FESTIVAL

www.cityofderryjazzfestival.com

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