Performances

For more than two decades, JazzMain has built a reputation as one of Scotland’s leading modern jazz quartets, performing throughout the UK and Ireland at jazz festivals, concert venues, clubs and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Every performance reflects the band’s passion for the music of the Blue Note era, combining exceptional musicianship with the musical understanding that comes from over 23 years of performing together.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe

JazzMain has become one of the few Scottish jazz quartets to establish a successful and continuing presence at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The band has presented a series of acclaimed productions, attracting capacity audiences and earning a reputation for imaginative programming and outstanding live performance.

Among its most successful productions has been Blue Note Nights, celebrating the legendary Blue Note Records catalogue, together with Diggin’ Dexter, a tribute to the life and music of the great tenor saxophonist Dexter Gordon. These productions have helped establish JazzMain as one of the Fringe’s leading small-group jazz attractions.

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

JazzMain has made several appearances at the internationally renowned Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, one of Europe’s premier jazz events. Performing alongside leading artists from across the UK, Ireland and beyond has further strengthened the band’s reputation as one of Scotland’s foremost modern jazz ensembles.

Jazz Festivals

The quartet has appeared at festivals throughout the UK and Ireland, including:

• Edinburgh International Jazz Festival
• Guinness Cork Jazz Festival
• Doonbeg Jazz Festival, County Clare
• Ilkley Jazz Festival
• Dunoon Jazz Festival
• Isle of Bute Jazz Festival
• Callander Jazz & Blues Festival
• Leith Jazz & Blues Festival

Jazz Clubs & Concert Venues

JazzMain performs regularly at many of the UK’s leading jazz clubs and concert venues, including:

• The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh
• Whighams Jazz Club, Edinburgh
• The Globe Jazz Co-operative, Newcastle
• Carlisle Jazz Club
• Garioch Jazz Club, Inverurie
• Moray Jazz Club, Elgin
• Zefferellis Ambleside
• Kendal Jazz Club
• Ayr Jazz Club

The quartet is equally at home in intimate jazz clubs, theatres, arts centres and festival stages, bringing the same energy, commitment and musical excellence to every performance.

Special Concerts & Guest Artists

JazzMain has produced a number of special concerts featuring some of Britain’s finest jazz musicians.

Highlights include:

• The Jazz Couriers Revisited – celebrating the music of Tubby Hayes and Ronnie Scott.
• JazzMain with Jim Mullen – featuring one of Britain’s most celebrated jazz guitarists.
• JazzMain with Bruce Adams – a memorable collaboration with the internationally acclaimed trumpeter.
• JazzMain with Zoe Francis – showcasing one of the UK’s leading jazz vocalists.

These special projects demonstrate JazzMain’s commitment to celebrating the rich tradition of modern jazz while collaborating with many of the UK’s most distinguished performers.

Looking Ahead

JazzMain continues to perform throughout Scotland, the UK and Ireland, appearing at jazz clubs, festivals, concert societies and private events. Whether presenting a themed concert, celebrating the Blue Note legacy or performing classic hard bop repertoire, the quartet remains committed to delivering exciting, engaging and memorable live jazz.