"Soul on The Reef" continues to grow and go from strength to strength we return for our Fifth event in April 2024
Soul on The Reef are pleased to confirm their partnership with The Taylor Group, owners of The Irish Oak, McGregor's Bar and The Garrison
Music will be played in both The Irish Oak and The Garrison
Due to the continued growth of SOTR the Modern Room will have its own dedicated venue, the adjoining Garrison Bar.
The Irish Oak has had a total refurb with new state of the art sound systems being installed in both the Irish Oak & The Garrison.
DJ's from across the UK and Europe providing all lovers of Soul with the music they want to hear.
Lunchtime Chill Out sessions from 2:00pm till 6:00pm will be Monday through to Thursday.
Our traditional "Ladies Day" will be Tuesday 30th April, the music chosen and played by our lady DJ's
Free Admission, normal drinks prices
No wristband required, no politics, just great music with like minded people
Friday 26th April till Thursday 2nd May 2024
20:00hrs till 02:00hrs, often later !
Soul on The Reef 6 will take place Friday 1st November 2024 to Thursday 7th November 2024
 
 

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First Names Unveiled For Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2024
*Snarky Puppy, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Courtney Pine, Morcheeba, Orchestra Baobab and Nubyian Twist confirmed for Cheltenham’s annual jazz festival *
**1 May – 6 May 2024**
 
Cheltenham Jazz Festival is offering audiences a sneak-peak of their exciting 2024 programme, releasing tickets for six of the acts that will grace its storied stages in the spring.
 
The half-dozen artists reflect the festival’s long-standing commitment to celebrating all facets of contemporary jazz – and all the music the form has influenced. The line-up includes New York-based collective Snarky Puppy, star UK saxophonist Courtney Pine, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Dee Dee Bridgewater and Afro-Jazz innovators Nubiyan Twist, who appear alongside West African dance outfit Orchestra Baobab.
 
“This first release of tickets for our exciting 2024 programme offers in miniature the breadth and depth that Cheltenham Jazz Festival aims for every year,” says Ian George, Head of Programming for the Jazz Festival and co-CEO of parent charity Cheltenham Festivals.
 
“We celebrate all the genres that have jazz in their DNA by bringing the best of contemporary UK, US and European jazz to our Big Top and other venues,” he added.
 
“The breadth of jazz’s influence is unique. From pop to soul, blues to world music, we are always so spoiled for fantastic musicians at Cheltenham. From orchestras and big bands to club sessions and late-night jams, the Festival runs the gamut of the music – as this preview proves!”
 
Alongside Pine, Bridgewater and the Orchestra Baobab/Nubiyan Twist double header, the early announcement is rounded out by reggae pop veterans UB40, chart-topping singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti, and electronica pioneers Morcheeba.
 
Courtney Pine has appeared at Cheltenham on previous occasions, and believes it holds a special place on the UK jazz scene. “Cheltenham Jazz Festival is an event that welcomes all,” he says. “As an artist, I look forward to celebrating my 60th birthday at this event, with a concert that reflects my cultural background!”
 
The festival also always looks forward to the future of the music, playing host to fresh new names and pushing the boundaries of the genre’s definition. Dee Dee Bridgewater is particularly excited to perform as part of an event centred on artists. “I cannot wait to come back to Cheltenham - it’s been six long years! I’m coming with new, young and amazing musicians and some great music to soothe your souls – see you there!”
 
2024 will also see the return of the much-admired Parabola Arts Centre strand of Cheltenham Jazz Festival, which is dedicated to new, exciting and innovative jazz music from some of the finest purveyors of the music worldwide. Long-time programmer Tony Dudley-Evans, who retired last year, will return to commission new works, with Alex Carr – founder of Amplify Sounds and Contemporary Music Programmer at London’s Southbank Centre – taking on programming duties for the strand.
 
Tickets for the early announcement shows are now available via cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazz. The full programme for Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2024 will be revealed in February. Cheltenham Jazz Festival will take place 1 May - 6 May, 2024.
https://www.cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazz
 

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