The much-missed Swansea International Jazz Festival is back this summer. The city’s celebration of jazz has had two years off because of the pandemic, and had already switched to a more low-key autumn event because of budget uncertainties in 2019. But now, thanks to a partnership between the city council and Swansea Jazz Club, it’s … Continue reading
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Strong contender for jazz stardom at Brecon
After some turbulent times, Brecon Jazz now seems to be in safe hands, with new operator Orchard serving up an impressive line-up of established stars and emerging talent. Among those surely destined for fame is Anthony Strong, who wowed a packed Theatr Brycheiniog on Saturday. With a show as sharp as his suit, 28-year-old Strong … Continue reading
Brecon Jazz introduces live streaming
This weekend, the world famous Brecon Jazz festival will live-stream a concert for the first time. Wales Meets Naples, a collaboration between Brecon Jazz artist in residence Huw Warren and Italian vocalist Maria Pia de Vito on the Chapter Stage at Brecon Cathedral will be available as a webcast on http://www.breconjazz.com/live at 5.30pm UK time … Continue reading