Cheltenham Jazz Festival - Day four free events

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.10am – 2pmJazz It Up, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensCheltenham Jazz Festival’s annual highlight where more school jazz bands than ever will perform at the heart of the Festival.1.45 – 2.30pmJosh Hicks, Brewery QuarterChepstow-raised songwriter Josh Hicks has a richly distinct vocal tone that exudes fragile beauty and bluesy grit.

He pulls from the worlds of soul, pop and R&B with influences including Amy Winehouse, Adele and Duffy.2.15 – 3pmAccidental Brass, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensAccidental Brass Collective is a modern brass dectet with a breadth of experience and individual talents, performing versatile material through centuries of composition.

From feisty fanfares and swinging big-band energy to mellow solos and punchy pop, ABC are passionate about inspiring the next generation of brass musicians.2.45 – 3.45pmJack Mac’s Funk Pack, Brewery QuarterThe Funk Pack, led by saxophonist Jack Mac, is a funk fusion collective influenced by New Orleans funk groups Galactic, Trombone Shorty and Dumstapunk.

Expect a lively, enjoyable and eclectic performance of quality music and great vibes.3.15 – 4pmRoyal Birmingham Conservatoire Salsa Orchestra, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensThe band is a joint venture between the jazz and percussion departments and is led by Shanti Jayasinha, who has played with leading members of Buena Vista Social Club, Frank Emilio Flynn, Adalberto Santiago, Henry Fiol and has been a stalwart of the UK Salsa scene for 30 years.4 – 5pmRoyal Birmingham Conservatoire, Brewery QuarterA group of talented musicians from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire take to the stage in the Brewery Quarter.4.15 – 5pmJosh Hicks, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensChepstow-raised songwriter Josh Hicks has a richly distinct vocal tone that exudes fragile beauty and bluesy grit.

He pulls from the worlds of soul, pop and R&B with influences including Amy Winehouse, Adele and Duffy.5.15 – 6.15pmOnly Chrome Waterfall Ensemble, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensJoin the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble as they perform and celebrate one of the world’s great composers and inspiration for many artists, Mike Gibbs.5.15 – 6.15pmEasy 3, Brewery QuarterJazz quintet Easy 3 have enjoyed delighting audiences across the UK with their creative covers and original compositions, drawing influence from jazz, Latin and hip hop.6 – 10pmMusic Works Takeover, The WilsonBe the first to see tomorrow’s rising stars as part of The Music Works takeover.

Featuring Bert , T Santana, Real Triggz, Muna Monè, Tallulah Blue, Merce Jade and Sollé.Kindly supported by Music Works6.30 – 7.30pmOli Morris, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensBristol-based saxophonist and producer Oli Morris dives into a world of selfdiscovery through his music.

His second EP Softly Spoken recieved support from BBC Radio 6 and Jazz FM and saw him named a spotlight artist on BBC Introducing.

The third single from his EP Frankie was featured on Spotify’s Fresh Finds UK and Jazz UK playlists.7.45 – 8.45pmDub Catalyst, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensA 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.8 – 10pmAngela Grey, The MerryfellowRaised between Manila and Manhattan, jazz vocalist Angela Grey began performing in New York at 16, drawing inspiration from Dinah Washington, Aretha Franklin and Billie Holiday and is now a fixture of the Paris jazz scene.9 – 10.45pmBigSis DJs, Yamaha Free Stage, Montpellier GardensBigSis DJs are a Stroud-based collective known and loved across the South West for their high energy, party-starting performances spanning multiple dance music genres and eras.

They will take over the dance floor with soulful, deep house, jazz-influenced electro and jazzy drum and bass.10pm – 3amLate Night Jam Sessions, Hotel du VinThe party carries on at Hotel du Vin’s jam sessions.

Surprise collaborations and maybe a well-known face or two.