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Davina & The Vagabonds

Davina has been compared to the likes of Etta James, Janis Joplin and Billie Holiday, but she’s truly one-of-a-kind.

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh

Eleanor Colee Quartet

Glasgow-based saxophonist and composer Eleanor Colee is a rising star on the Scottish jazz scene.

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Tenement Jazz Band For Kids

This one-hour show takes you on a fun adventure into the world of early jazz, designed especially for younger audiences.

North Merchiston Club, Edinburgh

Ejbf Community Band

Our very own EJBF Community Band presents a special concert performing a selection of jazz standards alongside tunes from jazz legends Benny Golson and Roy Harg…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Puppet Midnight/Michael Steele/Màiri Na Grèine

A delightful wee matinée show at Sketchy Beats Cafe feat Indie Punk Solo Bass Storyteller: Puppet Midnight, Electrofolk/ambient singer/songwriter: Michael Steel…

Sketchy Beats Cafe, Edinburgh

Orquestra Jovem das Gerais

Experience the vibrant energy and colour of Brazilian music with Orquestra Jovem das Gerais, an outstanding youth orchestra from Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh

Blues Afternoon: Louis Crossland | Andrew Robert Eustace Band | Jensen Interceptors Expanded

Louis Crossland | Andrew Robert Eustace Band | Jensen Interceptors ExpandedA homage to the blues guitar.

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Nguyên Lê | Chris Jennings | Alyn Cosker Trio

An exceptional meeting of three distinctive musical voices. Scottish drummer Alyn Cosker plays with explosive energy, precision and a master improviser’s touch.…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Peter Somuah Group

One of Europe’s most compelling emerging talents, Peter Somuah is a Dutch-based trumpeter of striking imagination and depth, with a sound that is unmistakably h…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Malcolm Strachan Sextet

Trumpeter Malcolm Strachan leads a band brimming with talent. He is joined by Mathew Kilner (saxophone), Paul Harrison (piano) and David Bowden (double bass) as…

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Hamish Mcgregor & His Jazzmen

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.Clarinet virtuoso and traditional jazz band leader extraordinaire, Hamish McGregor pays tribute to Kenny Ball, Chri…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Davina & The Vagabonds

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.Davina and The Vagabonds are a long-standing festival favourite.

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Jazz Bar Big Band Salute Oliver Nelson

The talented 17-piece big band pay tribute to American saxophonist and composer Oliver Nelson.Limited tickets – book early!

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Marianne Mcgregor Sextet

Multi award-winning Scottish vocalist Marianne McGregor fronts a new sextet as she delivers an afternoon of captivating vocals, sparkling musicianship and songs…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

DN Dance Summer Holiday Club

DN Dance Holiday Club is a fun and engaging programme in Edinburgh designed for children aged 5-10 years old to stay active during school breaks.

Rosebery Hall, Edinburgh

Jed Potts & The Hillman Hunters

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.The Hillman Hunters are a sensational trio, playing feel-good blues inspired by the great American sounds of the 50…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

The Bad Plus: The Farewell Tour

Few bands have reshaped the sound and scope of modern jazz quite like The Bad Plus.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Rob Luft Quartet

Guitarist Rob Luft is fast becoming one of the most compelling voices in contemporary British jazz.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

The Trout Quintet by Candlelight

Step into the candlelit splendor of St Mary le Strand and experience the grace and intimacy of Schubert's chamber music like never before.

St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh

DN Dance Summer Holiday Club

DN Dance Holiday Club is a fun and engaging programme in Edinburgh designed for children and teens to stay active during school breaks.

DN Studios, Edinburgh

Mooren / Watson / Herberholz / Irons

For this very special collaborative concert, rising star Dutch saxophonist Femke Mooren has been paired some of the leading lights of the next generation of Sco…

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Brass Gumbo

Following their sold out 10 year anniversary show at last year’s festival, Brass Gumbo return with more upbeat, highly danceable arrangements, infusing their tr…

Murrayfield Parish Church, Edinburgh

Drop-in Activity: What does a doctor look like?

What do you think a doctor looks like?They look just like you!Join us for a crafty activity day celebrating diversity within the medical community.

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

Nabou

Belgian trombonist Nabou Claerhout is one of the most distinctive new voices on the European jazz scene.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Immanuel Wilkins Quartet

Destined for the jazz hall of fame, American saxophonist and Blue Note recording artist Immanuel Wilkins is one of the most exciting musicians working in the ge…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Tenement Jazz Band For Kids

This one-hour show takes you on a fun adventure into the world of early jazz, designed especially for younger audiences.

North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Seonaid Aitken: Autumn Calls

A continuation of her award winning album Chasing Sakura, Seonaid Aitken’s new festival commission blends jazz, classical and folk music to explore explores ide…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Rigid Soul

Rigid Soul are an eclectic, high-energy band rooted in blues and swaggering 60s rock.

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Ponga

With Ponga, anything is possible. Formed in 2023, they thrive on the possibilities of free improvisation, which is at the core of everything they play.

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Colin Steele: Kings Of Swing

Trumpeter Colin Steele leads a stellar line-up as he celebrates the swinging dance tunes from the 30s and 40s.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Verb T

A cool decade since he shared his celebrated sophomore LP 'Morning Process' with the world, Verb T is gearing up for an epic UK tour to celebrate the album (and…

Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh

The Viper Club

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.Gyspy jazz violin superstar Tcha Limberger joins forces with the exhilarating Armstrong inspired trumpeter Jérôme E…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Bar Academia

Guitarist, composer and educator Haftor Medbøe presents a special festival listening party.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Louis And The Divas

Celebrated New Orleans singer Tricia Boutté joins Dave Batchelor’s all-star band, featuring trumpeter Colin Steele.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Blue Milk

One of Scotland’s finest blues outfits, Blue Milk are influenced by turn-of-the-century Delta blues and electric 60s and 70s blues rock.

Leith Dockers Club, Edinburgh

Sultan Stevenson

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.One of the most exciting emerging talents in contemporary jazz, pianist and composer Sultan Stevenson combines eleg…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Morten Gunnar Larsen

The current king of ragtime piano, Norwegian Morten Gunnar Larsen spans the rollicking rags of Jelly Roll Morton and the playful stride of Eubie Blake to the da…

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Fergus Mccreadie Meets Warren Vaché

For EJBF26, Fergus McCreadie presents a series of duo performances highlighting his interest in jazz from mainstream to contemporary.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Melanie Challenger for Alive: The Hidden Intelligence of the Living World

Melanie Challenger writes, researches and broadcasts on the history of ideas, the history and philosophy of science and the relationship between humans and the…

Topping & Company Booksellers, Edinburgh

Colin Steele Sextet

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.Powerhouse Scottish trumpeter Colin Steele creates a celebration of melody and rhythm, infused with the energy, and…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh

Jools Holland

JOOLS HOLLAND and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra with special guest star ROACHFORD and guest vocalists RUBY TURNER LOUISE MARSHALL & SUMUDU JAYATILAKA + support f…

Usher Hall, Edinburgh

The Metz Foundation

Following an exciting debut in 2025, Luxembourg saxophonist Joël Metz returns to the festival with his own trio.

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Triskelion

Blending jazz, electronica, soul and hip-hop, Triskelion are Mark Deering (synth and keyboard), George Chandler (bass), and Scott Jamieson (drums).

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

Modern Love

Estelle and Andrew have been together since university, building a life together - or so Andrew believes.

Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

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Silvie + Ursula

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.Bass player Ursula Harrison and vocalist and composer Sylvie Noble present an intimate acoustic conversation betwee…

Leith Arches, Edinburgh

Fergus Mccreadie Meets Mathias Eick

Scottish piano sensation Fergus McCreadie collaborates with some of his musical heroes at this year’s festival.

St Bride's Centre, Edinburgh

Simona Parrinello Quartet

Velvet voiced singer Simona Parrinello is inspired by Ellington and Strayhorn’s fusion of poetry and music.

The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh

The Cinelli Brothers With Special Guest Alice Armstrong

Tickets on sale at noon on Thursday 30 April.London’s dynamic four-piece, The Cinelli Brothers, deliver a gutsy fusion of southern soul, Chicago blues-funk, and…

George Square Spiegeltent, Edinburgh