DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION OF LIVE MUSIC!
Sessions are on Saturday nights (usually twice monthly) encompassing a variety of musical styles including Traditional, Mainstream, Big Band, the American Song Book, Rhythm and Blues, Boogie Woogie & Gypsy Jazz. Something here for most tastes!
Boston Spa Village Hall
199 High St, Boston Spa, Wetherby LS23 6AA
Pay on the door admission...
usually only £15.00 cash or card
DOORS OPEN 7.00pm
MUSIC FROM 8.00pm - 10.30pm
OUR STORY
Jazz in The Spa – formerly Jazz at The Crown – began in the autumn of 1987 with regular Saturday sessions alternating two local Traditional Jazz Bands. From this beginning with modest attendances, the venture slowly flourished. The organisation of the sessions was subsequently taken over by two local jazz enthusiasts, Les Brown, and the late Tim Mallinson. Their efforts proved successful, and the venture matured over the years to gain national recognition and to have one of the most appreciative and supportive audiences in the UK. As the same time, the Club began to present bands and world class solo artists from around the UK and abroad.
In 2004, following renovations at the hotel, the club was forced to seek an alternative venue and with the enthusiastic help of local entrepreneur, Ken Waller, relocated to the local Village Hall. The move coincided with the introduction of Cabaret Club style seating and a ‘Bring your own Bottle’ policy which have proved to be a winning formula.
THE VENUE
Right in the middle of the village is the spacious, recently refurbished Village Hall which is the venue of Jazz in the Spa. Ample parking is available at the rear. Access and facilities for disabled visitors are guaranteed. Cabaret style seating and subdued lighting add to the ambience of each session and a warm welcome is certain.
We feature a different band or group every session playing in a variety of exciting and melodic styles. Visitors can expect Traditional and Mainstream formats interspersed with Rhythm and Blues, Gypsy Jazz and Big Bands. Not only are we proud to feature talented local musicians but welcome musicians from other parts of the UK and overseas.
Don't forget to bring your favourite tipple. We don't have a bar but you are welcome to bring along your own drinks, glasses and snacks.
Please take all bottles and cans home for recycling as there are no facilities at the Village Hall.
Going to Jazz in the Spa alone is better than missing out. Don't be shy, come along and we'll meet & seat you to ensure you enjoy every minute of your Saturday night in good safe company.
Groups (6 or more) are also very welcome. Why not bring along some friends to celebrate a birthday or special occasion? With notice we can arrange a special area for you all to sit together.
Come and Join Us. You’ll love the friendly atmosphere!
Use the contact form below to get in touch.
Bring a Bottle...
on your own & Love JAZZ?
Saturday night at the spa...JUNE 2026
Jazz & Swing
GEORGINA JACKson with the paul smith quintet
June 6th|8.00pm
about the band
Making a welcome return to Jazz in the Spa with Paul Smith's quintet is one of the UK's best trumpet players and vocalists, Georgina Jackson.
Georgina has made regular appearances with the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz orchestra for the last 10 years, featured on both high powered trumpet numbers, swinging vocal numbers and the occasional bit of comedy! She has also been featured at the BBC Proms, had her own Peggy Lee tribute radio show on Radio 2, been a special guest on trumpet festivals across the world, is the new leader of the LP Swing Orchestra and is in high demand with her one woman show on the world’s most prestigious Ocean liners!
Expect wonderful, swinging, straight-ahead jazz from one of the most accomplished and entertaining performers on the scene, all backed by the Paul Smith quintet. This all-star line-up features Paul on drums with Derrick Harris on guitar, Jon Taylor on reeds, Andy Chollerton on piano and José Canha on bass.
Trad Jazz
Sarah Spencer's transatlantic jazz band
June 13th|8.00pm
about the band
Making their Jazz in the Spa debut and coming highly recommended are Sarah Spencer’s Transatlantic Band. Described as ‘one of the exciting, new young breed of traditional jazz players and the hottest tenor saxophonist on the jazz scene today, ‘Sarah’s creed has always been to ‘play it Hot and Dirty’.
Sarah started playing the clarinet at the age of 8 and the tenor sax at 15, later taking up the baritone, alto and soprano saxophones. She started playing on the British traditional jazz scene at 18; was the youngest visitor to play in Preservation Hall, New Orleans at 19; and formed the first of her own bands at 20. In 1989, Sarah Spencer’s Rue Conti Jazz Band was formed with the aim of playing New Orleans music from Piron to Professor Longhair” and became one of Britain’s popular bands.
Jazz
kate peters & derrick harris
June 27th|8.00pm
about the band
Back by popular demand! The incredible vocalist Kate Peters together with guitarist Derrick Harris and their band featuring Jon Taylor on reeds, Martin Longhawn on keys, John Marley on bass and our friend Paul Smith on drums.
A graduate of Leeds College of Music, Kate has worked in a wide variety of styles and areas of the music industry. Her versatility as a vocalist has enabled her to perform and record everything from Dance Music to Jazz to Musical Theatre.
Kate is also a vocal coach, specialising in Pop, Musical Theatre and Jazz and runs 4 choirs for the award winning Rock Choir.
She is also one third of vintage vocal harmony group, The Honeybirds, stars in Northern Soul show "Northern Live: Do I Love You", fronts latin-jazz band Carioca Soul (appearing here in August!), The Kate Peters Big Band and The Kate Peters Septet.
Derrick Harris is a Swansea-born guitarist and composer, and a graduate of Leeds College of Music, where he also taught for several years.
Alongside leading his own groups, Derrick is a sought-after guest soloist and a regular member of leading jazz ensembles and orchestras. His guitar work features extensively on UK radio, television, theatre productions and cast recordings, reflecting a long and varied career across jazz, orchestral and West End performances.
Saturday night at the spa...JUly 2026
Jazz
Hot fingers with emily campbell
July 4th|8.00pm
about the band
Hot Fingers take you on a musical journey spanning over twenty years: starting with ragtime, moving through the red-hot jazz and low-down blues of the twenties and into the sophisticated swing and crooners of the thirties, taking in the 'French Coffee House' sound of Django Reinhardt, comedy 'hokem', jump jive and Latin rhythms along the way.
This troupe of multi-instrumentalists have played more than 1,500 gigs together over the last twenty years, and weave together the musical history of their songs along with tales of twenty years on the road working together.
Spats Langham (Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Temperance Seven) has been entertaining since his teens on tenor banjo, guitar, ukulele and vocals.
He is joined by Malcolm Sked (Bob Kerr's Whoopee Band, The Charleston Chasers) on tuba and double bass and Danny Blyth on clarinets, guitar, mandolin and harmonica.
From Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee to Duke Ellington, they offer a diverse range of music and song.
They are joined by 'the Cotswold Canary' Emily Campbell, bringing her unique talents to the blues music of Bessie Smith, the jazz of Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday, and the gospel music of Mahalia Jackson and Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
TO BE CONFIRMED
July 11th|8.00pm
about the band
Unfortunately the Steve Cassidy band are unable to perform as originally advertised so watch this space for an exciting update!
Big Band
GT BIG BAND 1940's SHOW
July 25th|8.00pm
about the band
The GT Big Band, now in its 57th year, comprises 4 trumpets, 4 trombones, 5 saxes, piano, guitar, bass and drums, plus singing star Michaela Smith. Playing swing and jazz, the band gigs weekly in Saltaire and counts some of the finest local musicians amongst its ranks, with a vigorous youth policy that forges links with university music courses at Leeds Conservatoire and Huddersfield.
The band draws on a vast and eclectic library of big band charts, arranged into 26 completely different programmes, with extras devoted to specific themes. Much of the repertoire is unique to the band, featuring original compositions and arrangements by local legends such as Bill Charleson, Steve DeVine, Phil Steele, Trevor Vincent and Ronnie Bottomley.
For this show they bring one of their most popular programmes, dedicated to the wonderful 40s Swing Bands. Featuring both the original and, in some cases, their own arrangements, the band will aim to bring to life the dance halls of the 1940s, introducing you to the swing legends of the period…Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton and Charlie Barnet…while Michaela’s vocal tribute to the period will explore the glories of the Great American Songbook.
So, sit back, tap your toes, wallow in a bit of nostalgia!
future dates at the spa
carioca soul
dixiemix *NB NEW DATE*
red stripe band
storyville
carl sinclair
ewan bleach & The cable street rag band
slide by slide
northern swing orchestra
christmas show featuring
the honeybirds
The Swing commanders
August 8th|8.00pm
August 29th|8.00pm
September 12th|8.00pm
September 26th|8.00pm
October 3rd|8.00pm
November 7th|8.00pm
November 21st|8.00pm
December 5th|8.00pm
December 19th|8.00pm
Gallery
news
Running in conjunction with Jazz in the Spa and with the same volunteers, we aim to bring you some of the best live entertainment from other genres such as Rock'n'Roll, Pop, Soul, Motown and Comedy.
Please visit our website for more information and to book tickets. Note that tickets are only available online for these events but our friendly team can do this for you at any of the Jazz in the Spa nights if you prefer.
boston spa festival weekend 2025
On Sunday 13th July Jazz in the Spa and Entertainment in the Spa sponsored live music in Millennium Gardens, Boston Spa featuring the Steve Cassidy band who had people literally dancing in the street! Also starring were our very own Ken and Heather with their band The Barn Owls.
Thanks to everyone who came down and supported us, we all had a great time and it was lovely to see some of the regulars from Jazz in the Spa.
...and if you fancy some daytime jazz why not look in on our friends in York
JAZZ, SWING AND BLUES
Dringhouses Sports Club
St Helen's Road, Dringhouses, York, YO24 1HR
Every Thursday 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Pay on the door admission... only £7.00
Drinks at club prices. Club membership NOT required.
Tea & Coffee available. Free Parking
Next session
4th June: Andy Henderson's Aire Valley Jazz Band
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For more information contact 07896 716856
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