Jazz Festival

Welcome to the return of our summer Jazz Festival with world renowned jazz musicians. Expect a party atmosphere, real ale and hot food in Wolverhampton’s covered outdoor space.

DENNIS ROLLINS’ FUNKY-FUNK! 

Following 8 years working with Maceo Parker, funky trombone bone maestro Dennis Rollins debuts his all-new groove outfit ‘FUNKY-FUNK!’  An award-winning trombone player and still at the forefront of jazz worldwide, Dennis brings an electrifying band he guarantees will make you move your body! Exploring infectious grooves with sumptuous funky trombone melodies, this band is a must see!

LAURA JURD & DINOSAUR

Dinosaur, Laura’s long running jazz quartet, explore Laura’s distinctive yet ever-evolving music with playful abandon and technical prowess, earning them a reputation as some of the most remarkable UK jazz musicians of their generation. Having played at some of the world’s most iconic jazz festivals, the band goes from strength to strength as they enter their 11th year of trumpet-led, improvisatory magic.

SARA DOWLING

Voted Best Vocalist in the British Jazz Awards 2019. The fabulous fearlessness with which she approaches the act of singing, the burning conviction, the irresistible communicative power and jaw-dropping musicality she brings to it makes Sara one of the UK’s leading Jazz vocalists.

HOWL QUARTET

Howl Quartet brings together four of the finest young improvisers from London’s vibrant jazz scene. The group tie their passion for jazz with folk music, contemporary grooves and free improvisation. Their music combines a strong melodic sensibility and rhythmic creativity.