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Week of 13Feb 2012

2012-02-13T09:07:00.006+02:00

Please let me know of any gigs I've missed (JAZZ ONLY PLEASE): email mikelaatz@telkomsa.net

Here are the gigs I know about:

Monday 13 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

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Tuesday 14 Feb (Valentine's Day)
Soul Agents: Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 8.30 to 10.30pm Phone 021 422 0909
Trumpeter Ian Smith’s “Pure Love” concert happens at the Cape Town International Convention Centre at 8.30pm
Dave Ledbetter is at the Black Marlin from 3.00 to 6.00pm
Gavin Minter Quartet is at V&A Amphitheatre from 5.00 to 6.00, and later at Trinity from 10.00 to 11.00pm
Amanda Tiffin plays at Berta's, Simonstown
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Wednesday 15 Feb
Jason Reolon Trio featuring Wesley Rustin and Heinrich Goosen at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.00pm. Phone 076 679 2697 (..................................................................................
Thursday 16 Feb
Michelle Maxwell is at iBuyambo,11 Bree street, at 8.30pm. Bookings: 082 569 9316
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Charuto play at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
Jason Reolon Quartet featuring Wesley Rustin, Buddy Wells and Jonno Sweetman at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Charles Louw and his band ATLANTIQUE play at The Blue Chip Restaurant, Wetton road,Wetton every Thursday from 9pm.Contact 0790254572
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Friday 17 Feb
Dave Ledbetter plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Lwanda Gogwana quintet plays at Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
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Saturday 18 Feb
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Lwanda Gogwana quintet plays at Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Jason Reolon and Wesley Rustin play at Leopard Lounge 12 Apostles, from 6 to 9pm
James Stewart is at Cape Angel guest house, Newlands, at 7pm. Contact James 021 6835058 or email lynn@capeangel.co.za to book.

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Sunday 19 Feb
Live jazz at Catharina's, Steenberg, from 12.00. Luch buffet costs R240, bookings at 021 7132222.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Jeremy Olivier plays at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm.
Dan Shout’s band play at Lyra’s, Rondebosch, from 2.00 to 4.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Amanda Tiffin accompanied by Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.
Gavin Minter Quartet plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
Dizu Plaaitjies and Alistair Andrews play at iBuyambo,11 Bree street. Bookings: 082 569 9316
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Monday 20 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

Week of 7thFeb 2012

2012-01-30T10:07:00.015+02:00

Please let me know of any gigs I've missed (JAZZ ONLY PLEASE): email mikelaatz@telkomsa.net

Here are the gigs I know about:

Monday 6 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm
"Tribute to the Modern Big Band Composers " featuring the Mike Campbell Big Band plus guest artists happens at Trinity, 8.30pm
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Tuesday 7 Feb
Soul Agents: Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 8.30 to 10.30pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 8 Feb
Mark Fransman and band play at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.00pm. Phone 076 679 2697
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Thursday 9 Feb
Monique Hellenberg is at iBuyambo,11 Bree street, at 8.30pm. Bookings: 082 569 9316
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassan'adas play at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
Live jazz at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Charles Louw and his band ATLANTIQUE play at The Blue Chip Restaurant, Wetton road,Wetton every Thursday from 9pm.Contact 0790254572
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Friday 10 Feb
Jeremy Olivier plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Cape Dutch Connection plays at La Petite Ferme in Franschhoek from 6 to 9.30 pm. Phone 021 876 3016
Live jazz at Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
(If somebody knows who's playing, please let me know)
Dan Shout band with Haydn Gardner play at Mojo’s, 96 Station rd., Observatory, from 9pm.
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Saturday 11 Feb
Andrew Young plays at Paul Cluver Forest Amphitheatre, Elgin, at 7.00pm. R200per person; book at Computicket
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Amanda Tiffin and Wayne Bosch play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 7.00 to 10pm

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Sunday 12 Feb
Live jazz at Catharina's, Steenberg, from 12.00. Luch buffet costs R240, bookings at 021 7132222.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Davis [Chad Zerf and Louwtjie Rothman) play at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm.
Dan Shout’s band play at Lyra’s, Rondebosch, from 2.00 to 4.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-Ann Fortuin, accompanied by Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky.
Amanda Tiffin trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
Marimba virtuoso Bongani Sotshononda plays at iBuyambo,11 Bree street. Bookings: 082 569 9316
Jazz at the Nassau at 7.30pm: Nassau Centre,Groote Schuur High School
Palmyra Road, Newlands. Benjamin Schaefer trio (from Cologne, Germany); Lee Gelderbloem quartet. Bookings: phone Cliff Wallace Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008
Graham Burton and the Zoot Suits are on at the Splash Cafe, Vineyard hotel from 7-10 pm
Willie van Zyl and Gary Deacon play at Good Music House,3 Conmead Road, Meadowridge
For bookings, phone Diane: 082 5503334 Stanislav: 083 6015751 Landline: 021 7121916
The C'est la Vie Dixie Quintet plays at Augustins in Somerset West from 1.00 to 4.00pm.: Shop 04B Oudehuis Centre 122 Main Road ( the courtyard behind Steers & Debonairs - where the old Spur used to be) For Booking please call 021 851 8504

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Monday 13 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm
Mike Campbell Big Band plays tribute to modern big band composers at Trinity, Greenpoint at 8.30pm. Phone 074 237 8694.
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Tuesday 14 Feb (Valentine's Day)
Soul Agents: Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 8.30 to 10.30pm Phone 021 422 0909
Trumpeter Ian Smith’s “True Love” concert happens at the Cape Town International Convention Centre at 8.30pm
Dave Ledbetter is at the Black Marlin from 3.00 to 6.00pm
Gavin Minter Quartet is at V&A Amphitheatre from 5.00 to 6.00, and later at Trinity from 10.00 to 11.00pm
Amanda Tiffin plays at Berta's, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10pm

Week of 23 January

2012-01-23T10:21:00.007+02:00

Please let me know of any gigs I've missed (JAZZ ONLY PLEASE): email mikelaatz@telkomsa.net

Here are the gigs I know about:

Monday 23 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm
Lwanda plays at Tagores, Observatory, from 9.30pm

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Tuesday 24 Jan
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 8.30 to 10.30pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 25 Jan
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Live jazz at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Steve Newman’s 60th birthday concert: Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay at 8.00pm BOOKING: 076 105 3310 R150 (Including light vegetarian supper).TIME: 20h00BOOKING: 076 105 3310COST: R150 (Including light vegetarian supper)
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Thursday 26 Jan
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassan'adas band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
Live jazz at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard Lounge, Twelve Apostles, from 6.00 to 10.00pm
Trudy Rushin and Keith Tabisher are at iBuyambo, 11 Bree Street, from 8pm – 10pm
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Friday 27 Jan
Dave Ledbetter plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Live jazz at Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Marc de Cock's Urban Groove band plays at Jackson Hall, Grand west, from 9.00pm.
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Saturday 28 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Jonny Cooper Big Band plays at V&A Amphitheater – from 3.30 to 4.30pm
Cape Dutch Connection plays at Hartenberg from 4.30 to 8.00pm. Phone 021-8652541
Live jazz at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Lwanda is at Tagores, Observatory from 21h30.
Michele Maxwell at ALMA CAFE, Rosebank, at 7.30pm R130 which includes meal and show.
BOOKINGS: 021 685 7377
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Sunday 29 Jan
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Joe Schaeffers and band are at Catharina's, Steenberg, from 12.00. Luch buffet costs R240, bookings at 021 7132222.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Davis (Chad Zerf and Louwtjie Rothman) play at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm.
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Vuyo on vocals, with Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.
Lee Gelderbloem trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
"Sax Summit" at 5pm at Club West End: Barney Rachabane, Khaya Mahlangu,Victor Kula and Mark Fransman on saxes, with George Werner - Piano, Errol Dyers - Guitar, Spencer Mbadu - Bass and Ivan Bell - Drums Phone 021 6379132

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Monday 30 Jan

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

Week of 16th Jan

2012-01-09T07:40:00.025+02:00

Please let me know of any gigs I've missed (JAZZ ONLY PLEASE): email mikelaatz@telkomsa.net

Here are the gigs I know about:

Monday 16 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

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Tuesday 17 Jan
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson (with guest Dan Shout on sax) play at Asoka from 8.30 to 10.30pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 18 Jan
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Babu plays at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697

Marc de Cock's Urban Groove band plays at Jackson Hall, Grand west, from 9.00pm
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Thursday 19 Jan
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Mas Que Nada band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
Babu plays at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
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Friday 20 Jan
Dave Ledbetter plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Live jazz at Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697
Marc de Cock's Urban Groove band plays at Jackson Hall, Grand west, from 9.00pm.
Dan Shout's band & Lwanda Gogwana's band play at MOJO, Observatory, from 8.00 to 11.00pm
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Saturday 21 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Babu plays at the Mahogany Room, 79 Buitenkant street, from 8.30pm.Phone 076 679 2697

Marc de Cock's Urban Groove band plays at Jackson Hall, Grand west, from 9.00pm
Alvin Dyers Trio featuring Monique Hellenberg play at C'est la vie, Shop 04B Oudehuis Centre 122 Main Road, Somerset West, from 7.00 to 10.00pm; bookings 021 851 8504.
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Sunday 22 Jan
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Davis (Chad Zerf and Louwtjie Rothman) play at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm.
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Soi-Soi and the African experience
Alvin Dyers Trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Manouche play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront, from 5.00 to 6.00.
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.

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Monday 23 Jan

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

Week of 2nd Jan

2012-01-02T09:47:00.004+02:00

Happy New Year!
I've been given very few updates for this week (I guess most musicians are suffering from burnout after a busy season).
Please let me know of any jazz gigs I've missed: email mikelaatz@telkomsa.net
Here are the gigs I know about:

Monday 2 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

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Tuesday 3 Jan
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 4 Jan
Keith Macfarlane (guitar)) plays easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
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Thursday 5 Jan
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.

Live jazz at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 6pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
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Friday 6 Jan
Live jazz at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
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Saturday 7 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Cape Dutch Connection plays at Boschendal from 11.00 to 3.00
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
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Sunday 8 Jan
Live jazz at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm (confirmed).

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Melanie Scholtz backed
by Gorm Hjalsted, Romy Brauteseth and Maurice Gawronsky.

Live jazz at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm (confirmed)
Live jazz at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00pm, weather permitting.

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Monday 9 Jan

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

Week of 26 Dec

2011-12-26T11:51:00.000+02:00

Monday 26 Dec
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 12.00 to 3.00pm, weather permitting.

N2 and Strand Combo play at Rietenbosch hall, Stellenbosch, from 8 till late (Jazz and ballroom). Bring platter and drinks. R50pp. To book, phone Kenny at 083 480 5596.

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

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Tuesday 27 Dec
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 28 Dec
Keith Macfarlane (guitar)) plays easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
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Thursday 29 Dec
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.

Live jazz at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 6pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
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Friday 30 Dec
Live jazz at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
The Melting pot, 15 church rd., Muizenberg: Spencer Mbadu trio (with Carlo Fabe and Charles Louw); times not given, phone 021709 0785 for details
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Saturday 31 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00 (please confirm
Maurice Gawronsky quartet plays at Cape Royale from 9.00 to 1.00
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Sunday 1 Jan (New Year’s Day)
UNLESS MARKED “CONFIRMED”, PLEASE CHECK THAT THESE EVENTS ARE ON: SOME VENUES MAY BE CLOSED ON NEW YEAR’S DAY.

Mike Laatz saxes, Trish Bailey bass, Alan Bowen guitar/percussion and vocals, Keith Macfarlane guitar and Maurice Gawronsky drums) play at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm (confirmed).

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.

Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: to be confirmed

Mike Laatz quartet plays at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm (confirmed)
Live jazz at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00pm, weather permitting.

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Monday 2 Jan

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

Week of 19 December

2011-12-12T11:28:00.008+02:00

Monday 19 Dec
Debi Parkinson plays outside Spilhaus, Cavendish Square, from 12.00 to 2.00
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

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Tuesday 20 Dec
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 21 Dec
Keith Macfarlane (guitar)) plays easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Frank Paco's Art Ensemble will be performing at Tagores in Observatory at 10pm
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Thursday 22 Dec
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.

Live jazz at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 6pm
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
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Friday 23 Dec
Debi Parkinson plays outside Spilhaus, Cavendish Square, from 12.00 to 2.00
Live jazz at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Hassan’adas band (with Buddy Wells) plays at the One and Only, V&A Waterfront
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Saturday 24 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Cape Dutch Connection plays at Place de Boschendal country market from 11.00am to 3.00pm
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
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Sunday 25 Dec (Christmas Day)
UNLESS MARKED “CONFIRMED”, PLEASE CHECK THAT THESE EVENTS ARE ON: SOME VENUES MAY BE CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS DAY.
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.

Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Graham Burton (vocals) James Kibby (guitar) Maurice Gawronsky (drums) Gary Kriel (bass). (confirmed)

Mike Laatz quartet plays at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm (confirmed)
Live jazz at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm

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Monday 26 Dec
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 12.00 to 3.00pm, weather permitting.

N2 and Strand Combo play at Rietenbosch hall, Stellenbosch, from 8 till late (Jazz and ballroom). Bring platter and drinks. R50pp. To book, phone Kenny at 083 480 5596.
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) is at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 10.00pm

Monday 5th December

2011-11-21T12:29:00.016+02:00

These are the gigs I've been told about for this week:

Monday 5 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00
Big Band Mondays – "A Tribute to The Kings of Swing" featuring the Mike Campbell Big Band plus Sandile Gontsana and Lana Crowster on vocals. Funktion Room - Trinity 20h00 to 22h30 - R60 Webticket - R75 door Bookings Phone - 074 -237-8694 / 021-418-0624 / restaurant@trinitycapetowm.co.za
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Tuesday 6 Dec
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 7 Dec
Keith Macfarlane (guitar)) plays easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
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Thursday 8 Dec
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassanadas band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant, from 7 to 10pm
One and Only, V&A Waterfront: The Adamu Trio (Afro/latin) Adamu on Vocals/ Guitar
Simon Annett Drums, Buddy Wells on Saxophones
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.
The Zoot Suits play at Upper Eastside, Woodstock.
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Friday 9 Dec
Mike Laatz (saxes) Jason Reolon (piano) and Charles Lazar (double bass) present a concert of jazz standards at Cape Angel, 3 Fig st. Newlands. Tickets are R300, and include a gourmet meal; booking essential. Phone 021 683 5318 or 082 4409397.
The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band and the Gary Hendrickse trio are at Kaleidoscope, Main rd., Claremont, from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp.
Jeremy Olivier plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Andrew Young plays at JennaVIVA, Main Road, Somerset West; 19h30 for 20h00
R250.00 includes Dinner & Glass of Wine
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Saturday 10 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Free Concert at 2.30pm, featuring Mike Laatz (sax) and Keith MacFarlane (guitar and piano) at Casa Labia, Main Road, Muizenberg (about 200m south of the Railway House) More information call 021 7886068

Omega Brass play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront, from 3.30 to 4.30
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Debi Parkinson plays outside Spilhaus in Cavendish; no time given

Amanda Tiffin and Dave Ledbetter in concert at Velvet Upon Tweed Boutique Theatre; 3 Tweed rd. Newlands. Bookings: 021 6855918 or 082 434 3489. Tickets are R80
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Sunday 11 Dec
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Amanda Tiffin trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar, Maurice Gawronsky, featuring Amanda Tiffin on vocals
Jason Reolon Trio performs at Oude Libertas Amphitheatre Stellenbosch at 18h30.Book at Computicket for seated tickets or buy tickets on the day for picnic.
Phone 021 809 7473 or 021 809 7380 or email theatre@oudelibertas.co.za
Jeremy Olivier plays at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm

Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
Jazz at the Nassau: 7-30pm - Boulevard Blues Band.
Ticket price R100-00
Booking - Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008

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Monday 12 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) is at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

Monday 14th November

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Monday 12th Nov

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00
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Tuesday 15 November
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909

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Wednesday 16 November
Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (sax) play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes, 189 Buitengracht street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 17 November
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassanadas band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant.
Debi Parkinson plays sax at The Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10.00
Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet (with either Willie van Zyl or Len Richey on saxes, Charles Lazar on double bass and Kevin Gibson drums) plays classic swing and Latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant, from 6:00p.m.
Alvin and Errol Dyers are at Pizzeria Villagio in the Howard Centre, Pinelands from 7-9pm.

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Friday 18 November
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Tren Latino plus The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band are at Kaleidoscope, Main rd., Claremont, from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp.
Chad Zerf and Louwtjie Rothman are at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 19 November
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.30am to 1.30pm
Gavin Minter is at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront, from 3.30 to 4.30
Chad Zerf and Louwtjie Rothman play at the Black Marlin, Simonstown, from 3.00 to 6.00pm
Keith Macfarlane and Alan Bowen play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Amanda Tiffin plays at Berthas Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
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Sunday 20 November
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Jeremy Olivier plays from 3.00 to 6.00 pm at Black Marlin, Simonstown
Lee Gelderbloem trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm

Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Vocalist Bev Scott-Brown, backed by Andrew Ford, Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky

Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside, from 6.30 to 8.30.
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
8pm at Café Sofia, Rondebosch: Mark Fransman, Bruce Muirhead, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Makeson Browne play original compositions.
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Monday 21 November
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) is at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

Monday 7th November

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Monday 7th Nov
Melanie Scholtz with the Mike Campbell Big Band are at Trinity, Greenpoint from 8.00 to 10.30pm

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00
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Tuesday 8 November
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909

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Wednesday 9 November
Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (sax) play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 10 November
Ramon Alexander and Shaun Johannes play in "Jazz Lunch Surprise" at Endler Hall, Stellenbosch Conservatorium, cr Victoria and Neethling Sts, Stellenbosch from 1.10 to 2.00pm. 021 808 2358 / 084 682 1337 for info. Free entry.
Mike Laatz (saxes) and Keith Macfarlane (guitar) play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassanadas band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant.

Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet (with either Willie van Zyl or Len Richey on saxes, Charles Lazar on double bass and Kevin Gibson drums) plays classic swing and Latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant from 6:00p.m.

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Friday 11 November
The Dixie Swingers play on the lawns at La Petite Ferme in Franschoek from 5 30 to 9 30pm.
R150 a head which includes a bottle of wine per couple plus starter and
main course.

George Werner and The Little Giants Alumni Artists plus The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band are at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Richard Caesar plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 12 November
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.30am to 1.30pm

Mike Laatz plays sax at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
At Casa Labia, Muizenberg, there’ll be a classical flute recital by Taylor Weary, an 18-year-old flutist from California who has performed in LA's Disney Hall and New York's Carnegie Hall. This is the first of the Casa Labia Picnics in Muizenberg. She will be followed at 2.30 by The Joe Bolton Quartet: Gawie Du Toit - Saxophone, Joe Bolton - Piano, Graham Strickland - Double Bass, Julian Schubel - Drums. Concert is free but the performers put their hat down
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Sunday 13 November
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Jeremy Olivier plays from 3.00 to 6.00 pm at Black Marlin, Simonstown
Lee Gelderbloem trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00pm

Brunch at Winchester Mansions, Seapoint: Dixie Swingers

Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside from 6.30 to 8.30.
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.

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Monday 14 November
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

2011-10-31T15:19:00.006+02:00

Monday 31st October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00
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Tuesday 1 November
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909

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Wednesday 2 November
Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (sax) play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 3 November
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
La Turbina band (Muriel Marco, Andre Webb, Minel Melendez and Buddy Wells) plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant.

Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet (with Len Richey on sax, Charles Lazar on double bass and Kevin Gibson drums) plays classic swing and Latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant from 6:00p.m.

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Friday 4th November
The Frank Cuddumbey Quartet plus The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Richard Caesar plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 5th November
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.30am to 1.30pm

Keith Macfarlane plays at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Sunday 6th November
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.

Amanda Tiffin plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 5.30 to 8.30pm

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-Anne Fortuin backed by
Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky,

Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
At 5.00pm, Pastiche play at Jazz in the Garden, 36 Hibiscus Street Durbanville. For bookings, phone 0837033722.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Jeremy Olivier play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
Dan Shout’s band plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 13:00 - 15:00
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
Jazz at the Nassau: The music of Burt Bacharach played by the Darryl Andrews big band
7-30pm - Ticket price R80
Booking - Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008

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Monday 7th November
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00
Melanie Scholtz with the Mike Campbell Big Band are at Trinity, Greenpoint from 8.00 to 10.30pm

Week of 25th October

2011-10-25T11:47:00.003+02:00

Tuesday 25th October
Soul Agents, featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Nick Williams & Lee Thomson play at Asoka from 9 to 11pm Phone 021 422 0909

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Wednesday 26th October
Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (sax) play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Metro Big Band plays at Kaleidoscope, Claremont, from 7.00pm Phone Petro Schoeman 021-674 5761 for bookings
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 27th October
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Cha-cha-cha band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles.
Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet (with Len Richey on sax/flute, Charles Lazar on double bass and Kevin Gibson drums) plays classic swing and Latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant from 6:00p.m.

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Friday 28th Oct
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Jeremy Olivier plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00
Jade Jazz Band: Andre Webb on Bass, Fabian Baartman on keys, Ricardo Philander on drums and Sade’ Van Schalkwyk on vocals plkay at the Livingroom,Weltevreden Road Bellville

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Saturday 29th October
Keith Macfarlane plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.30am to 1.30pm

Keith Macfarlane plays at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Jason Reolon & Nick Williams play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles Hotel from 6-10pm
Frontline Jazz Band will be performing at Chilli Bar, 5 Victoria Road Southfield from 8.00 to 11.00: Andre Webb on bass, Fabian Baartman keyboardss, Keith De Bruyn drums andLana Crowster on vocals.

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Sunday 30th October
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.

Amanda Tiffin plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 5.30 to 8.30pm

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Bev Scott-Brown accompanied by
Andrew Ford Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky,

Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
At 5.00pm, Pastiche play at Jazz in the Garden, 36 Hibiscus Street Durbanville. For bookings, phone 0837033722.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
Haydn Gardner plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 14:00 - 16:00
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
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Monday 31st October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00

Week of 17th October 2011

2011-10-10T16:47:00.012+02:00

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Tuesday 18th October
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
Charlie King Acoustic Blues CD Launch at DIE BOER, Durbanville at 7.30
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Wednesday 19th October
Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (sax) play easy-listening Latin and swing standards at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 7.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition: finals tonight at Jackson Hall, Grandwest; backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 20th October
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Hassanadas band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand Restaurant.
Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet (with Willie van Zyl on saxophones, Charles Lazar on double bass and Kevin Gibson drums) plays classic swing and Latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant from 6:00p.m.

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Friday 21st Oct
Tapas and wine evening at Bistro Sixteen82, Steenberg Estate, with Mike Laatz (sax), Eddie Kirkwood (keyboards) and Gary Deacon (bass) from 5.30pm. For bookings and enquiries, phone 021 713 2211.
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Richard Caesar plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 22nd October
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 10.30am to 1.30pm
OPEN AIR CONCERT - the dynamic 18 piece METRO BIG BAND + IAN SMITH and THE DELFT BIG BAND + DONVENO PRINS and HIS BIG BAND + THE GLENN ROBERTSON JAZZ BAND + HARMONIX "LIVE" @ DIE HOOGEIND MANOR in SOMERSET WEST. Call Petro Schoeman 0216745761 to book your spot on the lawn. Bring your own picnic basket, sun umbrella, blanket and champagne or wine for a chilled afternoon of JAZZ!
Gavin Fullard’s Track 5 perform at 19h30 at Bellville Church of Christ, tickets are R50.

Keith Macfarlane plays at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
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Sunday 23rd October
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.

Amanda Tiffin plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 5.30 to 8.30pm

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Bev Scott-Brown accompanied by
Andrew Ford Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky,

Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis Restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
Haydn Gardner plays at Lyra's in Rondebosch from 14:00 - 16:00
Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6.00 to 9.00pm, weather permitting.
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Monday 24th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Week of 3rd October 2011

2011-10-03T14:04:00.005+02:00

Monday 3rd October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Big Band jazz at Trinity at 7.30: South African jazz played by Mike Campbell Big Band
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Tuesday 4th October
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 5th October
Keith Macfarlane and Mike Laatz play at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 6th October
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Jaco Maria band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildeb
Jazz guitarist John Russell's quartet plays classic swing and latin jazz styles at Cru Cafe in the Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant from 6:00p.m.

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Friday 7th Oct
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; they'll be joined by the ESP band from Stellenbosch. Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Richard Caesar plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 8th October
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
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Sunday 9th October
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.

DanShout quartet plays at Berthas, Simonstown, from 5.30 to 8.30pm
Charlie King & Gerald Clark play at The Red Herring / Skebanga's Sunset Bar, Noordhoek. Sunday 9 October 5-8PM. No cover

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Soi-Soi and the African experience

Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey and Andrew Ford play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.

Week of 26th September

2011-09-26T16:20:00.004+02:00

Monday 26th September
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 27th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909

Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles
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Wednesday 28th September
Keith Macfarlane and Mike Laatz play at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369
James Kibby, Maurice Paliaga and Richard Pickett play at Woodstock Lounge
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Thursday 29th September
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Sambita.band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 30th September
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; joined by Wayne Bosch trio. Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Bergvliet High School presents “Bluenote Sessions” with Lee Thomson, Donveno Prins, Darryl Andrews and the Bergvliet High School Music Department; tickets R45
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm
Jeremy Olivier plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 1st October
Mike Laatz plays at Somerbosch Wine Sale from 8.30am to 1.00pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manuka, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
From 5 to 6, Hannanadas band plays at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront
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Sunday 2nd October
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
From 5 to 6, Grupo Tren Latino plays at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 12.30 to 3.30
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Graham Burton backed by Jason Reolon, Romy Brauteseth and Maurice Gawronsky
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey duo plays at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
From 5.30 to 8.30, Amanda Tiffin Trio plays at Berthas, Simonstown
Jazz at the Nassau: Dan Shout Quartet with Gorm Helfjord (guitar), Romy Brauteseth (bass) and Mike Horne (drums) first half, Graham Burton second half with Andrew Ford (piano), Kevin Gibson (drums), Wesley Rustin (bass) and Mike Laatz (sax). Tickets from Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401-0008 (you’ll need to book; this will be a sell-out concert)
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Monday 3rd October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Big Band jazz at Trinity at 7.30: South African jazz played by Mike Campbell Big Band
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Tuesday 4th October
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
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Wednesday 5th October
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 6th October
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Jaco Maria band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand

Week of 22nd Sept 2011

2011-09-20T12:36:00.001+02:00

Here are the gigs I've been told about:
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Tuesday 20th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909

Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles

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Wednesday 21st September
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 22nd September
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Latin Sunsets @ Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand, with Sambita.
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Friday 23rd September
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; joined by comedian Denis Stander. Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp

Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm
Richard Caesar plays at Bertha’s, Simonstown, from 6.00 to 9.00

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Saturday 24th September
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
From 10.30, Jeremy Olivier plays at V&A Waterfront amphitheatre.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg, from 6.00 to 9.00pm

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Sunday 25th September
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Sylvia Mdulyewa band.
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
Berthas, Simonstown: Alvin dyers trio play from 17h30 to 20h30
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Monday 26th September
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 27th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909

Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles
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Wednesday 28th September
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg Village, from 6.00 to 9.00
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 29th September
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Sambita.band plays at Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand

Week of 13th september

2011-09-12T18:00:00.008+02:00

Here are the gigs I've been told about:
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Tuesday 13th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909

Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm

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Wednesday 14th September
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 15th September
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Latin Sunsets @ Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand. featuring Hassan'adas - 18h00 to 21h00
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Friday 16th September
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30; joined by comedian Denis Stander. Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
Sundowner Sessions @ Berthas [Simonstown] - featuring Davis [Chad and Louwtjie] - 18h00 to 21h00
Jazz Forte (quartet)from 9pm at Dizzy's, 41 The Drive, Camps Bay, ph 438-2686. R20 cover charge: Warren Human vocals, Blake Hellaby piano, Cris Ilari bass & Dave Elliott drums.

Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm

Eddie Kirkwood and Gary Deacon are at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point from 19h30 . Phone 021 4330187 to book.

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Saturday 17thSeptember
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
From 10.30, Jeremy Olivier plays at V&A Waterfront amphitheatre.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm
Keith Macfarlane plays at Manukas, Steenberg, from 6.00 to 9.00pm

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Sunday 18th September
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: no info yet.
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. From 6.30 to 8.30.
Sundowner Sessions @ Berthas [Simonstown] - featuring Dan Shout Quartet - 17h30 to 20h30
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Monday 19th September
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
.......................................
Tuesday 20th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909

Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles

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Wednesday 21st September
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Thursday 22nd September
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
Latin Sunsets @ Alba Lounge, V&A Waterfront, above Hildebrand, with Sambita.

Week of 6th September 2011

2011-09-05T14:58:00.004+02:00

Here are the gigs I've been told about:
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Tuesday 6th Sept
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street; 9-11pm 021 422 0909
The Songscape trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
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Wednesday 7th Sept
Open mic jazz nights (vocal competition with big prizes) at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369
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Thursday 8th September
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
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Friday 9th September
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band and Jason Sampson quartet play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30 Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp
City Hall, 8pm: Kesivan and the Lights, with Marcus Wyatt, Brazilian guitarist Chico Cesar, Parisian Ray Lema on piano, Thandisa Mazwai trio. Tickets R150 from computicket

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Saturday 10thSeptember
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
City Hall, 8pm: Kesivan and the Lights, with Marcus Wyatt, Brazilian guitarist Chico Cesar, Parisian Ray Lema on piano, Thandisa Mazwai trio. Tickets R150 from computicket
Michele Maxwell plays at Alma Cafe, Rosebank. 7 for 7.30. R130 includes a meal. Licensed. Booking essential on 021 685 7377

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Sunday 11th September
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Melanie Scholtz backed by Andrew Ford, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio play at the Mount Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Jade plays at Club ZAR, Somerset rd.from 2.00 to 5.00pm: Sade Van Schalkwyk vocals, Andre Webb bass,Ricardo Philander drums, Avron Adams guitar,Fabian Baartman keyboards. Bookings: Jodie-Ann on 0744158561
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside.

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Monday 12th September
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 13th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
The Songscape Trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard lounge, 12 Apostles

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Wednesday 14th September
Open mic jazz vocal competition night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Week of 30th August 2011

2011-08-29T13:47:00.005+02:00

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Tuesday 30 August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street; 9-11pm 021 422 0909
Scott Love is at Mojo in Woodstock from 8.00 to 11.00pm
Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm
The Songscape trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
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Wednesday 31st August
Open jazz mic nights (vocal competition with big prizes) at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.

Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369

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Thursday 1st September
Graham Burton and the Zoot Suits are at Upper Eastside Hotel, WEoodstock, from 7 to 10pm
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 2nd september
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Mojo, Station rd Woodstock: Sisonke Xonti sax, Thandi keyboard, Benjamin Jephta double bass and Marlin Witbooi on drums...

Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30 Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp

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Saturday 3rd September
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre: Natasha Meister 15h30, Gerald Clark Band - 16h30;
From 4.00pm, Big Band Extravaganza with Delft Big Band, Little Giants, New Face of Africa and Lagunya Big Bands: Johnson Ngwevela Hall, Llanga
Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

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Sunday 4th September
Mojo, Woodstock: 4.00pm: Mandla on trumpet, Brydon on double bass and Keenan on guitar outside on the cocktail bar. The second half will be an open jamming session.
Then at 8pm, Alvin and Errol Dyers on guitars, performing inside on the main stage
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre: Wayne Pauli 15h30, Boulevard Blues Band 16h30.
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Monique Hellenberg backed by Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt. Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside.
Jazz Upon Tweed, Newlands: Nick le Mesurier and In the Deep End (blues). Booking essential: 082 434 3489 or 021 685 5918

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Monday 5th September

Big Band Jazz with John Hassan, Abigail Peterson and Mike Campbell Big Band: tribute to Latin Music at Trinity, Greenpoint from 8.00 to 11.00pm
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
.......................................
Tuesday 6th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
The Songscape Trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.

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Wednesday 7th September
Open mic jazz night at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

Week of 29th August 2011

2011-08-29T13:47:00.000+02:00

Monday 29th August
Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Mike Laatz play at Cape Angel Guesthouse at 7.30pm
Gourmet supper included; R300pp. Info at 082 4409397
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 30 August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street; 9-11pm 021 422 0909
Scott Love is at Mojo in Woodstock from 8.00 to 11.00pm
Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm
The Songscape trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
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Wednesday 31st August
Open jazz mic nights at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.

Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369

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Thursday 1st September
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 2nd september
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Mojo, Station rd Woodstock: Sisonke Xonti sax, Thandi keyboard, Benjamin Jephta double bass and Marlin Witbooi on drums...
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30 Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp

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Saturday 3rd September
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre: Natasha Meister 15h30, Gerald Clark Band - 16h30

From 4.00pm, Big Band Extravaganza with Delft Big Band, Little Giants, New Face of Africa and Lagunya Big Bands: Johnson Ngwevela Hall, Llanga
Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

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Sunday 4th September
Mojo, Woodstock: 4.00pm: Mandla on trumpet, Brydon on double bass and Keenan on guitar outside on the cocktail bar. The second half will be an open jamming session.
Then at 8pm, Alvin and Errol Dyers on guitars, performing inside on the main stage
V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre: Wayne Pauli 15h30, Boulevard Blues Band 16h30 Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Monique Hellenberg backed by Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt. Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside.
Jazz Upon Tweed, Newlands: Nick le Mesurier and In the Deep End (blues). Booking essential: 082 434 3489 or 021 685 5918

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Monday 5th September

Big Band Jazz with John Hassan, Abigail Peterson and Mike Campbell Big Band: tribute to Latin Music at Trinity, Greenpoint from 8.00 to 11.00pm
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
.......................................
Tuesday 6th September
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
The Songscape Trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.

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Wednesday 7th September
Open mic jazz night at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 ...................................................................................

2011-08-22T09:42:00.006+02:00

Monday 22nd August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
.........................................................
Tuesday 23rd August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street; 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm
The Songscape trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
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Wednesday 24th August
Open jazz mic nights at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.

Reza Khota trio plays at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369

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Thursday 25th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Lilley trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles from 6.00 to 9.00pm

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Friday 26th August
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Jeremy Olivier trio plays at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Sammy Weber quartet and the Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30 Phone 021-674 5761 during office hours to book. R60pp

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Saturday 27th August
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Connolly Big Band is hosting a concert at the Wynberg Sports Club, Rosmead Avenue, Wynberg at 7.00pm, Mike Laatz will be doing a guest spot on alto sax.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Richard Caesar quartet plays at the Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street, Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624

Ethan Smith quartet (with Claude Cozens, Kyle Shepard and Brydon Bolten) play at UCT College of Music (behind the Baxter) at 8.00pm
Jason Reolon & Wesley Rustin duo play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles Hotel, from 6 to 9pm.

Hot Shots Quintet: Haydn Gardner, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin, Jonno Sweetman & Dan Shout play at Club Voom Voom, Loop Str - 11pm.

Sunday 28th August
Eddie Kirkwood and Gary Deacon play at Catharina’s, Constantia, from 12.00 to 3.00
Pinelands Town Hall (opposite the cricket club) at 6.30; R100pp :The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band, with Trevor Parker and Richard Caesar Contact Eva Parker on 084-560 7907 for tickets

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-anne Fortuin accompanied by Gorm Helsted, Romy Brauteseth and Kevin Gibson
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt. Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside.
Jazz jam session at Barans, cor Shortmarket and Burg streets, from 4 to 9pm; R30pp
From 4.30 to 6.30, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay Harbour.
Hot Shots Quintet perform at Studio 7 from 7pm, featuring Haydn Gardner, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin, Jonno Sweetman & Dan Shout. Phone Patrick 083 399 3334 to book. Calais Rd, Sea Point
Jazz at the Nassau: 7.30pm:
1st half:REZA KHOTA GUITAR,KESIVAN NAIDOO DRUMS,SHANE COOPER BASS GUITAR,
RONAN SKILLEN PERCUSSION/TABLA
2nd half:CAPETOWN TANGO ENSEMBLE:STANISLAV ANGUELOV ACCORDION,
ALBERT COMBRINK PIANO,CHARLES LAZAR BASS,WILLIE van ZYL SAXOPHONE
Ticket price R80 Booking:Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401-0008

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Monday 29th August

Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Mike Laatz play at Cape Angel Guesthouse at 7.30pm
Gourmet supper included; R300pp. Info at 082 4409397 or book at www.overtone.co.za

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
.......................................
Tuesday 30th August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting-edge jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street from 9-11pm. 021 422 0909
The Songscape Trio plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm

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Wednesday 31st August
Open mic jazz night at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Live jazz at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369 No details given.
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Week of 16th August

2011-08-16T15:41:00.004+02:00

These are the gigs I've been told about:

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Tuesday 16th August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm
The SONGSCAPE TRIO plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
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Wednesday 17th August
Open jazz mic nights at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.

Live jazz (no details received yet) at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369

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Thursday 18th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Lee Gelderbloem, Mike Horn and Wesley Rustin: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.

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Friday 19th August
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Andrew Ford trio plays at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory from 8 to 11pm: Sisonke Xonti on sax, Benjamin Jephta on double bass, Martin Witbooi on drums
On Q play at The Lounge, 79 Lower Main Road, Observatory
Zamar and the Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont from 7.30 Phone 021-674 5761 or 072 601 2848 during office hours to book. R60pp
Jason Reolon and band play at The Kove, Camps Bay

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Saturday 20th August
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30am to 2.30pm

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Gavin Minter quartet plays at the Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: Emily Bruce trio from 8.00 to 11.00pm

Jason Reolon & Wesley Rustin play duo at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles Hotel, from 6 to 9pm.
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Sunday 21st August
Mike Laatz and Eddie Kirkwood play at Paulaner Brauhaus, V&A Waterfront, from 5 to 8pm.
Mojos, Observatory, from 4pm: Brydon on Double Bass, Mandla on Trumpet and Keenan on Guitar.The second half of the set will be an open jamming session, so dust off your instruments and feel free to join in.
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30, weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: no details yet
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680 Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 4.30 to 6.30, Dave Ledbetter and the Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay Harbour.
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Monday 22nd August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 23rd August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909
The SONGSCAPE TRIO plays from 19h30 at Casa Nostra Restaurant, 66 Regent Road, Sea Point. Phone 021 4330187 to book.
Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm

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Wednesday 24th August
Open mic jazz night at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper and Buddy Wells are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369
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Thursday 25th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Lilley trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.

Week of 8th August 2011

2011-08-08T16:57:00.008+02:00

These are the gigs I've been told about:

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Tuesday 9th August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm

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Wednesday 10th August
Open jazz mic nights at Jackson Hall, Grandwest, with backing by Andrew Ford trio.

Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper and Buddy Wells play original compositions at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369

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Thursday 11th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Dave Ledbetter trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point, from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint
Debi Parkinson plays at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles from 6 to 10pm
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 12th August
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Jeremy Olivier trio plays at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford with Richard Picket (vocals and drums) and Charles Lazar (double bass), plus Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Claremont. Phone 021-674 5761 to book.
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: live jazz; no details yet
On Q play at The Lounge, 79 Lower Main Road, Observatory
Jason Reolon trio plays at the Kove, Camps Bay.
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Saturday 13th August
Keith Macfarlane plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30 to 2.30pm

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Buddy wells and Jason Reolon play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6 to 9pm.

Richard Caesar quartet plays at the Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: Dan Shout trio from 8.00 to 11.00pm

UCT Big Band conducted by Mike Campbell plays at the Baxter at 8.15pm

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Sunday 14th August

Eddie Kirkwood and Gary Deacon play at Catharina’s, Steenberg for lunch
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30 weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee Gelderbloem backed by Andrew Lilley Charles Lazar
And Heinrich Goosen
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680 Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 4.30 to 6.30, Dave Ledbetter and the Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay Harbour.
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Monday 15th August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 8 to 10.30: Women in Jazz - Featuring Melanie Scholtz and the Love Apples, Amanda Tiffin, Spha Mdlalose, Lana Crowster and Lisa Bauer. 021 418 0624
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Tuesday 16th August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm

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Wednesday 17th August
Open mic jazz night at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio.
Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper and Buddy Wells are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369
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Thursday 18th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Lee Gelderbloem, Mike Horn and Wesley Rustin: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint.
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.

Week of 2nd August 2011

2011-08-01T12:54:00.015+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about:

Tuesday 2nd August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet plays at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm
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Wednesday 3rd August
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
Open Jazz Mic Nights at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio
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Thursday 4th August
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Amanda Tiffin trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 5th August
The jazz function at Backsberg Estate has been cancelled.
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Andrew Ford , Wesley rustin and Kevin Gibson play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Sebastian Petersen Ensemble plus Glenn Robertson Jazz Band play at Kaleidoscope, Claremont. Phone 021-674 5761 to book.
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: live jazz; no details yet
On Q play at The Lounge, 79 Lower Main Road, Observatory

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Saturday 6th August
Mike Laatz plays sax at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30 to 2.30pm

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Wayne Bosch and Jason Reolon play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6 to 9pm.

Gavin Minter quartet, with Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson play at the Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: Dan Shout trio from 8.00 to 11.00pm

Reza Khota quartet (with Buddy Wells, Jonno Sweetman and Wesley Rustin), and Ramon Alexander trio will be giving a concert at Endler Hall, Stellenbosch at 8.00pm.
For details, phone 021 808 2358 or 084 682 1337
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Sunday 7th August
Mike Laatz and Eddie Kirkwook play at Paulaner, V&A Waterfront, from 5 to 8pm
Andrew Ford, Jan Hough and Butch Rice play at Catharina’s, Steenberg for lunch
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30 weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Maud Damons, Derek Hutton, Willie van Blommenstein and Gary Kriel.
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680 Vernon Varty and Gilbert Lang are at Jazz Upon Tweed, Newlands, from 6.30. To book, phone Lainey ~ 082 434 3489 or 021 685 5918

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 4.30 to 6.30, Dave Ledbetter and the Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay Harbour.
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Monday 8th August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 8 to 10.30: Women in Jazz - Featuring Melanie Scholtz and the Love Apples, Amanda Tiffin, Spha Mdlalose, Lana Crowster and Lisa Bauer. 021 418 0624
Concert at Stellenbosch Town Hall at 7pm, featuring the following bands: Solfamadink,
ESP Band, Cuppiccino,Brotherhood,SMP (Stellenzicht Music Project), Byron and Dylan,
Joshua Don and The Belhar Music Collective.

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Tuesday 9th August
Search Party Quartet featuring Jason Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper & Lee Thomson play cutting edge Jazz at Asoka in Kloof Street 9-11pm 021 422 0909

Dan Shout quartet is at Tagores, 42 Trill rd Observatory from 9.30pm

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Wednesday 10th August
Open Jazz Mic Nights at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio
Jayson Reolon, Jonno Sweetman, Shane Cooper and Buddy Wells are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street; phone 021 426 2369
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Week of 26th July 2011

2011-07-25T17:07:00.008+02:00

These are the gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:

Tuesday 26thJuly
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

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Wednesday 27th July
Jason Reolon trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10 Phone 021 418 0624
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Thursday 28th July
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Lilley trio is at Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 7 to 10pm 021 418 0624
Mike Laatz and Keith Macfarlane play at the Leopard Lounge, 12 Apostles, from 6.00 to 9.00pm
Andrew Ford plays with Beverley Scott Brown, Sammy Webber, China van Rensberg at Pigalle, Greenpoint
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 29th July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Amanda Tiffin trio plays at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Finalists’ Concert of the Fine Music Radio and Pick n Pay 2011 Music Awards, jazz section. At the Baxter, 7.30 Entrance is free
Glenn Robertson Jazz Band (having just returned from their Australia trip)play at Kaleidoscope, Claremont. Phone 021-674 5761 to book.
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: TRC jazz quartet from 10pm to 1am
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.

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Saturday 30 July
Keith Macfarlane plays guitar at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.30 to 2.30pm
Mike Laatz plays sax at the wine sale happening at Getwine, 57 Harrington street, Cape Town, from 9.00am to 1.00pm

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Nomfundo Xaliuva Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Mojo Jazz 96 Station rd Observatory: Dan Shout trio from 8.00 to 11.00pm

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Sunday 31st July

Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30 weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Haydn Gardner, Jason Reolon, Ivan Bell and Wesley Rustin.
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 4.30 to 6.30, Dave Ledbetter and the Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay Harbour.
Mike Laatz plays at Mojo, Station road (off Lower Main rd) from 7.00 to 10.00pm
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Monday 1st August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 8 to 10.30: Mike Campbell Big Band plus Sandile Gontsana on vocals. 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 2nd August
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Dan Shout Quartet (D.S.Q) at Tagore's Observatory every Tuesday in August.
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Wednesday 3rd August
Start of Open Jazz Mic Nights at Grandwest, Jackson Hall with backing by Andrew Ford trio
Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624 Jason Reolon trio
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Week of 19 July 2011

2011-07-18T10:28:00.006+02:00

These are the gig's I've been told about for this week:

Tuesday 19th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

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Wednesday 20th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Amanda Tiffin trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Thursday 21st July
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Andrew Lilley trio is at Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
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Friday 22nd July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Mark Fransman trio plays at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but haven’t supplied details.
Dan Shout band plays at Mojo, 96 Station rd., Observatory from 7.00

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Saturday 23rd July

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Lee Gelderbloem trio with guest Dan Shout on sax: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Sunday 24th July

Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.00 to 2.00pm
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30 weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Ford, Bev Scott-Brown, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson.
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Jazz at the Nassau:
Tribute to Charles Mingus
Mike Rossi Saxophones
Darren English Trumpet
William Haubrich Trombone
Nicholas Williams Piano
Dave Ridgeway Bass
Gus Warden Drums

Richard Ceasar Guitar / Vocals
Ian Smith Trumpet
Gary Kriel Bass
Ivan Bell Drums
7-30pm Ticket price- R80-00
Booking- Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008

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Monday 25th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 7h30 - 10h30. 021 418 0624 Manouche Band and Limehouse Quartet (gypsy jazz)

Andrew Ford plays with Charlie Sommerfield and The Urge at Pigalle
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Tuesday 26th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

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Wednesday 27th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624 Jason Reolon trio
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Week of 11th July 2011

2011-07-11T17:49:00.005+02:00

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Tuesday 12th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

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Wednesday 13th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Jason Reolon trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Thursday 14th July
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Alvin Dyers trio is at Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but details not received yet.
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Friday 15th July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Mike Laatz plays at Trattoria Angelico, Kenilworth (near the level crossing), from 7.30 to 8.30
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Kaleidoscope, Main rd Claremont: Glen Robertson Band with Amanda Tiffin, Sandile Gontsana and Deborah Tanguy from 7.30
Melanie Scholtz quartet play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
The Kove, Camps Bay has live jazz, but details not received yet.

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Saturday 16th July

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Gavin Minter Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Sunday 17th July

Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.00 to 2.00pm
Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30 weather permitting.
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley trio with Sandile Gontsana on vocals
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
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Monday 18th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Melanie Scholtz sings with the Mike Campbell big band at Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 7h30 - 10h30. 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 19th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

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Wednesday 20th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Amanda Tifin trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Week of 5 July 2011

2011-07-04T13:28:00.007+02:00

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Tuesday 5th July
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
Frederick Noren quartet from Sweden play at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

Antonio Forcione is at Studio 7, Rhine rd Seapoint Phone 0877516539
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Wednesday 6th July
Frederick Noren quartet from Sweden play at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00

Kyle Shepherd, Shane Cooper on bass Buddy Wells on sax and Jonno Sweetman on drums are at Blakes, 189 Buitengracht Street from 8pm. 021 426 2369
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Thursday 7th July
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm

John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200

At Fugard Theatre, The Silent Revolution Winter Jazz Series : at 7.30, Emily Bruce Quartet with Andrew Lilley (piano), Charles Lazar (bass), Heinrich Goosen (drums) and special guest from Sweden Fredrik Norén on trumpet. At 21:00 Soweto Kinch, featuring Soweto Kinch (Sax) from the UK, Kesivan Naidoo (drums) Shane Cooper (double bass), Dave Ledbetter (guitar) and Bokani Dyer (piano).Phone 021 461 4554 for info; tickets R120 for both performances, book at Computicket

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Friday 8th July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

The Glenn Robertson Jazz Band with Deborah Tanguy are at Kaleidoscope in Claremont
CALL PETRO ON 021-674 5761 or 072 601 2848 DURING OFFICE HOURS TO BOOK

At Fugard Theatre, The Silent Revolution Winter Jazz Series: at 19:30 Melanie Scholtz band(Kesivan Naidoo (drums), Shane Cooper (double bass), Bokani Dyer (piano) and Mark Fransman (sax). At 21:00 Andreas Schaerer (vocals), Bänz Oester (double bass) from Switzerland and Mark Fransman (sax). Phone 021 461 4554 for info; tickets R120 for both performances, book at Computicket

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Saturday 9th July
From 11.30am to 2.30pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Emily Bruce Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

At Fugard Theatre, The Silent Revolution Winter Jazz Series: The Gavin Minter Septet 7:30 on Saturday 9 July, with Lee Thomson (Trumpet and Flugelhorn), Dan Shout (Alto Saxophone and Clarinet), Buddy Wells (Tenor Saxophone and Flute), Kevin Gibson (Drums), Andrew Lilley (Piano), Charles Lazar (Double Bass) and Gavin Minter (Vocals). The final performance of the weekend at 9:00 features Tina Schouw (vocals/guitar), Kevin Gibson (drums), Wesley Rustin (double bass), Lodi Paul Inga (guitar), Mark Fransman (piano/accordion/clarinet) and Gavin Minter (percussion).
Phone 021 461 4554 for info; tickets R120 for both performances, book at Computicket

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Sunday 10th July

Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Woodstock, from 11.00 to 2.00pm (yes, it's on again!)

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Zelda Benjamin and band
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.

Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00

Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

Kalahari Connection, Déborah Tanguy, Amanda Tiffin, Sandile Gontsana, Vuyo Sotashe, The Dynamics are at Swingers in Wetton from 5pm

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Monday 11th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Dixie Swingers with guest Ian Smith (trumpet and vocals) at Trinity 15 Bennett Street, Green Point, from 7h30 - 10h30. 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 12th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Frederick Noren Quintet (from Sweden): Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Wednesday 13th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Richard Caesar Trio: Trinity; 15 Bennet st Greenpoint

Jason Reolon trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369

Week of 4 July 2011

2011-07-04T13:28:00.000+02:00

Monday 4th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Jonny Cooper Big Band tribute to Glen Miller at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 5th July
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
Frederick Noren quartet from Sweden play at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Wednesday 6th July
Frederick Noren quartet from Sweden play at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman, Dan Shout and Wesley Rustinare at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street from 8pm. 021 426 2369
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Thursday 7th July
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm

John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200

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Friday 8th July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Saturday 9th July
From 11.30am to 2.30pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Emily Bruce Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Sunday 10th July

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Zelda Benjamin and band
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.

Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00

Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

Kalahari Connection, Déborah Tanguy, Amanda Tiffin, Sandile Gontsana, Vuyo Sotashe, The Dynamics are at Swingers in Wetton from 5pm

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Monday 11th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Jonny Cooper Big Band does a tribute to Glen Miller at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 12th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Frederick Noren Quintet (from Sweden): Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Wednesday 13th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Richard Caesar Trio: Trinity; 15 Bennet st Greenpoint

Jason Reolon trio: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369

Week of 27th June 2011

2011-06-27T17:54:00.011+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Monday 27th June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Mike Campbell’s Big Band plays latin jazz with Abigail Peterson and percussionist John Hassan at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 28th June
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187

Visiting guitar virtuoso Antonio Forcione plays at the Baxter; one night only
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Wednesday 29th June
Richard Caesar Trio plays at the Grill room, Trinity - 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman, Dan Shout and Wesley Rustinare at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street from 8pm. 021 426 2369
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Thursday 30th June
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm

John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200

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Friday 1st July
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Saturday 2nd july
From 11.30am to 2.30pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Richard Caesar Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Sunday 3rd July
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Sylvia Mdunyelwa and band
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.

Emily Bruce Trio are playing at the Mt Nelson Oasis restaurant from 12.00 to 3.00

Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

Velvet upon Tweed Boutique Theatre,5 Tweed Road Newlands, 6.00 for 6.30pm
Mike Laatz talks on jazz with selected recorded music, then live performance by Keith Macfarlane (guitar) and Mike Laatz (saxes) Bookings essential: Lainey:082 434 3489 or 021 685 5918

Due to demand, guitarist Antonio Forcione will be performing again at 7:30pm at CapeAngel guesthouse, no 3 Fig st, Fernwood, Newlands. Tickets are R120 pp. No booking required, just arrive with cash . They DO NOT have a credit card machine.

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Monday 4th July
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Jonny Cooper Big Band does a tribute to Glen Miller at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 5th July
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Frederick Noren Quintet (from Sweden): Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Wednesday 6th July
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Richard Caesar Trio: Trinity; 15 Bennet st Greenpoint

Frederick Noren Quintet (from Sweden): Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369

Week of 21st June 2011

2011-06-20T15:29:00.005+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Tuesday 21st June
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187

Glen Robertson Band and others play at the French Music Festival, The Grand, Granger Bay Road, Cape Town, from 6.00 to 11.30 Phone 021 425 0551

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Wednesday 22nd June
Bokani Dyer Trio plays at the Grill room, Trinity - 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369
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Thursday 23rd June
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200

Dan Shout plays sax at The Kove, Camps Bay
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Friday 24th June
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Jazz Forte (quartet) from 9pm at Dizzy's, 41 The Drive, Camps Bay, ph 438-2686. R20 cover charge. Warren Human vocals, Blake Hellaby piano, Cris Ilari bass & Dave Elliott drums.

Dan Shout plays at The Kove, Camps Bay

Natalie Rungan's album launch at Kaleidoscope Cafe; 85 Main Road; Claremont (Above Tin-Roof and Adult World) Entrance: R100 Bookings:021-674 5761 during office hours
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Saturday 25th June
From 11.30am to 2.30pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Amanda Tiffin Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Mike Laatz plays at Hartenberg Wine Estate from 6.30 to 9.30. Phone 021-8652541
to book.

CJ’s on the Square, Somerset West, from 7.00pm:
Vernon Varty (guitar & MC)
Eddie Kirkwood (keyboard)
Wesley Rustin (double bass)
Heinrich Goosen (drums)
Cecily Pepler (vocals)
Price: R165 pp (booking essential) (021) 852 8527

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Sunday 26th June
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Vocalist Graham Burton, backed by Andrew Ford, Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.

At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.

Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

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Monday 27th June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Mike Campbell’s Big Band does Latin Jazz with percussionist John Hassan at Trinity - 15 Bennett st., Green Point. from 8.00pm 021 418 0624

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Tuesday 28th June
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 29th June
World-renowned guitar virtuoso Antonio Forcione plays at the Baxter at 8.15pm. Book at Computicket.

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.
Richard Caesar Trio: Trinity; 15 Bennet st Greenpoint

Bokani Dyer Trio plays at Grill Room – Trinity -15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Reza Khota, Jonno Sweetman and band are at Blakes 189 Buitengracht Street
021 426 2369

Tuesday 14th June 2011

2011-06-13T18:09:00.010+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 14th June
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
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Wednesday 15th June
Andrew Lilley Trio plays at the Grill room, Trinity - 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00
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Thursday 16thJune
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Debi Parkinson plays sax, clarinet and flute at Chenin Restaurant, Old Cape Quarter from 7.00 to 9.30 Phone 021 425 2200

Dan Shout plays sax at The Kove, Camps Bay
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Friday 17th June
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Amanda Tiffin trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Melanie Scholtz, Wendy Oldfield and the Glen Robertson Jazz Band are at Kaleidoscope, Main Rd., Claremont.To book, phone Petro 021-674 5761 during office hours. R60PP.

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Saturday 18th June
From 11.30am to 2.30pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Tribute to Basil Moses at Barans, Greenmarket square from 4.00 to 8.00pm
Musicians are invited to bring instruments for a jam session in memory of Basil.
No cover charge.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Emily Bruce Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Sunday 19th June
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm

Debi Parkinson plays flute, sax and Clarinet at Dunes, Hout Bay from 9.30 to 12.30

Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Mark Ginsberg tenor saxophonist just arrived from Australia, backed by Andrew Ford, Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.

At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.

Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

Jazz at the Nassau, Nassau Centre, Groote Schuur High School...
First half:
Mark Ginsberg Saxophones
Dave Ledbetter Piano/Guitar/Keys
Shane Cooper Bass
Ronan Skillan Percussion
Kevin Gibson Drums

Second half:
Sandile Gontsana Vocals
Chad Zerf Vocals
Vuyo Sotashe Vocals
Andrew Ford Piano
Wesley Rustin Bass
Kevin Gibson Drums
Ticket price- R80-00
Booking- Cliff Wallis 021-761-2726 or 076-401 0008

Len Richey - sax, clarinet, flute and Eddie Kirkwood - piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680

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Tuesday 21st June
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 22ndt June
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands from 6.00 to 8.00.

Bokani Dyer Trio plays at Grill Room – Trinity -15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Week of 7th June 2011

2011-06-06T15:56:00.007+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Tuesday 7th June
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
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Wednesday 8June
Amanda Tiffin Trio plays at the Grill room, Trinity - 15 Bennett Street, Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands
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Thursday 9th June
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Debi plays sax at Chenin Restaurant, Cape Quarter 021 425 2200
Derk Blaisse piano, Chris and Louise, and Charlette Dickson play Cole porter songs at Cafe’ des Arts in Franschhoek from 7.00 Bookings 021 876 2952
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Friday 10 June
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

TRUDY RUSHIN, WAYNE BOSCH and Glenn Robertson Jazz Band will be performing
at Kaleidoscope Cafe; 85 Main Road; Claremont (Above the Tin-Roof and Adult World). The event starts at 7.30pm. cover charge R60pp Bookings: 0216745761 during office hours.

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Saturday 11th June
From 11.00am to 2.00pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Gavin Minter Quartet (including Charles Lazar, Kevin Gibson, Andrew Lilley): Grill Room - Trinity - 15 Bennett Street, Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30. 021 418 0624
Percussion concert at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium at 7.00pm Phone 021 9399105 for details

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Sunday 12 June
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Mark Ginsberg tenor saxophonist just arrived from Australia.Backed by Andrew Ford, Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.

At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 15h00 to 18h00 : afternoon of music at the Settlers High School Hall. Funds raised will be for the National Youth Jazz Festival in Grahamstown.Musicians include:
Camillo Lombard Collective
Keith Tabisher Ensemble
Donveno Prins
Delft Youth Academy
All Saints Gospel Band
Tabernacle Youth Choir
The Settlers School Jazz Band
Tracey Appollis Band
Belhar Music Collective
Tickets are R100, including snacks

Debi Parkinson plays sax at Dunes, Hout Bay, from 9.30 to 12.30

Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Andrew Ford-piano play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside from 6-8pm. Tel 021 7882680

Monday 13 June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Mike Campbell Big Band’s tribute to Count Basie : Function Room, Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. 021 418 0624
- 20h00 to 22h30 – R50
Mike’s big band will be performing at Trinity every Monday night.

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Tuesday 14 June
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 15st June
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands.
Andrew Lilley Trio plays at Grill Room – Trinity -15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Week of 6th June 2011

2011-06-06T15:56:00.000+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Monday 6th June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 7th June
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
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Wednesday 8June
Amanda Tiffin Trio plays at the Grill room, Trinity -15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands
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Thursday 9June
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Debi plays sax at Chenin Restaurant, Cape Quarter 021 425 2200
Derk Blaisse piano, Chris and Louise, and Charlette Dickson play Cole porter songs at Cafe’ des Arts in Franschhoek from 7.00 Bookings 021 876 2952
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Friday 10 June
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Andrew Ford trio play at the Grill room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

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Saturday 11th June
From 11.00am to 2.00pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Gavin Minter Quartet (including Charles Lazar, Kevin Gibson, Andrew Lilley): Grill Room - Trinity- 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Percussion concert at Hugo Lambrechts Auditorium at 7.00pm Phone 021 9399105 for details

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Sunday 12 June
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm
Brunch at Winchester Mansions: Mark Ginsberg tenor saxophonist just arrived from Australia
Backed by Andrew Ford, Wes Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky.

At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass.
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
From 15h00 to 18h00 : afternoon of music at the Settlers High School Hall. Funds raised will be for the National Youth Jazz Festival in Grahamstown.
Camillo Lombard Collective
Keith Tabisher Ensemble
Donveno Prins
Delft Youth Academy
All Saints Gospel Band
Tabernacle Youth Choir
The Settlers School Jazz Band
Tracey Appollis Band
Belhar Music Collective
Tickets are R100, including snacks

Monday 13 June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Mike Campbell Big Band’s tribute to Count Basie : Function Room, Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. 021 418 0624
- 20h00 to 22h30 – R50
Mike’s big band will be performing at Trinity every Monday night.

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Tuesday 14 June
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 15st June
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands.
Andrew Lilley Trio plays at Grill Room – Trinity -15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Monday 30th May

2011-05-30T10:29:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Monday 30 May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 31 May
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.
021 4330187
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Wednesday 1 June
Jason Reolon’s album launch concert: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Heinrich Goosen. Freeworld Design Centre Auditorium,The Cape Waters Building, 71 Waterkant Street. 8pm. Tickets R100 - Book at Computicket
Andrew Lilley Trio will be playing at the Grill room, Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands
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Thursday 2 June
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Debi plays sax at Chenin Restaurant, Cape Quarter 021 425 2200
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Friday 3 June
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Lee Gelderbloem Charles Lazar on double bass and Michael Horn on drums [Grill room - Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624
Ian Smith's Delft Big Band plays at Artscape

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Saturday 4 June
From 11.00am to 2.00pm Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Haydn Gardener Quartet: Grill Room - Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Ian Smith's Delft Big Band plays at Artscape

Jazz Forte quartet: Warren Human (vocals), Blake Hellaby (piano), Cris Ilari (bass) & Dave Elliott (drums). at 8pm at Limoncello restaurant, 8 Breda st, Gardens ph (021) 461-5100 (next to Gardens Centre). Book upstairs for a view of the band.

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Sunday 5 June
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm
Jason Reolon, Romy, Lee-anne Fortuin and Maurice Gawronsky are at Winchester Mansions for Sunday brunch
At Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
The Little Giants jazz showcase with Marcus Wyatt & guests:Swingers Jazz Club, Wetton, 6.00pm
Len Richey-sax, clarinet, flute and Jeremy Olivier (guitar/vocals) play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside. Tel 021 7882680 from 6 to 8pm.
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Monday 6 June
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Mike Campbell Big Band with Judith Sephuma : Function Room, Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. 021 418 0624
- 20h00 to 22h30 - [cover - R80 webticket or R100 at the door]
Mike’s big band will be performing at Trinity every Monday night, with various guest artists.

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Tuesday 7 June
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 8st June
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands.
Amanda Tiffin Trio plays at Grill Room - Trinity-15 Bennett Street. Green Point. from 19h30 - 22h30 021 418 0624

Tuesday 24 May

2011-05-23T08:40:00.009+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Tuesday 24 May
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

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Wednesday 25 May
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands
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Thursday 26 May
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 27 May
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
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Saturday 28 May
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm

Mike Laatz plays at the Saturday Soiree, Hartenberg Estate, Bottelary rd, from 6.00 to 8.00pm. R220pp includes a 3-course meal and a selection of top wines.
Phone 021-8652541 to book or make enquiries, or go to www.hartenbergestate.com
Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals

Bob Mowday's Big Band play at Sweet Valley Primary school, Bergvliet, from 7.30pm.
This is a fundraiser for Robin Richardson, helicopter pilot who was badly injured and needs help with his medical expenses. Tickets at the door: R50 adults and R30 children. For more information, phone Bob Mowday 021 7611418

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Sunday 29 May
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 11.00am to 2.00pm
Sandile, with Jason Reolon,Romy Brauteseth and Maurice Gawronsky are
at Winchester Mansions for Sunday brunch
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm (for the last time).
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
The Little Giants jazz showcase with Marcus Wyatt & guests:Swingers Jazz Club, Wetton, 6.00pm
Len Richey (sax, clarinet, flute) and Andrew Ford (piano) play at the Morituri Italian restaurant at The Old Bakery-Woolworths Centre, Main Road, Lakeside from 6 to 8pm. Tel 021 7882680 .

Voices of Cape Town, a jazz choral concert, will be held at the Artscape at 3.00pm

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Monday 30 May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 31 May
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Casa Nostra Italian restaurant, Regent rd, Sea Point. from 19h30
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal.(021 4330187)

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Wednesday 1st June
Jason Reolon Trio album launch concert: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Heinrich Goosen. Freeworld Design Centre Auditorium, The Cape Waters Building, 71 Waterkant Street. 8pm Tickets R100 - Book at Computicket
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands.

Tuesday 17th May 2011

2011-05-16T08:50:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Tuesday 17 May
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

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Wednesday 18May
Rob Drake plays at Barristers from 5.00 to 8.00pm
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Thursday 19 May
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

Big Band Jazz Festival, Baxter Concert Hall - 19.45:
KD Jazz Band (Johannesburg)
Bergvliet J2 | Pinelands Jazz Band | Rustenburg
Girls’ Jazz Band | Bergvliet High Jazz Band |
Bishops Jazz Band | Stellenbosch Youth Jazz Band

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Friday 20 May
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Dezi Ray with Glen Robertson Jazz Band at Kaleidoscope Cafe; 85 Main Road; Claremont 7.30pm R60pp
Big Band Jazz Festival Baxter Concert Hall - 19.45 :
Little Giants | Beau Soleil Music
Centre | Sans Souci Jazz Cats | Delft Big Band
Heathfield High Jazz Band | Rondebosch Boys’
High Jazz Band | UCT Big Band
The Cape Dutch Connection Trio are at La Petite Dauphine, Franschhoek from 7pm. They'll be playing ITALIAN ARIAS AND NAPOLITAN SONGS. For info and bookings call Marie Louise on 021 876 3936.

Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
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Saturday 21 May
Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
Big Band Jazz Festival Baxter Concert Hall - 19.45:
Wynberg Boys’ Jazz Band |
The S.A. College Junior School Jazz Band |
Westerford High Big Band | The S.A. College High
School Junior Jazz Band | Wynberg Girls’
Big Band | The S.A. College High School Senior
Jazz Band | Alumni Big Band

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Sunday 22 May
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Dixie Swingers are at Winchester Mansions for Sunday brunch
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

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Monday 23 May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 24 May
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.

Week of Tuesday 10th May 2011

2011-05-02T16:44:00.009+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 10 May
Casa Nostra, Regent Rd, Sea Point 021 4330187 from 7.30pm:
Adolf Thelen piano, Marino Tricarico bass, Lola Geiger vocal .
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.

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Wednesday 11 May
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00pm
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Thursday 12 May
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 13 May
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
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Saturday 14 May
Brio Restaurant: Brio Restaurant: Brio Trio...Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums with Abigail Bagley on vocals
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Sunday 15 May
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Moyo in Big Bay, from 1.15 to 3.30: Reza Khota on guitar, Jonno Sweetman on drums and Wesley Rustin on bass
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar, Maurice Gawronsky and Lee Gelderbloem.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

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Monday 16 May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
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Tuesday 17 May
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 18 May
Rob Drake plays at Barristers, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00pm

Week of 26 April 2011

2011-04-26T11:31:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 26 April
Green Dolphin: Hilton Schilder trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio (Lee, Mike Horne and Charles Lazar) plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
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Wednesday 27April
Mike Laatz is at Barristers, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Thursday 28 April
At 1.00pm, the three finalists in the FMR bursary awards jazz division will be judged at a free concert at the Baxter concert hall.
Trudy Rushin and friends are at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock from 8pm
Nomfunda Xaluva sings at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
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Friday 29 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mas que nada
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Saturday 30 April
Mike Laatz plays for Soiree evening at Hartenberg Estate from 6.30 to 8.30
Phone 021-8652541 for details
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: David Lilley trio. (This is the last night; Green Dolphin will be closing down).
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
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Sunday 1 May
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Soi Soi and band
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Open mike jazz from 7pm at Don Pedro’s, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
John Aron, Gordon Epstein and Glen Robertson Jazz Band play at the music, arts and culture event at Kaleidoscope,85 Main Rd. Claremont at 7.30. Tickets are R60

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Monday 2 May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
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Tuesday 3 May
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
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Wednesday 3 May
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00pm
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals

Week of Tuesday 19th April

2011-04-19T10:14:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 19 April
from 13h00-14h00 The Tribe of Benjamin Jazz Quartet” with Benjamin Jephta ( Bass Guitar), Marlon Witbooi ( Drums), Keenan Ahrends ( Guitar), Zeke le Grange (saxophone) and special guest vocalist Sandile Gotsana. Central Library, the Drill Hall, c/o Darling and Parade Streets
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio (Lee, Mike Horne and Charles Lazar) plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
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Wednesday 20April
from 16h30- 17h30 standards with Ryan Andrew Peters Jazz Band (vocals), Keenan Adamson (guitar) and Findile (Saxophone). Central Library, the Drill Hall, c/o Darling and Parade Streets
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Tete Mbambisa trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Thursday 21 April
15h15 – 17h00 The John Pama Primary School Brass Band. Also“Momentum” with Ted Faulkner (bass guitar) and Al van der Merwe (keyboard). Central Library, the Drill Hall, c/o Darling and Parade Streets
Len Richey sax, Gilbert Lang piano, Heinrich Goosen drums and Vernon Varty bass play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
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Friday 22 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hasanados
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Saturday 23 April
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Zelda Benjamin and Gary Hendrickse trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
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Sunday 24 April
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Monique Hellenberg accompanied by Andrew Lilley, Romy Brauteseth andMaurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Jeremy Olivier trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
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Monday 25 April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin:
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
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Tuesday 26 April
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
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Wednesday 27 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00pm
Green Dolphin: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals

Week of Tuesday 17th April

2011-04-12T09:20:00.008+02:00

GREEN DOLPHIN TO CLOSE
After more than 20 years of hosting jazz seven nights a week, the Green Dolphin at the V&A Waterfront has sadly announced that the venue will be closing at the end of April. We've been hearing rumours for some time, but it's now official.

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These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 12 April
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio (Lee, Mike Horne and Charles Lazar) plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
Elton and Marelyn play mellow music at Don Pedros in Roodeblom rd. Woodstock
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Wednesday 13 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8.00
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Thursday 14 April
Sylvia Mdunyelwa trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
Trudy Rushin and guests play at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd Woodstock.
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Friday 15 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glen Robertson Jazz Band plus Ebrahim Khalil Shihab (Chris Schilder) band play at Kaleidoscope, 2nd floor, 85 main rd Claremont, from 7.30pm. R60pp
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter Quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Saturday 16 April
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Tina Schouw quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
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Sunday 17 April
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Monique Hellenberg accompanied by Andrew Lilley, Romy Brauteseth andMaurice Gawronsky

Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
"Open mike" jazz from 7pm at Don Pedros, Roodeblom rd. Woodstock

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Monday 18 April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin:
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
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Tuesday 19 April
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
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Wednesday 20 April
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 5th April 2011

2011-04-04T19:12:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 5 April
Green Dolphin: Wayne Bosch trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio (Lee, Mike Horne and Wesley Rustin) plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
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Wednesday 6 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: George Werner trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Thursday 7 April
Emily Bruce trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
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Friday 8 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bobby Minter Quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Saturday 9 April
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin sings vocalese
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
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Sunday 10 April
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions:
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Goliath trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

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Monday 11 April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolontrio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
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Tuesday 12 April
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
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Wednesday 13 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 5th April 2011

2011-04-04T19:12:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Monday 4th April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

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Tuesday 5 April
Green Dolphin: Wayne Bosch trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio (Lee, Mike Horne and Wesley Rustin) plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
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Wednesday 6 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: George Werner trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Thursday 7 April
Emily Bruce trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
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Friday 8 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bobby Minter Quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
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Saturday 9 April
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin sings vocalese
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
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Sunday 10 April
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions:
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Goliath trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

....................
Monday 11 April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolontrio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 12 April
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 13 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 5th April 2011

2011-04-04T19:12:00.001+02:00

Week of Tuesday 5th April 2011

2011-04-04T19:12:00.000+02:00

Week of Tuesday 29 March

2011-03-28T07:56:00.006+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

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Tuesday 29 March
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
Lee Gelderbloem, Charles Lazar and Mike Horne jazz trio play at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 30 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 31 March
George Werner quartet plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 1 April
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mike Rossi Quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..............................

Saturday 2 April
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Alvin and Errol Dyers
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals

Classical and jazz concert at 14 Hope street Gardens at 7.00pm:
Elinor Speirs - Violin/Vocals
Theo Alkema - Piano
Keith Tabisher - Guitar
Valentino Europa - Bass
Frank Paco - Drums

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Sunday 3 April
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford, Maurice Gawronsky Wesley Rustin.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew ford trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

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Monday 4 April
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 5 April
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Wayne Bosch trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 6 April
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: George Werner trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of 22nd March 2011

2011-03-22T10:03:00.003+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
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Tuesday 22 March
Green Dolphin: Mike del Ferro trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 23 March
5pm Free concert at Greenmarket square, see Jazz Festival website for details (www.capetownjazzfest.com)
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mike del Ferro trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 24 March
George Vernick quartet plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm

Music, Arts and Culture evening at Kaleidoscope 85 Main Road, Claremont: various activities, plus GLENN ROBERTSON JAZZ BAND. R60pp.

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Friday 25 March
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Soi Soi Gqeza quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Cape Town International Jazz Festival: Details at www.capetownjazzfest.com
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Saturday 26 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Soi Soi Gqeza quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Cape Town Inrenational Jazz Festival: Details at www.capetownjazzfest.com

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Sunday 27 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm, and at Casa del Sol, Strand, from 3 to 7pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions:Amanda Tiffin, Dave Ledbetter, Dave Ridgeway and Maurice Gawronsky
Rob Drake plays at McNaughtons, Vodacom Village, Somerset West.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

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Monday 28 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 22 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mike Del Ferro trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 29 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 15th March 2011

2011-03-14T17:02:00.007+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 15 March
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 16 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Richard Caesar is at Jackson Hall, Grand West.
......................

Thursday 17 March
George Werner trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 18 March
SA College of Music at UCT:
Teacher training workshops from 3.00pm to 5.30pm
with Amanda Tiffin, Alistair Andrews & Bob Sinicrope

From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals

Richard Caesar is at Jackson Hall, Grand West.

Concert @ 8.15pm in the Chisholm Recital Room (C7) with Mike del Ferro (Holland), Ulrich Suesse (Germany), Carlo Mombelli, Mike Rossi, Sandile Gontsana, the Darren English Band, and some special guests ….
..........................

Saturday 19 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Cape Dutch connection play at Hartenberg Wine Estate from 5 to 8 (Jazz and Tapas Evening)
SA College of Music @ UCT

Workshops & performances by Mike del Ferro (Holland), Carlo Mombelli, Bob Sinicrope (USA), Monique Hellenberg, Mike Rossi, Mike Campbell, Heinrich Goosen, the Dan Shout Band, the Roses (Mamelodi), Eddie Backhouse and some special guests ….. from 9.30am to 5.00pm
Richard Caesar is at Jackson Hall, Grand West.

...................

Sunday 20 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-Anne Fortuin, Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky
Jazz in the Park concert at Maynardville:Amanda Tiffin, Tina Schouw, Dave Ledbetter, Sandile Gontsana and others. 2.30 to 5.30pm, Tickets R80 at Computicket.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
Jazz at the Nassau @ 7.30pm

Odd Meter Ensemble from Mamelodi led by Jesse Mogale
Milton Academy Jazz Ensemble from Boston
The SAJE Jazz Sextet featuring: Mike del Ferro (Holland) – piano
Bob Sinicrope (USA) – bass
Kesivan Naidoo (SA) – drums
John Baboian (USA) – guitar
Gordon Vernick (USA) – trumpet
Mike Rossi (USA/SA) – woodwinds

....................
Monday 21 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford, Bob Sinicrope and Maurice Gawronsky.
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 22 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mike Del Ferro trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 23 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mike del Ferro trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
Greenmarket Square; free concert at 5.30 (start of the Jazz festival)

Week of Tuesday 15th March 2011

2011-03-14T17:02:00.003+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 15 March
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 16 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 17 March
George Werner trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 18 March
SA College of Music at UCT:
Teacher training workshops from 3.00pm to 5.30pm
with Amanda Tiffin, Alistair Andrews & Bob Sinicrope

From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals

Concert @ 8.15pm in the Chisholm Recital Room (C7) with Mike del Ferro (Holland), Ulrich Suesse (Germany), Carlo Mombelli, Mike Rossi, Sandile Gontsana, the Darren English Band, and some special guests ….

Saturday 19 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Cape Dutch connection play at Hartenberg Wine Estate from 5 to 8 (Jazz and Tapas Evening)
SA College of Music @ UCT

Workshops & performances by Mike del Ferro (Holland), Carlo Mombelli, Bob Sinicrope (USA), Monique Hellenberg, Mike Rossi, Mike Campbell, Heinrich Goosen, the Dan Shout Band, the Roses (Mamelodi), Eddie Backhouse and some special guests ….. from 9.30am to 5.00pm

...................

Sunday 20 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-Anne Fortuin, Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky
Jazz in the Park concert at Maynardville:Amanda Tiffin, Tina Schouw, Dave Ledbetter, Sandile Gontsana and others. 2.30 to 5.30pm, Tickets R80 at Computicket.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
Jazz at the Nassau @ 7.30pm

Odd Meter Ensemble from Mamelodi led by Jesse Mogale
Milton Academy Jazz Ensemble from Boston
The SAJE Jazz Sextet featuring: Mike del Ferro (Holland) – piano
Bob Sinicrope (USA) – bass
Kesivan Naidoo (SA) – drums
John Baboian (USA) – guitar
Gordon Vernick (USA) – trumpet
Mike Rossi (USA/SA) – woodwinds

....................
Monday 21 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford, Bob Sinicrope and Maurice Gawronsky.
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 22 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mike Del Ferro trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 23 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mike del Ferro trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 15th March 2011

2011-03-14T17:02:00.001+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 15 March
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 16 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 17 March
George Werner trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 18 March
SA College of Music at UCT:
Teacher training workshops from 3.00pm to 5.30pm
with Amanda Tiffin, Alistair Andrews & Bob Sinicrope

From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 7 pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals

Concert @ 8.15pm in the Chisholm Recital Room (C7) with Mike del Ferro (Holland), Ulrich Suesse (Germany), Carlo Mombelli, Mike Rossi, Sandile Gontsana, the Darren English Band, and some special guests ….

Saturday 19 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Cape Dutch connection play at Hartenberg Wine Estate from 5 to 8 (Jazz and Tapas Evening)
SA College of Music @ UCT

Workshops & performances by Mike del Ferro (Holland), Carlo Mombelli, Bob Sinicrope (USA), Monique Hellenberg, Mike Rossi, Mike Campbell, Heinrich Goosen, the Dan Shout Band, the Roses (Mamelodi), Eddie Backhouse and some special guests ….. from 9.30am to 5.00pm

...................

Sunday 20 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Lee-Anne Fortuin, Jason Reolon, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky
Jazz in the Park concert at Maynardville:Amanda Tiffin, Tina Schouw, Dave Ledbetter, Sandile Gontsana and others. 2.30 to 5.30pm, Tickets R80 at Computicket.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
Jazz at the Nassau @ 7.30pm

Odd Meter Ensemble from Mamelodi led by Jesse Mogale
Milton Academy Jazz Ensemble from Boston
The SAJE Jazz Sextet featuring: Mike del Ferro (Holland) – piano
Bob Sinicrope (USA) – bass
Kesivan Naidoo (SA) – drums
John Baboian (USA) – guitar
Gordon Vernick (USA) – trumpet
Mike Rossi (USA/SA) – woodwinds

....................
Monday 21 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford, Bob Sinicrope and Maurice Gawronsky.
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 22 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mike Del Ferro trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 23 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mike del Ferro trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of 8th March 2011

2011-03-08T10:29:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 8 March
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 9 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm with
guest artist Erika Lundi (vocals)
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Doc’s Big Band (Germany) play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront, from 5 to 7pm (admission is free)
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals

......................

Thursday 10 March
Amanda Tiffin trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 11 March
Gerald Clarke Blues Band play at McNaughtons, Vodacom Golf Village, Somerset West from about 7.00pm
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 6pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Doc’s Big Band from Germany play at West End Club (admission free) 9 to 11pm
..................
Saturday 12 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Doc’s Big Band (Germany) play from 5.30 to 8.00pm at Afrikaans Taal Monument, Paarl. Admission is free.
...................

Sunday 13 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Graham Burton, Wesley Rustin, Andrew Lilley and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
“Just the two of us” play at McNaughtons, Vodacom Golf Village, Somerset West from 3 to 6pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

....................
Monday 14 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 15 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday16 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of 8th March 2011

2011-03-08T10:29:00.000+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 8 March
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 9 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm with
guest artist Erika Lundi (vocals)
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Doc’s Big Band (Germany) play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront, from 5 to 7pm (admission is free)
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Joe Scaffers and the Rendezvous band are at the Chili Bar, Victoria road, Southfield, from 8 to 12
Open mic from 5 to 8pm at Knead, Palmyra Junctcion, 9 Palmyra road

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Thursday 10 March
Amanda Tiffin trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 11 March
Gerald Clarke Blues Band play at McNaughtons, Vodacom Golf Village, Somerset West from about 7.00pm
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 6pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Doc’s Big Band from Germany play at West End Club (admission free) 9 to 11pm
..................
Saturday 12 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quintet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
Doc’s Big Band (Germany) play from 5.30 to 8.00pm at Afrikaans Taal Monument, Paarl. Admission is free.
...................

Sunday 13 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Graham Burton, Wesley Rustin, Andrew Lilley and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
“Just the two of us” play at McNaughtons, Vodacom Golf Village, Somerset West from 3 to 6pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Richard Caesar trio plus guests play at Knead, Palmyra Junction, from 1.00 to 3.00pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30

....................
Monday 14 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 15 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday16 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 1 March

2011-03-03T18:54:00.002+02:00

There's a big band from Germany in town, called Doc's Big Band. I've heard good things about them, so take note and try to get there.

The Cape Town Jazz Festival will be happening soon...there's a link to their website on the bottom of this page.

Here are the jazz gigs I know about for the next ten days:
....................................
Tuesday 1 March
Green Dolphin: Dave Ledbetter trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 2 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Joe Scaffers and the Rendezvous band are at the Chili Bar, Victoria road, Southfield, from 8 to 12
Open mic from 5 to 8pm at Knead, Palmyra Junctcion, 9 Palmyra road
......................

Thursday 3 March
Andrew Ford trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 4 March
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 6pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Wayne Bosch quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday 5 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce quartet
Doc’s Big Band play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront from 7 to 9pm
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday 6 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Knead at Palmyra Junction: Richard Caesar trio from 1.00 to 3.00
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: The Dixie Swingers
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Ford trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
Doc’s Big Band plays from 2.00 to 4.00pm at Mzoli’s in Gugulethu

....................
Monday 7 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 8 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 9 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm with guest singer Erika Lundi.
Green Dolphin: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
From 5 to 7pm, Doc’s Big Band plays at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront

Week of 22 Feb 2011

2011-02-22T09:36:00.005+02:00

There's a big band from Germany in town, called Doc's Big Band. I've heard good things about them, so take note and try to get there.

The Cape Town Jazz Festival will be happening soon...there's a link to their website on the bottom of this page.

Here are the jazz gigs I know about for the next ten days:
....................................
Tuesday 1 March
Green Dolphin: Dave Ledbetter trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 2 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
Joe Scaffers and the Rendezvous band are at the Chili Bar, Victoria road, Southfield, from 8 to 12
Open mic from 5 to 8pm at Knead, Palmyra Junctcion, 9 Palmyra road
......................

Thursday 3 March
Andrew Ford trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 4 March
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 6pm, Mike Laatz plays sax at Bread Cafe’, The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Wayne Bosch quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday 5 March
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce quartet
Doc’s Big Band play at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront from 7 to 9pm
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday 6 March
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: The Dixie Swingers
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Ford trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.
Asoka, Kloof street: Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Lee Thompson play from 8.30 to 10.30
Doc’s Big Band plays from 2.00 to 4.00pm at Mzoli’s in Gugulethu

....................
Monday 7 March
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 8 March
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 9 March
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Bokani Dyer trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
From 5 to 7pm, Doc’s Big Band plays at the Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront

Week of 15th Feb 2011

2011-02-15T11:43:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday15 Feb
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street from 9 to 11.
The Lee Gelderbloem jazz trio plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 16Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm with
guest artist Michele la Trobe on sax
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Richard Caesar trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 17 Feb
Dave Ledbetter trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar, Adderley street.
Rob Drake plays at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Village from 7.00 to 9.30pm
..........................
Friday 18 Feb
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
From 4 to 6pm, Lynne Paulsen sings and plays keyboards at Bread, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday19 Feb
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday20 Feb
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) 250 Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Ford trio with Gavin Minter
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm
Zami and the Dudes play Afro jazz at Amadoda, Spring street Woodstock.

....................
Monday 21 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
La Petite Dauphone, Franschhoek: Cape Dutch Connection with Charlette Dickson on vocals
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 22 Feb
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 23 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Guest artist Graham Burton (vocals)
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of 8th Feb 2011

2011-02-08T17:20:00.004+02:00

Week of Tuesday 8th Feb 2011
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday8 Feb
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 9Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Reza Khota trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 10 Feb
Reza Khota trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar
..........................
Friday 11 Feb
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Manouche
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday12 Feb
Cape Dutch Connection: Hartenberg Estate
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Abigail Petersen quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday13 Feb
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Soi Soi and her band
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem trio
Zami and the Dudes play African jazz at Amadoda, Spring street, Woodstock.
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

....................
Monday 14 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barristers, Newlands, for Valentine day supper.
David Elliott's Jazz Forte play at Polana in Kalk bay from 8.30; jazz standards followed by some smooth jazz. Ph 788-4133 to book.
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Emily Bruce trio
La Petite Dauphone, Franschhoek: Cape Dutch Connection with Charlette Dickson on vocals
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 15 Feb
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Mogens Nielsen trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday16 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Tuesday 1st February 2011

2011-02-01T11:44:00.001+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I know about for the next ten days:

Tuesday 1 Feb
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar in Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday 2 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm, with guest singer Erika Lundi.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Richard Caesar trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 3 Feb
Dave Ledbetter trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar
..........................
Friday 4 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at the Bromwell, Albert road, Woodstock, from 4 to 6pm
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers band play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Monique Hellenberg Quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday 5 Feb
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mro Fox Quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday 6 Feb
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Gary Hendrikse trio with Zelda Benjamin
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm
Jazz at the Nassau (Groote Schuur High School): First half UCT Jazz voices withAmanda Tiffin, Shaun Johannes and Heinrich Goosen, second half Herman Bakker trio. Phone Cliff Wallius 076 401 0008 for bookings.
Derek Hutton presents his one-man show “The days of wine and razors” at the opening of the new supper club at Barrister’s at 7.00. It’s going to be packed, so book early. Phone 021 671 7907

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Monday 7 Feb
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Wayne Bosch trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 8 Feb
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar, Adderley street
........................................................
Wednesday 9 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Reza Khota trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Update Tuesday 25th January 2011

2011-01-25T10:35:00.005+02:00

Here are the gigs I've been told about for the next ten days:

Tuesday 25Jan
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
Lee Gelderbloem, Mike Horne and Charles Lazar plays at BRIO Restaurant & Bar, Adderley street.
...................

Wednesday26Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Esther Williams Quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 27 Jan
Melanie Scholtz trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar
..........................
Friday 28 Jan
From 4pm, Alvin Dyers, Charles Lazar and Kevin Gibson play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem Quartet
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday 29 Jan
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem Quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday 30 Jan
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Sylvia Mdunyelwa band
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: TBA
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

....................
Monday 31 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: TBA
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 1 Feb
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: TBA
........................................................
Wednesday 2 Feb
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm, with guest vocalist Erika Lundi
Green Dolphin: TBA
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 18th Jan 2010

2011-01-18T10:09:00.003+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................

Tuesday 18 Jan
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar.
...................

Wednesday19 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Esther Williams Trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
......................

Thursday 20 Jan
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Charles Summerfield plays at Brio Restaurant and bar
..........................
Friday 21 Jan
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanados
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Abigail Bagley vocals
..................
Saturday 22 Jan
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanados
Phone 021 7945 132 for bookings
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghere vocals
...................

Sunday 23 Jan
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Ford, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky featuring Lee Gelderbloem on vocals
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
George Werner/Errol Dyers play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

....................
Monday 24 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon Trio
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals
.........................................
Tuesday 25 Jan
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 26 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Esther Williams quartet
Brio Restaurant: Frank Cuddemby piano, Mike Krwaga bass, Randall Cyster drums
Robyn Berghege vocals

Week of Tuesday 18th Jan 2010

2011-01-18T10:09:00.000+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 18 Jan
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar.
...................

Wednesday19 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Esther Williams Trio
........................

Thursday 20 Jan
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

..........................
Friday 21 Jan
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanados
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
..................
Saturday 22 Jan
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanados
Mike Laatz plays at Contantia Nek Restaurant from 7.30
Phone 021 7945 132 for bookings
...................

Sunday 23 Jan
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Ford, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky featuring Lee Gelderbloem on vocals
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
George Werner/Errol Dyers play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

....................
Monday 24 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 25 Jan
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 26 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Esther Williams quartet

Tuesday 11th January 2010

2011-01-11T10:09:00.001+02:00

These are the gigs I've been told about for the next ten days:

Tuesday 11 Jan
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives are at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar.
...................

Wednesday12 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: James Scofield Trio
........................

Thursday 13 Jan
George Werner/ Errol Dyers quartet play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

..........................
Friday 14 Jan
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sylvia Mdulyelwa quartet
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
..................
Saturday 15 Jan
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sylvia Mdulyelwa quartet
...................

Sunday 16 Jan
Mike Laatz plays saxes at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky featuring Sandile on vocals
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Gorm Espen trio play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

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Monday 17 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 18 Jan
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley trio
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Wednesday 19 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Esther Williams quartet

Tuesday 4th Jan 2011

2011-01-04T10:14:00.001+02:00

Week of Tuesday 4th Jan 2011
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 4 Jan
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO plays at BRIO restaurant & Bar.
...................

Wednesday 5 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: James Scofield Trio
........................

Thursday 6 Jan
Jaco Maria and Mark Goliath trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 7 Jan
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Natasha Roth quartet
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
..................
Saturday 8 Jan
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Natasha Roth quartet
...................

Sunday 9 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Natasha Roth, James Scofield, Shaun Johannes and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Graham Burton and band at the pool bar, Vineyard 7 to 10pm

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Monday 10 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 11 Jan
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers Trio
........................................................
Wednesday 12 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: James Schofield trio

Tuesday 4th Jan 2011

2011-01-04T10:14:00.000+02:00

Tuesday 28th December 2010

2010-12-28T10:06:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 28 Dec
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO play at BRIO restaurant & Bar,
from 7h30pm-1030pm. (LEE on piano and Vocals, MIKE HORNE on drums, and
CHARLES LAZAR on double bass).
...................

Wednesday 29 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gorm Espen Trio
........................

Thursday 30Dec
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 31 Dec
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Richard Caesar band
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Graham Burton/Mike Laatz/ Maurice Gawronsky/Keith Macfarlane at the Commodore
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Saturday 1 Jan
Jazz brunch at Winchester mansions: Alvin Dyers, Alistair Andrews, Danelle de Vries and Maurice Gawronsky
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Soi Soi Gqeza quartet
Graham Burton/Mike Laatz and band at the Vineyard 7 to 10pm
...................

Sunday 2 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Bread Cafe’ (The Bromwell) Albert rd Woodstock, from 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Derek Hutton, Gary Kriel, Willy van Zyl and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Mark Fransman trio play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00

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Monday 3 Jan
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 4 Jan
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Lilley Trio
........................................................
Wednesday 5 Jan
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: James Schofield trio

Tuesday 21st December 2010

2010-12-21T09:39:00.000+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 21 Dec
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO will be playing at BRIO restaurant & Bar,
from 7h30pm-1030pm. LEE on piano and Vocals, MIKE HORNE on drums, and
CHARLES LAZAR on double bass.
...................

Wednesday 22 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman Trio
........................

Thursday 23 Dec
Jaco Maria and Mark Goliath trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 24 Dec
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Graham Burton band
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
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Saturday 25 Dec
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Alvin Dyers trio
Graham Burton/Mike Laatz and band at the Vineyard 7 to 10pm
...................

Sunday 26 Dec
Bread cafe’ closed
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: George Werner and Errol Dyers trio
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4.30 to 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00

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Monday 27 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Gary Hedrickse Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 28 Dec
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers Trio
........................................................
Wednesday 29 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Gorm Espen trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Tuesday 14 Dec 2010:

2010-12-14T21:14:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 14 Dec
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO will be playing at BRIO restaurant & Bar,
from 7h30pm-1030pm. LEE on piano and Vocals, MIKE HORNE on drums, and
CHARLES LAZAR on double bass.
...................

Wednesday 15 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gorm Espen Trio
Muirhead Quartet CD launch at Club Voom Voom, cor. Loop and Hout sts. At 9pm
........................

Thursday 16 Dec
Dave Ledbetter Trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 17 Dec
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Soi Soi Gqeza quartet
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Connoly Big Band play at Constantia Bowling Club; R50 pp. Details: 074 748 7291 – Rodrick Connolly
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Saturday 18 Dec
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Soi Soi Gqeza quartet
Pianist Kyle Shepherd will play a solo piano concert at 8pm at the UCT College of Music, Rondebosch, Cape Town.
...................

Sunday 19 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 10am to1.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford, Charles Lazar and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Mark Goliath trio play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00

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Monday 20 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Gary Hedrickse Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 21 Dec
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar Trio
........................................................
Wednesday 22 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Monday 6th December 2010

2010-11-30T16:04:00.013+02:00

Week of Monday 6th Dec 2010:
(A day early this week because I'll be out of town)

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:

Monday 6 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Realon Trio
....................................
Tuesday 7Dec
Green Dolphin: Lee-Anne Fortuin + Alvin Dyers Trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
The LEE GELDERBLOEM JAZZ TRIO will be playing at BRIO restaurant & Bar,
from 7h30pm-1030pm. LEE on piano and Vocals, MIKE HORNE on drums, and
CHARLES LAZAR on double bass.
...................

Wednesday 8 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley Trio
........................

Thursday 9 Dec
Andrew Lilley Trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm

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Friday 10 Dec
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner on vocals and guitar.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassan'adas
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Zoot Suits are playing at Quay four from 4-7
Shannon Mowday and "Mote" will be at the Artscape at 7.00pm: tickets from Artscape box-office or at the door

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Saturday 11 Dec
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassan'adas
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Sunday 12 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 10am to1.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Jason Reolon, Dave Ridgeway, Abigail Petersen and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Hassan'ados play at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
........................................

Monday 13 Dec
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Realon Trio
.........................................
Tuesday 14 Dec
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caeser Trio
........................................................
Wednesday 15 Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Gorm Espen
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Tuesday 23rd November 2010

2010-11-23T10:27:00.004+02:00

Week of Tuesday 23rd Nov 2010:
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 23 Nov
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................

Wednesday 24 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket
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Thursday 25 Nov
Andrew Lilley trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

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Friday 26 Nov
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner on vocals and guitar.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson band and Connolly Big Band will be at Kaleidoscope, Claremont from 7.30. Tickets are R60
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter Quartet
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

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Saturday 27 Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin’s Brazilian Love Affair
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

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Sunday 28 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 10am to 1.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar, China and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Gary Hendrickse trio plays at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

....................
Monday 29 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio trio
.........................................
Tuesday 30 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 1st Dec
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Tuesday 23rd November 2010

2010-11-23T10:27:00.000+02:00

Week of Tuesday 23rd Nov 2010:
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 23 Nov
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................

Wednesday 24 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket
........................

Thursday 25 Nov
Andrew Lilley trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

..........................
Friday 26 Nov
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner on vocals and guitar.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Glenn Robertson band and Connolly Big Band will be at Kaleidoscope, Claremont from 7.30. Tickets are R60
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter Quartet
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

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Saturday 27 Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin’s Brazilian Love Affair
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

...................

Sunday 28 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar, China and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Gary Hendrickse trio plays at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Weather permitting, The Riverboat Jazz Band plays at Ferryman’s at the V&A Waterfront. From 6.00 to 9.00
Antonio Forcione, Tony Cox and Saudiq Khan play at Olympia Bakery, Kalk Bay from Wednesday to Sunday this week...book at Computicket

....................
Monday 29 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio trio
.........................................
Tuesday 30 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 24 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.30 to 8.30pm
Green Dolphin: to be announced
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Tuesday 16th November 2010

2010-11-17T08:15:00.004+02:00

Week of Tuesday 16th Nov 2010:
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 16 Nov
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................

Wednesday 17 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8pm
Keith Macfarlane and Lucrecia are at Deli Delish in Hout Bay.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year
........................

Thursday 18 Nov
Andrew Lilley trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
..........................
Friday 19 Nov
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfundo Xaluva
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine

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Saturday 20Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfundo Xaluva
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
...................

Sunday 21 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Amanda Tiffin, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Jason Reolon trio plays at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
....................
Monday 22 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
.........................................
Tuesday 23 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 24 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of Tuesday 16th November 2010

2010-11-17T08:15:00.000+02:00

Week of Tuesday 16th Nov 2010:
These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
....................................
Tuesday 16 Nov
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................

Wednesday 17 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year
........................

Thursday 18 Nov
Andrew Lilley trio plays at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
..........................
Friday 19 Nov
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfundo Xaluva
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine

..................
Saturday 20Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfundo Xaluva
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
...................

Sunday 21 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Amanda Tiffin, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Maurice Gawronsky
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Jason Reolon trio plays at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
....................
Monday 22 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
.........................................
Tuesday 23 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
........................................................
Wednesday 24 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barrister’s, Newlands, from 6.00 to 8pm
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of 9th November 2010

2010-11-09T16:39:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
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Tuesday 9 Nov
Green Dolphin: Fundraiser for Basil Moses: dozens of Cape Town’s top musicians will be performing. R50 at the door goes straight to Basil’s fund.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 10 Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem trio
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year........................

Thursday 11 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at Barristers, Newlands, from 6 to 8pm
Lee Gelderbloem trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 12Nov
Sundowners at Bread Cafe’, Bromwell, 250 Albert rd Woodstock from 4-7pm with Ashton Gardner.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce Quartet
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine

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Saturday 13Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce Quartet
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
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Sunday 14 Nov
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 10am to 1.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: The Dixie Swingers
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
Gary Hendrickse trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
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Monday 15 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
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Tuesday 16 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
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Wednesday 17Nov
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Week of 2nd November 2010

2010-11-02T10:33:00.011+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next 10 days:
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Tuesday 2 Nov
Green Dolphin: Richard Ceaser Trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 3 Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Private function
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session with James Kibby and guests
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year
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Thursday 4 Nov
Mike Laatz plays sax at Barristers, Newlands, from 6 to 8pm
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 5 Nov
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Ashton Gardner plays at Bread Cafe', the Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock from 4 to 7pm
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine

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Saturday 6 Nov
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
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Sunday 7 Nov
Mike Laatz plays sax at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, 250 Albert rd. Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Melanie Scholtz, Andrew Ford, Dave Ridgeway and Morris Gawronsky.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
George Werner trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Riverboat Jazz Band play at Ferrymans, V&A Waterfront, from 6 to 9pm, weather permitting.
Jazz upon Tweed at Velvet upon Tweed Boutique Theatre,5 Tweed Road Newlands from 6pm: recorded jazz (CD and DVD) and a performance by guitar maestro Keith Macfarlane Phone 021 6855918 or 082 4343489 to book. R25 pp

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Monday 8 Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin
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Tuesday 9 Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Fundraiser for Basil Moses; lots and lots of Cape Town’s top musicians
R50 entrance fee
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Wednesday 10 Nov
Green Dolphin: Lee Gelderbloem trio
Club Joy, Kizmet Plaza, Athlone: from 7.30 Jazz DVDs and jam session

Tuesday 26th October

2010-10-26T15:49:00.003+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:
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Tuesday 26th October
Green Dolphin: Valencia Ferlito trio featuring Mlangisi Gegana
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 27th October
Mike Laatz plays at the Mount Nelson Ballroom: fundraising dinner for Blomvlei School library. R250 pp Phone Bronwen 079 8992294 for details.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Valencia Ferlito trio featuring Mlangisi Gegana
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year........................

Thursday 28th October
Andrew Lilley trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russell is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 29th October
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Misaveni Trio
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Rob Drake plays at Manuka, Steenberg, from 6 to 9pm
Cape Dutch Connection play at Col'Caccio Pizzeria, 66 Huguenot st., Franschhoek from 5.30 to 8.30. R140 per couple includes a bottle of wine

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Saturday 30 October.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Misaveni trio
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
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Sunday 31st October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Zelda Benjamin, Derek Hutton, Basil Moses and Morris Gawronsky.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
George Werner trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Jazz at the Nassau: Ladies in Jazz...Lisa Bauer, Monique Hellenberg and others do the first half, then Andrew Ford trio with Erika Lundi second half. To book, phone Cliff 076 401 0008
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Monday 1st Nov
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford
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Tuesday 2nd Nov
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
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Wednesday 3rd Nov
Green Dolphin: closed for private function

Tuesday 19th October 2010

2010-10-19T16:30:00.005+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:
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Tuesday 19th October
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................
Wednesday 20th October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
Lucrecia Rodrigues and Keith Macfarlane play at Delish in Hout Bay, for the October Chef Challenge: R180per person for a six-course meal.
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Thursday 21st October
David Lilley trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russel is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 22nd October
From 5 to 7.30pm, TAPAS AND JAZZ at Bistro 1682, Steenberg Estate, with Mike Laatz and Eddie Kirkwood.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Rus Nerwich quartet with Lucas Kytnar on bass
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30

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Saturday 23rd October
From 1.00pm, the Evergreen Band with Erika Lundi will be at SASNEV (formerly Huis der Nederlanden) 4 Central Square Pinelands. At 2.30pm, Les Javan will take over, followed by amale choir called "The Red Dazzlers" At 4pm, the Mike del Ferro trio will finish the programme.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Rus Nerwich quartet with Lucas Kytnar on bass
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 8 to 11.30
Alou April is at the Rainbow Room
Pepe dos Santos is at the Villa Pasqual theatre
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Sunday 24th October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Full English breakfast and coffee for R50
Sebastian Ensemble are at Constantia Nek from 1 to 3pm
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Monique Hellenberg, Wesley Rustin and Morris Gawronsky.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing play at Polana, Kalk Bay, from 4 to 6pm
George Werner trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
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Monday 25th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
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Tuesday 26th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Valencio Ferlito trio with Mlungisi Gegana
........................................................
Wednesday 27th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Valencio Ferlito trio with Mlungisi Gegana

Cape Town Jazz gigs 12th October 2010

2010-10-12T10:40:00.004+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:
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Tuesday 12th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Soulbird album launch at Alliance Francais: R60 entrance fee
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Wednesday 13th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Alvin Dyers trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
Guitarist Nir Hemelin plays at Romney Park Hotel, Seapoint.
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Thursday 14th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Alvin Dyers trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russel is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
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Friday 15th October
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanadas
Nir Hemelin plays at Romney Hotel, Seapoint

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Saturday 16th October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanadas
Airborne (featuring Melanie Scholtz) are having their CD launch at the Rainbow Room
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Sunday 17th October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.

Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Sandile, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Morris Gawronsky.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
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Monday 18th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
.........................................
Tuesday 19th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
........................................................
Wednesday 20th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio

Cape Town Jazz gigs 12th October 2010

2010-10-12T10:40:00.000+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:
....................................
Tuesday 12th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Soulbird album launch at Alliance Francais: R60 entrance fee
...................
Wednesday 13th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Alvin Dyers trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
Guitarist Nir Hemelin plays at Romney Park Hotel, Seapoint.
.......................
Thursday 14th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Alvin Dyers trio play at Green Dolphin
John Russel is at Cru Cafe’ Cape Quarter extension from 6 to 9pm
..........................
Friday 15th October
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanadas
Nir Hemelin plays at Romney Hotel, Seapoint

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Saturday 16th October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassanadas
Airborne (featuring Melanie Scholtz) are having their CD launch at the Rainbow Room
...................
Sunday 17th October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.

Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Sandile, Jason Reolon, Wesley Rustin and Morris Gawronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
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Monday 18th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Amanda Tiffin trio
.........................................
Tuesday 19th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
........................................................
Wednesday 20th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio

Tues 5th October

2010-10-05T15:37:00.003+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about for the next week or so:
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Tuesday 5th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 6th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
.......................
Thursday 7th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
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Friday 8th October
Friday at 7pm at Velvet upon Tweed Boutique Theatre, 5 Tweed rd Newlands: wine tasting, showcasing the wines of Belfield and Highlands Road Wineries, with jazz by Mike Laatz. Bookings:phone Lainey 082 434 3489 Soup, breads, cheeses and wine tasting: R60 per person.
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio

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Saturday 9th October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
Andrew Young is at the Rainbow Room
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Sunday 10th October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.

Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Soi Soi, George Werner, Spencer Mbadu and Morris Gawronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
George Werner trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
Tutu Puoane is at the Rainbow room.
Manouche Gypsy Jazz Band play Django Reinhardt-style jazz at Villa Pascale theatre.
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Monday 11th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
.........................................
Tuesday 12th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
........................................................
Wednesday 13th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio

5th October; what's on this week

2010-10-05T15:30:00.002+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I've been told about that are happening in and around Cape Town:
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Tuesday 28th September
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Emily Bruce trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 29th Sept
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
.......................
Thursday 30th Sept
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Bokani Dyer trio play at Green Dolphin
..........................
Friday 1st October
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
..................
Saturday 2nd October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
...................
Sunday 3rd October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.

From 6.00pm, Clive Swigellar presents a programme of jazz on video and audio, followed by a live performance by Mike Laatz and Lainey Boonzaaier. This will be at the Velvet Upon Tweed Boutique Theatre, 5 Tweed rd., Newlands. Bring drinks and snacks; R25 per person. Phone 021 6855918 to book

Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Alvin Dyers, Erika Lundi, Alistair Andrews and Morris Gavronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
....................
Monday 4th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
.........................................
Tuesday 5th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
........................................................
Wednesday 6th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio

Tuesday 28th September: Jazz in Cape Town this week

2010-09-28T10:59:00.004+02:00

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Tuesday 28th September
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Emily Bruce trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
...................
Wednesday 29th Sept
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
.......................
Thursday 30th Sept
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Bokani Dyer trio play at Green Dolphin
..........................
Friday 1st October
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
..................
Saturday 2nd October
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio
...................
Sunday 3rd October
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.

From 6.00pm, Clive Swigellar presents a programme of jazz on video and audio, followed by a live performance by Mike Laatz and Lainey Boonzaaier. This will be at the Velvet Upon Tweed Boutique Theatre, 5 Tweed rd., Newlands. Bring drinks and snacks; R25 per person. Phone 021 6855918 to book

Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Alvin Dyers, Erika Lundi, Alistair Andrews and Morris Gavronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
....................
Monday 4th October
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
.........................................
Tuesday 5th October
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
........................................................
Wednesday 6th October
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Mark Fransman trio

Tuesday 21st September: Jazz gigs in Cape Town this week

2010-09-21T16:09:00.006+02:00

Tuesday 21st September
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 22nd Sept
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nicholas Williams trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.
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Thursday 23rd Sept
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Mark Fransman trio play at Green Dolphin
Heritage Day Concert at the Baxter from 8.15: Gloria Bosman, Feya Faku, Duke Ngcukana, Errol dyers and others.Tickets R80
Monique Hellenburg is at the Upper Eastside Hotel in Woodstock from 6.00 to 8.00
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Friday 24th Sept
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
From 9pm, Gary Thomas plays at Speedway Cafe 105, Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek Terrage, Gardens.
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Saturday 25th September
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Dave Ledbetter trio
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Sunday 26th Sept
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley, Denay Willie, Charles Lazar and Morris Gavronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Monique Hellenberg, Buddy Wells and Wayne Bosch are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Nicholas Williams trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith.
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Monday 27th Sept
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
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Tuesday 28th September
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Emily Bruce trio
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Wednesday 29 September
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Emily Bruce trio

14th September 2010 Jazz Gigs in Cape Town

2010-08-31T15:55:00.007+02:00

Tuesday 14thSeptember
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 15 Sept
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Alvin Dyers trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
The “Open Mic” voice search competition is held at “Jackson Hall” – Grand West Casino every Wednesday night for 12 weeks.This is the second year and every week 3 of the contestants go through to the finals.It is open to all except professionals. There is a Grand Prize of R30,000.00 to be won this year.

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Thursday 16th Sept
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Bokani Dyer trio play at Green Dolphin
Rob Drake and Trish Bailey play at Chaplans in Table View
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Friday 17th Sept
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Lilley trio
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Saturday 18th September
Mike Laatz plays at Bella Lucia, 15 Wolfe street, Chelsea Village Wynberg from 8.00.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew lilley trio

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Sunday 19th Sept
Mike Laatz plays at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell, Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Jason Reolon, Haydn Gardner, Wesley Rusin and Morris Gavronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Monique Hellenberg, Buddy Wells and Wayne Bosch are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 6.00 to 9.00pm: Andrew Ford and friends.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Mark Goliath trio will be at the Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
At Hanover Street – Grand West Casino: Sammy Hartman, Wesley Rustin, Ivan Bell, Willie Van Zyl & Leslie Kleinsmith. This week Monique Hellenberg will be the special guest; also, the 3 finalists from the “Open Mic” voice search competition.
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Monday 20th Sept
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green Dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
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Tuesday 21st September
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Richard Caesar trio
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Wednesday 22nd September
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R40
Green Dolphin: Nicholas Williams trio

Cape Town Jazz gigs 24th August 2010

2010-08-24T16:32:00.004+02:00

Tuesday 24th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Gary Hendrickse trio play at Green Dolphin
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 25thAugust
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
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Thursday 26th August
Free lunchtime concert at College of Music, Rondebosch: Nicky Schrire and Nick Paul
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Nicky Schrire Charles Lazar and Jonno Sweetman play at Green Dolphin
Rob Drake, Eddie Kirkwood and Trish Bailey play at Chaplans in Table View
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Friday 27th August
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gavin Minter Quartet
Encore Restaurant, Plattekloof Cello and piano jazz from 7.30 to 11.00 with Vela Mrdjen and Victor Tichart. Booking essential, phone 021 5581091
The Connoly Big Band plays at Kaleidoscope, Claremont Main rd. Tickets are R60
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Saturday 28th August
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Michelle Maxwell Quartet
UCT Big Band are on at the Baxter from 8.15pm, with a Count Basie Birthday tribute. Tickets are R50.
Nicky Shrire is at the Rainbow Room with USA pianist Nick Paul, Wes Rustin on Bass and Heinrich Goosen on drums
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Sunday 29th August
Keith Macfarlane plays guitar and keyboards at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm Phone 021 447 4730. Great lunches; hot bread to take home.
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Nicky Shrire, Nick Paul piano, Charles Lazar bass and Maurice Gavronsky drums
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Monique Hellenberg, Buddy Wells and Wayne Bosch are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm (this gig has not been confirmed)
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Andrew Lilley trio are at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Monique Hellenberg trio play at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson
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Monday30th August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green dolphin: no info yet
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Tuesday 31stAugust
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: no info yet
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Wednesday 1st September
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin: no info yet

Cape Town's jazz gigs for this week

2010-08-17T15:44:00.010+02:00

These are the jazz gigs I'm aware of. Please let me know if I've missed any.

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Wednesday 18th August
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Amanda Tiffin trio
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
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Thursday 19th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
Rob Drake, Eddie Kirkwood and Trish Bailey play at Chaplans in Table View
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Friday 20th August
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfunda Xaluva Quartet
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Saturday 21st August
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Nomfunda Xaluva Quartet
UCT Big Band are on at the Baxter from 8.15pm, with a Count Basie Birthday tribute. Tickets are R50.
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Sunday 22nd August
Mike Laatz plays sax at The Bread Cafe’ at The Bromwell Woodstock from 11am to 2.00pm.Best Jazz brunch value in town, hot bread to take home. Phone 021 447 4730
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Morris Gawronsky, Jason Reolon, Monique Hellenberg and Dave Ridgeway.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Eddie Kirkwood plays at Catharina’s, Steenberg from 12 to 3pm
Andrew Lilley trio are at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
Encore Restaurant, Rothschild Boulevard, Plattekloof: Vela Mrdjen, cello and Victor Tichart, piano
Time: 12:00 – 16:00 R100.00 Adults; R50.00 Children Phone 021 558 1091
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Monday 23rd August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green dolphin: Andrew Ford trio
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Tuesday 24thAugust
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Gary Hendrickse trio at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
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Wednesday 25th August
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30
Amanda Tiffin trio at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront

10th August 2010

2010-08-10T16:03:00.006+02:00

Some jazz gigs in Cape Town this week:

Tuesday 10th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Richard Caesar trio play at Green Dolphin
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 11thAugust
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Richard Caesar trio
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Thursday 12th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin
Rob Drake, Eddie Kirkwood and Trish Bailey play at Chaplans in Table View
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Friday 13th August
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
8pm: Lisa Bauer Quartet: Speedway cafe’ 105, Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek Terrace, off Hope street.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sandile Gontsana Quartet
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
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Saturday 14th August
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sandile Gontsana Quartet
Wendy Oldfield is at SPEEDWAY CAFÉ, 105,Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek Terrace, off Hope st.
Kyle Shepherd trio CD launch at UCT College of Music at 8pm; tickets R60
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Sunday 15th August
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Amanda Tiffin, with Andrew Lilley, Charles Lazar and Morris Gawronsky.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Monique Hellenberg, Buddy Wells and Wayne Bosch are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Lee Gelderbloem trio are at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
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Monday 16th August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green dolphin: Jason Reolon trio
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Tuesday 17th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin: Alvin Dyers trio at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront
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Wednesday 18th August
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter and The Clearing. Entrance fee R30.
Amanda Tiffin trio at Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront

August 3rd to 9th

2010-08-03T16:19:00.005+02:00

Here are the jazz gigs I know about for this week:

Tuesday 3rd August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Alvin Dyers trio play at Green Dolphin
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 4th August
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
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Thursday 5th August
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Mark Fransman trio play at Green Dolphin
Evergreen play at Chaplans in Table View: best fireplace in town
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Friday 6th August
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Orlando Venhereque Quartet
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
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Saturday 7th August
Sugar & Spice play at CJ’s on the square, Somerset West
From 7to 11. R150per person. To book phone (021) 852 8527
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Orlando Venhereque Quartet
Wendy Oldfield is at SPEEDWAY CAFÉ, 105,Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek Terrace, off Hope st.
Hilton Schilder, Steve Newman and Errol Dyers are at the Rainbow Room.
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Sunday 8th August
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Danelle de Vries band.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm: Monique Hellenberg, Buddy Wells and Wayne Bosch
From 3 to 6, Graham Burton and the Zoot Suits are at Quay 4 at V&A Waterfront.
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Michelle Maxwell is at Alma Cafe’, Rosebank, from 6.30pm. Tickets are R80; book at 021 685 7377
Gary Hendrickse trio are at Green Dolphin
Hilton Schilder Benefit Concert takes place at the Fugard Theatre at 5.30;
details at 0214667200
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Monday 9th August
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Green dolphin: Andrew Ford trio

Submit info about jazz gigs to capejazzgigs@gmail.com

2010-07-27T17:49:00.002+02:00

Hello again

Here are the jazz gigs I know about for this week:

Tuesday 27th July
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio.
Gary Hendrickse trio play at Green Dolphin
Restless Natives play straight-ahead jazz standards at Asoka in Kloof street.
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Wednesday 28 July
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter sextet with Nicky Schrire on vocals. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gorm Helfjord trio
Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Bev-Scott-Brown are at Jackson Hall at Grand West Casino from 9.00 to 12.00
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Thursday 29 July
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Alvin Dyers trio play at Green Dolphin
Evergreen play at Chaplans in Table View: best fireplace in town
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Friday 30 July
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Leslie Kleinsmith Quartet, with Ebrahim Khalil Shehab (Chris Schilder) Gary Kriel & Ivan Bell.
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Bev-Scott-Brown are at Jackson Hall at Grand West Casino from 9.00 to 12.00
The FMR/ Pick 'n Pay FREE concert is on at the Baxter from 7.30, featuring the competition finalists. The concert is a 50/50 mix of classical music and jazz.
No tickets required.
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Saturday 31 July
7.00 to 8.00pm Andrew Ford, Basil Moses and Mike Laatz in concert at School of Practical Philosophy, 20 Talana rd. Claremont. R40 at the door includes wine and snacks. Limited seating, no bookings, so arrive early.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Leslie Kleinsmith quartet, with Ebrahim Khalil Shehab (Chris Schilder) Gary Kriel & Ivan Bell.
Andrew Ford, Wesley Rustin and Bev-Scott-Brown are at Jackson Hall at Grand West Casino from 9.00 to 12.00

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Sunday 1 Aug
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Eddie Backhouse’s Dixie Swingers.
Lunchtime jazz at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) and guests; music from 1.00pm, no cover charge and you don’t have to eat.
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet.
Jazz at Seven Club (a funny name, because it starts at six o'clock!) This is NOT live jazz, the club meets to listen to recordings and watch videos or DVDs.
The next meeting on Sunday 1st July at the Velvet On Tweed Jazz Lounge located at 5 Tweed Street, off Kelvin Road which is adjacent to the Kelvin Grove Club.
Visitors are very welcome and the cost is R20. Further info tel 021 7614066

2010-07-20T11:43:00.001+02:00

Hello again. Here's all the jazz gig info for Cape Town that I've received this week. As usual, please let me know what I've missed.

Tuesday 20th July
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Micu Narunski trio play at Green Dolphin
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Wednesday 21 July
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
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Thursday 22 July
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Andrew Lilley trio play at Green Dolphin
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Friday 23 July
From 4pm, Virtual Jazz Reality (VJR) play at the Pepper Club, Pepper street. R60 includes oysters and a glass of bubbly.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce quartet
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
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Saturday 24 July
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce quartet
The Black Ties play at the Rainbow Room from 8.00. R50 entrance fee. Phone 021 422 1428
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Sunday 25July
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Morris Gawronski, Melanie Scholtz, Wesley Rustin and Jason Reolon.
Brunch at Pigalle with Virtual Jazz Reality VJR
Bokani Dyer trio is at the Green Dolphin
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet with guest vocalist Nicky Schrire.
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood from 6.30pm
Swazi Dlamini and Tshepo Ngoma play at Rainbow Room; R100 entrance fee.
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Monday 26 June
Andrew Ford trio plays at Green Dolphin
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

2010-07-20T11:43:00.000+02:00

2010-07-13T15:45:00.004+02:00

Here are the Cape town jazz gigs I've been told about. Some venues, like Pigalle, Generations (G-spot) have given no information despite repeated requests.
Please let me have details of any jazz gigs in Cape Town that you know about.

Tuesday 13th July
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Micu Narunski trio play at Green Dolphin
Cafe Paradiso in Kloof street Celebrate Bastille Day with flute/guitar music with a French flavour.
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Wednesday14 July
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Mark Fransman trio
Lucretia Rodrigues will be performing with guitarist Keith Macfarlane at Deli Delish, 8 Beach Crescent, Hout Bay at 6.30pm. Essential that you book as this is a special function...a battle of the chefs! Six course meal (each chef will prepare 3 courses) for R165.00 per person. Contact Shirley (021) 790 5324 to make a booking
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Thursday 16 July
From 8 to 11, Casablanca play at Chaplans Restaurant, Table View. Great jazz, and Casablanca has the best fireplace in town! Guest artist this week is Gary Deacon.
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
Alvin Dyers trio play at Green Dolphin
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Friday 16 July
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassan’adas
Cafe Sofia, Kloof Street, from 7 to 9 pm. Lucretia Rodrigues trio
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Saturday 17 July
At 6.30, Lisa Bauer and Andrew Lilley trio play at Speedway Cafe 105, Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek rd.
Mike Laatz plays sax at Cafe’ Paradiso from 7.30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Hassan’adas
Stoneycroft Music Concert: at 6.30:
The Stoneycrofy music evenings are always superb: the setting, on top of a hill, overlooking the vineyards, with Table Mountain in the distance, takes a lot of beating.
This Saturday it’s Quartete Le Jidd, a recently formed group of local musicians inspired specifically to perform the music of Claude Bolling: Derek Fennel (flute) Judith Rhodes-Harrison (piano), Ivan Bell (drums) and Donat Pellei (double bass).
Entrance fee of R100 includes cheese and wine
Booking is essential; phone Margie at 083 447 0899
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Sunday 18July
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Morris Gawroski, Alvin Alistair and
Abigail Peterson.
Brunch at Pigalle with VJR
Bokani Dyer trio is at the Green Dolphin
Bokhani Dyer Band will be at The Biscuit Mill, Salt River from 4pm...entrance fee
R100
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood
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Monday 19 June
Andrew Ford trio plays at Green Dolphin
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Live jazz gigs in Cape Town July 6th to 12th

2010-07-06T16:12:00.009+02:00

Hello again

Here's the latest update on the live jazz gigs that are happening in Cape Town this week:
Please let me know of any jazz gigs I've missed.
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Tuesday 6 July
"Restless Natives" play straight-ahead jazz at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Andrew Ford trio
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Wednesday 7 July
From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street, Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gorm Helfjord trio
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Thursday 8 July
From 8 to 11, Casablanca play at Chaplans Restaurant, Table View. Great jazz, and Casablanca has the best fireplace in town! Guest artist this week is Bev Scott-Brown.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Samba Nago
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Friday 9 July
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sylvia Mdulwelya quintet
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Saturday 10 July
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Sylvia Mdulwelya quintet
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Sunday 11July
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Denay Willie and Andrew Ford trio.
Michelle Maxwel trio is at the Green Dolphin
Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet
CueCumber Jazz Trio play at Glitterati, First Floor, 386 Voortrekker Road, Goodwood
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Monday 12th June
Jason Reolon trio will be at Green Dolphin
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Cape Town Jazz gigs 29 June 2010

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Here's what's happening on the live jazz scene in and around Cape Town. If you know of any jazz gigs that I've missed, please let me know: send an email to capejazzgigs@gmail.com . Jazz only, please.

Tuesday 29th June
"Restless Natives" play straight-ahead jazz at Asoka in Kloof street.

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Gary Hendrickse trio

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Wednesday 30th June

Lucretia Rodrigues (vocals) and Keith Macfarlane (guitar) are at Deli Delish, 8 Beach Crescent, Hout Bay, from 7.00pm

From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street,
Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Young Voices Brandenberg

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

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Thursday 1st July

From 8 to 11, Casablanca play at Chaplans Restaurant, Table View. Great jazz, and Casablanca has the best fireplace in town! Guest artist this week is Gary Deacon.

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Young Voices Brandenberg

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Friday 2nd July
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Natasha Roth quartet

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

Orange Marmalade,
Corner of Church and Burg Streets Cape Town CBD
Time:6:00PM
Alvin Dyers Jazz Trio + Special Guests.
All musicians welcome to jam
Every Friday @ 6PM

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Saturday 3rd July

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Natasha Roth quartet

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

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Sunday 4th July
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Lilley (piano) Basil Moses (bass) Morris Gawronsky (drums) and Natasha Roth (vocals.

Gary Hendrickse trio is at the Green Dolphin

Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm

Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet

Sibongile Mngoma is at the Rainbow Room at 3.00pm, R100 entrance fee

At Swingers in Wetton from 8pm you can hear Leslie Kleinsmith's band, with Sammy Hartman, Ivan Bell, Wesley Rustin, and a guest singer.

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Monday 28th June

Jason Reolon trio will be at Green Dolphin

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Gig Guide 22nd to 28th June 2010

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These are the jazz gigs I'm aware of that are happening this week:

Tuesday 22nd June
"Restless Natives" play straight-ahead jazz at Asoka in Kloof street.

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Samba Nago trio play Brazilian jazz

Jazz jam session at Albert Hall, Albert rd., Woodstock, from about 9.00

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Wednesday 23rd June

From 9pm: SPEEDWAY CAFÉ 105,Tafelberg Tavern,Roodehek Terrace, off Hope Street,
Dave Ledbetter sextet. Entrance fee R30

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Samba Nago trio play Brazilian jazz

Jonny Cooper's big band are at Theatre on the Bay with "Swing Safari"

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

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Thursday 24th June

From 8 to 11, Casablanca,with guest vocalist Bev scott-Brown, play at Chaplans Restaurant, Table View. Great jazz, and Casablanca has the best fireplace in town!

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Duke Ngukana quartet

Jonny Cooper's Big Band is at Theatre on the Bay from 8pm with "Swinging Safari"

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Friday 25th June
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce Quartet

Jonny Cooper's big band are at Theatre on the Bay with "Swing Safari"

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

Orange Marmalade,
Corner of Church and Burg Streets Cape Town CBD
Time:6:00PM
Alvin Dyers Jazz Trio + Special Guests.
All musicians welcome to jam
Every Friday @ 6PM

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Saturday 26th June

Mike Laatz plays his brand of gentle jazz on sax at Cafe' Paradiso, 110 Kloof street from 7.30pm
to book, phone 423 8653

Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Emily Bruce quartet

Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall (Grand West Casino)from 9 to 12pm

Jonny Cooper's big band are at Theatre on the Bay with "Swing Safari"

Ghorwane will be at the Rainbow Room from 5.45pm, entrance fee is R100

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Sunday 27thJune
Sunday brunch at Winchester Mansions: Andrew Ford, Morris Gawronsky and Moses Lundi.

Mike Laatz and Eddie Kirkwood play relaxing jazz at Catherina's, Steenberg Estate, Constantia.

Michelle Maxwell is at the Green Dolphin

Emily Bruce trio are at Oasis restaurant, Mount Nelson, from 12 to 3pm

Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 4:30pm to 8pm: Andrew Ford quartet

Jazz at the Nassau (Groote Schuur School) at 7.30pm: Amanda Tiffin and friends in concert.

At Swingers in Wetton from 8pm you can hear Leslie Kleinsmith's band, with Sammy Hartman, Ivan Bell, Wesley Rustin, and a guest singer.

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Monday 28th June

Jason Reolon trio will be at Green Dolphin

The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.

Tuesday 18th May 2010

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Fine Music Radio: The early evening jazz slot now starts half an hour earlier : You can now listen to jazz from 6.30 to 8.00pm. The gig guide will be happening at about 7.30pm Monday to Friday. Tune in at 101.3FM, or if you're out of town, go to www.fmr.co.za

I've still had no reply to my many queries about the Rainbow Room. So if their events are not mentioned, it's not through want of effort; but as the saying goes, "You can take a horse to water..."
Here's a short summary of the jazz gigs I know about that are happening this week:
(Some venues have not updated their details. I'll add the info as I get it; bookmark this page.)

Tuesday 18th May
"Restless Natives" play straight-ahead jazz at Asoka in Kloof street.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront:Richard Caesar trio.
Jazz jam session at Albert Hall, Albert rd., Woodstock.
Lucrecia Rodrigues trio play Latin Jazz at Cafe' Sofia in Kloof street.

Wednesday 19th May
From 9pm, Dave Ledbetter Sextet with Buddy Wells,Lee Thompson, Andrew Lilley, Shane Cooper, Kesivan Naidoo play at Speedway Cafe' 105; that's at the Tafelberg Tavern, Roodehek Terrace.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront:Tete Mbambisa trio
Lucrecia Rodrigues trio play Latin Jazz at Cafe' Sofia in Kloof street.
Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall, Grand West, from 9 to 12pm

Thursday 20th May
From 8 to 11, Casablanca play at Chaplans Restaurant, Table View. The guest artist this week is, once again, Bev Scott-Brown.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Bokani Dyer trio
Lucrecia Rodrigues trio play Latin Jazz at Cafe' Sofia in Kloof street.

Friday 21st May
Dunes in Hout Bay is having a private function, so Evergreen will not be playing there this Friday.
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem quartet.
Pepper Club (cor Loop and Pepper streets): a glass of bubbly, 6 oysters and listen to Ian Smith's VJR for R60! Starts at 4.00pm Phone 021 812 8888 for details.
Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall, Grand West, from 9 to 12pm
Kyle Shepherd trio in concert at UCT College of Music at 8.00pm
Marimba Festival is at the Baxter theatre.

Saturday 22nd May
Green Dolphin, V&A Waterfront: Lee Gelderbloem quartet.
Bev Scott-Brown, Andrew Ford and Wesley Rustin play at Jackson Hall, Grand West, from 9 to 12pm
Marimba Festival is at the Baxter theatre.

Sunday 23rd May
Winchester Mansions Brunch: Sylvia Mdunyelwa band

Lunchtime: Keith Macfarlane plays at the Brass Bell, Kalk Bay.
Sunday evening:
At Swingers in Wetton, you can hear Leslie Kleinsmith's band, with Sammy Hartman, Ivan Bell, Wesley Rustin, and guest artist Ian Smith on trumpet from 8.00pm.
Simon’s, Groot Constantia, 5:30pm to 9pm: Andrew Ford and band.
Mark Goliath trio play at Green Dolphin.

Monday 24th May
The famous jazz jam with Alvin Dyers and band (with lots of guest artists) happens every Monday night at Swingers, Wetton; music starts at about 9.30 or 10.00.
Dave Ledbetter trio play at Green Dolphin.

The Big Band jazz festival starts next week: here are the details if you want to plan ahead:
Thursday 27th May The S.A. College Junior School Jazz Band, Little Giants, Wynberg Girls’ Big Band, Heathfield High School Jazz Band, Sans Souci Jazz Cats, Delft Big Band
Friday 28th May Wynberg Boys’ Jazz Band, Beau Soleil Music Centre, Westerford High Big Band, Rondebosch Boys’ High Jazz Band, The S.A. College High School Junior Jazz Band, The S.A. College High School Senior Jazz Band, UCT Big Band
Saturday 29th May Stellenbosch Youth Jazz Band, Bergvliet J2, Pinelands Jazz Band, Bishops Jazz Band, Rustenburg Girls’ Jazz Band, Bergvliet High Jazz Band, Alumni Big Band
Tickets for the Festival are available from Computicket or Baxter booking office. Adults R60 and seniors/scholars/students R35. Performance starts at 19h45

Please let me know of any jazz events that I should include in my newsletter. Send info to (capejazzgigs@gmail.com)

Welcome to the gig guide

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Please scroll down to the calendar at the bottom of the page to see what's happening in and around Cape Town.

If you know of any jazz happenings, please email details to
mikelaatz@telkomsa.net

Have you heard the new Gershwin CD?: click here

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