Let's get together and play jazz standards! Get your chord changes from iRealPro, and the heads from the Real Book. All and any instruments and singers are welcome. This is an event organized by the community.

Nigel Mooney is widely regarded as Ireland's leading jazz singer and guitarist.

A self-taught musician, Mooney was influenced by the blues from an early age and his hard-bop style of guitar playing is expressive and melodic with a bluesy groove. He possesses a warm and rich tenor voice and has an almost flawless sense of pitch.

The Richie Buckley Quartet return to their Thursday Night Residency Jazz Gig at Frank Ryans Pub in Smithfield.

Bossa Nova, Blue Note and standards from the golden age of American song performed by Derek Whyte on double bass and Barry McCormack on guitar.

Live Jazz Jam Session in the heart of Cork City every Thursday from 9pm. Hosted by a house band of some of Cork’s finest jazzers & humans. All are welcome to participate for a tune or two. If that’s not your bag then simply take in the atmosphere with some food & refreshments served until late.

Rodrigo Almonte is a Peruvian/Irish guitarist and composer based in Kildare. With influences gathered from around the world through his musical journey, Almonte creates an eclectic and engaging approach to improvised music. Fuelled by the musicality of Irish musicians Aidan Gray on double bass and Michael McCarthy on drums, Almonte’s music explores emotion and story-telling through inspiring melodies and intricate rhythms.

Join Brazilian Guitar Duo Gustavo de Morais and Robson Rocha at Riverbank Arts Centre for an enchanting instrumental concert titled ‘Essas Mulheres’, dedicated to celebrating the works of female Brazilian composers.

CULTURE NIGHT 2024 - "Jazz Italiano: Classic Songs Reimagined” concert by trio "Dolce Vita, in Jazz"

A celebration of Italy's most iconic songs, transformed by the improvisational spirit of jazz. As we journey through heartfelt ballads and lively anthems from legendary artists like Mina, Ornella Vanoni, and Fiorella Mannoia, you'll experience familiar melodies in a new, exhilarating light.

Westport Jazz welcomes Everyone to a free celebration of jazz for Mayo Culture Night

CULTURE NIGHT - ÓICHE CULTÚIR 2024

DHC - DONAL HOBAN COLLECTIVE

Immram is a setting by Neil Ó Lochlainn for chamber ensemble, reciter, and singer of the Immram suite of poems written by Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill and published in her collection Feis (1991). The music was commissioned by Paddy Bushe and the Amergin Solstice Poetry Gathering in 2019. The term 'Immram' meaning Voyage, is a type of tale found in mythological Irish writing that depicts a protagonist's sea journey to the otherworld and the adventures that ensue.

Bray Jazz Festival will present a double bill programme for Culture Night in 2024, showcasing how two groups have approached, in a unique way, how traditional Irish music can be incorporated into jazz and improvised music.

CHANGO Flamenco-Jazz Fusion is an exciting project with Spanish Fatima Lucia (dancer and vocals), French-North African Alain Halimi (clarinet), Denis Mc Auliff (mandolin and fiddle) from Co.Clare and Spanish guitarist Javier Mula. This collaboration blends the lifelong musical experiences of these four artists, exploring innovation and fusion with deep respect for the diverse traditions from their unique backgrounds.

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Lauren Bush Quartet, the perfect blend of traditional and contemporary jazz. Fronted by Lauren Bush, whose enchanting vocals and emotive storytelling have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, this quartet promises a night of dynamic music and sophisticated arrangements. Known for her seamless fusion of classic jazz with a modern twist, Lauren's latest album "Tide Rises" showcases her prowess as both a vocalist and songwriter. Don't miss this chance to experience one of the leading lights in the jazz world.

QOW TRIO is a unique multi-generational jazz band featuring award-winning young firebrand saxophonist Riley Stone-Lonergan, storied British Jazz legend Spike Wells on drums, and multi-genre bassist and bandleader Eddie Myer. The band arose out of a chance meeting at the Verdict Jazz Club in Brighton and, despite the three musicians’ differences in age, it soon became clear that they had much in common - a love of the lineage of big-toned tenor players matched with an appreciation for the wide-open possibilities of the chordless trio, a deep appreciation of the tradition alongside a fearless appetite for exploration, a commitment to the timeless values of melody and swing mixed with a willingness to take risks - all undepinned with a mission to make the music communicate directly to the listener.

Enjoy lazy summer afternoons with soothing live jazz from the Charlie Moon Quartet featuring Dominic Mullan on drums, Darragh Hennessy on piano and Barry Donohue on bass at Love Tempo every Saturday.