Upstairs At Ronnie Scott’s London June/July 2026 Listings

Upstairs at Ronnie Scott’s in London has announced its listings for June/July 2026. Have a look below:

JUNE 2026

Monday 1st June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£30 – £40)
Bach Re-Invented
Vibraphonist Anthony Kerr and Ronnie Scott’s Artistic Director James Pearson present a special performance inspired by Bach. Blending interpretation with improvisation, they explore works from preludes to larger forms, including a vibraphone arrangement of the Chaconne and a reimagined Double Violin Concerto movement. Part of the Monday Classical series Upstairs at Ronnie’s, the concert brings together classical tradition and jazz spontaneity.

Tuesday 2nd June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)
Kelly Green
Steinway Artist Kelly Green is a pianist, vocalist, and composer blending lyrical ballads, swing, and original works with fresh takes on artists like Duke Ellington. Her 2025 album Corner of My Dreams showcases her imaginative, modern jazz voice.

Wednesday 3rd June 2026

5pm (£30-£40)

Natalie Williams & The Jamie Safir Trio: Broadway, Blues & Ballads

Join one of the UK’s top vocalists alongside one of the biggest talents of British jazz piano, and his formidably swinging trio, for an exhilarating journey through the Great American songbook via the Golden Age of Broadway and the resounding influence of the Blues.

Thursday 4th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£30 – £40)
Lucy Woodward
Lucy Woodward blends genres with a voice that ranges from intimate to powerful. With her band The Rocketeers, she has performed across Europe and released her ninth album I Need To Roam (2026), showcasing her evolving, genre-fluid style shaped by a global musical journey.

Thursday 4th June 2026*LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
The Late Late Show with Cosmic Fusion
UK drummer Jon Onabowu leads Cosmic Fusion, a dynamic group of young musicians delivering high-energy jazz/fusion inspired by legends like Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Expect an uplifting, groove-filled night, plus opportunities for emerging players to join the band on stage.

Friday 5th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)
Louise Marshall
Louise Marshall is a versatile singer known for her powerful, soulful voice and commanding stage presence. A member of the Jools Holland Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, she has performed worldwide and worked with artists including David Gilmour and Chaka Khan. Blending jazz, soul, and pop, she brings elegance, emotion, and world-class musicianship to every performance.

Saturday 6th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£45)
The Betty Black Revue
Betty Black is the fiery new alter ego of Elisabeth Troy, the voice behind UK garage classic Crazy Love and a collaborator with Roni Size, Primal Scream, and Incognito. In this explosive live launch, she celebrates the golden era of soul with the debut of her album Journey Through Soul Vol. One – a high-energy tribute to the sounds of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

Saturday 6th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£15)

Late Late Show with JD3

JD3 is a London-based hip hop-meets-jazz trio formed in 2017, led by Duayne Sanford (Dua Lipa, Christine & The Queens, Liam Payne, Roots Manuva, Honne) with co-founder David Mrakpor (BlueLab Beats, The Banger Factory) on keyboards. The group’s sound draws on their respective Jamaican and Nigerian heritage, mixing it with rhythms and melodies inspired by the late J Dilla’s iconic productions.

Sunday 7th June 2026

1pm & 6.45pm (£30 – £40)

Ronnie Scott’s Gospel Choir led by Daniel Thomas

Backed by some of the most experienced gospel singers and musicians in the UK, the Ronnie Scott’s Gospel Choir will have you clapping your hands, moving your feet and raising your voices in chorus along with some well-known gospel favourites, spirited solo performances and soul-stirring harmonies. If you’ve ever seen Daniel Thomas in action, you will know that he ‘brings the church’ wherever he goes.

Monday 8th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£30 – £40)
Rebekah Reid
Rebekah Reid explores “Underground Classical Music” through virtuosic violin, live looping, and electronics, blending classical, jazz, and global influences. Presented by Chineke!, this immersive performance builds from a single motif into rich, cinematic soundscapes, showcasing her acclaimed solo work.

Tuesday 9th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm  (£25 – £35)
Benito Gonzalez Trio
The Benito Gonzalez Trio unites three acclaimed jazz virtuosos: Venezuelan pianist Benito Gonzalez, drummer Donald Edwards, and bassist Darryl Hall. Blending Afro-Caribbean rhythms, soulful melodies, and daring improvisation, they create electrifying performances that honour jazz tradition while pushing its boundaries.

Tuesday 9th June 2026 LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show with NEONE The Wonderer
NEONE the Wonderer is a fast-rising jazz-grime fusion artist known for his eclectic, genre-blending sound. With live musicians and experimental beats, he creates immersive, energetic performances that mix neo-soul, jazz, and grime into a signature, electrifying experience.

Thursday 11th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)
Adrien Brandeis
Led by award-winning French pianist Adrien Brandeis, this quartet delivers high-energy Latin jazz blending Afro-Latin rhythms, modern jazz, blues, funk, and classical influences. Featuring music from his fourth album Resurgence, the performance showcases improvisation, groove, and musical dialogue, highlighting Brandeis’s rising international career.

Thursday 11th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£12)
The Late Late Show with Cosmic Fusion
UK drummer Jon Onabowu leads Cosmic Fusion, a dynamic group of young musicians delivering high-energy jazz/fusion inspired by legends like Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Expect an uplifting, groove-filled night, plus opportunities for emerging players to join the band on stage.

Friday 12th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£30 – £40)
Natalie Duncan
Natalie Duncan is a soulful singer-songwriter known for her silky, emotive voice. Since her 2009 debut, she has released acclaimed albums including Devil in Me, Free, and Black Moon (2026), toured internationally, and became lead vocalist for Incognito, co-writing tracks for their latest album.

Saturday 13th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
Late Late Show Upstairs with N22
N22 is a new project from 22a collaborators Tenderlonious, Hamish Balfour, Pete Martin, and Tim Carnegie. Drawing on funk, jazz fusion, and legends like Weather Report, their debut material blends groove-heavy rhythms, lush Rhodes, synth textures, and soaring woodwinds, with collaborations from Jaubi and Nick Walters.

Sunday 14th June 

6.45pm (£25-£35)

Lokkhi Terra Descargas

From the melas of Bangladesh to the streets of Havana, via the back alleys of Lagos and on to a London jazz club. Described by Songlines as “probably the world’s best Afrobeat–Cuban–Bangladeshi group”, Lokkhi Terra burst onto the scene in 2010 with their debut No Visa Required and have been tearing up the musical rulebook ever since. Lokkhi Terra Descargas is a new session specially curated for Ronnie Scott’s, where the worlds of Latin jazz, Afro-jazz and Indo-jazz collide. Expect deep grooves, fearless improvisation and global energy.

Monday 15th June

5pm (£40-£50)

Jasdeep Singh Degun

Following the release of his debut album Anomaly on Real World Records, sitar virtuoso Jasdeep Singh Degun has rapidly emerged as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary classical and cross-cultural music. Don’t miss this showcase of a rare talent at the forefront of Indian classical music, with a commitment to ground-breaking work across a range of musical landscapes.

Monday 15th June

8.45pm (£20-£30)

Divas with Kirsty McLean

Soprano Kirsty McLean and pianist Patrick Milne present Divas – a celebration of the world’s most iconic voices from opera and beyond. From the grandeur of the Royal Opera House stage to the glamour of the world’s greatest crossover artists, this programme pays tribute to legends including Renée Fleming, Anna Netrebko, Elīna Garanča, Shirley Bassey and Barbra Streisand. Expect an evening of soaring melodies, virtuosic brilliance and theatrical sparkle, as McLean brings these legendary divas vividly to life, supported by Milne’s elegant and dynamic artistry at the piano.

Tuesday 16th June 2026
5pm (£25 – £35)
Alex Hamburger
Alex Hamburger is a Washington DC–born flautist and singer blending jazz tradition with ambient textures, electric fusion, and poetic songwriting. Her latest album What If? (Unit Records) showcases her lyrical, genre-crossing sound, drawing inspiration from jazz greats like Wayne Shorter and Chick Corea, offering immersive, modern jazz with strong melodies and inventive ensemble interplay.

Tuesday 16th June 2026
8.45pm (£30 – £40)
Alexis Valet & The Cypher
Alexis Valet leads The Cypher, a Paris-based project blending contemporary jazz, hip-hop energy, and deep groove. Joined by Kate Curly, Melvin Marquez, Tilo Bertholo, and Carl-Henri Morisset, Valet delivers improvisation-driven, genre-blurring performances following acclaimed albums like Explorers and Following the Sun, marking a bold new era in European jazz.

Tuesday 16th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£12)

Late Late Show with Happy Garden

Happy Garden are a nature-inspired, 6-piece nu-jazz band blending lush harmonies, organic grooves, and improvisational freedom. Join the band as they celebrate the launch of their debut EP.

Thursday 18th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm  (£25 – £35)
Emma Rawicz: CHROMA
Emma Rawicz is a multi-award-winning British saxophonist known for her melodic, rhythmically infectious jazz. With her acclaimed quartet and projects like the groove-fusion sextet INKYRA, she blends warm balladry, fiery intensity, and complex grooves, building a distinctive, high-energy sound that has made her one of the leading jazz artists of her generation.

Thursday 18th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
The Late Late Show with Cosmic Fusion
UK drummer Jon Onabowu leads Cosmic Fusion, a dynamic group of young musicians delivering high-energy jazz/fusion inspired by legends like Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Expect an uplifting, groove-filled night, plus opportunities for emerging players to join the band on stage.

Friday 19th June 2026
8.45pm (£25 – £35)
Steven Bamidele
Steven Bamidele is a Nigerian-born, London-based artist blending indie-soul, jazz, and electronic textures. Known for his reverb-drenched falsetto and syncopated beats, his album THE CRASH! combines forward-thinking storytelling with social commentary.

Saturday 20th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£40)
Renato Paris
BRIT School graduate Renato Paris is a rising star of the London jazz scene, blending jazz, R&B, and improvisation with soulful flair. A sought-after collaborator with artists like Moses Boyd and Maverick Sabre, he leads his own band while pushing creative boundaries as one of the UK’s most original emerging voices.

Sunday 21st June 2026 *LUNCHTIME*
12pm (£20-£30)
Harry Diplock Trio
Harry Diplock is a London-based guitarist blending melody, swing, and improvisation with French and American jazz influences. Founder of the London Django Collective, he performs widely and brings his trio’s fresh sound, including music from his upcoming album Swifts, to this lunchtime concert Upstairs at Ronnie’s.

Sunday 21st June 2026
6.45pm (£25 – £35)
Acantha Lang
Acantha Lang is a GRAMMY-nominated New Orleans-born artist blending classic soul and funk-driven grooves. Her debut album Beautiful Dreams (2023) reached #3 on the UK Jazz & Blues Chart, and she has performed at SXSW, CBS Saturday Morning, and the Barbican’s Memphis Soul Revue. She brings powerhouse vocals and new material from her upcoming second album to the stage.

Monday 22nd June 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£30-£40)

Symphonic Sounds: From Baroque to Bill Evans with Ronnie Scott’s Classical All Stars

Following the sold-out success of our much-loved new in-house classical nights, Symphonic Sounds returns for a second chapter. In Part 1, James Pearson achieved the near-impossible: distilling Rachmaninov’s Second Piano Concerto for just eight players, to widespread acclaim. Now, he’s joined by Lizzie Ball and an all-star ensemble for a journey that bridges centuries of musical brilliance, from the elegance of the Baroque to the smoky lyricism of jazz.

Thursday 25th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£45)
Vanessa Haynes
One of London’s finest vocalists, Vanessa Haynes brings her powerful, soul-drenched voice to the stage with a mix of originals and classic covers. Known for fronting jazz-funk legends Incognito for over 14 years, the Trinidad-born singer has also performed with icons like Chaka Khan and Van Morrison.

Thursday 25th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£12)
The Late Late Show with Cosmic Fusion
UK drummer Jon Onabowu leads Cosmic Fusion, a dynamic group of young musicians delivering high-energy jazz/fusion inspired by legends like Herbie Hancock and Miles Davis. Expect an uplifting, groove-filled night, plus opportunities for emerging players to join the band on stage.

Saturday 27th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£45) 
Tony Momrelle
Tony Momrelle, former lead singer of Incognito, is one of the UK’s premier soul voices. With a rich blend of soul, jazz, and funk, and collaborations with Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, and Sade, he delivers a timeless yet contemporary sound.

Saturday 27th June 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*
11.15pm (£15)
Late Late Show Upstairs with The Nest Sessions
Founded in 2022 by bassist and musical director Gili Goldberg, The Nest Sessions is a London live music platform built on collaboration and spontaneity. Showcasing many of the city’s top players and emerging vocalists, the night moves between jazz, soul and R&B with special guests and fresh arrangements. For this late-night edition, the session heads upstairs at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club for an intimate, music-focused performance.

Sunday 28th June 2026 

1pm & 6.45pm (£30-£40)

Ronnie Scott’s All Stars – A Celebration of Soulful Swings

A Celebration of Soulful Swings is the second instalment of the monthly residency by our award-winning ‘house band’ with a difference, Ronnie Scott’s All Stars – an intimate series designed to bring audiences closer than ever to the music. This special edition features guest vocalist Polly Gibbons, a regular collaborator with the All Stars and one of the UK’s most captivating jazz voices.

 

Monday 29th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)
Morgan Szymanski & Tommy Perman
Morgan Szymanski and Tommy Perman present a musical and visual journey blending Mexican and Scottish landscapes. Their album Songs of the Mist Forest, inspired by the documentary El Dragón de los Bosques de Niebla, fuses Szymanski’s guitar with field recordings to highlight endangered species and environmental themes, creating an immersive, nature-inspired performance.

Tuesday 30th June 2026
5pm & 8.45pm  (£25 – £35)
Flight Call
Flight Call is a London-based trio known for soulful, virtuosic vocal harmonies. Comprising Georgia Cécile, Lucy-Anne Daniels, and Pete Horsfall, they fuse jazz, soul, and gospel influences, performing at top venues like the Royal Albert Hall and Cheltenham Jazz Festival with rich, electrifying vocal interplay.

JULY 2026

 

Thursday 2nd July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Connie Han

Hailed by Variety as “one of contemporary jazz’s most talented and inventive musicians” and praised by DownBeat as a “Jazz Warrior-Goddess” with “a skill and ferocity unmatched by all but the most accomplished of pianists”, pianist and composer Connie Han interprets the jazz tradition with her own fiery, contemporary voice.

Friday 3rd July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£35 – £45)

Luke Smith – Up Close and Personal

Acclaimed keyboardist and composer Luke Smith presents an intimate evening Upstairs at Ronnie’s. Known for his work with George Michael, Yusuf/Cat Stevens and Amy Winehouse, he performs with a band of top UK musicians, blending jazz, gospel, funk and soul through original music, new material and inventive covers.

Saturday 4th July 2026

11.15pm (£15)

Late Late Show Upstairs with Leif Kaner-Lidström

Levitation Orchestra pianist Leif presents a cinematic odyssey of music where folk-like harmony and soulful rhythm shine through a veil of intricate and technically challenging virtuosity. 

Sunday 5th July 2026

1pm & 6.45pm (£30 – £40)

Ronnie Scott’s Gospel Choir led by Daniel Thomas
Join the new  Ronnie Scott’s Gospel Choir, led by the renowned Daniel Thomas, every first Sunday at Upstairs at Ronnie’s. Backed by top UK gospel singers and musicians, the choir delivers uplifting gospel favourites, powerful solos, and rich harmonies. With decades of experience performing and directing for artists like Elton John, James Brown, and Luther Vandross, Thomas brings energy, soul, and unforgettable excitement to every performance.

Monday 6th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£30 – £40)

London Tango Quintet

The London Tango Quintet brings together five internationally acclaimed musicians delivering tango at the very highest level. Their performances, refined by two decades immersed in the music of Piazzolla, Salgan and other tango greats, have enthralled festival audiences throughout the UK.

Tuesday 7th July 2026

5pm (£20-£30)

Will Barnes Quartet

Following the success of their debut album Source of the Severn, the Will Barnes Quartet returns with Outside the Light, a bold new collection of original jazz compositions. Drawing inspiration from local folklore and Celtic mythology, the album explores themes of light, seasons and changing landscapes.

Thursday 9th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Chris Cheek feat. Jorge Rossy

Chris Cheek and Jorge Rossy’s musical journey began in the late 80s at Berklee College of Music, where a remarkable chemistry sparked both a lifelong friendship and an enduring artistic partnership. This new quartet performs an entirely original repertoire, leaving generous space for improvisation and collective exploration.

Friday 10th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Daniel Pearce presents House and Home

With over 1.3 billion streams to his name and a voice behind five UK No.1 singles, Daniel Pearce has more than earned his place in the spotlight. You’ve heard him on Dirtee Disco (Dizzee Rascal), Ride It (Regard), Alone No More (Philip George), Wish You Were Mine (Alex Adair) and I Got You (Duke Dumont).

Saturday 11th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£15)
Late Late Show Upstairs with The Nest Sessions
London-born live music platform The Nest Sessions, founded in 2022 by bassist Gili Goldberg, brings jazz, soul, and R&B to Ronnie’s Upstairs.

Sunday 12th July 2026

1pm & 6.45pm (£30-£40)

Marcus Bonfanti

Award-winning singer, guitarist and songwriter Marcus Bonfanti brings his Blues Review show to Ronnie Scott’s. Twice winner of the British Blues Award for Best Acoustic Performer and Best Songwriter as well as countless nominations, Marcus has released three critically acclaimed solo albums and has collaborated with Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and Tom Jones. For this event, Marcus will be playing music that inspired the British Blues Revival of the 1960s, as well as everything after.

Tuesday 14th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£12)

Late Late Show with Lewis Daniel

Hailing from South London, Lewis Daniel is a saxophonist, composer, and arranger whose expansive, intricate, and conceptual work traverses the spectrum of Black music. Drawing on his South London and Caribbean roots, Lewis creates boundary-blurring music that moves fluidly between jazz, hip-hop, and gospel, while bringing in electronic and alternative ideas that reflect his curiosity for innovation.

Saturday 18th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Donovan Haffner

Donovan Haffner, recent winner of the ‘Jazz Newcomer’ category at the Jazz Parliamentary Awards and Breakthrough Act of the Year at the Jazz FM Awards, is an alto saxophonist born and raised in South-East London. Donovan’s growing reputation as a compelling bandleader and composer came to light in a widely praised 2025 tour. His debut album Alleviate, recorded with his band, is a striking contemporary jazz release that captures his rapidly developing talent.

Saturday 18th July 2026 *LATE LATE SHOW*

11.15pm (£15)

Late Late Show Upstairs with N22

A brand-new project from pivotal UK jazz imprint 22a collaborators Tenderlonious, Hamish Balfour, Pete Martin and Tim Carnegie aka N22. Fresh off the back of their sold-out performance of Herbie Hancock’s Thrust at Ronnie Scott’s, the quartet started working tirelessly on some new groove-focused material, drawing inspiration from legends like Weather Report, Joe Henderson, Roy Ayers and The Headhunters.

Sunday 19th July 2026

1pm & 6.45pm (£30-£40)

Buena Vista Live

Formed in 1996 by American guitarist Ry Cooder and Cuban bandleader Juan de Marcos González, the original Buena Vista Social Club brought together Cuba’s finest veteran musicians to revive the island’s rich pre-revolutionary sounds. Their eponymous 1997 album became a global phenomenon, winning a Grammy and celebrating the timeless magic of Cuban music.

Monday 20th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Cellophonics: Wood on the Tracks

Ground-breaking cello quartet Cellophonics bring a dynamic and wide-ranging programme, drawing together contemporary works by Ronnie’s favourites Guy Barker, Callum Au and Rowland Sutherland alongside music inspired by their 16th and 17th Century counterparts, fellow Londoners William Byrd and Henry Purcell. Featuring Chris Allan, Ian Burdge, Tim Lowe and Ben Rogerson, the ensemble showcases the cello’s remarkable versatility, performing with warmth and virtuosity, to bring to life the contrasting characteristics of the instrument.

Thursday 23rd July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Heidi Vogel

Samba soul meets new London jazz in a show blending Heidi’s jazz material with originals and the sounds of Brazil. Vocalist with The Cinematic Orchestra since 2006, Heidi Vogel has opened for Erykah Badu, performed at Montreux Jazz festival for Quincy Jones and appeared live on The Jimmy Kimmel Show, as well as performing at The Royal Albert Hall and The Sydney Opera House. Heidi has racked up an impressive list of collaborations, adding her vocal talents to performances with the likes of Thundercat, Sheila Maurice Grey of Kokoroko, Mark Lewandowski’s tribute to Billie Holiday ‘A Bouquet (for Lady Day)’, Xhosa Cole, Soweto Kinch, and for Bruno Heinen’s quartet The W, among many others.

Saturday 25th July 2026

11.15pm (£15)

Late Late Show Upstairs with Energy Exchange Records

Energy Exchange Records is an independent label operating between Berlin and London. Founded in 2022, the label has broken ground with releases by artists like Oscar Jerome, Allysha Joy, Abase and King Owusu, blending jazz, soulful house, broken beat and analogue-based instrumentation with a strong nod to the dancefloor. Co-founders Ziggy and Lewis lead the charge, bringing the Energy Exchange family together for a night of music that moves between worlds, genres and cities.

Monday 27th July 2026

5pm & 8.45pm (£25 – £35)

Imogen Whitehead and Patrick Milne

Trumpeter Imogen Whitehead and pianist Patrick Milne present a soulful programme spanning George Gershwin, Florence Price and a new work inspired by Miles Davis. The programme highlights Whitehead’s warm, expressive sound – praised as “impeccable” by BBC Radio 3 – across both trumpet and flugelhorn, with Milne bringing sensitivity and nuance from the piano.

Tuesday 28th July 2026

5pm (£20 – £30)

Piano Trio Series: Finn Carter

Led by pianist and composer Finn Carter, the trio features some of London’s most exciting emerging musicians. United by a shared approach to improvisation that prioritises the music over ego, the group draws on a wide range of influences and a deep understanding of the jazz tradition to explore new musical territory every time they play. Carter’s compositions blend jazz, soul, hip hop and free music, creating works that are both personal and accessible.

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