THE VERDICT
12th Anniversary Celebration
Nominated APPJA Jazz Venue of the Year 2022/23/24
The Verdict is a multi award winning grass roots music venue, the only full time Jazz venue outside of London in the south of England, it has been named as one of the 10 top jazz clubs in Europe by The Guardian. Weekly hosting the best in jazz music with Top International acts, playing blues, swing, funk, Latin Jazz and fusion.
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The Verdict Jazz Jam
Thursday October 10
Doors 8pm Show 9pm
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The Verdict Jazz Jam
Attention jazz lovers and budding musicians! Come join us for an extraordinary evening of live jazz at The Verdict Jazz Club, right in the heart of Brighton. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just beginning your musical journey, our Jammin' Jazz Night is the perfect stage for you to shine or simply bask in the enchanting world of jazz.
**Event Highlights:**
- **Open Jam Session:** Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your passion for jazz, and dive into our open jam session. Feel the groove, improvise, and create magic alongside fellow musicians in a welcoming and supportive environment.
- **Live Jazz Performances:** Be captivated by thrilling live performances from some of Brighton's top jazz talents. Let the music inspire you and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of jazz.
- **Meet and Connect:** Mingle with fellow jazz enthusiasts, musicians, and local artists. Forge connections that could lead to exciting new musical collaborations.
- **Delicious Drinks and Food:** Enhance your jazz experience with a variety of craft cocktails, fine wines, and tasty bites from our menu.
**Admission:**
- **Musicians:** Free (Bring your instrument and join the jam!)
- **General Admission:** £6 (Tickets available at the door)
**Note:**
Arrive early to secure your spot in the jam session. All instrumentalists, vocalists, and jazz aficionados are welcome, regardless of skill level! Let’s unite through the spirit of jazz in a night filled with rhythm, melody, and improvisation.
Don't miss this chance to be part of Brighton's vibrant jazz community. Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and let the jazz flow at The Verdict. We can't wait to see you there!
For more information and updates, visit our website at [www.verdictjazz.com](http://www.verdictjazz.com) or follow us on social media @VerdictJazz.
Beyond The Blue
Friday October 11
Doors 7pm Show 8.30pm
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Jude Lane - Piano, Comp/Arr
Alex Bresh - Bass
Jonah Phillips - Drums
Joe Tzabar - Guitar
Cubby Howard - Cello
Cam Rossi - Tenor Sax
Jack Devonshire - Alto Sax
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Beyond the Blue are an exciting, up-and-coming London-based Jazz band. They have played a number of sell-out shows in venues ranging from The Vortex Jazz Club to Hootananny Brixton to Milton Court Concert Hall as a part of the EFG London Jazz Festival. They have opened for established artists such as Blue Lab Beats, Ebi Soda and Rosie Frater-Taylor. The recent additions of alto sax, tenor sax and cello, mark an evolution in the band’s sound, alongside new original material that draws influence from a wide range of genres: UK dance music, jazz and classical music. Their latest release, a four-track live session, reimagines their previous quartet material in a dynamic septet setting that sets the tone for a future album release in 2024.
“…their sound crosses genres and pushes boundaries whilst retaining their roots in the UK jazz scene.” - Voicemag UK (live show review), https://www.voicemag.uk/review/10984/review-future-jazz
Jasper Høiby's 3 Elements
Saturday October 12
Doors 7pm Show 8.30pm
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“The brilliant bass player, Jasper Høiby, outstanding music”
- GILLES PETERSON
“Høiby fashions his pieces so the lines between freedom and form are beautifully blurred, the
music flows as a tumultuous organic whole –
everything belongs, nothing is forced.”
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MOJO
“The intricate, information-dense linear arrangements and tightly plotted rhythm tracks that
characterised Phronesis are here relaxed so that the music is allowed to flow and breathe.”
- Editors Choice, JAZZWISE ****
“3 Elements” offers an uncompromising and robust sound palette, which recalls the groove of
Phronesis while being distinguished by the richness of the charismatic and unique sound of
Høiby's bass.
- RADIO FRANCE
“3Elements” offers a compelling, uncompromising, and robust sonic palette reminiscent of the
groove-centric Phronesis, whilst being enriched by Høiby’s unmistakably charismatic bass sound.
- UKVibe *****
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Jasper Høiby - 3Elements
As the founding member of Phronesis, one of the most talked about and acclaimed European bands during the last decade, Jasper Høiby now returns with his new piano trio 3Elements. With a melodic and bold sound of visceral and kinetic musical interplay and featuring a revolving line-up of some of Europe’s best young talent, his latest release ‘Like Water’ features piano prodigy Chaerin Im from South Korea and Jamie Peet, a uniquely eclectic drummer from the Netherlands. Since creating his first band in 2005, Copenhagen-born London based bassist Jasper Høiby has gained recognition for his fresh and dynamic approach to jazz, blending intricate compositions with spontaneous improvisation. With Høiby's bass playing at the forefront, he has released a string of highly acclaimed albums and toured extensively around the globe, captivating audiences with his various groups which include Phronesis, Fellow Creatures and Planet B. His music transcends genres, combining elements of contemporary jazz and European folky influences with cutting edge improvisation.
Since 2010, Jasper Høiby has emerged as a pivotal artist within Edition Records, choosing the label as the exclusive home for all his musical releases. His collaborations span across a spectrum of the jazz scene's luminaries including Tigran Hamasyan, Jason Lindner, Jeff Ballard, Shai Maestro, Mark Guiliana, Verneri Pohjola, Marius Neset, Django Bates, Sun Mi Hong, Miquel Zenón, Louis Cole, Makaya McCraven, Ben Lamar Gay, Wolfgang Muthspiel and Kit Downes. He has appeared at jazz clubs, concert halls and festivals across the world and in 2012 won the Copenhagen Jazz Festival's 'Young Spirit Award' alongside honorary award winners Jack DeJohnette and Palle Mikkelborg.
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