SoundCellar presents: In Our Own Space Thursday 4th June sees the start of a series of performances via the Zoom platform to bring some regular and some new SoundCellar artists direct to your ‘own space’. The schedule for Thursday will be 8.15pm start, a one set performance followed by a Q&A session with the artist. […]
More than 16 months after we were last able to present a live performance in the ‘real world’ (5th March last year), we are so pleased to kick off a new era and relaunch SoundCellar at a new venue with the house band and their soulful blend of swing and funk grooves. Ticket link below […]
The Sound of BlueNote consists of five of the most prominent musicians in the South of England, who pay tribute to the legendary jazz record label - BlueNote Records. Focusing on the iconic period of the 1950’s and 60’s, the band play tunes by BlueNote legends Hank Mobley, Freddie Hubbard, Art Blakey, Horace Silver and […]
Acclaimed pianist JOHN LAW returns to SoundCellar with his trio to present his unique take on standards and original compositions. John has played at over fifty festivals worldwide & worked with musicians such as Gwilym Simcock, Jason Rebello, Tim Garland & Andy Sheppard. Ticket link below John Law - piano Ben Taylor - bass Andy […]
Thokozile were formed on the back of a British Council music exchange back to South Africa in 2010. Performing at the legendary ‘Footprints of South Africa concert’ at Poole Lighthouse, their vibrant world and acid jazz influenced sound received such a positive reception, they have continued to sporadically perform ever since, at festivals such as […]
Making his SoundCellar debut, Lukas Oravec is a world-renowned, phenomenal trumpet player from Slovakia. He has played and recorded with many famous jazz artists from around the globe such as Aaron Goldberg, Bob Mintzer, Vincent Herring, Wayne Escoffery, Peter Erskine, Miroslav Vitous and Danny Grissett. Ticket link below Lukas established the 'Lukas Oravec Quartet' in early […]
Guitarist Steve Banks plays SoundCellar for the first time and with his quintet presents his original compositions, encompassing deep contemporary grooves, Brazilian and swing influences, lush harmonies and memorable melodic hooks. The rich and dynamic musical landscapes created by the quintet are redolent of The Impossible Gentlemen, Maria Schneider, Fred Hersch and Bill Frisell, providing […]
Southampton born guitarist Gareth Fowler has been based in New York City since 2016. Tonight he joins forces with virtuoso saxophonist Ian Ellis to front a very special quartet that also features Ben Taylor on bass and Andy Chapman on drums. Ticket link below Since graduating from the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied privately […]
Having played at SoundCellar in a number of different line ups since his debut for us in 2011, Nicolas Meier returns with his acclaimed NICOLAS MEIER WORLD GROUP. Ticket link below Originally hailing from Switzerland, UK-based musician Nicolas has carved out a reputation as one of the world's most original and uniquely talented guitarists. Drawing […]
Having played SoundCellar in 2011, as well as being one of our successful lockdown In Our Own Space artists last year, we welcome back PHILIP CLOUTS and his Quartet, bringing us melodic jazz with inspirations from around the world. Ticket link below Please note the venue is upstairs at THE AVOCET (formerly The Cow - […]
POINTLESS BEAUTY is the ongoing passion project of bassist, digital artist, composer and producer Al Swainger. Ticket link below Please note the venue is upstairs at THE AVOCET (formerly The Cow - next to Parkstone Railway Station) Growing up Al learned to play a variety of instruments (bass, piano, french horn, guitar), program computer sequencers, […]
We are making this gig available as a livestream over Zoom for those who are unable to attend in person. POINTLESS BEAUTY is the ongoing passion project of bassist, digital artist, composer and producer Al Swainger. Click here for tickets to come to the physical gigLivestream Ticket link below Growing up Al learned to play […]
Vocalist Véronique Joly and saxophonist Terry Quinney present a quintet, which plays the cool Bossa Nova sounds of Stan Getz and Astrud and Joao Gilberto. Ticket link below Parisian born singer Véronique Joly started performing live at the age of seventeen, working in the Paris music scene before moving to London in 1992. She has […]
AMAZING OFFERS
15% pre-show food discount at The Grasshopper. Our regular host The Grasshopper, is kindly offering a 15% discount on food from their restaurant prior to every SoundCellar gig! Just show your ticket for that evening’s performance (the ticket QR code on your phone, or a printout). A table must be booked here or tel: 01202 741463 and food orders placed at least 60 minutes prior to the start time of the gig (eg by 6:30pm for a 7:30pm start).
(2) For young people: (i) U18s – FREE entry when accompanied by an adult; (ii) Age 18 to 25 – entry £10 (with NUS / TOTUM card). Simply select the relevant ticket option when booking. The offers are available for most of our gigs – please check individual listings for details. They are subject to seat availability, so for some gigs, it’s best to book early to avoid disappointment.
Parking is free at The Grasshopper but you must register your vehicle at the bar.
