Jazz Sundays
Live Jazz every Sunday at Söderberg Pavilion!
at 5.30pm
Line up:
Nathan Somevi Duo
2nd November
Nathan Somevi, a Ghanaian-born British musician, honed his musical talents in the vibrant atmosphere of church performances during his upbringing. Inspired by his roots, he embarked on a musical journey enriched by diverse influences. Among his inspirations, the innovative guitar stylings of Charlie Hunter have left an indelible mark on Somevi's sound, particularly his use of hybrid guitars blending bass and guitar elements, contributing to the captivating essence of his musical projects.
Throughout his career, Somevi's talent has not gone unnoticed. He was honored with nominations for both the Scottish Alternative Music Award in 2020 and the Scottish Jazz Award in 2023, affirming his impact on the contemporary music scene. While initially recognized for his contributions as a session musician, the challenges presented by the pandemic encouraged Somevi to explore new avenues, leading him to discover the joy of creating his own music and finding fulfillment in expressing his unique musical voice.
Kat Brooks
9th November
Kat has built a reputation for herself as fierce front-woman and high-energy vocalist in Edinburgh over the past few years. Now she will be sharing some of her favourite songs to perform in this intimate setting, inspired by some of her favourite singers such as Etta James and Nina Simone. This is your chance to catch Kat exploring the warmth and depth of some jazz classics as well as lesser-known gems.
Nicole Smit DUO
16th November
Nicole Smit is a distinguished jazz and blues vocalist renowned around Scotland for her uplifting and authentic performances drenched in the history of blues. With a sultry, silky smooth voice, she delivers exceptional interpretations of standards inspired by the likes of Dinah Washington, Etta Jones and Billie Holiday, bringing both reverence for jazz masters and her own contemporary sensibility to classic material.
At the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival, Nicole has presented "The Travelling Tent Show" in the George Square Spiegeltent, paying tribute to blues legends like Bessie Smith and Ma Rainey. As a well-known Edinburgh-based singer, she maintains multiple projects including "Queens of The Blues" performances and regularly collaborates with local musicians, establishing herself as one of Scotland's premier jazz vocalists with the emotional authenticity that has made her a beloved figure in the Scottish music scene.
Gary Laidlaw & Ed Kelly
23rd November
Gary Laidlaw has established himself as one of Edinburgh's most in-demand jazz guitarists, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation with effortless style. With one foot planted firmly in the jazz lineage and the other exploring contemporary sounds, Gary draws from an eclectic palette of influences to create something uniquely his own. For this intimate performance, he'll be joined by Ed Kelly on double bass - another sought-after voice on the Scottish jazz scene - as they navigate everything from timeless standards to more adventurous territory. This is a rare opportunity to experience two of Scotland's finest musicians in conversation, exploring the full spectrum of the guitar-bass tradition.