Each year, The House That Soul Built attends the EFG London Jazz Festival – perhaps the highlight of the capital’s musical calendar. Last year, we covered the likes of Norah Jones, Samara Joy, and Cécile McLorin Salvant. This multi-venue festival has something for everyone – especially for those who want a bit of soul and blues in the mix. Read our top picks for shows to check out!
Jazz Voice @ Royal Festival Hall – 15 Nov [TICKETS]
Celebrating the power and dynamism of the human voice, this gala kicks of each iteration of London Jazz Fest. Guy Barker, joined this year by special guest Peter Edwards, and his EFG London Jazz Festival Orchestra will back an eclectic range of soloists, performing material of their choosing: Marisa Monte, Veronica Swift, Damian Lewis, Tony Momrelle, Cherise, Lucy Anne Daniels, Kyra and IAMTHELIVING.
Zara McFarlane @ Jazz Cafe – 17 Nov [TICKETS]
This year, Tomorrow’s Warriors alumna Zara McFarlane released an album in tribute to Sarah Vaughan, spanning Vaughan staples like ‘Tenderly’ and more obscure material like the Brazilian-inspired ‘Obsession’. After a wonderful showing at Ronnie Scott’s earlier this year, McFarlane will be performing the album at Camden’s Jazz Cafe.
Nina Kristofferson @ The Pheasantry – 20 Nov [TICKETS]
Often sporting a popular homage to Billie Holiday, jazz singer Nina Kristofferson will be gracing the stage of The Pheasantry in Chelsea, West London performing material from the Great American Songbook. Expect Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Nina Simone, and more!
Rumer @ Queen Elizabeth Hall – 22 Nov [TICKETS]
Rumer’s debut album Seasons of My Soul (2010) showcased the blue-eyed soul singer’s gorgeously mellow voice, reminiscent of Karen Carpenter. She will be performing the album at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, with musical direction from the seasoned Vula Malinga.
Imelda May @ Royal Festival Hall – 23 Nov [TICKETS]
A stunning voice of raspy power, Imelda May has traversed rockabilly, rock, soul, jazz, and more. Her headline concert at the Royal Festival Hall, featuring undisclosed ‘special guests’, is sure to be a knockout.
