Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra

Monday 26 August

The UK’s finest big band direct from Soho’s legendary club 

Paul Simon’s Graceland

WITH

RE-IMAGINED BY THE

London African Gospel Choir

Claire Martin
&
Ray Gelato

Swinging
at the
Cotton Club

Settle in for a swinging afternoon and evening of live jazz, headlined by the UK’s finest big band the Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra.

Directed by wise-cracking MD Pete Long, the 18-piece band’s exciting brew of virtuoso ensemble playing with killer solo contributions will delight jazz fans from newcomers to regulars. The orchestra will be joined by guest singers, direct from the legendary Soho club, celebrating the music of Ella Fitzgerald to Stevie Wonder, Cab Calloway to Frank Sinatra, Chaka Khan and many more!

Supporting will be the London African Gospel Choir bringing their joyous interpretation of Paul Simon’s Graceland album with a full live band, while UK jazz royalty Claire Martin OBE and Ray Gelato join forces on-stage for a tour de force of feel-good classics.   

Last but not least, the action-packed Swinging at the Cotton Club celebrate the music, dance, and songs of the Cotton Club – New York City’s legendary nightclub of the 1920s and ‘30s - featuring a full swing band and the Lindy Hop Dance Company.

With support from

  • London African Gospel Choir

  • Claire Martin & Ray Gelato

  • Swinging at the Cotton Club

 Show Times 

Gates - 2.00pm 

Performances throughout the day with timings to follow.

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra - 8.15pm

Close - 9.30pm approx.

Intervals – 30 minutes break between each performance 

Ticket Options

  • GENERAL

    Pack your picnics, bring a blanket and settle in for a long Bank Holiday Monday of live music.

    General admission tickets give access to the event and our spacious main picnic areas, plus the KERB street food & bars, family activities and more. 

    Please note: chairs are permitted a little further back from stage to protect the views of those that arrive the earliest - please see event map for areas.  

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  • Gold Circle

    New for 2024. Get closer to the action in our Gold Circle Picnic Area.

    Arrive at your leisure safe in the knowledge you’ve got a great spot right in front of the stage with the best views in the house. 

    Please note chairs are not provided in the Gold Circle Picnic Area for Monday’s show, however customers are welcome to bring their own camping chairs.   

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  • Indulge in our Diamond Experience with Gold Circle and VIP Garden access, luxury toilets and more.

    Access to the Gold Circle Picnic Area, closest to stage with fantastic views and sound.

    Relax before and during the show in our VIP Garden, set within beautiful giant tipi tents with luxury toilets, its own bar and alfresco seating areas.

    A complimentary show programme and a glass of fizz on arrival to set the mood for the perfect summer’s afternoon ahead. 

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