This July Jazz at Trades is exicited to welcome a very special guest, Reiss Ellis Beckles on alto saxophone!

Reiss is a dynamic saxophonist, composer, and educator, based in London. A graduate of the esteemed Trinity Laban Conservatoire Of Music and Dance, Reiss honed his craft in jazz performance and composition, earning a degree that served as a springboard for his development in the music world. Seeking further musical enlightenment, he ventured across the pond to New York’s Aaron Copland School Of Music, Queens College, where he attained his Masters in Jazz Performance under the mentorship of luminaries such as Antonio Hart, Jeb Patton, and David Berkman, among others.

Throughout his illustrious career, Reiss has graced stages alongside a constellation of stars, including Halsey, Jessie J, and Robin Thicke, while sharing musical wisdom with legends like Jimmy Heath and John Faddis. From the intimate ambiance of Smalls Jazz Club in NYC to the iconic stages of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Reiss’s performances have captivated audiences worldwide. With each note he plays and every melody he crafts, Reiss Ellis Beckles continues to explore the boundaries of his musical expression. Reiss will be joined for this gig by a great rhythm section of Rowan Hudson (piano), Tom Rivière (double bass) and Mark Hale (drums).

Our two tier pricing system aims to strike a balance between making our event accessible for all, whilst trying to ensure we can pay the musicians a fair wage for their performance. Please consider paying the full ticket price of £10 if you can, to help support our musicians and help to cover the costs involved in running the night.

Another evening not to be missed, we hope you can join us! Doors at 7pm, music from 8pm