Jazz At St Andrews: Tony Kofi - Miles and Bird

If you follow the local jazz scene, you probably know about the regular Friday night sessions at St Andrews in Hove. The series, Jazz At St Andrews, often brings in some serious talent, and they have a big one lined up for the spring. Mark your calendars for Friday, May 1, 2026, because that’s when the highly regarded saxophonist Tony Kofi is scheduled to perform. Kofi is a major figure in British jazz right now, and this particular show is titled 'Miles and Bird'. The venue, as usual for the series, is St Andrews Church on Church Road in Hove (BN3 2FN).

The 'Miles and Bird' title gives you a good idea of the focus. The performance is set to celebrate the centenary of Miles Davis, which is a huge milestone in jazz history. Kofi himself is known for his improvisational style, which often echoes the legendary Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker. For this event, he’ll be diving into some fundamental recordings that came out of the partnership between Parker and Davis. He won't be alone on stage; the full band includes Chris Coull on trumpet, Tim Wells on piano, Paul Whitten on double bass, and Angus Bishop on drums. It sounds like a solid group ready to tackle that classic repertoire.

This is an early evening gig, fitting the usual schedule for the St Andrews series. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the music starts promptly at 6:00 PM, wrapping up around 8:00 PM. It’s a paid event, and admission for the Tony Kofi concert is £16.50, which includes the booking fee. While the series sometimes offers lower general admission prices, this cost is specific to this featured performance. Given the focus on classic jazz history and the caliber of the musicians involved, it’s definitely aimed at adults and serious jazz enthusiasts looking for a focused, high-quality performance right here in Brighton and Hove.