Informal monthly jazz jam session hosted by saxophonist Bruce Hunnisett, open to musicians and listeners.
The Derby Jazz Jam is back at Dubrek Studios on Wednesday 11 November, starting at 7:00 pm. It's one of the monthly jazz jam sessions run by Derby Jazz, and this one is hosted by saxophonist Bruce Hunnisett. If you've been around the local scene for a while, you'll know the format: it's a night open to musicians and listeners alike, so you can either bring your instrument and get involved or just turn up and watch.
The session is run by The Jazz Collective, and they describe it as an informal, welcoming environment for improving jazz players and singers. The whole point is to give anyone who turns up a chance to play in a friendly, supportive atmosphere, so it's as much about the people as it is about the music. Whether you're a regular on the circuit or someone who's been practicing in your living room and is looking for a low-pressure way to get out on stage, it's designed for you. And if you're not playing, you're more than welcome to just listen.
It's also part of something bigger than a single night. The jam sits within the wider East Midlands jazz network, so it's one of several sessions running across the region rather than a standalone thing. That means it's a good way to meet other players from around the area, not just the ones you'll run into in Derby.
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All the practicals are straightforward: it's at Dubrek Studios, 67 Bridge St, Derby DE1 3LB, on Wednesday 11 November from 7:00 pm, and entry is £5.
