Sunday Jazz at Whighams
Our famed jazz club was started back in March 2009 by two friends – local jazz musician Kevin Dorrian and jazz enthusiast Graeme Knox, regularly welcoming a crowd that reaches well into three figures every week. It has become one of the leading weekly jazz club’s in the UK – continually attracting some of the biggest names in jazz from around Scotland, the rest of the UK and Internationally. We’ve featured a raft of styles from the ‘Golden Age’ jazz of the early 20th century, Dixieland, Gypsy Jazz, West Coast, Be-Bop and of course some fantastic re-workings of The Great American Songbook.
A £5 cover charge per person is applicable for Jazz performances. This insures we can continue to support live music on a weekly basis.
All times 7-9:15 unless otherwise stated.
April 26
19th
Dahna!
New York songstress Dahna is one of the hottest prospects performing on the current Scottish Jazz Scene. A tremendous vocalist with an immaculate and unerring sense of timing and rhythm, Dahna truly packs a punch as a singer who can wring every emotion for a song – whether it’s hard bop or a soulful ballad. Tonight, she’ll be backed by her usual quartet Don’t miss her!!
26th
Stephen Duffy & his Quartet
The urbane, debonair, and sartorially marvellous Mr Duffy is a supreme jazz singer who lists so many of the greatest jazz vocalists – particularly Ella – as his heroes. His verve and swing match them all – He’s the consummate entertainer and one that will particularly delight the Whighams’ posse this evening.
May 26
3rd
5:30-7:30pm
The Singers’ Showcase (hosted by Liz Dicks)
All singers welcomed and be accompanied by Campbell Normand (piano) and Jimmy Taylor (d.bass)
8:00-10:15pm
The Monthly Jazz Jam Session (hosted by Nick Gould – tenor sax)
Come on down and perform at the very popular jam session. All musicians welcome.
10th
Tenement Jazz Band
A resounding favourite at Whighams Jazz Club – “The Tenements” have been purveying their particular brand of Old School/New Orleans Jazz for some years now. Always busy – always difficult to pin them down, but we’ve done that tonight. You’ll love the easy-listening vibe of this great band which recalls the years of Prohibition and that ‘old time’ jazz music when it was the preserve of Deep South Louisiana.
17th
Bossa Trio
Fronted by Portuguese singer/guitarist, Sergio Prazares, Bossa Trio has kept the flame alight for authenticating that wonderful rhythmic sound of Brazil, bringing a shimmering and scintillating pulse to a myriad of Brazilian music. Indeed, the music transports you to the bustle of the Rio Carnival, the warmth of the Copacabana Beach and the intensity of the Favelas.
His stunning guitar and vocal (all sung in Portuguese), resonates beautifully with the majesty of Brazil’s colourful musical tradition. With Sergio, his regular Bossa Trio bandmates Nick Gould (tenor sax) and Kevin Dorrian (drums/percussion) bring extra vibrancy to the music. Dreaming of Rio and The Copacabana? Tonight – Brazil come to you!
24th
Jordan Jackson and her Trio
As part of a UK tour, we’re delighted to welcome Jordan Jackson this evening. Jordan is a singer and pianist from London, now based in Copenhagen. She sings soulful covers accompanying herself on piano – her voice is firmly in the mould of Corrine Bailey Rae, Amy Winehouse, and Erykah Badu. She performs originals and jazz standards and will include including music from her latest CD .
She has also performed at renowned venues such as Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, The Jazz Cafe and in 2018 she had the honour of opening for the legendary Gloria Gaynor at the Happy Days Festival. She’s a true delight and tonight, accompanied by a trio led by Campbell Normand on piano, she’ll bring some exceptional jazz and soul to Whighams.
31st
Abbie Finn Quartet
One definitely not to miss!! Abbie Finn is a drummer and composer hailing from the North-East of England. Her work has been described as ‘Exceptional British Jazz’ by Jazz FM and as a ‘crucial member of the thriving North-East jazz scene.’
She has released several of her own albums to date, one of which was funded by the Ronnie Scott’s Charitable Foundation and launched at the Pizza Express Jazz Club in Soho, London. She and her band have performed across the UK at many venues and festivals, and we are delighted to welcome her tonight in a quartet which will include the outstanding Harry Keeble on tenor sax and the immense talent of Dean Stockdale on piano.
Wine Tastings
Want to expand your wine knowledge or just try new things. We have options for you.
Pop in anytime and try one of our 5 wine flights. Each flight consists of 4 wines to try with handy notes to tell you more.
On the 22nd April 2026, join us for an unforgettable evening of exploration at our Sping Wine Tasting, travel the globe without leaving Edinburgh! Trade-style, plenty of wines to try, a few nibbles, and lots of time to wander, taste, and chat with the team.
Spaces are limited – get your tickets now to secure your spot!
If you want to hold a taking for more than 12 people please email [email protected] with your requirements.
Seated tastings can be arranged for up to 30 people.