The greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase…
TEENAGE NOSTALGIA featuring all your biggest emo songs in existence with A LIVE BAND & LIVE DJs spinning all the angst your teenage dirtbag heart desires all night long! LIVE Performers, confetti & much more!
Put on your eyeliner, lace up your high-tops and get ready to rock to all your favourite nostalgic emo anthems!
This event is 14+ – Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note this is a standing event.
The day long event features workshops, masterclasses, performances from International Sax Superstar Denys Baptiste plus the North’s leading jazz tenorist/ educator Dean Masser.
Bring your sax and join in the ensemble classes hosted by prolific international sax expert and composer Andy Scott, and also peruse and try out all the latest sax models and paraphernalia at the many trade stalls.
Liverpool Sax Day ticket holders get automatic FREE entrance to the highly anticipated Liverpool International Jazz Festival Denys Baptiste Late Trane Quartet evening concert.
EVENT GUIDE
DOORS OPEN 10:00 AM
Welcome to Liverpool Sax Day 2024 – all daytime events are held in the Cornerstone building – the evening Denys Baptiste Liverpool International Jazz Festival concert is in The Capstone Theatre 200 metres walk across the gardens.
10:00AM – 5:30PM – TRADE SHOW – Ground Floor, Cornerstone Building
On the ground floor of the Cornerstone you will be immediately greeted by the trade exhibition. A host of saxophones, mouthpieces and accessories available to peruse, try, purchase/order – displayed by the leading saxophone manufacturers and companies: Selmer Paris, D’Addario Woodwinds, Lupifaro, Conn-Selmer, Brilhart, Trevor James, Vandoren, Yanagisawa, BG France, BAM cases, Hiscox cases, Legere reeds, Keyleaves, Syos, Barnes & Mullins, Curly Woodwind …
10:30AM – 11:45AM – ANDY SCOTT’S MASS SAX ENSEMBLE – Great Hall, First Floor, Cornerstone Building
Bring your sax and join in the fun! If you’re not familiar with Andy Scott, he is the one of the UK’s leading sax specialists/composers and chances are you’ve played some of his compositions out of popular music publications and examination grades. Multi nominated, British Composer Award winner, founder member of the Apollo Saxophone Quartet, Tutor of Saxophone at Royal Northern College of Music, the list goes on and on! Andy has prepared some great pieces for everyone to play during this ensemble class. You’ll be able to play with many other sax enthusiasts and gain some useful technical hints from the great man himself. Suitable for ALL players, ALL levels (there will be simple and more advanced parts available)- bring your music stand!
In association with Henri Selmer Paris, Vandoren Paris & Astute Music
12:30PM – 2:00PM – DENYS BAPTISTE MASTERCLASS -Warehouse Theatre, Ground Floor, Cornerstone Building
An up close and personal masterclass with Liverpool International Jazz Festival’s headlining act, the critically acclaimed saxophonist and composer Denys Baptiste.
Mercury Music Prize for An Album Of The Year 1999, MOBO Award for Best Jazz Act 1999, 2000 British Jazz Award for Rising Star 2000, Parliamentary Jazz Award for Best Album 2004, BBC Jazz Award for Best New Work 2004, MOBO for Best Jazz Act 2004, Jazz FM Award Nomination for Best Album and Best Live Event 2018.
In this masterclass Denys talks about his approach to saxophone playing, performance, improvisation and so on, giving a useful insight prior to the evening’s performance over in the Capstone Theatre. Suitable for ALL players (you do NOT need your instrument).
2:30PM – 3:45PM – ANDY SCOTT’S MASS SAX ENSEMBLE WITH RHYTHM SECTION – Great Hall, First Floor, Cornerstone Building
Bring your sax and join in the fun! The second Ensemble class of the day gives you the opportunity to perform Andy’s compositions with a live rhythm section. Again, Andy will be directing and giving tips on various techniques throughout the class. Suitable for ALL players (there will be simple and more advanced parts available) – bring your music stand!
In association with Henri Selmer Paris, Vandoren Paris & Astute Music
4:15PM – 5:30PM – DEAN MASSER WORKSHOP – Warehouse Theatre, Ground Floor, Cornerstone Building
To round off the afternoon’s session the North’s leading bop tenor master unveils useful tips and tricks to boost your improvisational skills, tone, timing, technique.
After graduating from Leeds College of Music, Dean Masser became a member of the Jack Parnell Quartet, which recorded a live album during a week-long stint at Ronnie Scott’s. Since then, Dean has played alongside many of the leading names in British jazz at numerous venues and festivals. He has many television and radio appearances to his credit, and released his first album as leader in 2010.
“Dean has always had a great sound, and this album captures it beautifully.” – Julian Siegal , “Old School” CD release. Suitable for ALL players (you do NOT need your instrument).
In association with BG France
*** CORNERSTONE CAFE will be open throughout the day serving a wide selection of hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks. ***
7:30PM – 10:00PM – DENYS BAPTISTE LATE TRANE QUARTET, LIVERPOOL INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL – The Capstone Theatre
Denys Baptiste – saxophones , Nikki Yeoh – piano, Larry Bartley – bass , Rod Youngs – drums
Born in London of St Lucian parents in 1969, Denys studied music at school from the age of 13 and, in 1990, went on to study at the West London Institute (Brunel University). In 1992, he continued his music education at London’s Guildhall School of Music, studying under former Jazz Messenger, Jean Toussaint.
From the moment he joined the London jazz circuit, Denys displayed extraordinary talent, energy and commitment. Spotted by veteran Jazz Warriors double bassist, Gary Crosby at the bassist’s regular Tomorrow’s Warriors jam sessions, Denys was immediately invited to join Crosby’s new band, Nu Troop. Since then, Denys has soared in his development as a soloist and bandleader, earning enormous respect from his peers.
His colossal talent – based on a powerful technique and an ability to improvise fluently and effortlessly across a wide range of musical styles – is matched only by his unfettered energy which takes him and his audiences into the musical stratosphere. An evening with Denys guarantees a display of unsuppressed expression, ranging from sweet “saxuality” to breathtaking, edge-of-your-seat virtuosity. Over the years, Denys has evolved into what the Time Magazine describes as “the icon of British jazz”, with a most distinctive and immediately recognisable sound.
A much sought after soloist, Denys has played/recorded with some of the biggest names in jazz and other genres including McCoy Tyner, Andrew Hill, Ernest Ranglin, Bheki Mseleku, Marvin “Smitty” Smith, Michael Bowie, Courtney Pine, Manu Dibango, Gary Crosby, Steve Williamson, Julian Joseph, Jason Rebello, Martin Taylor, Lonnie Plaxico, Ralph Moore, Billy Higgins, Jerry Dammers, Sean Oliver, Jean Carne, Marlena Shaw, Noel McCoy, Juliet Roberts, Incognito, Jazz Jamaica, and others of distinction.
Tonight’s concert features tracks from Denys’ latest album The Late Trane. Denys reimagines and reworks ten carefully chosen compositions from John Coltrane’s late music (from 1963 – 1967) with a fresh and modern new interpretation, The Late Trane perfectly balances Baptiste’s unique artistic vision with the visceral emotions and cosmic references that encompasses Coltrane’s late music. The Late Trane received 4* review in the national and international press and was nominated for 2 Jazz FM awards.
Following record breaking attendances last year, Africa Oyé will take over Sefton Park once again for two packed days of live music, dance, workshops, DJ stages, food stalls, traders and more.
The much-loved event will this year take place on 22 and 23 June 2024 with the festival running from 12:30pm to 9:30pm both days.
The powerful and creative force of Les Amazones d’Afrique will close proceedings on Saturday 22 June, whilst Julian Marley, fresh off his Grammy win for Best Reggae Album earlier this month, tops the bill on Sunday with his band, The Uprising.
Also announced to perform are Senegalese electronic rising stars Def MaMa Def alongside Tanzanian folk-fusion singers, The Zawose Queens.
Beginning over three decades ago in 1992 as a series of shows in the city centre, the Africa Oyé Festival has evolved into one of Liverpool’s most beloved annual events, attracting artists and attendees from across the world.
With the infrastructure costs of the festival rising more and more each year however, organisers have once again faced an uphill battle to keep the event free and open to all for 2024.
Paul Duhaney, Artistic Director of Africa Oyé, said: “This is the people’s festival and the whole dynamic of the event would change if we had to start charging. We’ll fight for as long as we can to make sure that doesn’t happen. We’re currently looking at private sponsorship to cover the rising costs to support our funders at Arts Council England and Liverpool City Council. And of course as a charity, every donation and merchandise sale from the public goes a long way so please do keep supporting if you want us to remain free.”
The Oyé Active Zone on site will once again be hosted by Liverpool’s world dance charity Movema, and audiences can expect the usual array of multi-arts workshops across the whole weekend, for all ages and abilities. The increasingly-popular DJ stages Trenchtown and Freetown are also confirmed to return with a line-up of local selectors and MCs to be announced later in the spring.
The first of the main stage artists will be revealed next month and young local artists who applied to play the festival will soon find out whether they made it onto this year’s Oyé Introduces programme, which sees up-and-coming North West talent showcased on the line-up alongside the international heavyweights.
Oyé’s ethos of being ‘free and open to all’ also means that the popular Access Tent, on-stage British Sign Language translators and the Accessible Viewing Platform will all return for this year’s festival.
Africa Oyé are also celebrating a nomination for the People’s Choice Prize at the LCR Culture and Creativity Awards for the second year running, with voting open to the public now until 5pm on Monday 5th February.
This year’s Africa Oyé festival will take place on 22 & 23 June 2023, in Liverpool’s Sefton Park from 12:30pm til 9:30pm both days and entrance is FREE.
Photo Credit: Mark McNulty
Join the team at The Atkinson for Love Folk Festival; a celebration of traditional, upcoming and alternative folk music.
Headliners The Magpie Arc and Merry Hell are joined by Frankie Archer, NATI, Harp and a Monkey, Iona Lane and Chris Fox.
In addition to the main stage, Fatea will once again be hosting the Busk Love Folk acoustic stage.
The bar will showcase a series of guest ales and our award-winning café, A Great Little Place, will be providing a selection of delicious homemade food for you to enjoy.
Picture yourself in a boat on a river – the Mersey of course, and join Mersey Swing for Lindy in the Sky with Diamonds swing dance festival.
With international teachers, four levels, and three parties in two boss venues, you’ll be wishing this weekender lasted eight days a week (it’s only 3!)
A brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Join the world’s top adventure filmmakers and thrill-seekers as they climb, ski, paddle and ride into the wildest corners of the planet!
Doors open at 6:45pm and films start at 7.30pm. Seating is UNRESERVED so please arrive early if you have preferred seats.
RED FILM PROGRAMME
Concession tickets are available for full time students, under 16s, unemployed and over 60s (please bring along proof of your concession eligibility).
If you have any access requirements please contact them directly.
Age Rating – 12A
Liverpool International Jazz Festival (LIJF) was established in 2013 by Liverpool Hope University, and in previous years has included performances from some of Jazz music’s leading lights.
The emphasis of the Festival is on contemporary instrumental jazz in a variety of styles with a focus on presenting work from an international selection of world class artists, taking audience members on a musical journey that traverses numerous genres and cross-genres.
The next incarnation of Liverpool International Jazz Festival will take place from Thurs 22nd Feb to Sun 25th Feb 2024 at Liverpool Hope University’s Capstone Theatre and will be the eleventh incarnation of the Festival. It will include music from some of the most exciting figures in contemporary jazz including concerts by Tommy Smith & Gwilym Simcock, David Helbock’s Austrian Syndicate, Attuned Quartet, Yolanda Charles Project pH Instra-mentals and Denys Baptiste: Late Trane. Alongside this there will be a series of other events, to be announced, championing local artists.
A Diwali celebration featuring live music, dance, magic, henna, and storytelling from Indika Festival, and Bundo’s desi twist on brunch.
Bundobust are teaming up with Indika Festival for a celebratory Diwali brunch. Expect live music, dance, magic, henna painting, storytelling and fantastic food.
Your ticket includes three menus from Bundo’s desi brunch menu, alongside unlimited chai and magical entertainment.
INDIKA festival of Indian arts and culture takes over the Liverpool City Region this November.
As part of the festival their Story Hunters will hold a very special Diwali session, with time for children to explore the Storybarn, take part in some Diwali inspired storytelling, and create their own magical tale and craft.
Embark on a mesmerising journey through ‘The Forest Dream,’ a breathtaking fusion of dance styles that will immerse you in a powerful exploration of our planet’s climatic crisis. Join us as we shed light on the urgent issues plaguing our world, such as deforestation and unbridled industrialisation.
Through the enchanting lens of Indian mythology, this production unveils the extraordinary tale of ‘The Forest Man of India.’ Witness his unwavering dedication to reviving the Majuli islands, nestled in the mighty and sometimes tempestuous Brahmaputra river. Experience the profound bond he shares with the goddess of forests, ‘Aranyani,’ whose very existence now hangs in the balance.
Immerse yourself in the harmonious fusion of Carnatic music, western soundscapes, and the seamless integration of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and contemporary dance forms.This intergenerational masterpiece speaks volumes as it reflects the struggles faced by our present and future generations, delivering an urgent call to mend our ways.