The Eastside Rhythm Kings have for the last decade been playing at
The Gladiator Club in Oxford on the last Tuesday of every month.
Their next live gig is on Tuesday, 25th June 2024.

Jazz & Jazz highly recommends this lively, traditional jazz band
for a brilliant night out. Here’s a link to their website:
https://www.dixielandjazz.co.uk/

“The Eastside Rhythm Kings are a lively, traditional jazz band (New Orleans / Dixieland) of experienced musicians. Whether you’re a seasoned jazz fan or are just looking for a fun night out then try the Gladiator Jazz Club.”

“Entrance is free and there is a bar with drinks at club prices but cash only, no cards. The jazz is self funded so there is a raffle and bucket collection to cover the band’s travel and other costs. There is no pressure to buy raffle tickets or make bucket contributions, but without them the jazz club would not exist”, so please show your appreciation.

The show starts at 8:00pm – so best not be late!

Playing live are the unforgetable Henri Harrison on Drums, Dave Arnold on Bass, Rod Wall on Trumpet and Cornet, John Aust on Clarinet and Saxophone, Harry Crook on Trombone and Gordon Dawson on Banjo.

With Guest Star Julian Mark Stringle on Clarinet & Saxophone

8.00pm Tuesday 5th April

Featuring Gary Wood [trumpet/vocal], Mike Wills [clarinet/saxes],
Tomas Pederson [bass], Ronnie Fenn [drums], Alan Haughton [piano],
Tad Newton [trombone/vocal]: “Basin Street to Basie and Beyond!”

Special Guest Julian Marc Stringle [clarinet/sax]
Julian was voted best clarinettist at the British Jazz Awards in 2006, 2007 and 2019. His major influences have been Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and Buddy De Franco. Julian’s highly melodic music and unique sound excites the jazz audience wherever he performs. ”The best clarinettist to emerge in British jazz in decades!” (Sir John Dankworth).

It’s been very gratifying that we have been able to provide some fabulous jazz nights for you at The Carlton House Club in recent months despite the trials and tribulations of current times. We have all enjoyed wonderful sessions recently with Graham Smith’s Jazz Allsorts and Kevin Grenfell’s Jazz Giants. Long may this continue!

Although Government Covid restrictions are being eased I trust you agree that for the time being it’s sensible to be cautious, especially in the light of the current repeat in rising infections. We intend to continue monitoring our numbers carefully in order to keep everyone safe. We will also continue to exclude the raffle. And to reappraise circumstances as and when necessary.

All being well, we have some great bands and musicians in the pipeline for you including Andy Dickens Hot Gumbo, Harlem Big Band, ClarkeTracy/Alex Clarke Quartet.

Hopefully our next session at OJC on Tuesday April 5^th will feature Tad Newton’s Jazzfriends with very special guest, the fantastic Julian Marc Stringle [clarinet/sax].

Our two previous sessions were disappointing as regards audience numbers and didn’t cover the costs of the bands/advertising etc.! We really do need to boost support. An audience of 70 plus is needed to make our sessions viable – more to continue to attract top class bands and musicians. 

Please try and come along if you can. Call me on 01604 858549 or email  [email protected]. Alternatively tickets are also available at Phonebox Magazine in Olney.

It would be a great shame if Olney Jazz Club were to be put in jeopardy in any way after all the fabulous evenings we have had over the years. Especially as we have some great sessions lined up for you, including: Andy Dickens’ Hot Gumbo, Harlem Big Band and Tad Newton’s Jazzfriends with special guest Julian Marc Stringle.

After the strife of so many months they need and deserve sell out concerts.

Wishing Olney and all Fans Happy Jazz ahead!
Tad Newton