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22 June at 1:00 pm 9:30 pm

🎷 JAZZ AND BLUES DAY

Sponsored by:

The New Bell Inn, Thai Up at the Quay, Seaview B&B, Peartree Carpet, Chris & Celia Strachan, Pete Woodman, Andy Schooler, Richard Flatt

1:00 PM – JACK MONCK TRIO

Electric bassist Jack Monck leads a specially formed trio featuring:

  • Mike Owen (saxophone)
  • Tom Jiggins (drums)

Jack’s storied career began with the band Delivery, playing alongside Steve and Phil Miller and prog rock drummer Pip Pyle. He later collaborated with Syd Barrett (Pink Floyd), Twink, and Fred Frith. Most recently, Jack co-formed The Relatives with Phil Miller, recording a live date.

4:00 PM – JESS HAYES (of Connolly-Hayes)

Powerhouse blues, soul and funk singer Jess Hayes takes the stage, joined by:

  • Joe Mac (keyboards)
  • Beau Barnard (bass)

Jess has performed across the UK and Europe. She wowed Sir Tom Jones with her performance of The Dark End of the Street on The Voice. Influences include Stevie Nicks, Queen, Tedeschi Trucks and Eva Cassidy.

7:30 PM – HANNAH HORTON & TARA MINTON

A unique and elegant collaboration:

  • Hannah Horton (baritone saxophone)
  • Tara Minton (harp/vocals)

Expect an intimate and expansive journey through jazz, folk, and original works. Their blend of groove and serenity reimagines the standard jazz duo.

🎟️ Admission: FREE

Free

Harwich Festival

New Bell Inn

Outpart Eastward
Harwich, Essex CO12 3EE