Kings Place 2027: Jazz Events You Can't Miss
Kings Place is doubling down on its commitment to jazz in 2027 with a rich programme spanning tribute concerts, new commissions, and residencies. From soul-stirring big band nights to intimate quartet performances, the London venue offers something for every jazz fan throughout the year.
Headline Jazz Performances and Tributes at Kings Place
You can look forward to a Stan Getz centenary celebration with the James Allsop Quartet in February, followed by a tribute to Cannonball Adderley and John Coltrane featuring Denys Baptiste and Tony Kofi in March. Alexandra Ridout brings her NYC Quartet to the stage, while Giacomo Smith presents Routes in Ragtime in May. These events reflect a broader commitment to honouring jazz history while championing contemporary voices.
Kings Place Jazz Orchestra and Edition Records Spotlight
The Kings Place Jazz Orchestra takes centre stage with two major productions: a 70th anniversary reimagining of West Side Story featuring Callum Au's new arrangements, and a sweeping Decades of Jazz celebration covering Ellington, Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughan. On the European jazz front, Edition Records artists including Joe Webb, Snowpoet, and Norwegian musician Daniel Herskedal also feature prominently in the early 2027 schedule.
Alice Zawadzki: Artist in Residence for 2027
This year's Unwrapped theme is Origins, and jazz vocalist and composer Alice Zawadzki takes on the Artist in Residence role. Her programme includes a new version of her acclaimed chamber opera Bag of Bones in April, a new song cycle titled Replace Your Gods in June, and a winter performance called The Turning in December. Her work weaves together jazz, soul, and folk influences in a way that speaks directly to a younger, adventurous audience.
Key Takeaways
Kings Place's 2027 jazz programme is ambitious, diverse, and deeply invested in both jazz heritage and new artistic directions. Whether you're drawn to big band spectacle, intimate quartet sets, or boundary-pushing residencies, this is a venue worth keeping on your radar all year long.
Author: Sebastian Scotney
Source: UK Jazz News
Published: September 29, 2026
