Enjoy the toe-tapping music of our house bands while you dine at Zédel…

Monday – Wednesday – from 7pm -10:30pm
Thursdays – from 8pm-11:15pm
Fridays – 12.30pm-3.30pm & 8pm-11:15pm

13th – 19th January – Louise Messenger  

Louise Messenger is a Jazz/Contemporary vocalist originally from Australia but now based in London. 

A captivating performer, Louise loves all things swing. Her greatest influences are Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Keely Smith and the Boswell Sisters. As well as classic standards, she is always seeking tunes that are a little left of centre, and loves to bring back to life songs from tin pan alley and the Great American Songbook that have been forgotten in the jazz canon. 

18th + 19th January Lunchtimes – The Coloriage Trio – 12:30 – 3:30pm 

This exciting new London-based trio pays tribute to one of Europe’s greatest living accordionists.  Over a fifty-year career, Richard Galliano has performed and recorded in a myriad of settings ranging from orchestral and big band to solo.  His musical world is a heady mix of contemporary jazz with the sounds of Parisian cafes, gypsy guitars, tango dance halls and much more.  This group honours his work through performing his small ensemble repertoire, along with similarly inspired tunes written by group members. 

 20th – 26th January – The Hot Dog Corn Dogs 

Delightful prohibition swing from the deep south (London) serving up hot jazz with crunchy blues, crossed with tangy folk into a bite sized portion. The Hot Dog Corn Dogs give it their all every time for a thoroughly entertaining evening. 

25th + 26th January Lunchtimes – The Louise Balkwill Trio 

Born into a family of musicians, Louise Balkwill has never been short of inspiration, having been raised as a multi-instrumentalist before turning her interests to singing at the age of 16. 

Since moving to London in September 2012, Louise has had the pleasure of learning from and working with musicians such as Leroy Jones, Barry Harris, Pete Churchill, and Trudy Kerr to name a few, and having performed in top venues all over London, such as Pizza Express Jazz Club, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, 606 Club, The Archduke, Charlie Wright’s and Oliver’s Jazz Bar. 

“A true new talent, shining right here…” 

27th January – 2nd February – Corina Kwami & The Swing Selection 

American singer and dancer Corina Kwami, fronts Corina Kwami & the Swing Selection. With both Ghanaian and Irish roots, Corina has worked in over 20 countries across the world – and brings a global, renaissance spirit to jazz, with splashes of French, Spanish and Portuguese, and toe-tapping swing 

1st + 2nd February – Lunchtimes – Caroline and The Bellbird Boys 

Channeling the spirit of the great Gatsby era, Australian led ensemble, Caroline Loftus and her Bellbird Boys bring you rapturous music from the roaring 20s and crazy 30s. Charming melodies, romance, hot jazz and foot stomping rhythm. 

3rd – 9th February – Fifi La Mer 

Oh La La! is a charming and sophisticated quartet playing French music from Offenbach to Gainsbourg, as well as a selection of 20s upbeat and 50s cool jazz. Parisian born Fifi la Mer sings in both French and English, and plays the chromatic accordion; Alex Garnett or Oliver Wilby plays the clarinet and tenor saxophone; Curtis Volp the guitar and Julian Bury the double bass. Authentic French music at its best! 

8th + 9th February-  Lunchtimes – Eleazar Ruiz Spreafico Trio 

Eleazar is an Argentine bassist who has performed extensively at the most renowned jazz venues in the UK and EU; and some of the best jazz festivals in the continent. His trio is based on the old Nat King Cole and Oscar Peterson trios recordings (Piano, Guitar and Bass) 

Expect some of the most highly regarded musicians of the London Jazz Scene 

10th – 16th February – The Cable Street Rag Band 

Ewan bleach is a clarinettist, saxophonist, pianist and singer specialising in 1920s and 30s jazz and blues. He leads the wonderful Cable Street Rag band in their large repertoire of rare old songs ranging from the rough raggy blues songs of the 20s to the rich luscious ballads of the early 40s. 

15th + 16th February – Lunchtimes – Bezique 

Led by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique perform a variety of acoustic jazz and cafe music from around the world.
 Their repertoire includes music by Django Reinhardt, Richard Galliano, Bireli Lagrene, and others, as well as original compositions. 

They also incorporate an occasional rarely heard North African flavour to their repertoire through the inclusion of works by the Algerian chaabi pianist Maurice el-Medioni, giving them a uniquely cosmopolitan sound on the UK acoustic jazz scene.
 The line up varies from duo to quintet and includes Shirley Smart on cello, Peter Michaels on guitar, Mike Guy on accordion, Marcus Penrose on bass and Demi Garcia Sabat on drums. 

17th – 23rd February – Fraser Smith Trio / Quartet

Fraser smith, London based Tenor saxophonist plays tribute to his heroes … From the ballads of Ben Webster to the fire of Dexter Gordon, with borrowings from the classic Lester young/ Nat King Cole trio. Featuring some of London’s best swing musicians, the band play and sing their way through the American songbook with authenticity and class. 

22nd + 23rd February – Lunchtimes – Les Boum! 

Froggy poppy cheesy gauloisery. Boum! have been performing their unauthorized melange of French culture and English panache for almost three decades. Classic chansons from Brel to Gainsbourg to Trenet to Piaf are covered in irreverent, energetic, romantic, and loving style.  

Instrumental virtuosity abounds whilst fun-filled slap-stick moments form a large part of this band’s irrepressible charm. 

24th February – 2nd March – Gabrielle Ducomble 

An established favourite in her adopted UK, Gabrielle brings a sophisticated blend of Parisian-style jazz, toe-tapping swing, chansons, and vintage melodies. Accompanied by guitar, clarinet or violin and double bass. Sassy, jazzy and glamorous!

1st + 2nd March – Lunchtimes – Benoit Viellefon 

Benoit directs an ensemble of internationally acclaimed musicians in a manner reminiscent of Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway and Charles Trenet at the very height of their popularity. Showcasing a repertoire of the most beautiful and uplifting songs from the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s including French chanson, swing, jive, Russian-folk, Charleston, Latin American and Cuban dance music, as well as originals in the same classic style, this is one of the leading vintage dance ensembles to have emerged from the UK in recent years. 

3rd – 9th March – TJ Johnson 

The self-titled “King of Dirty Jazz, Backroom Swing and Rhythm and Blues”, TJ Johnson is a true ambassador of the soul singing songs of love lost and gained, of life wholesome and corrupt, of hope and despair, all with the true passion and boozy swagger of only a man who has been there and knows. TJ plays and extraordinary blend of music that transcends the boundaries of jazz, blues, soul, country and gospel and is influenced by the likes of Ray Charles, Dr John, Louis Armstrong, Johnny Cash, BB King, Nina Simone, Alberta Hunter, Jimmy Witherspoon and many more. 

8th + 9th March – Lunchtimes – Hot Strings Review 

Dubbed as: “One of the best jazz fiddlers anywhere…” by the New York Times, Mike Piggott has carved out a succesful dual career as a recording artist and one of Britain’s finest Swing Jazz fiddle players. During his career, Mike has worked with the likes of Bert Jansch and Ralph Mctell, Peter Green and Denny Laine, and John Etheridge, Martin Taylor and Bucky Pizzarelli. 

10th – 16th March – Arifa’s Reefers 

Arifa’s Reefers are a jazz band that plays swing and blues from the 1920s and 30s. The band is led by singer Arifa Hafiz, a Bangladeshi British who miraculously manages to channel the voices of great blues and jazz singers, such as Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey and Merline Johnson, whilst still sounding truly herself. She has an honest and giving spirit and she’ll be accompanied by some of London’s great specialists. 

15th + 16th March – Lunchtimes – Our Little Trio 

Paying tribute to some of the most influential jazz trios of the 1950’s and 60’s, Our Little Trio takes its inspiration from the likes of Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson and Ahmed Jamal. 

Having delved deep into the music of the period – from the hits, to rare bootlegs and everything in between – Our Little Trio play a carefully curated repertoire of some of the most rhythmically and melodically compelling jazz of the 20th century.  

17th – 23rd March – Aisha Khan & The Rajas 

Aisha Khan sings American roots music, Jazz, Blues and Rhythm & Blues of the 1940’s/50’s. With a nod to the glamour and sophistication of a bygone era and over 25 years of experience, coupled with an unrivalled passion for the music, she combines outstanding original material with powerful cover versions and performs them all with class, soul, talent and wit. Equal Parts sultry Jazz chanteuse and Rhythm and Blues belter, Aisha easily communicates heartbreak, joy and a range of emotions in between, continuing to honour the tradition of the true Divas. 

Along with her band The Rajahs, comprised of some of the finest London musicians performing in Blues, Jazz and Rock & Roll today, they will take you on a musical journey of stellar Roots music covers combined with brilliant original material which is destined to become new classics. Be prepared to be uplifted! 

22nd + 23rd March – Lunchtimes – Kitty Whitelaw Trio 

Kitty Whitelaw is a regular gigging musician of the London Jazz scene and she has sold out multiple official EFG London Jazz festival shows, dedicated to her two biggest inspirations Anita O’Day and Blossom Dearie. Let Kitty bring some classic French cool to your lunch at Zedel, with a soundtrack of timeless Blossom Dearie tunes, relaxed French swing and uplifting Latin – Jazz classics! 

24th – 30th March  – Pete Horsfall Trio / Quartet 

Pete Horsfall is an award winning jazz trumpet player and singer. His latest record was acclaimed as ‘ravishing’ by The Guardian and he has featured regularly as a guest on national radio. His musical life has taken him to countless headline shows at prestigious venues and festivals throughout the world, including The Lincoln Center (NYC), Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and Paris’ Les Duc Des Lombards.   

29th + 30th March – Lunchtimes – Isobel Gathercole  

Isobel Gathercole is a jazz singer based in London and has been performing at many of London’s top jazz venues since arriving on the scene in 2014; including Ronnie Scott’s, the Vortex and the Spice of Life. Her debut album, ‘Day Dream’, in collaboration with arranger and composer Colin Skinner, is a love letter to the legendary albums of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra and was released in April 2022 on the Trapeze label.