Chiswick Jazz Festival | St Peter's Church

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Chiswick Jazz Festival 2026- Saturday 16th May 2026

Chiswick Jazz Festival 2026
Saturday 16th of May
1-7.30pm

St Peter's Church, Acton Green
Southfield Road

W4 1BB

Programme

12pm Doors open

1pm Mark Cherrie Quartet

2pm Ada Lovelace School Jazz Band

3pm Sandra Mae Lux

4pm Twyford Big Band

5pm Tommaso Starace

6.30pm Lily Dior

Mark Cherrie Quartet

The Mark Cherrie Quartet is a UK jazz group led by steel pan virtuoso Mark Cherrie, renowned for placing the instrument at the heart of a modern jazz sound. Drawing on Cherrie’s Trinidadian heritage and deep roots in the UK jazz scene, the quartet blends Caribbean rhythm, contemporary harmony and strong melodic writing. Alongside pianist John Donaldson, bassist Tom Mason and drummer Eric Ford, Cherrie presents original compositions and imaginative reinterpretations that challenge perceptions of the steel pan. Critically acclaimed albums Joining The Dots and Any Anxious Colour have established the quartet as a distinctive and innovative voice in British jazz.

Sandra‑Mae Lux

Branded a “Canadian jazz legend” by Petroc Trelawny on BBC Radio 3, Sandra‑Mae Lux has become a standout voice on the UK jazz scene. Her all‑original, critically acclaimed album Seasons in Jazz earned Editor’s Choice and 4‑star reviews in Jazzwise, extensive Jazz FM rotation, and multiple BBC Radio 3 appearances, including a live in‑studio performance on Christmas Morning 2025. A Capilano University jazz graduate and award‑winning songwriter, Lux has performed at major festivals including the Ottawa Jazz Festival and collaborated with artists such as Herbie Hancock and Robert Glasper. Now based in South London, she continues to build an international reputation.

Tommaso Starace

Lily Dior

Twyford School Jazz Band

Ada Lovelace School Jazz Band

Italian‑born saxophonist and composer Tommaso Starace makes his performance debut at the Chiswick Jazz Festival. Born in Milan, Starace is a prominent figure on both the British and Italian jazz scenes and has toured internationally as a bandleader and sideman. He has released eleven albums, each exploring distinct projects that highlight his versatility across styles. This performance centres on his latest release, Tommaso Starace Organ Trio – Live at the Beaver Inn, featuring contemporary jazz standards by composers including Cedar Walton, Kenny Barron, Sergio Mendes, Thelonious Monk and Benny Golson. He is joined by Bruno D’Ambra (Hammond organ) and Jason Reeve (drums).

Recognised as one of Australia’s finest singers, Lily Dior has performed at many of the country’s most prestigious venues including the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, State Theatre and Sydney Town Hall. A finalist at the National Jazz Awards, she has appeared at major international festivals and shared the stage with world‑class artists including James Morrison, Oscar Castro‑Neves and members of the Manhattan Jazz Quintet. Since relocating to London, Lily has become a sought‑after performer at iconic venues such as Ronnie Scott’s, The 606 Club and PizzaExpress Soho. Her ABC‑released debut album Invitation received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, power and musical depth.

The Twyford Trust has an award-winning offer of individual music tuition, choirs, ensembles, bands and other extra-curricular music at our schools. A music specialist school, with 10% of each year group made up of music scholars, extra-curricular music flourishes at Twyford, and the Twyford Big Band are always the highlight of any performance at Twyford. Conducted by our Headteacher, Phil Bennett, they are an ensemble who are enjoying exploring the music of big band legends. There will also be a short set from a small band of Year 12 jazz musicians who are already making a name for themselves on the local gig circuit!

The Twyford Trust has an award-winning offer of individual music tuition, choirs, ensembles, bands and other extra-curricular music at our schools. Ada Lovelace is the newest school in the Twyford trust, having opened in 2018, and is musically going from strength to strength, with a wide extra-curricular offer, and focus on developing instrumental playing. There are now two Jazz Bands, who meet weekly to rehearse. Conducted by sax teacher, Jez Laing, and Trust Chaplain, Father David Brammer, their performances at recent concerts have demonstrated the breadth of jazz styles and some impressive improvisation skills.