Edinburgh Festivals Daily Guide 22-31 July 2011

The Daily GuideAll the listings for Edinburgh’s Summer Festivals

Week of 22 – 31 July

Image from The Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival22 – 31 July

Welcome to your daily guide to Edinburgh’s Festivals. Listings for all of the Festivals are arranged here in chronological order. It’s your one-stop, must-have reference for navigating a busy day in Edinburgh!

Using the GuideTime Slots: Shows are divided into six sections: early shows 06:30 – 08:59, morning shows 09:00 –11:59, afternoon shows 12:00 – 16:59, early evening shows 17:00 –19:59, evening shows 20:00 – 23:59 and late shows 00:00 – 06:29.All Day Events: These are grouped at the end of each day’s listings and include ongoing exhibitions and events. For the purposes of this guide, this applies to all events with a duration exceeding seven hours.

Date 5 August9:30Waiting for Miss Massage Theatre White Lies (50mins) Pleasance Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Show name

Genre Performer (Duration)

Festival (colour co-ordinated according to the list on page three.

Venue

Table of Contents for Quick Printing Friday 22 July ................................................ 4

Saturday 23 July ........................................... 4

Sunday 24 July .......................................... 4–5

Monday 25 July ............................................. 5

Tuesday 26 July ......................................... 5–6

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Accuracy: Listings are accurate at the time of production. However, the festivals are fast moving entities, so some show details may have changed. Please use this as a guide. The most up-to-date listings will be found at edinburghfestivals.co.uk or on the festival websites found on page three. You should be able to click the web addresses in this document to launch websites listed.

Wednesday 27 July ....................................... 6

Thursday 28 July ........................................... 7

Friday 29 July ................................................ 7

Saturday 30 July ....................................... 7–8

Sunday 31 July .............................................. 8

Start Time

2 Week of Friday 22 July – Friday 31 July

Friday 22 July / Saturday 23 July / Sunday 24 July / Monday 25 July / Tuesday 26 July / Wednesday 27 July / Thursday 28 July /

Friday 29 July / Saturday 30 July / Sunday 31 July

Edinburgh Art Festival 4 Aug – 4 Sept Edinburgh Art Festival showcases a diverse and vibrant programme of visual arts exhibitions and events across museums, galleries and pop-up spaces the length and breadth of the city centre and beyond. EAF brings together new commissions, major solo exhibitions by the world’s leading contemporary artists and the best local and international artistic talent, as well as an innovative series of events programmed throughout the Festival. www.edinburghartfestival.com

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 5 – 29 August The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world’s largest arts festival with over 41,000 performances of more than 2,500 shows packed into over 250 venues. Spread throughout the city of Edinburgh for three weeks in August, shows and performances range across all genres including cabaret, theatre, comedy, dance, physical theatre, music, opera and children’s shows. www.edfringe.com

Edinburgh International Book Festival 13 – 29 August Under canvas in the picturesque setting of Charlotte Square Gardens, 800 of the world’s best authors gather to discuss words and ideas in over 750 events. Nobel prize-winners and bestsellers rub shoulders with the stars of tomorrow for an inspirational festival, with events for all ages from babies to adults. www.edbookfest.co.uk

Edinburgh International Festival 12 August – 4 September The Edinburgh International Festival presents three exhilarating weeks of artists from across the globe, bringing the very best in classical music, theatre, opera and dance to Edinburgh each year. www.eif.co.uk

Edinburgh’s August Festivals

Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival 22 – 31 July From Friday 22 July to Sunday 31 July, the UK’s oldest jazz festival offers a diverse and exciting range of jazz and blues. With over 90 concerts and tickets from only £5, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Creating a real buzz around Edinburgh, this lively festival has it all – from serious jazz to party nights. www.edinburghjazzfestival.com

Edinburgh Mela Festival 2 – 4 September Scotland’s largest celebration of cultural diversity through arts and culture is back to deliver yet another full on programme packed with dance, music, theatre, circus, crafts, fashion and fantastic food! Highlights for this year include an exciting international programme featuring world, traditional and urban music with award-winning musicians and world premieres. Cost: £2 in advance, £2.50 on door. www.edinburgh-mela.co.uk

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 5 – 27 August Where quality entertainment is a tradition. Scotland’s stunning annual outdoor military spectacular set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. www.edintattoo.co.uk

Box Office Telephone NumbersEdinburgh Art Festival: 0131 226 6558Edinburgh Festival Fringe: 0131 226 0000Edinburgh International Book Festival: 0845 373 5888Edinburgh International Festival: 0131 473 2000Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival: 0131 473 2000Edinburgh Mela: 0131 473 2000Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: 0131 225 1188

Official Edinburgh Festivals MapPick up the Official Edinburgh Festivals Map 2011 at the festival box offices. Every venue in all festivals can be found on this free map.




22 July09:30Exhibition: Bulles Jazz Blues, Quand la BD swingue!Exhibition: Bulles Jazz Blues, Quand la BD swingue! (9hrs)Free exhibitionInstitut Francais d'EcosseEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

19:00Leroy Jones QuintetLeroy Jones Quintet (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Laurie Chescoe’s Reunion BandLaurie Chescoe’s Reunion Band (3hrs)JazzHeriots Rugby ClubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Tom Gibbs Quartet + Loren Stillman TrioTom Gibbs Quartet + Loren Stillman Trio (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Courtney Pine: EuropaCourtney Pine: Europa (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

El SalsonEl Salson (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

22:00Soul Rebels Brass BandSoul Rebels Brass Band (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

23:00Jam SessionJam Session (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

23 July09:30Exhibition: Bulles Jazz Blues, Quand la BD swingue!Exhibition: Bulles Jazz Blues, Quand la BD swingue! (3hrs 30mins)Free exhibitionInstitut Francais d'EcosseEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

13:00Mardi GrasMardi Gras (3hrs)Free carnivalGrassmarketEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

17:00Cecile McLorin SalvantCecile McLorin Salvant (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Jacob Karlzon TrioJacob Karlzon Trio (1hr 30mins)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Talk with Dave Gelly and Ken PeplowskiTalk with Dave Gelly and Ken Peplowski (1hr)Jazz talkThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

19:00Lafertin, Meier, Limberger QuintetLafertin, Meier, Limberger Quintet (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00The TroublemakersThe Troublemakers (2hrs)BluesThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Mario Caribe – Jazz Bossa, with special guest Miriam AidaMario Caribe – Jazz Bossa, with special guest Miriam Aida (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

James Carter Organ TrioJames Carter Organ Trio (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

We Love LouisWe Love Louis (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

22:00GumboGumbo (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


24 July13:00Sunday Market in the GrassmarketSunday Market in the Grassmarket (3hrs)Outdoor MarketGrassmarketEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

17:00Ken Peplowski and Alan BarnesKen Peplowski and Alan Barnes (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival




Josef & Erika, Emily McEwan Trio, Gwyneth Herbert DuoJosef & Erika, Emily McEwan Trio, Gwyneth Herbert Duo (3hrs 30mins)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Trio AAB + Ganesh KumareshTrio AAB + Ganesh Kumaresh (1hr 30mins)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Trombone Shorty and Orleans AvenueTrombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Fredrik Kronkvist Kvartett + BinkFredrik Kronkvist Kvartett + Bink (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Dave Gelly QuartetDave Gelly Quartet (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Ken Mathieson Classic Jazz Orchestra with special guest Cecile McLorin SalvantKen Mathieson Classic Jazz Orchestra with special guest Cecile McLorin Salvant (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Magnus Ostrom BandMagnus Ostrom Band (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


12:30Dave Donohoe QuintetDave Donohoe Quintet (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Lokomotive Trio / SHE TrioLokomotive Trio / SHE Trio (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Edinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra, directed by Tim HagansEdinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra, directed by Tim Hagans (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Rene MarieRene Marie (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Music Music Music with Lina Nyberg 'West Side Story'Music Music Music with Lina Nyberg 'West Side Story' (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Morten Gunnar Larsen with Stale Ytterli Berlin, Broadway and Buenos AiresMorten Gunnar Larsen with Stale Ytterli Berlin, Broadway and Buenos Aires (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Dom James and the Dixie TicklersDom James and the Dixie Ticklers (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


12:30Jim Petrie’s Diplomats of JazzJim Petrie’s Diplomats of Jazz (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

16:00Talk: Evan Christopher and New Orleans JazzTalk: Evan Christopher and New Orleans Jazz (2hrs)Jazz talkRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:30James Litherland / Tony ReevesJames Litherland / Tony Reeves (1hr 30mins)BluesThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

19:00Sherman Robertson BandSherman Robertson Band (2hrs)BluesThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival




20:00Rene MarieRene Marie (2hrs)Jazz Dans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Niki King and The ElementsNiki King and The Elements (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Jazz Bar Big BandJazz Bar Big Band (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Ken Peplowksi Ensemble plays West Side StoryKen Peplowksi Ensemble plays West Side Story (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

21:00Tommy Smith KarmaTommy Smith Karma (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

21:30Hypnotic Brass EnsembleHypnotic Brass Ensemble (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


12:30Joe Gordon’s Ragtime BanjoesJoe Gordon’s Ragtime Banjoes (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Rob Hall and Chick Lyall with Susheila JamiesonRob Hall and Chick Lyall with Susheila Jamieson (1hr 30mins)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Kyle Keddie SextetKyle Keddie Sextet (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Batchelors of JazzBatchelors of Jazz (1hr 30mins)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Pelo Rojo, Pelo NegroPelo Rojo, Pelo Negro (1hr)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Haftor Medboe Group + The Discordian TrioHaftor Medboe Group + The Discordian Trio (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Hidden Orchestra + Red SnapperHidden Orchestra + Red Snapper (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Django a la Creole with Evan ChristopherDjango a la Creole with Evan Christopher (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Angela KingAngela King (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

21:00Hypnotic Brass EnsembleHypnotic Brass Ensemble (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


12:30Al’s Dixie PalzAl’s Dixie Palz (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

16:00Bill Salmond's Louisiana Ragtime BandBill Salmond's Louisiana Ragtime Band (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Kenny Ellis TrioKenny Ellis Trio (1hr 30mins)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

19:00Joe Louis Walker Band, featuring Todd SharpvilleJoe Louis Walker Band, featuring Todd Sharpville (1hr 30mins)BluesThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival




20:00Martin Taylor – Gypsy JourneyMartin Taylor – Gypsy Journey (2hrs)Jazz The HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Red Stripe BandRed Stripe Band (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Edinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra, Directed by Ken Peplowski, play Woody Herman 'The Four Brothers'Edinburgh Jazz Festival Orchestra, Directed by Ken Peplowski, play Woody Herman 'The Four Brothers' (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Offpiste GurusOffpiste Gurus (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

21:30Rumba CalienteRumba Caliente (2hrs)JazzThe Spiegeltent (Dancefloor area)Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival



12:30Spirits of RhythmSpirits of Rhythm (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

14:00Edinburgh Napier University Jazz Summer School ConcertEdinburgh Napier University Jazz Summer School Concert (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Mike Hart All Star Band with Edith BudgeMike Hart All Star Band with Edith Budge (1hr 30mins)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00The Rae Brothers New Orleans Jazz BandThe Rae Brothers New Orleans Jazz Band (3hrs)JazzHeriots Rugby ClubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Konrad Wiszniewski – New FocusKonrad Wiszniewski – New Focus (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Martin Kershaw QuartetMartin Kershaw Quartet (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Jack Bruce & The Big Blues Band + supportJack Bruce & The Big Blues Band + support (2hrs)BluesQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Matthew Ford: Swing LegendsMatthew Ford: Swing Legends (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Colin Steele Melting PotColin Steele Melting Pot (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

23:00Four CornersFour Corners (2hrs)JazzThe Bongo ClubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Jam SessionJam Session (2hrs)JazzThe Jazz BarEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


12:30Swing 2011Swing 2011 (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival




13:00James Hunter and the Hard Way / Dana Dixon Blues Band / Rosy BlueJames Hunter and the Hard Way / Dana Dixon Blues Band / Rosy Blue (3hrs 30mins)BluesThe JamhouseEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

16:00Seaside SkiffleSeaside Skiffle (2hrs)JazzRoyal Overseas LeagueEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Havana SwingHavana Swing (1hr 30mins)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Pervoe Solnce, Jef Neve/Pascal SchumacherPervoe Solnce, Jef Neve/Pascal Schumacher (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Lillian Boutte New Orleans All StarsLillian Boutte New Orleans All Stars (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Brian Kellock Trio + Carol Kidd & Brian KellockBrian Kellock Trio + Carol Kidd & Brian Kellock (2hrs)JazzThe HubEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Fat Sams BandFat Sams Band (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Robert Cray Band (+ support)Robert Cray Band (+ support) (2hrs)BluesQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

21:00Vegas!Vegas! (6hrs)JazzThe HMV Picture HouseEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival


31 July13:00The River Devils + Lyndon Anderson Band + John Bruce's SafehouseThe River Devils + Lyndon Anderson Band + John Bruce's Safehouse (3hrs)BluesThe JamhouseEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

16:00Edinburgh Schools Jazz OrchestraEdinburgh Schools Jazz Orchestra (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

18:00Gospel Concert with Lilian BoutteGospel Concert with Lilian Boutte (1hr)JazzSt Cuthbert'sEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Nova Scotia Jazz Band - with special guest Brian KellockNova Scotia Jazz Band - with special guest Brian Kellock (1hr 30mins)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:00Curtis StigersCurtis Stigers (2hrs)JazzQueen’s HallEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Freddie King / Lillian BoutteFreddie King / Lillian Boutte (2hrs)JazzDans PaleisEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

Maxime Bender Quartet + John Fleming QuartetMaxime Bender Quartet + John Fleming Quartet (2hrs)JazzThe Bosco TheatreEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival

20:30Neil Cowley TrioNeil Cowley Trio (2hrs)JazzThe SpiegeltentEdinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival




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