Category: Friday
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John Moriarty Organ Trio
John Moriarty Trio brings together guitarist John Moriarty with Myles Drennan on Hammond organ and Dylan Lynch on drums in a guitar–organ–drums format rooted in the jazz tradition. Read more
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ÓNINAÓ
ÓNinaÓ are a captivating six-piece who blend traditional Brazilian rhythms, including samba and bossa nova, with bluesly guitars, electronics and pyschedelic rock. Read more
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Fred Hersch Trio (USA)
A towering figure of contemporary jazz whose influence spans generations, Fred Hersch has shaped the language of the modern piano trio throughout a storied career. He plays Bray Jazz Festival in 2026. Read more
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Cerys Hafana (Wales)
A triple-harpist, singer and sonic explorer whose performances feel at once ancient yet utterly contemporary, Cerys Hafana’s music honours old songs and storytelling from Wales in a remarkable way. Read more
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Harold López-Nussa (Cuba)
Havana-born pianist Harold López-Nussa’s music pulses with the richness of Cuban music, with its distinct combination of classical, folk and popular music elements, as well as its embrace of jazz improvisation. Read more
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DCU Jazz Graduates Showcase
Bray Jazz will showcase some of the brightest and best of the next generation of Irish jazz at this afternoon showcase of ensemble music by graduates of the Dublin City University (DCU) BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance programme. Read more
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Tommy Halferty Quartet
Tommy Halferty has been instrumental in shaping the sound of Irish jazz, a guitarist who has been at the forefront of a vibrant jazz scene on this island for over half a century. Read more
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Mike Nielsen’s Sound Recipes (Irl)
Guitarist, composer and author, Mike Nielsen is a leading teacher of jazz guitar in Ireland. His unique style is influenced by jazz, classical, flamenco, Irish and world music genres. Read more
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Zaska
With his band, ZASKA, Max Zaska brings his original songs to life with a verve and enthusiasm that is infectious. Read more