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Two of the UK’s most revered jazz musicians – keyboardist Jason Rebello and multi-reedist Tim Garland. Rebello and Garland are both lauded musicians who between with them have worked with luminaries such as some of the biggest names in music. 

Tim had his breakout when he joined the Ronnie Scott's band at 23. Later he joined Chick Corea as a regular member of many high profile projects including "The Vigil". Playing Tenor and Soprano Sax, Bass Clarinet, and flute, he has won a Grammy for his symphonic orchestrations of Corea's "The New Crystal Silence" album on 2007. 

"Garland…his level of genius is rare" Chick Corea

Jason Rebello is an award winning pianist who broke onto the Jazz scene at 19. Classically trained, but influenced by Herbie Hancock, he was mentored by Wayne Shorter of Weather Report's fame. His debut album subsequently went to Number 1. He became a member of Sting's band in 1999, and toured with the band for 6 years. Since then he has worked with Jeff Beck, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Joss Stone, and Pee Wee Ellis to name a few! He is a founding member of the Jazz Factory at Wiltshire Music Centre.

 “Rebello…[one] of the finest…jazz musicians this country has produced.” Jazz: The Modern Resurgence

The duo's 2023 album "Life to Life" has recieved rave reviews from critics, and came out as a natural progression of a long standing friendship. 

”Garland and Rebello assuredly demonstrate their shared instinctive and visceral musicianship on this 10-track duo record, which serves as an authentic output of the story so far of a strong and long-lasting friendship between two highly accomplished musicians."

Why not precede the concert by picnicking in the beautiful Grade 1 listed gardens and enjoy a wander through the various water features, columns and antiquities.

The performance takes place within Iford's Grade II* cloisters (covered for the evening). In-the-round with just 90 seats, this will be a unique experience with everyone just a few meters away from the performance.

Seating
‘Up close & personal’ seats will be within the centre of the (covered) cloister and very close to the performers.

Standard seats will be located in the cloister’s ambulatories, behind the cloister’s slender columns. Seating is pre-allocated in favour of those who book first. Tickets are not issued in advance, but an usher will show you to your allocated seats on the night.

Concert timings
Garden gates open for picnics: 18:00
First set: 19:30
Interval: 20:15 (complimentary teas & coffees will be served on the Conservatory Terrace)
Second set: 21:00
Finish: 21:45

Please note that 25% of your ticket price is a heritage contribution that will be spent directly on the restoration, maintenance and improvement of the venue, being the Grade 1 listed garden here at Iford and the numerous listed structures therein. Ticket prices include VAT.

Tickets are non-refundable, unless the event is sold out and we are able to successfully re-sell your ticket. An administration fee of £5 per ticket resold will be charged. 

Children under 10 are not permitted in the garden. Any children over this age are welcome, but a full price ticket must be purchased for them. 

An Evening with Jacqui Dankworth:  In Concert

An exceptional evening in the beautiful surrounds of Iford Manor’s Grade 1 listed gardens. Grab your friends, picnic blankets and drinks for an evening of peripatetic delight.

Bring your own food and drink, or save the hassle and enjoy a 'pre-concert' menu in Iford Manor Kitchen at the start of the evening. Menus to be made available nearer the time of the event. 

Event timings:
18:00 - garden gates open for picnics & live jazz on the lawn
20:00 - 20:50: First set of Jacqui Dankworth & band at the casita
21:30 - 22:20: Second set of Jacqui Dankworth & band at the casita
22:30: Finish

In the casita….
The acclaimed jazz-vocalist, Jacqui Dankworth, is joined by a stellar line-up of musicians for a very select number of tour dates, including Iford! 

In these very special and intimate concerts, audiences will be treated to a sparkling collection of songs drawn from her highly praised studio albums, including music from her much-anticipated forthcoming album ‘Windmills’, as well as tracks that have inspired her incredible career.

Firmly established as one the country’s leading vocalists, Jacqui’s live concerts showcase her unique versatility and effortless mastery of a wide spectrum of genres, drawing on her roots in jazz, but also folk, soul, and blues, as well as her acute sensibility as a songwriter and lyricist.

Precede the concert by picnicking in the beautiful Grade 1 listed gardens and enjoy a wander through the various water features, columns and antiquities, before heading to the casita.

"Had I not been sitting about three feet away from the action, I would have suspected some kind of electronic trickery because the arrangement was so complex, the timing so nifty and Ms Dankworth’s vocal control so exquisite"
The Observer

“One of our finest singers, regardless of category”
Sunday Times

“Jacqui Dankworth doesn’t confine herself to singing jazz; she is gracefully at ease in folk music and semi classical contexts, as well as being an imaginative interpreter of standards. But in all her incarnations, she exhibits a subtle control of dynamics and a voluptuous tonal richness that seems to make almost any material sound special”
The Guardian

Heritage contribution and important terms
Please note that 25% of your ticket price is a heritage contribution that will be spent directly on the restoration, maintenance and improvement of the venue, being the Grade 1 listed garden here at Iford and the numerous listed structures therein. Ticket prices include VAT.

Tickets are non-refundable, unless the event is sold out and we are able to successfully re-sell your ticket. An administration fee of £5 per ticket resold will be charged. 

Children under 10 are not permitted in the garden. Any children over this age are welcome, but a full price ticket must be purchased for them. 

An exceptional evening in the beautiful surrounds of Iford Manor’s Grade 1 listed gardens with legendary jazz-funk band Shakatak. Grab your friends, picnic blankets and drinks for an evening of peripatetic delight.

Bring your own food and drink, or save the hassle and enjoy a 'pre-concert' meal in Iford Manor Kitchen prior to the concert. Menus to be made available nearer the time of the event. 

Event timings:
18:00 - garden gates open for picnics & live jazz on the lawn
18:00 - 22:30: DJ Mike Vitti at the summer house
20:00 - 20:50: First set of A Night of Shakatak at the casita
21:30 - 22:20: Second set of A Night of Shakatak at the casita
22:30: Finish

In the casita….
We cannot wait to welcome legendary jazz-funk band Shakatak to Iford! Throughout their long career Shakatak have released over 50 CDs plus several DVDs and most of the band’s extensive back catalogue is available world-wide on Secret Records or JVC Records plus iTunes and the usual outlets.

For live performances the band consists of original members Bill Sharpe (keys), Jill Saward (lead voc, perc & flt), Roger Odell (drs), George Anderson (bs gtr) and Keith Winter (gtr & bvs) augmented with Jacqui Hicks (bvs & sax) or Debby Bracknell (bvs & flute) producing a musically dynamic and entertaining show from the 6 piece line-up.
 
Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely paralleled in contemporary music but then Shakatak is a particularly unusual group. Because of the nature of their music their fan base is one that is far reaching while always retaining an “underground” element. This paradox sees the band, who are known primarily for their musicality, enjoying both high “cult” status and instant recognition as a household name due to their numerous hit recordings.

Shakatak’s sound has evolved over the years, incorporating elements of dance, soul, and smooth jazz into their music. They have released numerous albums and singles, maintained a dedicated fan base and continuing to perform live shows worldwide. Their longevity in the music industry, along with their ability to blend various genres into a distinctive style, has solidified Shakatak as influential figures in the jazz-funk and pop music scenes.

Precede the concert by picnicking in the beautiful Grade 1 listed gardens and enjoy a wander through the various water features, columns and antiquities.

“This music still glows as brightly as that first hearing…Shakatak aren’t just a band, they were the soundtrack to our lives” RONNIE SCOTT’S House Magazine (UK)

“Weaving a potent dose of perfect pop into their unmistakable brand of jazz-funk…..producing a string of timeless classics. Funkier than a mosquito’s tweeter, they’re still firing on all cylinders”. Boisdale

On the lawn….
Renowned DJ Mike Vitti brings Saturday Night's Funky Nation from Ronnie's Bar (upstairs at Ronnie Scott's) to Iford again. Playing from the Summer House you can enjoy modern jazz classics during your picnic, then dance the night away later on the lawn.

Heritage contribution and important terms
Please note that 25% of your ticket price is a heritage contribution that will be spent directly on the restoration, maintenance and improvement of the venue, being the Grade 1 listed garden here at Iford and the numerous listed structures therein. Ticket prices include VAT.

Tickets are non-refundable, unless the event is sold out and we are able to successfully re-sell your ticket. An administration fee of £5 per ticket resold will be charged. 

Children under 10 are not permitted in the garden. Any children over this age are welcome, but a full price ticket must be purchased for them. 

Enjoy a delicious 3 course lunch (included in the price) accompanied by sublime jazz from the awarding-winning Nigel Price (guitar), teaming up with double bass virtuoso Ashley John Long.

They will be celebrating the perfoming duo of Joe Pass and Niels-Henning Ørsted Pederson. After playing together with Oscar Peterson for some years, Joe and NHOP formed a partnership that for many people is the absolute pinnacle of the jazz guitar, double bass duo format.

There aren’t many musicians out there who would be so brave as to take on this material but if anyone is going to attempt it, it’s Nigel and Ashley!

Expect fireworks…

Included in your ticket price: Enjoy two 45 minute sets of this fantastic music, during your delicious three-course lunch in the Iford Manor restaurant.

MENU - to be confirmed. There will be a selection of starters, mains and desserts to choose from on the day. Please make us aware of any dietary requirements or allergies when booking to ensure we can cater for you. 

Please note that drinks are not included and will need to be paid for separately.

Timings:
Arrive in the restaurant from 11:30am to ensure that you are seated and served drinks before the music begins at midday. There will be two 45 minute sets, with a 30 minute interval. The music will finish c. 2pm and the restaurant will close at 14:30. 

About the artists
Nigel Price is a london-based guitarist who is widely acknowledged as one of the hardest working musicians in the business. Musically, his blend of flowing bebop lines, deep blues sensibility and his mastery of chording continue to delight audiences and fellow musicians alike. His career highlights include a support show for Gladys Knight at The Royal Albert Hall and an appearance on Van Morrison’s recent album Keep Me Singing. Nigel is a regular performer at London’s Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club where he has made more than 500 appearances.  He released his fifth Organ Trio Album

Ashley John Long is best known as a virtuoso double bassist and composer, active in a diverse range of musical idioms including jazz and improvisation, early and contemporary chamber music, and as a soloist. He has performed and recorded internationally with some of the UK's leading Jazz musicians, as well as accompanying visiting international artists, whilst his work as a soloist has seen the premiers of numerous new works for solo bass. 

Treat yourself to a delicious dinner with live jazz in our award winning restaurant, before heading into Iford Manor Gardens to enjoy the main act. TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY FOR THE JAZZ EVENING EVENT TOO.

The menu below is included in the price. Drinks can be purchased on the night, and then later taken up with you into the garden (after being decanted into a takeaway vessel) ready to enjoy the rest of the evening.  

Live jazz music will be played in the background during your dinner. 

We will contact you again nearer the time of the event to confirm your arrival time and instructions. 

Menu - £55pp 

To share
House-made breads, balsamic and oil, marinated olives

Mains (choose one from the below on the evening)
Wood grilled Estate lamb, aubergine puree, potato galette, charred cucumber, jus
Cornish line-caught hake, curried cauliflower puree, gnocchi, courgettes, peas, salsa verde
Wood roasted Creedy Carver chicken, fondant potato, asparagus, broad beans, chicken jus
Goats curd and ricotta-truffle raviolis, broccoli puree, lemon thyme butter sauce

Dessert (choose one from the below on the evening)
Rhubarb bakewell tart, clotted cream, rhubarb preserve
Strawberry and elderflower fool, ginger snap crumb, strawberry compote
Cholcolate fondant, tipsy cherries, vanilla ice cream

To finish
Petit fours

Any drinks purchased on the evening and an optional service charge will be added to your final bill. 

Please note, no refunds will be given except where the event has to be cancelled or postponed by us, or where we have been able to resell your tickets to the waiting list if you have told us in advance that you cannot attend. This includes for self-isolation reasons.