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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

A celebration of music through movement and community.

We are absolutely delighted to announce Kelham jazz festival’s first year lineup.

We’ve focused on championing Northern grassroots talent, alongside a selection of world-class artists from across the UK.

As the first year of KJF, your support means everything.
Be part of our mission from the very beginning and secure your ticket now.

Tickets grant access to all stages and workshops.

Lineup:

Luke Una, TC and The Groove Family, Tina Edwards, Matters Unknown Millie McKee, Marysia Osu, Franz Von, Faye MacCalman

Live
Afrodesia, Amon Ra, Assembly Trio, Aya Dia, Baleine, Blue Seven, Floral Pattern, Goldivox, Kilario, Kiziah And The Kings, Malah Palinka, Montuno, Phoebe Niamh, Sarah Heneghan, Steve Black, The Lemur Conspiracy, Vikasati, Wandering Monster, Yoshizawa

DJ
Andrea Montalto, Ash Grimshaw, Joi La Frique, Linga Sound, Nonna Fab Sirrey

Workshops
Kent Roach - Latin Jazz Percussion
Sarah Heneghan

Partners
Alder, Factory Floor, Footprints Jazz, Jazz At The Lescar, Key of She, Leeds Conservatoire, Love Kelham, Peddler Warehouse, Tracks UK, University of Sheffield, Verbal Gerbil

Festival venues
Peddler Warehouse, Yellow Arch Studios, Tool Makers Brewery, Alder, Neepsend Social, Shakespeares, Church, Factory Floor, The Harlequin.

Event description by organisers.

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