Whether your taste is the Blues, Mainstream, Big Band or something very different or perhaps you prefer a fine glass of ale - then this is the festival for you. It has the feel and atmosphere of a 'village community' who appreciate the quality and diversity of the music and the brilliance of the musicians.
This year trombone star Dennis Rollins has accepted the invitation to become our Festival patron. His dynamic influence and contribution to the British Jazz scene in the last few years is simply outstanding.
So it is up to you - stay at home, or give yourself a well earned break for an evening, maybe for a day, or better still the whole five days. You will enjoy very fine music, very fine beer and superb company with a great atmosphere
Programme
Wednesday 22nd The British Kings of swing with Digby Fairweather, Roy Williams, Alan Barnes, Lee Gibson and more...
(Please note that this is a separate ticketed concert, 12/11members/concs and 6 students)
Thursday 23rd Netherstowe Big Band with special guest Dennis Rollins
Friday 24th Sleaze Broz
Saturday 25th Oriole, Elements, Steve 'Big Man' Clayton, Annie Whitehead and Soothsayers
Sunday 26th Jonathon Gee Trio, Walsall Jazz Orchestra, Urban Stew, Deidre Cartwright Group and Jive Aces.
Real Ales
Just like the music we will have a diverse mix from classic bitters to way out flavours with up to 35 brews in all, plus a range of traditional ciders and foreign beers. Bar opening times:
Wednesday 22nd 6.00pm - 11.00pm
Thursday 23rd 4.00pm - 11.00pm
Friday 24th 2.00pm - 11.00pm
Saturday 25th Noon - 11.00pm
Sunday 26th Noon - 11.00pm
The festival is held at Lichfield Rugby Club, located on the A51 just one mile from Lichfield City Centre. There are good facilities including showers and catering with reasonable access for people with disabilities. The festival is all under cover so you do not have to worry about the weather!
A large camp site is free for full festival ticket holders, but if you want details of other accommodation call 01543 308209
Ticket Prices
Wednesday 22nd, The British Kings of Swing - 12/11 concs/6 students
Seperate ticket needed for this concert.
Thursday 23rd - Sunday 26th, Full Festival Ticket - 30/27 concs/15 students
Includes camping/caravan charges.
Individual Tickets
Thursday 23rd - 6/5 concs/3 students
Friday 24th - 6/5 concs/3 students
Saturday 25th - Full Day 13/11 concs/7 students
Sunday 26th - Full Day 13/11 concs/7 students
Camping per night, per tent/caravan - 5
Children under six free.
Tickets are available, e-mail info@lichfieldarts.org.uk