Hearts warm, lips smile, and souls expand at every performance from this extraordinary guest musician: Alan Barnes.

An evening with Alan is a journey to a timeless place of stunning musicality, comforting humour, and companionship—a welcome escape from life’s trials and tribulations, if only for a little while.

Affectionately nicknamed “Honorary Crackpot” by the late, great Humphrey Lyttelton, Alan’s musical legacy is nothing short of legendary. With over 25 British Jazz Awards to his name, he is admired and respected by today’s jazz greats and has performed and recorded alongside household names like Björk, Bryan Ferry, Michel Legrand, Clare Teal, Westlife, and Jools Holland.

Despite his status as a masterful multi-instrumentalist, Alan remains one of the most down-to-earth and engaging musicians you’ll ever meet. Perhaps it’s his strong Northern roots, or perhaps it’s because when you’re as naturally gifted as Alan, ego becomes unnecessary—you simply play.

Whatever the secret to his charm, Alan’s performances radiate warmth and joy, and we hope you’ll join us for an evening of incredible music, camaraderie, and fun. Personally, I can’t wait for this gig on Wednesday night!