Grow Hackney Joins the EFG London Jazz Festival with Two Exciting Events
Donovan Haffner
This weekend, Grow Hackney proudly takes part in the EFG London Jazz Festival 2024, hosting two unique events that showcase the dynamic and diverse nature of jazz. Here's what you can look forward to:
Thursday 21st November: Jazz Jam with Donovan Haffner
This Thursday, the usual house band, Stratos, makes way for a special guest host—Donovan Haffner, an exciting young talent redefining the jazz scene.
Donovan, a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, has collaborated with some of the biggest names in contemporary jazz, including Moses Boyd, Charlie Stacey, Jay Phelps, and Balimaya Project. At just 18, he toured Italy with Moses Boyd and has become a regular in Jay Phelps’ Kind of Blue project. Mentored by luminaries like Gary Crosby OBE and Binker Golding, Donovan is a finalist for the prestigious Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2024 and the Tina May Award.
Don’t miss this chance to witness a rising star deliver a powerful evening of jazz, pushing boundaries and paying homage to tradition.
Tina Edwards
Saturday 23rd November: Love is Everywhere #5
Celebrate jazz on the dancefloor with the fifth edition of Love is Everywhere, a vibrant party blending timeless jazz vibes with contemporary global grooves.
The evening kicks off with a free UK jazz dance lesson 7-8 PM led by the incredible Masumi Endo, one of the world’s foremost jazz dance instructors. Whether you're an absolute beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is a fantastic way to get moving. At 9 PM, experience a captivating performance by Masumi Endo and the dynamic dance collective Foot Notes, bringing the energy and artistry of UK jazz dance to life.
The music lineup includes:
7-10 PM: Warm-up set by Tina Edwards
10-12:30 PM: Jazzy Sport London
12:30-2 AM: Tina Edwards’ closing set
Jazzy Sport London, the UK arm of Japan’s iconic Jazzy Sport, brings an eclectic blend of jazz dancefloor, Latin, jazz house, broken beat, and more, connecting the vibrant music cultures of Tokyo, London, and beyond.
Tina Edwards, a DJ and curator at the forefront of the UK jazz scene, brings infectious energy and deep knowledge of global grooves, ensuring every set is a fresh and dynamic experience.
Whether you’re looking to soak up live music in an intimate jazz jam or hit the dancefloor for a night of global rhythms, Grow Hackney is the place to be this weekend.
Secure your spot and celebrate the spirit of jazz with us!