Sounds of Leeds Conservatoire + Jay Rayner (journalist & jazz pianist)

Sounds of Leeds Conservatoire + Jay Rayner (journalist & jazz pianist)

We're delighted to welcome our Q&A guest for the April instalment of the Sounds Of series: Jay Rayner.

A University of Leeds graduate, Jay is an award-winning writer, journalist and broadcaster and has written extensively across the British and international media as both feature writer and columnist on everything from crime and politics to arts and fashion. He now writes for the Observer, where he is a feature writer and restaurant critic.

A passion of Jay’s is jazz piano playing: the Jay Rayner Quartet has performed at some of Britain’s most prestigious venues, including Ronnie Scott’s and The Crazy Coqs. In 2017 the band released their first live album, A Night of Food and Agony, and have since expanded into a sextet, which continues to tour.

About Sounds of Leeds Conservatoire

The Sounds of Leeds Conservatoire series runs monthly throughout the year, and provides a cross-genre showcase of the conservatoire's finest performing talent. All are welcome to enjoy a midweek gig, in one of our state-of-the-art venues - entry is free, the booking fee covers your first drink on arrival. 

Join us in the Rooftop Bar for drinks, before heading into the atmospheric and intimate Venue to enjoy a concert by superb up-and-coming musicians. On the night, we will have classical pianist Ellis Arey joining us, alongside country-inspired band The Wranglers, before we conclude with Jay Rayner playing with Leeds Conservatoire Jazz students Matthew Rowell (Bass), Kurtis Scotland (Tenor Sax), and Jacob Preater (Drums).

We have some exciting guest speakers planned for future instalments, including Mat Welsh from While She Sleeps.

Entry is free to members of the public - the booking fee buys your first drink. Please consider supporting us with a donation via the Donation Station in the Café:Bar, or through our JustGiving page.

Tickets

Free - we just ask that you pay in advance for your first drink via the booking link.

When arriving at the venue, pick up your ticket from the box office at reception on Level 1, and use it to redeem a drink of your choice at the drinks table on Level 2.

How to Book

Please click the above performance links to book tickets online

You can also contact our box office on 0113 222 3434 to book tickets over the phone. Please note our box office opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. 

Accessibility

Leeds Conservatoire operate a step-free site and is flat surfaced throughout all buildings, however in The Venue itself front row seating is advised. Please contact our box office on 0113 222 3434 to discuss your requirements and to ensure we seat you in an appropriate area.