Gigs coming soon – JUNE
May 28, 2025 12:51 pm
Thursday 26th June 2025 – The Katriona Taylor Latin Quintet at George IV, Boston Room
Katriona Taylor at George IV, Music Room, Chiswick W4
Outstanding Latin & Jazz vocalist Katriona Taylor presents a sensational fusion of Latin grooves, with songs from the likes of Tania Maria, Astrud Gilberto, Sergio Mendes, Nancy Wilson, Michael Bublé and Dusty Springfield. From Bossa Nova to Salsa, Rhumba to Latin Funk – the show will feature the hottest Latin rhythms and intoxicating energy.
Katriona’s love affair with Latin music began at an early age whilst living in Portugal and continues to flourish. Her soulful and evocative voice will captivate you.
An established artist on the UK jazz scene, with six albums to her name, Katriona is equally at home on intimate stages or performing internationally to an audience of thousands.
Katriona has received countless plaudits for her polished live performances, Katriona has also supported the legendary, 10 times Grammy Award winner George Benson on his world tour and The James Taylor Quartet, amongst others.
A regular at top London venues and festivals including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, 606 Jazz Club, Soho Jazz Club and the EFG London Jazz Festival.
“So lovely to hear, thank you Katriona. Beautifully sung – I love it! ” Jools Holland
“As a singer, Taylor has a sultry, smoky voice. She’s a versatile vocalist who can pay tribute to Nina Simone and Diana Krall“Jon Clay, Jazzwise Magazine
Start 7.30pm
Tickets £15 (£13 for Chiswick Club Card holders) plus Eventbrite booking fee
Piano – John Crawford
Bass – Paul Michael
Sax – Vasilis Xenopoulos
Drums – Chris Nickols
New album launch ‘Daring Dreams’
UK vocalist Katriona Taylor presents her 6th album – Daring Dreams, this new jazz, Latin and soul album features her original songs. Katriona is famous for her sultry, smooth vocals, and funky vibes, and these original songs expertly blend a fusion of jazz grooves.
On this album Katriona plays with a whole array of exceptional talents. Tonight at Piano Smithfield Katriona and her band John Crawford – Piano, Dominic Ashworth – Guitar, Paul Michael – Bass, Chris Nickolls – Drums andVasilis Xenopoulus – Sax will light up the stage and you’ll hear that remarkable hit of instrumentation and musicianship on display.Daring Dreams is the journey of an artist who loves to sing and share her positive passion for music.
Katriona is at home on the intimate stages of the UK’s top jazz clubs like Ronnie Scotts and 606 or at large International festivals. She has opened for the legendary George Benson and the James Taylor Quartet amongst others. Her music has received multiple plaudits & airplay and rave reviews, as well as being featured on BBC National radio and JazzFM.
“Katriona’s not only stunningly talented herself, she’s playing with an entire band led with studio aces and seasoned veterans of the game that have impeccable skillsets”. Sleeping Bag Studios – Canada
“As a singer, Taylor has a sultry, smoky voice. She’s a versatile vocalist who can pay tribute to Nina Simone and Diana Krall“ Jon Clay – Jazzwise Magazine
