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Ambleside Days 2026 Fri 4th Sep 7.30pm

Ambleside Days

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First Set: 7.30pm £39.00

Vincent Peirani accordion, Tim Garland saxophone. Guest: Niklas Lukassen bass

The man who ten years ago completely renewed the language of the accordion - and continues to do so - has become a major artist, whose uninhibited, cosmopolitan view of music and sense of instrumental combination and colour, enable him to bring that rare and precious magical touch to everything he does.

Vincent is joined by Tim Garland on saxophone and Niklas Lukassen, bass.

Niklas Lukassen displays an equally astonishing lyrical sensibility and skilful command of the upright bass, the bass guitar, and his unique bass cello. Described as "a versatile bass virtuoso" by Jazzwise magazine, he has emerged on the international jazz scene as an original voice with a vision that also demonstrates a natural bandleader's authority.

Intermission

Second Set: 9.00pm approx.

Hejira - Celebrating Joni Mitchell

Hejira is an outstanding 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterful works of the legendary Joni Mitchell.

The 7 piece band is fronted by the extraordinarily talented Jana Varga, who not only sings majestically with Joni’s pitch-accuracy, poise, and dignity, but also plays guitar with Joni's unique mannerisms.

She is an exceptional musician, who initially studied classical music to a very high level, but also immersed herself in folk, jazz and rock genres. Jana is an outstanding songwriter who has had a close working relationship - touring and recording- with the platinum-selling artist, Rumer.

Please do not buy individual tickets if you want the Festival Pass, but call us on 015394 33845. Festival Passes are £170 and will get you in to all 7 concerts plus fringe jazz events in our Jazz Bar.

Event Information

Ambleside Days 2026 Fri 4th Sep 7.30pm

120 mins | Not a Film | Concert

First UK Showing: 4th September 2026

Evening Show £39.00

Event timing information will be confirmed soon.

If you wish to book a Movie Deal, please do not book online, but give us a call on 015394 33845.

Ambleside Days 2026 Fri 4th Sep 7.30pm

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Event Information

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