Returning to the stage in 2026

SCelebrating four decades at the forefront of British jazz, Courtney Pine returns to the stage in 2026 with Out of the Ghetto: A Modern Day Jazz Story — a powerful retrospective tour.

From his landmark debut Journey to the Urge Within to his Mercury-nominated Modern Day Jazz Stories and deeply personal House of Legends project, Pine has consistently redefined what it means to be a jazz artist in the UK. Blending the spiritual legacy of jazz with the pulse of reggae, soul, hip-hop, and drum & bass, his musical lens tells the deeply personal story of a generation and a nation finding its voice through sound.

This special live show brings together key moments from Pine’s remarkable catalogue, alongside previously unreleased material reimagined with the fire and freedom that have made his performances legendary.

Both a celebration and a reflection, Out of the Ghetto: A Modern Day Jazz Story honours the resilience, creativity, and community that shaped Pine’s journey from London streets to international stages.

Expect a night of deep grooves, soaring saxophone, and the unmistakable energy of an artist who continues to push jazz forward while staying true to his roots.

2026 Band Line Up

• Robert Mitchell – Piano
• Rio Kai – Double Bass
• Romarna Campbell – Drums
• Courtney Pine – saxophones

Touring dates 2026

TOURING FESTIVALS AND  VENUES FROM MAY THROUGH DECEMBER 2026 – check back for regular updates and tickets links:

MAY 2026

• 3rd CHELTENHAM JAZZ FESTIVAL, CHELTENHAM
• 7th & 8th RONNIE SCOTTS LONDON
• May 12th – NORWICH THEATRE ROYAL
• May 31st – BLUE TONE FESTIVAL, TAUNTON 

JUNE 2026

• 14th – GLASGOW JAZZ FESTIVAL, GLASGOW  
• 21st –BAND ON THE WALL, MANCHESTER

JULY 2025

• 4th – LOVE SUPREME FESTIVAL, EAST SUSSEX
• 12th – BUXTON OPERA HOUSE, BUXTON

AUGUST 2026

• 6th– BRECON JAZZ  FESTIVAL, BRECON

SEPTEMBER 2026

• 26TH – WARWICK ARTS CENTRE, WARWICK