The Christmas Soul Sessions

Join Janette Mason, Haydn Bardoe and Simon Little for a festive trip through the smoothest Jazz and Soul Christmas Classics.

Janette Mason, renowned arranger and pianist, has put together a fabulous selection of music to get you in the festive mood. Respected for the quality of her musical output, expect an evening of intensely beautiful arrangements, toe tapping swingers and groove laden soul.

She’s joined by the rising star, Haydn Bardoe from hit TV show ‘The Voice’ who has been using his talent to make waves within the music industry.

They will be accompanied by sort after bass player Simon Little who’s been the go-to musician for Clare Teal and the Divine Comedy for the last 20 years.

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Janette Mason

“A band leader of pugnacious flair and genuine unpredictability.” James Griffiths-The Guardian

Haydn Bardoe is a 24-year-old British singer-songwriter based in London.

His sound draws inspiration from artists such as Donny Hathaway, Moses Sumney, James Blake, and Cleo Sol, blending nostalgic tones with a contemporary feel across genres and eras.

Recent venue performances include Islington Ronnie Scott’s, and KOKO Camden, and he can be seen performing alongside artists such as Jaz Karis, Sam Wills, Kadeem Tyrell, Kyra, Essence Martins and Amethyst.

Simon Little

Simon Little is a session bassist from London. A graduate of the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Simon joined The Divine Comedy whilst still at college. He has also been a regular member of Clare Teal’s band since 2004, as well as touring and recording with The Duckworth Lewis Method, Maggie Reilly and Duke Special amongst many others across multiple genres.