Patch, 1 May 2026
Jazz quartet featuring Dan Banks on keyboards and Mike Austin on saxophone
Patch presents an evening of live jazz with a fine quartet featuring the co-leaders of the Kent Youth Jazz Orchestra (KJYO) Mike Austin on sax and Dan Banks on piano.
Mike is a captivating saxophonist who regularly performs with several ensembles.
Dan, originally a classically trained pianist, is a gifted performer and composer with several albums to his name. He holds a PhD focused on the musicality of Chick Corea.
Rob Palmer is an accomplished double bassist who has played with many top class UK jazz musicians whilst he was leading a jazz club in Felixstowe.
Local jazz jam organiser Elmer Van Der Hoek completes the lineup on drums.
The bar has local beers, fine wines, a selection of soft drinks and snacks available on the night (no warm food this time).
Please arrive in good time, as the band will be playing close to the entrance.
Tickets are £12 / £8 for < 18y or in full education; obtainable via the link https://good-show.co.uk/events/3716 or the barcode.
Patch is a vegetarian plant-led restaurant in the heart of Colchester, established September 2022
24 Trinity Street, Colchester, CO1 1JN
07507 722 850 / hello@patchcolchester.co.uk