20/12/2025
SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR US!
Hello Everyone
Sadly, as we intimated earlier, Ayr Jazz Club terminated with a great party night on 28 November with music from The Vieux Carre Jazzmen and joined by guests, local cornettist Mike Daly and also Chris and Veronica Perrin from The Lazy River Jazz Band.
Tributes were paid to the many people connected with the club over the years and to the many bands that had played at the club, coming from many different parts of the UK.
A touching presentation was also made to Chairman, Stuart McLean, who had served the club on committee for 20 years, of which 15 years constituted his chairmanship.
Future of jazz in Ayrshire is unknown but Katy Clachan, aided by some club committee members will host the odd jazz night in Ayr, the first being on 12 February 2026 at the Abbotsford Hotel. Tickets can be purchased in advance from Katy on 07810-007021. The band will be The Three Deuces with Tom Kincaid, Jim Swinnerton and John Hallam
The final evening of the Jazz Club was recorded and photographed and put to a double compact disc album. Copies of this excellent production which also includes the History of Ayr Jazz Club are available from Stuart – phone 01292-590773 or 07858747604. Only £10 each including delivery.
Merry Christmas everybody
