Freddie Benedict and Chris Bland Present The Art of Voice and Piano
Friday 17th April 2026
Tickets: £20.00 Seat at a shared Table for 4 /£15.00 Seat – No Table
Doors: 7.30pm
Show: 8:00pm-9:30pm – Single Set 75 min
Please note you can book for dinner either before or after the show.
Hampstead Jazz Club is delighted to present an evening of refined jazz artistry featuring vocalist Freddie Benedict and pianist Chris Bland. Together, this expressive duo explores the enduring beauty of the Great American Songbook alongside original material that honours the spirit of classic jazz while speaking with a contemporary voice.
With a deep musical connection and shared love of jazz tradition, Freddie and Chris bring warmth, subtlety, and fresh perspective to beloved repertoire. This elegant duo presents a carefully curated selection of classic standards from the Great American Songbook, celebrating timeless melodies and lyrical sophistication.
The performance will also include a couple of Freddie’s original compositions, highlighting his distinctive voice as a songwriter. Expect an evening of world-class musicianship, heartfelt storytelling, and beautifully crafted jazz.
CHRIS BLAND
Chris Bland is a highly respected pianist on the UK jazz scene, known for his tasteful touch, harmonic depth, and sensitive accompaniment. A versatile and intuitive musician, Chris has performed extensively across leading jazz venues and festivals, collaborating with a wide range of vocalists and instrumentalists. His playing is rooted in the jazz tradition, yet marked by a modern clarity and lyrical sensibility that allows melodies to breathe and stories to unfold naturally.
FREDDIE BENEDICT
Freddie Benedict rose to prominence as lead vocalist with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, a role he held for ten years, gaining invaluable experience performing at major venues and festivals across the UK and beyond. Drawing inspiration from iconic vocalists such as Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Mel Tormé, Freddie has developed a distinctive style characterised by warmth, emotional honesty, and narrative depth. His original compositions reflect a deep respect for jazz songwriting traditions while exploring themes of love, longing, and the human condition.
Together, Freddie and Chris share a natural musical rapport that brings intimacy and spontaneity to every performance. Their interpretations of standards by composers such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Antonio Carlos Jobim feel both timeless and freshly considered, while Freddie’s original songs sit seamlessly alongside the classics.
Set within the welcoming and atmospheric surroundings of Hampstead Jazz Club, this special performance offers audiences the chance to experience two outstanding jazz artists up close. Whether you are a devoted jazz listener or discovering the genre for the first time, this promises to be an evening of elegance, emotion, and exceptional musicianship.
“The boys are outstanding” – Pierce Brosnan
LINE-UP:
Freddie Benedict – Vocals
Chris Bland – Piano
Please note, The Club is not licensed to allow access to Children under the age of 16 after 9pm, so for evening performances, please do not book tickets for children under the age of 16. Children aged 16 and above are welcome at any time.
For £20.00 Tickets:
Seats are not numbered and you will be seated at available tables. Please note tables seat 4 people, so for bookings of less than 4 people, you will be seated and share a table for 4.
For £15.00 Tickets:
This is a fully seated event. Seats are not numbered and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.
Please note the Jazz Club is situated in the basement of the Duke of Hamilton Pub and access is via a number of stairs. The nearest toilets are situated on the 1st floor of the Pub.
Showtimes
Doors: 7:30 pm | Show: 8:00 pm