Events

Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle.These sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD, providing an opportunity for them to explore [...]

Everyone welcome to join in or listen.Traditional Folk Jam

Test your knowledge of all things film, TV and music, all whilst raising money for an incredible cause!- Book by selecting the date of the quiz and choosing quiz booking: [...]

The Mercury Sessions are monthly, business focused conversations for creatives offering practical insight, sector knowledge, and the change to connect with peers.Creating Creative Partnerships with Natasha Rickman takes place on [...]

An open PDI competition for images of any subject but which must have been taken in Essex. Two entries per person allowed.Appraisal by Matt Cooke ARPS MA (Distinction - Mdx) [...]

Test your knowledge of all things film, TV and music, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head (cash only)- Maximum 4 to a team- Outside food [...]

As part of the First Thursdays Festival, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.Accessible venue.Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight [...]

Join us for a 2 hour 30 mins immersive experience like no other.We blend powerful SOMA Breathwork with deep, uplifting house music —creating a space for transformation, movement, and JOY.💃 [...]

Doors Open at 7pm Quiz starts at 8pmColchester Rugby Club in partnership with Big Jims Pub Quiz presents The Real 60 General knowledge quiz. The 2nd Friday of every Month. “Get your phone's or tablets charged and ready" CRC presents a new way to quiz in a new Rugby Club in the heart of the [...]

If you missed Jamie when he was here in November for a Sunday session then now is your chance to see him and see how good he really is! He even takes requests! So come along for a chilled early Friday evening session!

The East of England Disabled Creatives Meet-Up is a free space for deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent creatives to meet, share and create!As artists, don’t ask for permission. Take up space. [...]

From 10am-3pm on Sun 10 Jan. join our Mercury Creatives Masterclass: Sound Design Hands On with Nicola T ChangBuild a sound world from scratch and learn how to make a story sing.Join sound designer and composer Nicola T. Chang (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy, The Ministry of [...]

To commiserate myself for having been born in the most pointless month of the year, I am hosting a full speakeasy style day of short floor spots to showcase as [...]

Tickets --> https://www.seetickets.com/event/nine-below-zero-dr-feelgood/colchester-arts-centre/3380756NINE BELOW ZERO+ DR. FEELGOOD'A Shot of Rhythm & Blues' TourTwo of the finest UK Rhythm 'n' Blues bands on one incredible bill.Nine Below Zero released their classic [...]

Energetic, enigmatic and effortlessly stylish, Norwich band Chest. Emerging in 2024 they quickly demanded attention from industry tastemakers and indie fans alike. Early releases earned them radio support from BBC [...]

Our annual David Bowie night presented by Terry Earl is happening again! Slightly different this time as it's on a Saturday night.We will be having a raffle this year to [...]

Local Colchester headliners, Arcane Moon deliver indie rock vibes combining soulful melodies, rich harmonies and a driving groove. Recent winners of the 2025 NMG best ‘New Band’ category, Arcane Moon [...]

Step into warmth and exhale. This cosy yin session is your invitation to relax and soften, a gentle somatic practice designed for deep rest, you time, and a feeling of being held when the weather turns cold. Across two unrushed hours you’ll drop out of the busyness of life and into your body, resting in [...]

Live Music at The Victoria Inn We’re excited to welcome Jake Martin to the Victoria Inn on Sunday 11th January for an evening of top-quality live music. Jake travels the country playing in some of the best music venues so we are so pleased he's playing here. Joining him on the night is special guest [...]

Bring your own vinyl (LP’s or singles welcome) and through the wonders of modern technology we can all appreciate the quality, the atmosphere and the perfection of a bit of [...]

Join us on Tuesday 13th January for our Roman Wine & Food Pairing Evening. Explore how Ancient Rome played a pivotal role in the history of wine as we take [...]

Appraisal by Tom Peck LRPS CPAGBHeader Image: Autumn Trees - Pat Frewin LRPS DPAGB BPE5* AWPF

It's Open Mic Night!Bring yourself... or send your friends in place of you.... or come with your friends and get involved.Bring your instruments or borrow mine (Guitar, Piano, Cajon & [...]

Join us for our FREE monthly Scratch Night, at the Lakeside Theatre bar!Whether you’re a performer or an audience member, join us for a lively evening with a café full [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay [...]

Test your general knowledge at the Victoria Inn General Knowledge Quiz, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head entry (CASH ONLY)- Maximum 4 to a team- [...]

Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience. From Rob Newman comes a barnstorming new stand-up show about where we are and where we’re going. From [...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed has some great cards to [...]

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 15 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Thu, 14 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM

Happy to be taking the show back to Colchester Arts Centre for one last Bowie-shaped hurrah! 10 years since THE PRETTIEST STARMAN formed, we’ve been paying tribute to David Bowie [...]

A great was to start your weekend!Come and join our Sound Bath meditations, vibrational relaxation, curated sonic journies to soothe the soul…Minimal effort required, for maximum results. Simply recline, bathe [...]

In light of the recent changes being implemented across the arts sector, in order to better enable accessibility for arts funding bodies, the Mercury Theatre and Graeae would like to invite you to a brand-new Masterclass.Accessible Funding with Deepa Shastri and Roxanne Carney, in association with Mercury Creatives will take place from 10.30am – 12pm [...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed has some great cards to add.Lorwyn Eclipsed Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new core set in the magic timeline.What you get6 [...]

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Kicking off the new year in style at one of our favourite live music venues! Always a great night in Coda, so make sure you bring your friends and party to 2 sets of great covers from 24K, with DJ Pressplay spinning the tunes until late!

👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-tribute-to-adele-ess⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Essex. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Colchester Town Hall - Moot Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.General Info 📍 Venue: Colchester Town Hall - Moot Hall [...]

🎉 MEGA FUN DAY – COLCHESTER! 🎉1 DAY OF FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!DATES & TIMES 📅 Sunday 18th January 2026⏰ Session Times:• 10:30 – 12:00• 12:30 – 2:00• 2:30 [...]

Bodywork, Mindfulness & Breathwork with Somatics - Soul-Food for the Whole SelfHow are you, really?How has your emotional and mental wellbeing been lately?Have you checked in with your body, mind, [...]

It’s that time of year again as The Keep Colchester Cool Theatre Awards return to celebrate the very best of local theatre. Formerly known as The Paulies until 2024, the [...]

Tickets £20.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Bassistry is a dynamic vocal-led Nu Jazz band, that Blues & Soul Magazine’s, 5-star review, described as “ a [...]

In our Sacred Drum Circles, we unite in a circle, a symbol of wholeness and unity. The drum, one of the oldest instruments known to humanity, guides us on a [...]

Bassistry is a dynamic vocal-led Nu Jazz band, that Blues & Soul Magazine’s, 5-star review, described as“ a mix of funk grooves with Latin Rhythms and pulsating electronic, and beautiful [...]

First Drink & Draw of 2026!An evening of Drinking and Drawing in the pub. All are welcome!Bring a sketchbook, something to draw with, and some money for a drink (or [...]

Join us upstairs at Three Wise Monkeys every Tuesday for our weekly Kizomba lessons.Every class is unique. The routines are progressive and adaptive, regardless of your experience or dancing background.It’s [...]

Tickets £26.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.The James Hunter Six returns with their first album on Easy Eye Sound, delivering another dose of timeless rhythm [...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed has some great cards to [...]

🎭 Wivenhoe Pantomime Group Presents: Camelot the Panto! 🏰⚔️ Written & Directed by Elise RobertsGet ready for a magical adventure full of laughs, music, and mischief in this year’s Wivenhoe [...]

We are delighted to welcome Peter F Hamilton to the store to talk about the first novel in his Arkship Trilogy. Peter has been a key figure in British Science [...]

Calling all poetry lovers!Maybe you like listening to poetry.Maybe you like sharing your poetry.Maybe you’ve never shared it before.Maybe you know a poet.If you fall into one of the above, [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.Accessible venue.Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight [...]

It’s winter in a small, isolated town in the Appalachian mountains. Ex-con and recovered addict Evan lives a simple and solitary existence until some old ghosts return to unbury a [...]

With Friday nights back at Ace Comics Gaming Centre, we are pleased to bring back Friday night magic standard onto the calendar too.Standard decks, swiss rounds, fnm prizes and prize [...]

Shakespeare’s words vividly conjured up the sights and sounds of nature for audiences at a time of bare stages and limited special effects. Two aspects of the forces of nature [...]

M&L IIINothing. Existed. DJ set.A night of post-punk, coldwave, new wave, minimal synth and industrial.

Blow Up returns to Colchester at Three Wise Monkeys Paul Tunkin (DJ) plus The Forty Fours (live)Colchester was the first town to hold a Blow Up event outside of the [...]

The previously advertised Blow Up event in Colchester at Three Wise Monkeys has moved from Friday 3rd October 2025 to Friday 23rd January 2026 – All advance tickets (for Oct [...]

HAPPY ENDING PANTOMIMES are back to give you an even happier ending with this Award Winning ADULT PANTOMIME!Get ready for the udderly cheeky, naughtiest version of Jack and the Beanstalk [...]

Tickets £6 Adults / £3 Children£15 Family (admits 4, must include 1 child)Doors open 1pm, Show starts 1.30pmThis show is for a seated audienceA perfect introduction to the world of [...]

Gundam Card Game Standard Event Now the launch has happened and people have had a chance to enjoy opening boosters. We can now look to start running standard / own [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Colour & ShapeForever Blues?Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm [...]

Enjoy this intimate milonga with friends at the beautiful Passage House cafe in Colchester. This place has a great hardwood floor! Delicious food, hot beverages and soft drinks are available [...]

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We bring you a night of some of the best of Essex metal. 24th of January 2026@threewise monkeys, Colchetser featuring RegicideBlackWater KingsDraughrheimFallenRelic£5 on the door

Mendelssohn: Hebrides OvertureMendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minorSoloist: Philippa BartonMendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 (Scottish)Conductor: Chris PhelpsTickets £18 (under 25s free) available at the door or to order - 01206 271128 [...]

Raz: An almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar, Pera Frank on bass, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz's original music is a blend of Jazz, Funk, [...]

Raz: An almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar, Pera Frank on bass, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz's original music is a blend of Jazz, Funk, [...]

Fleeced are back at Coda in the New year with a gut punching set of classic songs from across 7 decades, Foofighters, Simple Minds, U2,Stereophonics, The Police, Billy Idol to, [...]

They’re back here to play (finally)! Come along and join in a sing song on a Sunday afternoon! 🍺 🎶

Test your knowledge of the hilarious show, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head (cash only)- Maximum 6 to a team- Food served throughout - Book [...]

Tickets £12 (includes your first wee dram…Non alcoholic drams available)https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eafc-x-qsb-burns-night-tickets-1976887894910?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurlHold the date as we bring our own very special folk soaked version of Burns Night celebration to our wonderful local [...]

"For me, Tracey is a world-class musician whose mature and distinctive artistry is right up there with the likes of Philly Joe Jones and Roy Haynes." - Jazz JournalAn award-winning [...]

"For me, Tracey is a world-class musician whose mature and distinctive artistry is right up there with the likes of Philly Joe Jones and Roy Haynes." - Jazz JournalPrepare yourself [...]

Prepare yourself for a cracking evening's jazz, courtesy ofaward-winning drummer, bandleader, composer, and arranger Clark Tracey and his Jazz Champions! Clark, who originally performed with his late, great father, Stan [...]

Tickets £16.50.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.Phil has been getting better at comedy since March 1987. One of these days he may just get it right. Until then Phil just keeps [...]

A wonderful Burns Night event, organised by @east_anglian_folklore_centre at Queen Street Brewhouse on 25th January. If you would like to enjoy some vegan Haggis accompanied with Neeps and Tatties and [...]

Sign-up sheet: https://forms.gle/vJQsx3Sj8gfkoy8M6Event: Battle of the BandsLocation: Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester Top FloorDates:– Heat 1: Monday, 26th January 2026: Ghost Week– Heat 2: Tuesday, 27th January 2026 PULSE– Heat 3: Wednesday, 28th January 2026 GREEBOTime: 6:00 PM – 8:45 PM (No under 18s allowed after 9:00 PM)Ticket Price: £4 (includes £1 donation to the Brightlingsea [...]

Tickets £12 / £11 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.John Watterson is delighted to bring his show to Colchester Folk Club – ‘An Audience without Jake Thackray’.The show will include many Jake classics (Sister Josephine, On Again On Again, The Bantam Cock etc), anecdotes from John’s research into Jake’s life [...]

Designed for children aged 2 1/2 to 4, along with their parents, grandparents, and carers, these monthly sessions offer an immersive journey of scientific or historical exploration and discovery.Join us [...]

Join us for Mercury Reads a series of lively rehearsed readings celebrating local voices and fresh new writing. Each event spotlights an exciting playwright from our region, giving audiences the [...]

Sign-up sheet: https://forms.gle/vJQsx3Sj8gfkoy8M6Event: Battle of the BandsLocation: Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester Top FloorDates:– Heat 1: Monday, 26th January 2026: Ghost Week– Heat 2: Tuesday, 27th January 2026 PULSE– Heat 3: [...]

Creative Accounting Online Masterclass with Kate Alhashimi takes place on Tue 27 Jan from 6-8pm on Zoom.The Creative Accounting Online Masterclass with Kate Alhashimi will teach you how to take [...]

Appraisal by David Steel DPAGBHeader Image: Coyote with Kill, Lynn Rix DPAGB BPE2*

80+ real ales, real cider and more. Full details at https://colchesterbeerfestivals.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/events/1828805534415952/?event_time_id=1828805541082618

The SPACE Peer-to-Peer sessions are a space for sharing work in progress, peer support and feedback and networking.The sessions are open to all creatives and are free to attend.

Sign-up sheet: https://forms.gle/vJQsx3Sj8gfkoy8M6Event: Battle of the BandsLocation: Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester Top FloorDates:– Heat 1: Monday, 26th January 2026: Ghost Week– Heat 2: Tuesday, 27th January 2026 PULSE– Heat 3: [...]

ONE PIECE Store Tournament Event. This is our first of many One Piece events. We hope to keep this on the calendar so come and show your support for this [...]

Open Mic Comedy at Dice & a Slice! FREE ENTRY! Apply to perform at the link belowhttps://forms.gle/CCNgZn2DrZx2h4Hp6

Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. January is all about the [...]

A Life of CrimeIn conversation with author Mike Ripley, over a glass of wine. Mike Ripley wrote his first novelon the train whilst commuting between Colchester and London. He has [...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay [...]

Do you love all things drag?! Well strut right up because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is BACK for their first show of 2026 bringing you a gorgeous night of drag in COLCHESTER at the iconic Three Wise Monkeys! Serving up a classic slice of British drag cabaret, expect fabulous lip synching, live vocals, camp [...]

Booking info at bottom of this post. Thursday 29th January 7.30pm to 9.30pm - back at Wivenhoe Bowls Club - doors 7pm (please use Woodland Way entrance)Top notch live stand-up comedy from Andrew O'Neill“One of the funniest comics on the circuit today” - TimeOut"Thrillingly good comedy - it flies at you, picks you up, takes [...]

A brand new highland cow comes to Colchester at Artsy Image.No experience necessary.Come along and have lots of fun creating something you didn't think possible.

The Lexden Crown presents an Old Skool Pen and Paper QuizIts Time to take it back to the Old Skool, with a Pen and Paper style Quiz.Big Jims Old Skool Pub Quiz, fun for all, with 5 themed rounds of quiz fun, including both Audio and Picture rounds and the return of the World famous [...]

It’s Hamlet, but not as you know it. Two women (and a skull) take on 23 roles between them in 60 minutes, in a spectacularly fun and surprisingly moving theatrical event. This is an unpretentious adaptation, with joys in it for those familiar with Hamlet and those new to the story. Following the critical success [...]

Power Station began in the depths of lockdown - and in the aftermath of our previous film Bank Job, where we purchased and blew up £1.2 million of local debt [...]

TWM Live is thrilled to announce Native James with support from Skeleton Boy + Dead Channels as part of IVW 2026. Join us for an exciting evening of live music on Friday, 30th January, at the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester. Doors open at 7:30pm, and tickets are priced at £10 plus [...]

End of JanuaryGothtastic night in the Brewhouse sees DJ Will Bland & DJ Gentleman Jim playing the best stomping GOTH ROCK METAL🖤🤠☠️🫵🧟‍♀️🧟🎧🎚️💿

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 6 Sep 2024 at 11:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Wed, 4 Sep 2024 at 11:00 AMOff The Kerb Presale : Wed, 4 Sep 2024 at 11:00 AM

Join us for a night of line dancing to live music.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available.Contact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place

Dear neighbours,We’re so excited to invite you to our very first special � Art Beats evening at Wivenhoe Cafe & Gallery!We’re also happy to announce that our TEN application has been accepted, which means we’ll be able to serve alcohol at the event.We can’t wait to welcome you for an evening of art, music, and [...]

Join us for a creative and inspiring Fascinator Workshop on Saturday 31st January, 10am–1pm, held at the workroom next to Colcheco.In this small-group workshop, you’ll learn how to design and [...]

This week standard week.Due to popular demand and the love or Lorcana, Saturday morning league is going back to a points based system (for those that want to join in [...]

� SUPER ROLL – HURRY TICKETS ARE LIVE! � SPORTS THEME� Saturday, 31st January 2026� Charter Hall, Colchester� Skate Hire sold out at the last event – make sure you [...]

We’re incredibly excited to be hosting a Pokémon Play Lab Discovery Day, an official Play! Pokémon event designed to welcome brand-new Trainers into the Pokémon Trading Card Game.This is a [...]

Gundam TCG GD03 Steel Requiem Prerelease Event For this new release of set 3 we will be running a Sealed Battle event, meaning that instead of bringing a pre-built deck, [...]

Magic The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander Party.Come and join us for Lorwyn Eclipsed Party! All participants will receive a commander party promo & pod winners will be able to get [...]

For Burst Protocol we will be running a sealed play format event. Sneak Peeks are your chance to get your hands on the new set before others and a chance [...]

Join us for a cosy and creative Candle Making Workshop at Colcheco, perfect for anyone looking to unwind and make something special.During this hands-on session, you’ll be guided step-by-step through [...]

Listen whilst our brewers take you through the story, flavour and notes of our core range of fantastic Other Monkey Brewing beer poured fresh from our taps.Your £10 ticket will [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Daniel Stephen TurnerMatt-As-TropheRowan Donaldson Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from [...]

Get ready to rewind to the ultimate decade of pop culture at our unforgettable 90s Party Night! Expect non-stop anthems, iconic throwbacks, and a dance floor packed with 90s vibes all night long.The event is strictly for over 18s, and ID may be required upon entry. Doors open at 7:30pm and the event finishes at [...]

We are back stronger and wiser, deafer and wider! With spanking new drummer extraordinaire David “ANIMAL” Clayton (poached from planet Punk)

Colchester Salsa's first salsa social dance of 2026 with guest teacher Sal Fehmi! 7.30-8.30pm: Rueda class with Sal, Beginners level class with Adrian. 8.30-11.00pm: DJs (playing Salsa, Kizomba and Bachata). [...]

2 band and lots of noise in the rock and roll style!

Join us for a night of all your favourite ABBA hits!

A rare treat with Electric Ocean performing live at the Albion! Get in early to grab a seat…

Mark your calendars! 🎉 Join us at Silk Road on Saturday the 31st of January in the heart of Colchester for an unforgettable night of luxury, music, and celebration. Get ready to sip expertly crafted cocktails, relax with premium shishas, and dance to the beats that keep the party going until the early hours. More [...]

Looking to have a new year clear out? The Bring & Buy is a perfect way to get rid of some of your board games, rpg books, miniatures, TCGs and [...]

Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle.These sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD, providing an opportunity for them to explore the museum at a quieter time. We aim to minimise sensory stimulation in the galleries by turning off audio and visuals and providing a sensory [...]

Everyone welcome to join in or listen.Traditional Folk Jam

JazzTickets £17 / £15 concessions.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.Named among the 100 Alternative Power Music List, multi-award-winning jazz artist, journalist, Grammy Academy member and [...]

🤠 CLUB COUNTRY SUNDAY @ RUBIX 🤠Colchester’s favourite Country night returns!Dust off the cowboy boots and head down to Rubix Bar & Nightclub for a big, feel-good Country Sunday packed [...]

BBC Introducing in Essex and Cambridgeshire Presents: A Showcase Gig at Three Wise Monkeys for Independent Venue WeekDate: Sunday 1st FebruaryLocation: Three Wise Monkeys, ColchesterTickets:£7.50 + Booking FeeTime: Doors open [...]

Named among the 100 Alternative Power Music List, multi-award-winning jazz artist, journalist, Grammy Academy member and founder of the award-winning Women in Jazz Media organisation Fiona Ross is ‘an artist [...]