Vocal Jazz Jam

Launched in February 2026, Ronnie Scott’s is proud to present its first-ever Vocal Jazz Jam, held every Wednesday night Upstairs at Ronnie's. Hosted by pianist Jamie Safir with three of the UK’s finest jazz voices on rotation - Natalie Williams, Emma Smith and Georgia Cécile - the evening offers a platform for rising vocal talent to share the stage at one of the world’s most iconic jazz clubs.

Host and bandleader Jamie Safir is equally at home in the jazz world as on international pop stages. Jamie has worked with jazz artists from Laufey, Veronica Swift and Judi Jackson to pop acts such as Kylie Minogue and Will Young. Jamie's versatility and flair make him the perfect musical host for this new series.

For over 20 years, Ronnie Scott’s has run London’s most famous instrumental jam session. Now, for the first time, singers are invited to take centre stage.

Entry & Sign-Up
To take part, you’ll need to purchase a ticket for the night. Sign-ups will be available inside the venue on arrival.

How We Curate the Lineup
While we would love to hear everyone, time constraints mean we can accommodate a maximum of 12 singers per session.
Please note the signup is not strictly first-come, first-served. We curate the lineup to ensure a balanced, dynamic show. If we can’t fit you in tonight, we really appreciate your understanding and hope to see you next time.

Keeping the Energy High
To maintain the signature Ronnie Scott’s atmosphere, we have a "No Ballads" policy. Please choose upbeat, swing, or mid-tempo tunes that keep the energy up.

Professional Preparation
To sound your best, come ready to lead:

• Know your key
• Set the tempo & count the band in
• Communicate clearly on stage
A Note on Etiquette:
We’re all here to support each other and celebrate the music. Thank you for helping us keep the standard of live jazz as high as ever!