Friday 17th October 2025 7.00–10:00pm (Doors open 6:30pm)

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz with a quartet led by the acclaimed Martin Dobson on saxophone and flute. A distinguished multi-instrumentalist, Martin brings a remarkable career spanning performing, composing, and recording at the highest level. His credits include touring with Marvin Gaye and the Eurythmics, and recording alongside Cliff Richard, Gil Evans, and many others. Discover more on his website https://www.martindobson.com/

He’ll be joined by these fine musicians:

Alex Hearn – guitar

Simon Wood – double bass

Elmer van der Hoek – drums

The bar at Patch will be open throughout the evening, serving local beers, fine wines, soft drinks, and light vegetarian/vegan bites.

Tickets are £12, students and < 18y old £8, obtainable via https://good-show.co.uk/events/2815 or by scanning the barcode.

Patch 24 Trinity Street Colchester, CO1 1JN