Concert 2
3:00pm
16 November 2025
Rose Room
We are delighted to welcome back one of our most popular visiting acts. Voted ‘Best Band’ twice at the Scottish Jazz Awards, Glasgow-based Rose Room are Scotland’s leading ensemble influenced by ‘Hot Club’ Swing. Led by virtuoso violinist, Scottish Jazz Award-winning vocalist and BBC broadcaster Seonaid Aitken, the band also features Scotland’s No.1 guitar maker Jimmy Moon on double bass, with Tam Gallagher on rhythm guitar and solo guitarist Conor Smith known for his work with The Vintage Explosion.
Rose Room are celebrating their 15th year together with a new album and Scottish tour. ‘It’s Been a Long, Long Time’ is a collection of their favourite tunes, songs and guest musicians.
Expect the effervescent sound of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli as they serve up a mix of 1930s standards, original music and Gypsy Jazz favourites with their signature flair and fireworks.
Tonight’s programme
Gypsy Jazz Numbers:
Joseph, Joseph; Swing Gitane; Dark Eyes; Minor Swing.
1920s/30s Songs:
I Found A New Baby; I Wish You Love; I’ve Got a Feelin’ I’m Fallin’.
Jazz Standards:
Lady Be Good; The Nearness of You; It’s Been a Long, Long Time.