Exclusive: New Midlands jazz night to thrill music lovers at iconic city hotel

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is launching Downstairs At The Grand, a sophisticated speakeasy, serving as a late-night live music jazz bar.

Bringing blues, jazz, boogie-woogie and cabaret to one of Birmingham’s grandest buildings, Downstairs At The Grand will feature musical residencies from stellar musicians every week, staging a varied programme of entertainment.

BirminghamWorld was invited to the pre-launch on Friday, May 9, 2025. We enjoyed a sneak peek into what music fans can expect, with our video giving an exciting snapshot into the incredible music talent set to wow Birmingham.

Late at night, Downstairs At The Grand will take over Isaac’s, the restaurant nestled within The Grand Hotel, paying homage to the secret bustle of historical speakeasies hiding within existing businesses.

It will open on Friday, May 16, from 10pm until 2am; thereafter, it will host a series of live jazz sessions on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays making it the ultimate weekend for jazz fans.

While enjoying the late-night captivating performances, guests can enjoy classic and innovative cocktails such as Old Fashioneds, Paris Rouge and Negronis, and a selection of fine wines and fizz.

There is something rather magical about sipping on well crafted cocktails while listening to live jazz, we can heartily recommend the Old Fashioned, and if you fancy a twist on a classic, ask for a Rum Old Fashioned instead.

The late-night food menu will include charcuterie boards, artisan cheese boards, small plates and sourdough pizzas, plus sweet options.

The impressive line-up of artists includes Tom Seals, a top boogie-woogie and blues pianist and vocalist who has supported artists such as Jools Holland, Jamie Cullum, and Gregory Porter.

Part of the fabulous line-up is Dino Baptiste, a highly energetic pianist, vocalist and entertainer known for his dynamic performances.

Also taking the stage is Chris ‘Beebe’ Aldridge.

He is one of the UK’s finest saxophonists having performed with an impressive roster of artists including Gary Barlow, Tony Christie and jazz icon Pee Wee Ellis.

The inaugural performer on opening night is Joe Spinoza, a cohort of the celebrated Birmingham Conservatoire.

Guests will be delighted by a musical range, from sultry bossa nova covers to Rat Pack classics and popular soulful tunes.

Here are upcoming performances and residencies for 2025. Please check with the venue prior to travelling to account for any change in schedule.

Jazz nights at The Grand Hotel Birmingham dates summer 2025

May 2025

Friday 16th May - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Saturday 17th May - The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti

Thursday 22nd May - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Friday 23rd May - The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti

Saturday 24th May - Dino Baptiste And The Night Train

Thursday 29th May - Dino Baptiste And The Night Train

Friday 30th May - Genevieve Jazz

Saturday 31st May - The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti

June 2025

Thursday 5th June - The Unlikely Duo: Alex Thompson And Georgia Bray

Friday 6th & Saturday 7th June - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Thursday 12th June - Tom Seals Sings The American Book

Friday 13th June - An Evening Of Rhythm And Blues With Tom Seals

Saturday 14th June - Tom Seals Feat Beebe Sax

Thursday 19th June - Cabaret: An Evening Of Musical Theatre With Lisa-Marie

Friday 20th & Saturday 21st June - Dino Baptiste And The Night Train

Thursday 26th June - The Unlikely Duo: Alex Thompson And Georgia Bray

Friday 27th June - Alex Thompson And Friends

Saturday 28th June - Joe Spinoza And Friends

July 2025

Thursday 3rd July - The Jazz Tonics Featuring Josie Soden

Friday 4th & Saturday 5th July - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Friday 11th & Saturday 12th July - Genevieve Jazz

Thursday 17th July - The Unlikely Duo: Alex Thompson And Georgia Bray

Friday 18th July - Alex Thompson And Friends

Saturday 19th July - An Evening Of Rhythm And Blues With Tom Seals

Thursday 24th July - The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti

Friday 25th & Saturday 26th July - Dino Baptiste And The Night Train

Thursday 31st July - Cabaret: Tiano

August 2025

Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd August - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Thursday 7th- Saturday 9th August - Dino Baptiste And The Night Train

Thursday 14th August - Tom Seals Sings The American Book

Friday 15th August - An Evening Of Rhythm And Blues With Tom Seals

Saturday 16th August - Tom Seals Feat Beebe Sax

Thursday 21st August - The Jazz Tonics Featuring Josie Soden

Friday 22nd - Saturday 23rd August - The Voice Of Rafael Nannetti

Thursday 28th August - Saturday 30th August - The Wun Yen Chan Band

September 2025

Thursday 4th September - Joe Spinoza And Friends

Friday 5th - Saturday 6th September - Genevieve Jazz

Thursday 11th September - Cabaret: An Evening Of Musical Theatre With Lisa-Marie

Friday 12th - Saturday 13th September - The Jazz Tonics Featuring Josie Soden

Thursday 18th - Saturday 20th - September The Wun Yen Chan Band

Thursday 25th September - The Unlikely Duo: Alex Thompson And Georgia Bray

Friday 26th September - Alex Thompson And Friends

Saturday 27th September - Dino Baptiste and the Night Train

Location: Downstairs At The Grand @ Isaac’s The Grand Hotel, 1 Church Street, Birmingham B3 2FE

For the full schedule of performances or to make a booking click here.