6-nov-25
Stephen Sondheim's stirring anthem of vulnerability and connection. A haunting preview of Ian's new album Stephensong - Ian Shaw Sings Stephen Sondheim, released on 28 November.
Being Alive is out today
download and stream.
17-jul-25
Thursday 27th November at Kings Place, N1.
Launch of Ian's new album Stephensong — reimagining Sondheim’s iconic songs through a jazz lens with his signature blend of emotional depth, wit, and vocal virtuosity.
With acclaimed pianist Barry Green.
Tickets:
www.kingsplace.co.uk
2-nov-25
25 Jan – 2 Feb 2026
PizzaExpress Jazz Club, Dean Street, Soho
Ian Shaw returns to the stage at Dean Street. Don't miss this unique season of dazzling collaborations from the international world of jazz, soul, pop, film, song-writing — plus the much-loved “Pianobar”. Book early to avoid disappointment.
With Claire Martin, Iain Ballamy, Jamie Safir, Natalie Williams, Guy Barker, Georgia Mancio, Vanessa Haynes, Carol Grimes, Enzo Zirilli, Elaine Delmar, Tony Kofi, Janie Dee, and more.
Wed 19 November 25
Frank & Mark's, Oxford
Thu 20 November 25
Balfour Winery, Five Oak Lane, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0HT
Thu 27 November 25
Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG
Sat 06 December 25
Guildford Institute, Ward Street, Guildford GU1 4LH
Sun 14 December 25
The Exchange, Twickenham TW1 1BE
10-sept-25
Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club
Continuing the series of Saturday brunch shows in which Ian is up-close and personal with luminaries from the UK music scene.
In November, Ian welcomes UK pop legend Mari Wilson for an interview that will not only celebrate her legacy but also reveal the thoughtful artist behind the glamour.
Expect live performance, conversation and Q&A.
17-oct-25
Ian's new single – one of Stephen Sondheim’s most delicate and introspective songs, originally written for the 1966 musical Evening Primrose.
Taken from Ian's new album Stephensong - Ian Shaw Sings Stephen Sondheim, released on 28 November.
I Remember is out now to download and stream.
17-apr-25
A collection of photos of the concert at FolkClub in Torino, Italy, on 5th April 2025 when Ian again joined Alessandro Di Liberto, Alessandro Maiorino and Enzo Zirilli. Photos by Antonio Baiano. Published on All About Jazz.
View the gallery at allaboutjazz.com/ian-shaw-at-folkclub
17-apr-25
Ian recorded this album (Abeat Records) in 2020 in Bari, Italy with with Alessandro Di Liberto (piano), Tommaso Scannapieco (double bass) and Enzo Zirilli (drums).
We have acquired a limited stock of this rare album. To get your copy, please visit our shop.
Wed 19 November 25
Frank & Mark's, Oxford
Thu 20 November 25
Balfour Winery, Five Oak Lane, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0HT
Thu 27 November 25
Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG
Sat 06 December 25
Guildford Institute, Ward Street, Guildford GU1 4LH
Sun 14 December 25
The Exchange, Twickenham TW1 1BE
“a celebration of all that is good about Ian Shaw. He moves from the ebullient to the reflective as he uses his vocal and lyrical craft to bring to life a typical Greek Street Friday.”
★★★★ Get Ready To Rock
“This fantastic quartet brings Strayhorn and Ellington tunes to life on this superb live album.” The Billy Strayhorn Foundation
“this is one of Shaw's very best records... [he's] in his element, corresponding intimately on the stand with saxophonist Tony Kofi”
★★★★ Marbank
From The Theory Of Joy (Harmonia Mundi/Jazz Village), release February 2016. Please consider making a donation to refugee aid – all info below video.
Ian has been appointed Patron of Refugee Support, an organisation providing direct help to refugees within Europe, focusing on delivering aid with dignity.
Read more at www.refugeesupporteu.com
The Phone Credit Group provides refugee children with vital support. Ian talks to Paula Erol of The Phone Credit Group and Tess Berry-Hart of Calais Action about this fundraising initiative. Listen to the podcast to find out how you can help.
As many of you know, I have been working for a year now as a volunteer at the unofficial refugee camp – known as the jungle…
Banner photography by James Christos.
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