A black and white photo of a band on stage with a person singing in the centre.
Credit: © Brad Henshaw. Photo courtesy of Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival.

Jazz at Craft & Culture

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About Jazz at Craft & Culture

Celebrate the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival 2026 with Birmingham Museums Trust

Join us as we celebrate the 42nd year of the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival with a series of pop-up performances across six of our sites. Experience live music in our iconic spaces and discover jazz in some of Birmingham's most beautiful locations.

Brad Henshaw's performance on the 24th July is now taking place at the fantastic new Craft & Culture venue – and it's completely free to attend.
Join us as we welcome audiences to this exciting new Jewellery Quarter space for an unforgettable evening with one of the UK's finest blues and roots artists. We look forward to seeing you there!

Doors open at 7pm, performance starts at 7:30pm. 

BRAD HENSHAW
Brad Henshaw is a Birmingham-born singer-songwriter whose remarkable career has seen him collaborate with some of the most iconic names in music. His extensive résumé includes work alongside legends such as Whitney Houston, Buddy Guy, Blur, Richard Ashcroft, UB40, Rod Stewart, Roy Wood, Michael Bolton, Slade and Shirley Bassey, as well as performances with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
Widely respected within the industry, Henshaw has earned praise from a host of influential artists, reflecting both his versatility and enduring musical impact. Having spent significant time living in America, he has developed a distinctive sound rooted in the timeless spirit of Americana and Southern Rock. Known for his strong, expressive voice, Henshaw performs with clarity and feeling. Blending soulful vocals with confident guitar work, his performances are engaging without being overworked, letting the quality of the songwriting and musicianship speak for itself/

Full Programme

Friday 24th July, 7:30pm
Jazz at Craft & Culture

Wednesday 29th July, 1-3pm
Jazz at Thinktank, Level 0 

Thursday 30th July 1-3pm
Jazz at Blakesley Hall, in the Gallery

Friday 31st July, 6-9pm
Twilight Jazz at Aston Hall, inside the Hall

Saturday 1st August, 1-3pm
Jazz at Sarehole Mill, in the Courtyard

Sunday 2nd August, 1-3pm
Jazz at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, in the Tearoom

 

Note : This event was previously scheduled for the Museum Collection Centre . Previous ticket holders have been contacted for a refund. 

Image gallery

  • Brad Henshaw sitting with his guitar.
  • A black and white photo of a band on stage with a person singing in the centre.
  • Cozy café with wooden tables, large windows, pendant lights, and framed artwork on red wall.
  • Two-story brick building with arched doorway, green doors and multiple windows.
  • White wine is being poured from a bottle into an elegant wine glass.

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