Denys Baptiste Quartet

Friday 27 February 2026
Crucible Playhouse
7.30-10.00 pm, doors open 7.00 pm
in association with Music in the Round

Denys Baptiste: saxophone
Sultan Stevenson: piano
Larry Bartley: bass
Joel Barford: drums
photo credit: Dave Stapleton

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Acclaimed saxophonist Denys Baptiste presents his new quartet, featuring rising star pianist Sultan Stevenson, who will explore an exciting mix of new compositions, standards and revisit compositions from his award-winning albums. An amazingly versatile musician with roots steeped in the jazz tradition, Denys incorporates ideas from other musical forms and popular culture. His powerful technique and an ability to improvise effortlessly across a wide range of musical styles have made him a much sought after soloist, playing with some of the biggest names in jazz and other genres. Expect an evening of deep swing infectious melodies and inventive solos.
“Denys Baptiste…taking Europe by storm and becoming the icon of British jazz” – Time Magazine

Denys Baptiste is a multiple award winner, including nominated for the Mercury Prize for his debut album in 1999, MOBO award for Best Jazz Act in 1999 and 2004 and winning the Parliamentary Jazz Award for Album of the Year 2018 for ‘The Late Trane’. He has played/recorded with some of the biggest names in jazz and other genres including McCoy Tyner, Andrew Hill, Ernest Ranglin, Bheki Mseleku, Manu Dibango, Jason Yarde, Jason Rebello, Incognito, Jason Moran, Chakka Khan and Jazz Jamaica.
https://www.denysbaptiste.com/
“master saxophonist” – Evening Standard
“Baptiste…a journey of unregulated bliss” – Liverpool International Jazz Festival

Sultan Stevenson is one of the most exciting young jazz musicians whose captivating performances have led to his rapid rise on the London scene. He is considered one of the brightest stars of his generation, winning Best Newcomer in the 2023 Parliamentary Jazz Awards. A product of the Julian Joseph Jazz Academy and Tomorrow’s Warriors, his debut album with his trio ‘Faithful One’ in 2024 and his second, ‘El Roi’ both received many rave reviews.
https://www.sultanstevenson.co.uk/
“Stevenson’s artistic voice is now in full flow, his music burning brightly with a rare brilliance” – UK Vibe 5* review of ‘El Roi’

Larry Bartley has become one of the most sought-after bass players on the London jazz scene with his identifiable sound and through his deep commitment to music. He has worked with leading musicians including Courtney Pine, Jean Toussaint, Cleveland Watkiss, Andy Sheppard and Soweto Kinch, as well as backing visiting musicians such as Stanley Turrentine and Steve Grossman.
“You can understand why Bartley is so much in demand on the London Jazz scene.” – BBC

Joel Barford is a former member of the National Jazz Orchestra Big Band who has played with numerous jazz musicians including; Alex Garnett, with whom he played regularly at Ronnie Scott’s late shows; Dave O’Higgins, John Etheridge, Liane Carroll, Chris Montague, Sam Leak, Ross Stanley and Ant Law. https://www.joelbarford.com/

https://denysbaptiste.bandcamp.com/album/the-late-trane

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Ticket Prices

Full – £20
Over 60, disabled, unemployed – £18
18-30 & Student with NUS card – £10
15 – 17 year olds – £5
Under 15s – Free

Advance tickets available from https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/sheffield-jazz-denys-baptiste-quartet/dates