We are delighted to announce the first of our confirmed 2019 spring concerts and our main August festival concerts which will take place at the stunning setting of St Mary’s church in Rye 2019. Early May Bank holiday the festival presents a series of eclectic concerts taking place from Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th May, with the first of our confirmed May concerts being with the ‘Godfather’ of bossa nova and Brazilian music the legendary Sergio Mendes.

Rye international jazz and blues festival proudly present a series of exceptional and intimate world class concerts set in the beautiful and historical location of Hever Castle, Kent. Dating back to the 13th century, Hever Castle was once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII and Mother of Elizabeth I. These special performances take place at the open air theatre set in the gardens of Hever Castle; where can enjoy the beautiful gardens and ambience by bringing a picnic, choosing to eat in the Guthrie Pavilion Restaurant or by simply wandering through the magnificent grounds.