Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes
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Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes will perform at Seven Arts in Leeds on 1 September 2026. The venue is located in the city of Leeds. Ticket prices are available by checking the website.
Raquel Álvaro is a Portuguese singer from Lisbon who learned her musical craft in her home city before coming to Leeds to study at the Leeds Conservatoire. While a student, she threw herself into the local jazz and world music scenes in the city and after she graduated, decided to remain in Leeds. Raquel leads from the front performing compositions by Tom Jobim/Jorge Ben/Joao Gilberto from the great Brazilian music songbook and taking inspiration from the great Brazilian female singers – Elis Regina/Elza Soares/Joyce/Flora Purim. Expect a mix of smooth and sultry bossa nova mixed with some fiery samba jazz. She’ll be supported by Leeds tenor sax player James Boyes who, rumour had it played at Ronnie Scott’s at Prince Harry’s birthday party (!) The event forms part of this year’s Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2026 Seven Arts Bar 6- 7.15pm
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Weather on the day
Drizzle · high 21°C, low 14°
Chance of rain 59% · Wind up to 19 km/h
Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
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Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes takes place on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. The event runs until Thursday, 3 September 2026.
Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes is held at Seven Arts in Leeds (LS7 3PD).
Tickets for Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes
Editorial Summary
Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes will perform at Seven Arts in Leeds on 1 September 2026. The venue is located in the city of Leeds. Ticket prices are available by checking the website.
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Organiser’s full description
Raquel Álvaro is a Portuguese singer from Lisbon who learned her musical craft in her home city before coming to Leeds to study at the Leeds Conservatoire. While a student, she threw herself into the local jazz and world music scenes in the city and after she graduated, decided to remain in Leeds. Raquel leads from the front performing compositions by Tom Jobim/Jorge Ben/Joao Gilberto from the great Brazilian music songbook and taking inspiration from the great Brazilian female singers – Elis Regina/Elza Soares/Joyce/Flora Purim. Expect a mix of smooth and sultry bossa nova mixed with some fiery samba jazz. She’ll be supported by Leeds tenor sax player James Boyes who, rumour had it played at Ronnie Scott’s at Prince Harry’s birthday party (!) The event forms part of this year’s Chapel Allerton Arts Festival 2026 Seven Arts Bar 6- 7.15pm
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes?
Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes takes place on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. The event runs until Thursday, 3 September 2026.
Where is Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes taking place?
Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes is held at Seven Arts in Leeds (LS7 3PD).
How do I get tickets for Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes?
Tickets for Raquel Alvaro and James Boyes can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Thursday, 3 September 2026
Weather
chance of rain 59% · wind up to 19 km/h
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