One of the finest violinists in the UK returns to Temperance with his Chanson trio. A phenomenal player and all-round entertainer.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 22nd 2026

SOPHIE-JAYNE HOLDER PRESENTS “CHANSON SWING”

Sophie Jayne Holder brings her trio back once again for an evening of French Chansons, a smattering of amazing German and Spanish jazz standards as well as a selection of American Songbook swing. Sophie-Jayne) on vocals, Ben Holder/Piano & Violin & Mike Green/Double Bass.

Doors 7pm. Show 7:30. Two sets with interval.

----

Ben Holder [35] is the most acclaimed and exciting jazz violinist in the UK. His classical studies began at the age of six and were complemented by training at the Birmingham Conservatoire. An introduction to jazz came in his early teens – classic masters such as Benny Goodman, Oscar Peterson and Stephane Grappelli – and lead Ben to truly find his place as a musician.

Ben possesses an innate sense of swing rhythm (something which often eludes classical players), breathtaking technical ability and true showmanship on stage. He offers flawless musicianship, heaps of energy and personality and a visible passion for his craft.

Ben's various awards bear testimony to these abilities. Often playing across the UK, Europe and further afield, he is a first-call jazz violinist for many of the country's top venues, line-ups and studios.

Description supplied by the event organiser.