Tickets: £22.50 Seat at a shared Table for 4 /£17.50 Seat - No Table

Doors: 7.30pm

Show: 8:00pm-9:30pm - Single Set 75 min

Please note you can book for dinner either before or after the show.

Vocalist Freddie Benedict and pianist Jamie Safir join forces for an unforgettable evening at Hampstead Jazz Club.

This dynamic duo will perform a handpicked selection of their favourite standards from the Great American Songbook, celebrating timeless melodies and classic lyricism. Known for their sophisticated musical chemistry, Jamie and Freddie bring fresh interpretations to beloved jazz repertoire. The set will also feature a couple of Freddie’s original compositions, showcasing his distinctive voice as a songwriter. With world-class musicianship and heartfelt storytelling, this performance promises an intimate, soulful journey through the past and present of vocal jazz. Not to be missed.

This will be an evening of timeless elegance and heartfelt storytelling, featuring the remarkable talents of pianist Jamie Safir and vocalist Freddie Benedict. This captivating duo will take audiences on a rich musical journey through the Great American Songbook, performing a handpicked selection of their all-time favourite standards alongside a couple of Freddie’s original compositions.

JAMIE SAFIR

Known for his sophisticated touch, harmonic sensitivity, and deep-rooted understanding of jazz tradition, Jamie Safir is one of the UK’s most sought-after pianists. His impressive collaborations span a wide range of artists, including Will Young, Ian Shaw, and Clare Teal, and he is a regular fixture on the London jazz scene. Jamie brings not only technical brilliance but an emotional depth that breathes new life into classic repertoire.

"...one of the biggest talents of British jazz piano" - Jay Rayner, The Guardian

FREDDIE BENEDICT

Freddie cut his teeth as the lead singer with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra for 10 years so it is of no surprise that he has burst headfirst into the spotlight. Drawing inspiration from legends like Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Mel Tormé, Freddie infuses every performance with warmth, charm, and emotional nuance. His original songs, steeped in the tradition of jazz storytelling, explore themes of love, longing, and the human experience with lyrical elegance and melodic flair.

Together, Jamie and Freddie create a musical synergy that is both intimate and dynamic. Their shared love for jazz’s golden era is evident in every note, yet they bring a contemporary sensitivity that makes each performance feel fresh and relevant. Expect to hear beloved standards by the likes of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Harold Arlen—reimagined through their unique artistic lens—as well as original songs that stand confidently alongside the classics.

This special performance at Hampstead Jazz Club, one of London’s most atmospheric and beloved jazz venues, offers the perfect setting to experience these two talents up close. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz aficionado or a curious newcomer, Jamie Safir and Freddie Benedict promise a night of elegance, emotion, and exceptional musicianship.

Don’t miss this chance to hear two of the UK’s jazz stars celebrate the music they love most—where timeless songs meet fresh new voices.

“The boys are outstanding” – Pierce Brosnan

​LINE-UP:

Vocals – Freddie Benedict

Piano – Jamie Safir

Please note, The Club is not licensed to allow access to Children under the age of 16 after 9pm, so for evening performances, please do not book tickets for children under the age of 16. Children aged 16 and above are welcome at any time.

For £22.50 Tickets:

Seats are not numbered and you will be seated at available tables. Please note tables seat 4 people, so for bookings of less than 4 people, you will be seated and share a table for 4.

For £17.50 Tickets:

This is a fully seated event. Seats are not numbered and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Please NOTE, there is NO food served in the Jazz Club, there is a bar for drinks. We advise booking a table for dinner at the Duke of Hamilton upstairs at least 1hr before show-time - Book Here

Please note the Jazz Club is situated in the basement of the Duke of Hamilton Pub and access is via a number of stairs. The nearest toilets are situated on the 1^st floor of the Pub.