Laura Jurd ‘Rites and Revelations’ - Brilliant Corners Jazz Festival 2026
At a glance
About this event
One of the most distinctive voices in jazz and improvised music, Mercury-nominated Laura Jurd’s unique approach to the trumpet is celebrated in the work that she creates. A past BBC New Generation Artist, Laura’s love of folk traditions can often be heard in her music, alongside her background in classical composition. The result is a melodic world full of compelling twists and turns, whilst retaining a grounded sense of familiarity.
In the past couple of years, Laura’s love of traditional music has deepened playing alongside the likes of English accordionist Martin Green (Lau) and Irish fiddle player Ultan O’Brien. Her astonishing album ‘Rites and Revelations’, released in October 2025 to critical acclaim, sees this magical trio propelled by the otherworldly sounds of Ruth Goller on bass and Corrie Dick on drums.
“The kind of musician I’d like to be in my next life” – Jamie Cullum, BBC Radio 2
Laura Jurd (trumpet)
Ultan O'Brien (viola)
Martin Green (accordion)
Ruth Goller (bass)
Corrie Dick (drums)
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18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
Venue details
The Black Box is housed in a Grade II listed building on Hill Street in the Historical Cathedral Quarter of Belfast, originally constructed c. 1850 and converted into its current usage as an arts venue in 2006.
