Courtney Pine: A Modern-Day Jazz Story 1986 - 2026

Reflect. Reminisce. A landmark jazz journey celebrated.
No musician embodies the dramatic transformation of the British jazz scene over the past four decades than Courtney Pine CBE. Celebrating four decades at the forefront of British jazz, the groundbreaking saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, returns to the stage with Out of the Ghetto: A Modern Day Jazz Story — a powerful retrospective tour.

From his landmark debut Journey to the Urge Within to his Mercury-nominated Modern Day Jazz Stories and deeply personal House of Legends project, Pine has consistently redefined what it means to be a jazz artist in the UK. Blending the spiritual legacy of jazz with the pulse of reggae, soul, hip-hop, and drum & bass, his musical lens tells the deeply personal story of a generation and a nation finding its voice through sound.

This special live show brings together key moments from Pine’s remarkable catalogue, alongside previously unreleased material reimagined with the fire and freedom that have made his performances legendary.

Both a celebration and a reflection, Out of the Ghetto: A Modern Day Jazz Story honours the resilience, creativity, and community that shaped Pine’s journey from London streets to international stages. Expect a night of deep grooves, soaring saxophone, and the unmistakable energy of an artist who continues to push jazz forward while staying true to his roots.