Gary Bartz live in London

Experience Gary Bartz live on August 19th

Gary Bartz, a highly influential American jazz saxophonist and composer, will be performing at Saint James The Great church in London on August 19, 2026. Bartz’s musical style is rooted in hard bop and post-bop traditions, evolving through explorations of modal jazz, funk, and elements of Afro-Cuban music. He is known for his distinctive alto saxophone sound and spiritually-infused compositions, particularly those from his 1970s work with the group NTU (Native Tones United). Throughout his career, Bartz has collaborated with numerous jazz luminaries including Art Blakey, Miles Davis, and McCoy Tyner.

Saint James The Great is a historic Anglican church located in the borough of Lambeth, London. Originally built in 1878-80 by George Edmund Street, it is noted for its High Victorian Gothic architecture and elaborate interior decoration featuring mosaics designed by Salviati of Venice. The church suffered significant damage during bombing raids in World War II but was subsequently restored. Today, alongside its religious functions, Saint James The Great frequently hosts concerts and cultural events due to its excellent acoustics and atmospheric setting.