Manchester music — gigs, jazz and live venues

The main room at Band on the Wall and its adjacent Copper Bar offer different scales of live performance. Nearby, Matt & Phreds gives jazz, blues, funk and soul an intimate Northern Quarter setting. Other cards below broaden the choice of artists and venues.

Start with the sound you want to hear, then compare dates and event formats. A jam session, a seated set and a standing gig can make different evenings. Read the room and admission details before agreeing on a meeting point. Join Gitch to find people who want to hear the same music.