Nick Svarc Quartet
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Wednesday 15th July 2026
Doors: 6pm / Gig: 8-11pm
Happy Hour: 6-7.30pm
Free Entry
BOOK A ‘DATE DEAL’ TABLE (£30)
Booking a table is recommended, but you can just turn up if you’re happy standing. For bookings of 9+ guests, or if you’d prefer a phone reservation, call 0161 273 5495 (10am-5pm Mon-Fri) / 0161 831 7002 (5-11pm Mon-Sat).
Led by acclaimed guitarist and composer Nik Svarc, the Nick Svarc Quartet brings together four of the UK jazz scene’s most exciting and inventive musicians. Svarc has performed at major jazz festivals across the UK and Europe and collaborated with artists including Scott Devine, Tim Lefebvre and Russell Van Den Berg, earning praise for his distinctive sound and adventurous approach to improvisation. Joining him are saxophonist James Mainwaring (Roller Trio / The Exu), bassist Scott Devine and drummer Dave Walsh, creating a formidable line-up that effortlessly blurs the boundaries between tightly crafted arrangements and spontaneous musical conversation.
Drawing on a repertoire of jazz standards alongside groove-driven contemporary material, the quartet combines deep pocket, fearless interplay and a shared love of exploration. Expect everything from soulful melodies and infectious rhythms to moments of exhilarating collective improvisation, delivered with the chemistry that only world-class musicians can create. As Bebop Spoken Here aptly put it: “‘in the pocket’, ‘on it’ - such terms were made for this band.
WEDNESDAYS AT M&P’S: IT’S A DATE
Book a stage-side table for two on a Wednesday evening at Matt & Phred’s, and get a bottle of house red/white wine or any two cocktails, any pizza, and a garlic bread side for just £30.
With the finest Live Music from 8-11pm, your night will be covered! Perfect for romantic snuggles, mates having a catch up, or treating a member of your family.
To book, click the ‘Book a ‘Date Deal’ Table’ button at the top of this page. The £30 is charged on the night, once you’ve ordered your drinks and food.