Door Duty

The Edinburgh Jazz & Jive Club thrives on the support of our volunteers.

Want to get involved?

Volunteering for door duty is a fantastic way to:

  • Enjoy free entry to Friday nights *
  • Meet fellow jazz and dance enthusiasts
  • Contribute to the vibrant club atmosphere
What does door duty involve?
  • Welcoming guests
  • Accepting payments (card or cash)
  • Selling raffle tickets during the first band break
  • Cashing up before the start of the third set
  • Preparing for the raffle draw during the middle session

During the first set, you'll be the friendly face welcoming everyone – a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and be part of creating a welcoming atmosphere right from the start! You might even sneak in a little dance yourself while keeping an eye on the door.

The first break is a lively time, selling raffle tickets and adding to the fun of the evening. It's a great way to interact with everyone!

During the second set, you'll play a vital role in getting the raffle ready and cashing up – it's all part of making the night a success.

During the second interval, one of you will help with the raffle draw, which is always fun!

Once your door duty is done, you can fully relax and immerse yourself in the joy of the third set, whether that's hitting the dance floor or simply enjoying the music.

Just so you know, if you have evening commitments, like catching a bus, you'll definitely be finished with your door duties by 10pm (usually by 9:15/9:30pm), allowing you to enjoy most of the evening.

We always work in pairs on door duty, so if you're new to this, don't hesitate! We'll team you up with an experienced volunteer who can show you the ropes, making it a fun and easy way to get involved. Volunteering is a fantastic way to contribute to our community, meet new friends, and enjoy a great night of music and dancing from a unique perspective. We really appreciate our volunteers' help in making these evenings happen!

*Not only do you get free entry on the night, but you also get a free pass for any future Jazz 'n Jive event!!

Would you like to volunteer?

You can see the available dates on this page and if you want to volunteer:

  • Email us at.... info@edinburghjazz.com
  • Sign up at the club on a Friday night

Thank you for your support.

The right-hand column below shows the initials of those doing door duty and which events still require someone.
Please help if you can.

July

Fri 4th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Cornetist Mike Daly's sextet plays only the best Dixieland & New Orleans Jazz, great for listening and dancing Lindy Hop, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, Foxtrot and Jive.
Here's a video of the band

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Fri 11th

£16.00/£17.50 for Members/Non-Members
Upbeat and fun young band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing era, in particular the “roaring 20s”. This seven-piece band have been wowing audiences with their mix of foot-stomping rhythms and toe-tapping tunes, and they keep the dancefloor jumping!
Here's a video of the band
Tickets can be bought at the club or here

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Fri 18th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
This quintet is led by Italian vocalist Ann Vanosi, who regularly performs Blues and Jazz Music in Edinburgh. Expect a nice range of danceable Jazz tunes, including the occasional Italian ballad.

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Fri 25th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Proper authentic old time music. Wild and fun with traditional band line up of washboard, cornet, clarinet banjo and tuba or double bass.

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August

Fri 1st

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Fantastic trumpeter Colin Steele will return with his Kings of Swing to provide excellent Jazz tunes of the Swing era - great for dancing and listening alike!

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Fri 8th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Quartet playig 'hot string jazz': infectious rhythms, joyfukl improvisations and gravelly vocals blend to evoke the swing-era spirit if the 1920s, 30s and 40s

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Fri 15th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.

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Fri 22nd

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Septet focussing on the famous small bands of Count Basie, Benny Goodman, John Kirby and the likes - great for some groovy and swinging dancing and, of course, good to listem to,

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Fri 29th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
Long-running ensemble playing Swing music in the style of the original American Dave Pell Octet, including the greatest Swing era hits for listening and dancing

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September

Fri 5th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
A septet exploring Dixieland/New Orleans and swinging Jazz through their own wonderful arrangements, transcriptions and compositions, from slow ballads to fast dacen tunes

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Fri 12th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.

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Fri 19th

£10.00/£12.00 for Members/Non-Members pay at the door.
The Jammy Piece is Dick Lee's ensemble for playing mid-century Jazz music for listening and dancing. Expect a great jam session making you want to tap your feet and dance.

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Fri 26th

£10.00/£14.00 for Members/Non-Members
Dancers playing for dancers! This septet plays fast and slow Jazz especially suitable for dancing Balboa, Collegiate Shag, Foxtrot, Jive, Laminu, Lindy Hop, Quickstep and Slow Balboa
Tickets will be available soon

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