Award-winning vocalist and “a true song stylist for our times” (DownBeat), Ian Shaw returns to Ronnie Scott’s for two special nights, reimagining the songs of David Bowie and Joni Mitchell with a full live band.

When Bowie Met Joni: Ian Shaw Sings David Bowie and Joni Mitchell

Ronnie Scott's

Songs & Stories places a leading UK music figure centre stage alongside multi-award-winning singer, pianist and broadcaster Ian Shaw. Intimate, revealing and often hilarious, the series combines live performance with candid conversation, as Shaw - who has performed with and interviewed everyone from Van Morrison to George Benson - explores the stories behind the songs, the stage and life on the road.

Saturday Brunch: Songs & Stories with Ian Shaw and Omar

Saturday Brunch: Songs & Stories with Ian Shaw and Jay Rayner

We are delighted to welcome back to the Festival renowned jazz vocalist Ian Shaw, jazz pianist resident at The Ritz Jamie Safir and to welcome tenor sax star Iain Ballamy for an evening based around their latest album.

What’s New

Corn Exchange Newbury

Madeline Bell, the legendary New Jersey born vocal star, is coming to the Howard Assembly Room with a truly magical show this Christmas, joined by the UK’s own award winning jazz pianist and singer Ian Shaw.

Christmas with Madeline Bell

The Grand Theatre & Opera House Leeds

A Newark, New Jersey native, Madeline first arrived in Europe in 1962 with the Alex Bradford Singers and has stayed ever since. The show will take in her gospel beginnings and time as a much sought-after session singer for the likes of Dusty Springfield, Joe Cocker and The Rolling Stones, as well as her solo career, dating back to albums such as Bell’s a Poppin’, Doin’ Things and This Is One Girl.

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Madeline Bell: Encore

Cadogan Hall 

Songs & Stories places a beloved UK personality centre stage alongside multi-award-winning singer, pianist and broadcaster Ian Shaw. Relaxed, revealing and frequently hilarious, the series blends live music with candid conversation, as Shaw - who has performed with and interviewed everyone from Van Morrison to George Benson - explores the stories behind a life in the spotlight.

Ian Shaw

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 10, 2026

Saturday Brunch: Songs & Stories with Ian Shaw and Julian Clary · Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club

Past events

Sep 19, 2026

When Bowie Met Joni: Ian Shaw Sings David Bowie and Joni Mitchell · Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club

Sep 5, 2026

Saturday Brunch: Songs & Stories with Ian Shaw and Omar · Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club

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