A very, very fine piano player indeed’ –Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2

‘Dale is the best New Orleans player I’ve ever heard’ –Richard Hawley

Described by Jazz Journal magazine as the ‘piano man’s piano man...’ and ‘a national treasure’, Dale Storr’s musical journey has now brought him recognition as one of the UK’s leading exponents of New Orleans piano. Immersed in the styles of heroes like Dr John, James Booker, Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Fats Domino and Huey ‘Piano’Smith, he established himself in his early career as a highly sought after pianist backing many top blues stars from the UK and America.

In 2023 Dale opened the Buxton International Jazz Festival, his music has been played on BBC Radio 2 (Cerys Matthews, Paul Jones), BBC Radio 6 (Cerys Matthews) and BBC Radio 3 (Jazz Record Requests) and he has released three soloalbums in the last decade.

Dale’s latest show is a celebration of the music of New Orleans piano legends Dr John and James Carroll Booker, two of Dales biggest musical influences. Incorporating piano mastery and mesmerising storytelling, he draws in the audience with the rich history behind the music and the captivating, sometimes risqué stories of his much-loved piano heroes.

About this event:

• Date - From 7pm on Saturday 5 September 2026.

• Timing - Doors open for drinks at 7pm, performance starts at 7.30pm.

• Price - £16 /£13 with ACCESSIBLE coupon code.

• Location - Doors open downstairs at Open House. Performance will be held upstairs at Open House.

• Booking - Limited to 46 spots, to book your spot please click below.