EAST MIDLANDS LARGEST FREE JAZZ EVENT

OUR VISION & MISSION

Presented by Cosmopolitan Arts CIC in conjunction with Leicester Cathedral under the direction of Amanda Leandro, For the Love of Jazz brings world-class international headliners, regional virtuosos, and youth ensembles to the heart of Leicester City Centre completely free of charge.

We are dedicated to celebrating the diverse roots of jazz—championing female bandleaders and African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian, and European musical heritage through performance, education, and artistic innovation.

Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, capturing oral histories and rare musical archives across Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Lincoln, and Northamptonshire to preserve regional jazz legacy.

FRIDAY STREET YOUTH ARTS HUB

Operating from Parkside House (72 Friday St), Cosmopolitan Arts provides free music tuition, instrument access, and ensemble workshops for young people aged 8–18 throughout Leicestershire.