The Half Moon

https://www.halfmoonhernehill.co.uk/

10 Half Moon Lane

SE24 9HU

GB

Nel Begley & Friends

Jazz at The Half Moon Herne Hill

Doors open 30mins before the performance.

Opening the Herne Hill Music Festival is South London-based jazz singer and songwriter Nel Begley. A graduate of both Leeds Conservatoire and Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Nel blends classic jazz influences with a contemporary edge, delivering soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captivate audiences.

Honey Boulton (one of London’s premier guitarists and banjoists), the remarkably versatile Harry Brunt on saxophone and on Bass, her partner in both music and life, Luke Fowler.

Nel will be launching her brand-new album ‘Small Flame’. Available now on Bandcamp, signed copies of the CD will also be available on the night.

Friday 10th October 2025, 8pm Friday 10th October 2025, 10pm

Full Price

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20.00

Concessions

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15.00

Nel Begley - Vocals

A graduate of both Leeds Conservatoire and Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Nel blends classic jazz influences with a contemporary edge, delivering soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that captivate audiences.

Bubbly and heartfelt Jazz vocalist Nel Begley has found herself in the midst of the London Jazz scene after establishing her career in Leeds. She graduated from Leeds Conservatoire, touring the UK and EU and has since moved to London where she is completing her masters as a scholarship student at Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Nel performs regularly across London with a range of Jazz ensembles and independent groups including Rafe’s Dilemma the London Vocal Project at venues including Pizza Express, Toulouse Lautrec and the Oxford Tavern.

REVIEWS

"I had the pleasure of seeing her in action with Rafe’s Dilemma when they opened Scarborough Jazz Festival in 2021. The band were top-notch and Begley’s singular poise and versatile voice mesmerised the audience." (Jazz Journal)

"Nel Begley captivates audiences with soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. With a dedication to artistry and performance, Nel Begley is quickly making a mark on the vibrant jazz scene, enchanting listeners with every note." (Bandcamp)

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Nel will be performing with Harry Brunt (Saxophone), Alexander ‘Honey’ Boulton (Guitar), Luke Fowler (Bass)

https://www.nelbegley.com/

Harry Brunt - Saxophone

Joining Nel Begley at the Herne Hill Music Festival is saxophonist Harry Brunt, a dynamic force on the UK jazz scene. With a distinctive voice rooted in both tradition and exploration, Harry’s performance style blends lyrical improvisation with a fearless, modern edge. He has performed with artists including Jean Carne, Tom Seals, and Tony Momrelle, and is a core member of Howl Quartet—praised for their “fiery, passionate energy” (UK Vibe). A graduate of Cardiff University and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Harry brings rich experience, bold sound, and melodic storytelling to every performance.
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Alexander ‘Honey’ Boulton - Guitar

Originally from Wellington, New Zealand, and now a rising name on London’s jazz circuit, Honey specialises in swing and bebop guitar as well as traditional jazz banjo. His trio of albums—Portrait, Les Charmants, and Honey—showcase his compositional voice and deep respect for jazz history. His ongoing project Stomps and Joys features original rags and 1920s-style novelty tunes. Whether channeling Django Reinhardt or delivering fresh original material, Honey’s joyful presence and rhythmic drive light up every stage he plays.

#HoneyBoulton #HerneHillMusicFestival #LiveJazz #NelBegley #JazzGuitar #JazzBanjo #SmallFlameHONEY BOULTON

Luke Fowler - Bass

After spending his formative years in Australia, Luke moved to the UK where he has spent the last 15 years. He opened a Jazz Venue in South London called the Junction which soon became a hub for some of the best musicians in the UK. After Graduating with a Masters in Jazz Performance at London’s Guildhall School of Music, Luke has been busy running a series of projects which he has presented around London.

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