A drummer and a dedicated organiser of local jazz gigs and jam sessions in Colchester for over 15 years. He performs with various jazz quartets and other ensembles at local venues.
Recent gigs from Elmer Van Der Hoek
3 Apr 2026
Jazz gig until 10pm and jam until midnight
Chris Allard + Jim Watson + Elmer Van Der Hoek
Latin/funk/swing jazz with six-piece band
6 Mar 2026
Jazz gig until 10pm and jam until midnight
14 Feb 2026
Not just for lovers
6 Feb 2026
One of the UK’s busiest and most respected bop tenor saxophonists
