Very excited to be part of a new series of live jazz events staged at the gorgeous Repertory Theatre in Birmingham. I’ll be accompanied by some of the regions finest musicians – Richard Jones, John Hodgetts and Mark Trounson.
About Sheila
Sheila is a UK based singer/songwriter with a style that draws upon jazz, blues, soul and folk influences. She has received acclaim from audiences and critics alike on the strength of her live performances and songwriting and received rave reviews following her performances at The Festival of Song Cheltenham, Jazz Live Grimsby and Big Band Festival Aberdeenshire.
‘A beautifully warm, expressive voice’ – Ron Bailey, Jazz Live.
Sheila has established herself on the UK Jazz scene and enjoys collaborations with many of the UK’s top musicians to include Richard Jones, John Hodgetts, Neil Hunter, Mike Green, Wayne Matthews, Spencer Hedges, Dave Anderson, Ian Hill, Bryan Corbett to name a few. Her band line-up ranges from a jazz piano or guitar duo up to a 17 piece big band.
Sheila has recorded two studio albums:
‘I Wish You Love 2013’ – Graham Dent, Steve Street, Mike Green, Andy Davey, David Williams
‘Reverie 2015’ – John Hodgetts, Adrian Litvinoff, Federico Girlando, Gary Barnacle, Ian Chalk, Si Hayden, Alan Wakeman.
Sheila is currently working on her third studio project, ‘Every Sunrise’. The songs are Sheila’s own compositions and tell stories of loss, self discovery, hope, gratitude, love and belief. Sheila has released a selection of these songs in the form of a 5 track EP – ‘A Better Place’ which is available as a CD or digital download here.
Sheila is looking forward to the release of the album later this year.
August 2019 Botanical Gardens
A lovely gig on a fine, hot summer’s day! Always a joy to share the beautiful bandstand with Richard Jones on piano and Ian Hill on saxes.
August 2019 Gospel Oak String Sessions
Another lovely day spent at the gorgeous Gospel Oak Studios in Warwickshire – laying down strings on my album tracks with the hugely talented Rebecca Rose and Julianne Bourne.
July 2019 ‘EP’ Release
Very excited to release some of my original compositions in the form of a five track EP – ‘A Better Place’. The track is now available in CD and digital format. Heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the recording: Richard Jones, Matt Ball, David Williams, Wayne Matthews, Mike Green, Dave Anderson, Jim Bashford, Tommi Vokinen, Bryan Corbett, Chris (Bebee) Aldridge, Julianne Bourne, Rebecca Rose, Olly Sansom, Matt Cotterill, Nathan Morris, Barry Bayliss and Ian Riley.
July 2019 Festival Time!
It was wonderful to share the stage with Mike Green, Richard Jones, Neil Hunter and Geoff Tooley at The 35th Birmingham, Sandwell and Westside Jazz Festival. Once again huge thanks and congrats to the festival organisers – Big Bear Music for another very successful event.
May 2019 Wilmslow Jazz Club
How to run a Jazz Club ……..
Look no further than Graham Brook, organiser of live events at Wilmslow Jazz.
Huge thanks to Graham for inviting me to perform at the Club and for being so welcoming.
It was a lovely gig thanks to The Dean Stockdate Trio, Liam Byrne on Tenor Sax and a very attentive and appreciative audience. I’m really looking forward to returning to the club next year.
February 2019 5 Years of Trumpet Jazz
This month marked my 5th year performing at the legendary Trumpet Jazz Club in Bilston. It’s always an honour and a privilege singing at this intimate, classy and gorgeous venue and I feel truly blessed to be working with such wonderful musicians every month.
January 2019 String Arranging and Recording
A wonderful way to start the New Year, recording at Gospel Oak Studios with 2 of the loveliest, talented ladies – Julianne Bourne and Rebecca Rose (The Rosebourne Duo). Special thanks to Julianne for her amazing string arrangements and Recording Engineer Barry Bayliss for another really productive and enjoyable session.
December 2018 New Years Eve
Lovely to be back at The Greenway Hotel in Cheltenham with Neil Hunter – piano, Stuart Barker – upright bass and Spencer Hedges – drums. A lovely way to see in 2019 and the perfect end to a great year!
December 2018 Kenilworth Jazz Club’s 4th Year
A most enjoyable and well attended gig at the Club this month. Backed by a fabulous band consisting of Richard Jones – piano, David Williams – guitar, Ian Hill – saxes, Wayne Matthews – bass and Dave Anderson – drums, we performed a combination of jazz, swing, blues and Latin standards and a selection of my compositions from my forthcoming album ‘Every Sunrise’ which were very well received. Well done and congrats to all who contribute to the running of the club and its ongoing success – long may it continue! Photo credit – Nigel Hall.
November 2018 Charity Fundraiser
I felt truly honoured to be asked to contribute a song to this charity compilation album in aid of Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice and to perform at The Rialto Ballroom, alongside some of the regions finest musicians and singers at the album launch in November. Thanks so much to guitarist David Williams for his accompaniment and for playing my compositions so beautifully!
September 2018 More Studio Sessions!
A hugely successful 2 days recording at Ian Riley Studios – the 3rd phase of my project ‘Every Sunrise’. Thanks again to Richard Jones – piano and Fender Rhodes, Mike Green – electric and upright bass and Jim Bashford – drums for a thoroughly enjoyable recording session.
No upcoming shows scheduled
Past Shows
21 Jan 2020 | Sheila Waterfield, Rod Mason, Andrzej Baranek Trio | Wilmslow Jazz Club Wilmslow, SK9 5EG. 8.30pm | Wilmslow, SK9 5EG. 8.30pm | ||
18 Feb 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Quartet | The Trumpet Jazz Club Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | ||
19 Mar 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Quartet | The Trumpet Jazz Club Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | ||
21 Apr 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Band | The Trumpet Jazz Club Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | Bilston, WV14 0EP. 8.30pm | ||
19 Jul 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Duo | Birmingham Jazz Festival Solihull. B91 3HT. 4.30pm | Solihull. B91 3HT. 4.30pm | ||
31 Aug 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Trio | The Botanical Gardens Birmingham, B15 3TR 2-4pm | Birmingham, B15 3TR 2-4pm | ||
19 Sep 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Quartet | The Trumpet Jazz Club Bilston. WV14 0EP. 4-7pm | Bilston. WV14 0EP. 4-7pm | ||
06 Oct 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Band | Wilmlsow Jazz Club Wilmslow, SK9 5EG. 8.30pm | Wilmslow, SK9 5EG. 8.30pm | ||
17 Oct 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Duo w/Geoff Tooley (Guitar) | Birmingham Jazz Festival, Grace Church Centre Sutton Coldfield. 12.30pm. | Sutton Coldfield. 12.30pm. | ||
22 Oct 2020 | Sheila Waterfield Quartet | Birmingham Jazz Festival, Canal House Birmingham. B1 2JR. 6.30pm | Birmingham. B1 2JR. 6.30pm |
More dates to be announced!
“Sheila provides the charisma and exceptional vocal talent to make any event a musical experience not to be missed !”
Festival of Song, Cheltenham
“The combination of Sheila’s voice and the quality of the musicians was a real treat and totally unforgettable.”
Tony Barker, AMS Systems Annual Dinner Dance
“It was great to see such a polished performance.”
Ron Bailey, Jazz Live Grimsby
“Thanks for making our night a truly memorable occasion.”
Mr & Mrs Staunton, 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration
“Whether performing a smooth Rogers & Hart ballad to a big band Miller arrangement, Sheila has the ability to capture the essence of a melody and lyric with passion.”
Big Band Festival, Aberdeenshire
“Sheila’s rendition of ‘Embraceable You’ brought tears to my eyes.”
Wedding of Mark and Katy Young, St. Mary’s Church, Essex
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