A JAZZ band will hold a concert to help people beat the election blues.

Jazz Blowers stages its first concert on election night, Thursday, May 6, at Hurworth Grange Community Centre.

The group will play songs from jazz players such as John Coltrane, George Gershwin, Thelonius Monk and Herbie Hancock.

Jazz Blowers is a weekly gathering of wind players, woodwind and brass, who are passionate about improvising their skills. It is open to all players regardless of ability or age.

Steve Bone, who leads the group, said "Jazz is about expression and communication through music. It doesn't matter if you have been playing one year or 40 years every player can learn to develop the language and understanding of jazz."

Anyone interested in the group can email jazzblowers@googlemail.com.

The concert starts at 7.30pm. Entry is 5.