Stefanos Tsourelis is a Greek-born guitarist, oud player and composer based in London. Blending Mediterranean traditions with jazz, blues and contemporary influences, his music reflects a lifelong exploration of sound across cultures and genres.
Leader of the Stefanos Tsourelis Trio, he has released two albums of original compositions: Native Speaker (2017) and The Wanderer (2021), recorded with bassist Dave Jones and drummer Eric Ford. The trio has performed at the EFG London Jazz Festival and numerous UK venues and festivals. Stefanos also collaborates with acclaimed British jazz and soul vocalist Polly Gibbons and former Heatwave singer Alex Charles.
Awarded Best Guitarist of the Year at the London Guitar Institute / Guitar-X in 2008, Stefanos continues to develop a distinctive musical voice that connects his Greek heritage with London’s vibrant jazz and soul scene.
Upcoming shows
17/10/2026 Boisdale Belgravia with ex Heatwave Alex Charles
23/10/2026 Boisdale Belgravia with ex Heatwave Alex Charles
31/10/2026 Pizza Express holborn with ex Heatwave Alex Charles
07/11/2026 New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich with Polly Gibbons
13/11/2026 Boisdale Belgravia with ex Heatwave Alex Charles
14/11/2026 Boisdale Belgravia with ex Heatwave Alex Charles
07/12/2026 Boisdale Belgravia with Polly Gibbons
18/10/2025 Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, London with Polly Gibbons
Album
“The wanderer”
Stefanos Tsourelis Trio
BUy the wanderer cd here
REVIEWS
“This is a very superior product from a great band”. – Eddie Myer, JAZZ VIEWS. Full Review
“There’s a strong sense of trust between the musicians, along with superb musicianship. The Wanderer may be about different musical paths, but the album feels like a homecoming.” – Alison Bentley, LONDON JAZZ NEWS. Full Review
Elegant Beauty guitar solo
Ealing Jazz Festival 2019
SINGLE
“ELEGANT BEAUTY”
Stefanos Tsourelis TRIO
DEBUT ALBUM
“NATIVE SPEAKER”
Stefanos Tsourelis TRIO
