THE freshest, funkiest festival sounds live from Cheltenham Jazz Festival, May 1-7.

Where else will you be able to hear the smooth vocals of Marti Pellow let loose on jazz for the very first time?

Or a dose of kooky electronica courtesy of Koop accompanied by the BBC Big Band?

And where else could you wrap up these musical delights with the chart-topping Guillemots exploring the heights of free jazz alongside their best selling tunes?

This year's stellar line-up will start with a bang with an opening night concert from the sensational Madeleine Peyroux.

In the closing concert of her Careless Love tour, Madeleine will delight with her fusion of jazz, folk and blues.

And with the return of the festival fringe around town there are lots of new, exciting and unique ways to enjoy this year's festival.

So whether you're burning the midnight oil dancing the night away, or getting up early for the family breakfast show, this year's festival has a huge range of concerts for every taste.

Book on 01242 227979. For brochures call 01242 237377 or visit www.cheltenhamfestivals.com