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Feeling Good – The Music of Nina Simone

Peggy's Skylight, 3 George Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 3BH

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Feeling Good – The Music of Nina Simone

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Saturday 8 August 2026 | 6.45pm & 9.15pm
Peggy's Skylight 
Tickets: £15

Celebrating the extraordinary music and legacy of the "High Priestess of Soul", one of the most influential and distinctive voices in modern music. Re-interpreting some of her most beloved songs, including timeless classics such as Feeling Good, I Put a Spell on You and My Baby Just Cares for Me.

"One of the most brilliant and uncompromising musicians of the 20th century. A classically trained prodigy who could swing from Bach to the blues" –  The Guardian

Celebrating the extraordinary music and legacy of the "High Priestess of Soul", one of the most influential and distinctive voices in modern music. This special event pays tribute to Nina Simone's remarkable artistry, blending jazz, blues, soul, folk, gospel, and classical influences into a sound that remains as powerful and relevant today as ever.

Re-interpreting some of her most beloved songs, including timeless classics such as Feeling Good, I Put a Spell on You and My Baby Just Cares for Me. Performed by the Peggy's House Band, featuring Rachel Foster on vocals, each song captures the emotional depth, passion, and fearless individuality that defined Nina Simone's work.
Whether you are a lifelong admirer, or discovering her music for the first time, this show offers a unique opportunity to experience the richness and power of her catalogue in a live setting. Nina's music continues to resonate across generations, speaking to themes of freedom, identity, love, resilience, and hope. Expect soulful performances, outstanding musicianship, and an atmosphere filled with energy, reflection, affection and celebration.

"No woman in the twentieth century came close to Nina Simone in pure power, pure talent…" –  Elton John

Line up:

Rachel Foster – vocals

Paul Deats – piano

Thom Whitworth – trumpet & guitar

Simon Paterson – bass

Andrew Woody Wood – drums

TWO SHOWS:

Ist Show
* Doors at 6pm
* Performance from 6:45pm
* we will require your table by 8:15pm

2nd Show
* Doors at 8:30pm
* Performance from 9:15pm

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Feeling Good – The Music of Nina Simone (8 Aug 2026)
DayTimes
Saturday18:00 - 20:15
Feeling Good – The Music of Nina Simone (8 Aug 2026)
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Saturday20:30 - 23:55

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