NUMBER 39 Hopstar Brewery Tap in Bridge Street, Darwen, will welcome Manchester guitarist Paul Farr and his trio on Thursday night.

The band, which features Mr Farr on guitar as well as Luke Flowers on drums and Huw Jacob on bass, perform a wide variety of styles.

Organiser Gary Ward, of Darwen Music Projects, said: “The Paul Farr Trio only plays original music, whether it is jazz, blues, funk or whatever else comes out. Expect melodic jazz, gritty blues and funky New Orleans.

“This isn’t the first time we have been privileged to welcome Paul and his trio and it promises to be a fantastic night.”

Entry to the gig, which starts at 9pm, is free.