Gig Guide
Thursday 20 Jun -
06:00 pm
The JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET continues its Thursday weekly appearances at The Commune during 2013. 6pm-9pm, where it has the regular stellar line-up, as well as special guests from time to time. This evening the featured vocalist is upcoming jazz artists, RITA SATCH and an enjoyable evening of Jazz Standards and Bebop is guaranteed.. Book early to avoid disappointment on 03 - 96545477
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Thursday 20 Jun -
07:00 pm
Jazz club presenting music from Tuesdays to Saturdays.
Check the website for detailed program and timings.
Dizzy's Jazz Club - Richmond
Thursday 20 Jun -
08:30 pm
Bennetts Lane is an institution for the Melbourne Jazz scene and has been presenting jazz for over 17 years.
Bennetts Lane is open every night from 8:30pm Unless otherwise specified, gigs normally start at 9:00pm weeknights or 9:30pm on weekends
Please check their website for more information. http://www.bennettslane.com/
Bennetts Lane Jazz Club - Melbourne
Friday 21 Jun -
07:00 am
“That’s Jazz” 2012 That’s right! The Launceston Jazz Club is doing it again... Bigger and better... Where: Royal Oak Hotel and Sandors on the Park When: Friday 22nd June – Sunday 24th JuneFriday:Kicks off at 6pm at the Royal Oak Hotel and will feature two top Tasmanian Jazz bands: The Steve Hill Jazz Ensemble and Dixieland Express Saturday:Will showcase the Ross Challender Big Band and St Joe’s Big B...
Royal Oak Hotel - Launceston
Friday 21 Jun -
08:00 pm
Urban Gypsies Urban Gypsies are an instrumental guitar band. Two nylon string guitars with Cello and percussion.. Urban Gypsies play original jazz Latin contemporary and funky instrumental music with an edge. They are influenced by John Mclaughlin, Ottmar Liebert, Paco de Lucia, Sylvain Luc and many other guitar greats. The music represents an exciting direction in fusion and funky grooves mixed with world music, jazz and flamenco. Tickets: $...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Sunday 23 Jun -
04:00 pm
Sydney's most swingin afternoon
Regular Sunday gig with changing lineup fronted by Dan BarnettThe Unity Hall Hotel
4-8pm
free entry - Kids welcome if with an adult
Cracking line up varies, but this is an example - trumpets - Darryl Carthew, Todd Hardy, Paul Thorne Trombones - James Greening ,Alex Silver Saxes - Andrew Robertson,Nick Bowd,Tim Clarkson, Aaron Michael Piano - Peter Locke, Drums - Andrew Dicke...
Unity Hall Hotel - Balmain
Thursday 27 Jun -
06:00 pm
The JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET continues its Thursday weekly appearances at The Commune during 2013. 6pm-9pm, where it has the regular stellar line-up, as well as special guests from time to time. This evening the featured vocalist is local vocal legend, BOBBY VALENTINE and an enjoyable evening of Jazz and Bebop is guaranteed.. Book early to avoid disappointment on 03 - 96545477
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Friday 28 Jun -
Program of Events Friday 28th June Royal Oak 6pm - 11pm Informal Jazz Club: Bruce Innocent; Dan Sulzberger; Mike Woods; Nick Hart; Phil Pitcher; Amelia Johnson Ensemble: Amelia Johnson; Matthew Ives; Nick Parish; Blair Reardon; Jim Verrall Saturday 29th June @ Royal Oak 12 noon—11pmMix’n’Match sessions Saturday 29th June @ Boathouse 12 noon—2pm Jazz—The Next Generation Listen to our younger musicians and vocalists 2:30—3:30 Kitty a...
Royal Oak Hotel - Launceston
Friday 28 Jun -
08:00 pm
CompassCompass Quartet represent one of the country's first class saxophone quartets. With a musically appealing jazz-classical background featuring Sydney Soloist and SSO soprano saxophonist Christina Leonard, Bell Award Winner alto saxophonist Jeremy Rose, all-star tenor saxophonist Matthew Ottignon and esteemed educator and baritone saxophonist Luke Gilmour, the group's music takes the compass as an analogy for pointing in multiple musical ...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 29 Jun -
08:00 pm
Greening from Ear to EarGreening From Ear to Ear is a seven-piece project, an extension of James’ philosophy– that of music as a dialogue. James has composed a new diverse and engaging suite – “Tam O’Shanter Tales”, an encapsulation of his creative life so far, tipping his cap to the great musicians that have shaped his vision. Come and witness the joyous range of grooves and moods that James and his extraordinary group of musicia...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 29 Jun -
09:00 pm
After a sellout gig for the Melbourne International Jazz Festival,the stylish, horn-led JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET returns to Dizzy's Jazz Club on Saturday, June 29th at 9pm. The band is delighted to feature one of Melbourne’s finest and most dynamic Jazz vocalists JULIE O’HARA. You may sit back with a delicious meal and enjoy this stellar artiste and wonderful entertainer, who continues to engage and delight jazz lovers. Early bookings are...
Dizzy's Jazz Club - Richmond
Thursday 04 Jul -
06:00 pm
The JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET continues its Thursday weekly appearances at The Commune during 2013. 6pm-9pm, where it has the regular stellar line-up, as well as special guests from time to time. This evening the featured vocalist is international jazz singer, MIRIAM WAKS and an enjoyable evening of American Jazz Standards and Bebop is guaranteed.. Book early to avoid disappointment on 03 - 96545477
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Friday 05 Jul -
08:30 pm
An exciting new venue focusing on jazz presentation, Foundry616 kicks off in July with an impressive line-up that features some of the outstanding names in Australian jazz in new contexts as well as established ones. Opening night is July 5th and Foundry616 is proud to present a bit of a comeback in the form of saxophonist Dale Barlow, just back from playing at The World Jazz Day in Istanbul, leading an exciting new band. Come and hear the guy...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 05 Jul -
08:30 pm
Polymorphic OrkestraMelding traditional instrumentation with sampled spoken word, audio stems and FX in pure improvisation, this trio explores texture, tension, melody, colour and release. Performers:Lee McIver (Trumpet / Flugelhorn / Laptop / Samples / FX) Ed Goyer (Vibraphone/Mallet Kat/ Samples) Ed Rodrigues (Drums / Samples)For more information and ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 06 Jul -
08:30 pm
Saturday nights in July at Foundry616 feature the great Mike Nock leading his regular quartet through the month and also into August. It's an established, powerhouse unit that explores both Nock's superb compositions and also standards, coming at them from unusual directions and turning them into perfect vehicles for imaginative improvising by young musicians under the leadership of this master. And this may be the time to announce that in Oct...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Saturday 06 Jul -
08:30 pm
SNAFU & Alex Silver Quintet Alex Silver leads SNAFU, inspired by her eclectic mix and breadth of musical experiences. Opening for SNAFU is the Alex Sliver Quintet, the all-female ensemble who will touring to Scotland in August as part of SIMA’s young women’s programs. Performers:Alex Silver (trombone) Aaron Flower (guitar) Karl Dunnicliff (bass) Dave Goodman (drums)For more information or ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 06 Jul -
08:30 pm
SNAFU & Alex Silver Quintet Alex Silver leads SNAFU, inspired by her eclectic mix and breadth of musical experiences. Opening for SNAFU is the Alex Sliver Quintet, the all-female ensemble who will touring to Scotland in August as part of SIMA’s young women’s programs. Performers:Alex Silver (trombone) Aaron Flower (guitar) Karl Dunnicliff (bass) Dave Goodman (drums)For more information or ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Thursday 11 Jul -
06:00 pm
The JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET continues its Thursday weekly appearances at The Commune during 2013. 6pm-9pm, where it has the regular stellar line-up, as well as special guests from time to time. This evening the featured vocalist is vintage jazz-motown legend, GIL ASKEY, and an enjoyable evening of Jazz and Bebop is guaranteed.. Book early to avoid disappointment on 03 - 96545477
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Thursday 11 Jul -
08:30 pm
The catholics are one of Australia's most distinctive contemporary groups.Bandleader and bassist Lloyd Swanton is well known internationally for his work with improvising legends The Necks, and has appeared on over 90 albums, many of them ARIA Award winners, including Vince Jones, Wendy Matthews and Bernie McGann.The catholics feature some of Sydney's elite players, whose catchiness of pop music, combined with infectious world dance rhythms an...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 12 Jul -
08:30 pm
Barlow is back! One of Australia's leading sax players hits the brand new Foundry616 stage to launch the venue this winter! Expect sparks to fly as the guys play some seriously cool tunes... Then stay on for sultry songstress Briana Cowlishaw as she takes you through to 2am...Regarded as one of Australia's outstanding jazz musicians, Dale Barlow is recently back from playing at the International Jazz Day in Turkey alongside jazz greats such as...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 12 Jul -
08:30 pm
The Cooking Club Hungry for new music? Treat yourself to the freshest flavours in jazz with The Cooking Club. Featuring a feast of exciting next generation players – this band seriously cooks.Performers:Michael Gordon (tenor sax) Ken Allars (trumpet) Axel Powrie (bass) Finn Ryan (drums)For more information and ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 13 Jul -
08:30 pm
Saturday nights in July at Foundry616 feature the great Mike Nock leading his regular quartet through the month and also into August. It's an established, powerhouse unit that explores both Nock's superb compositions and also standards, coming at them from unusual directions and turning them into perfect vehicles for imaginative improvising by young musicians under the leadership of this master. And this may be the time to announce that in Oct...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Wednesday 17 Jul -
08:30 pm
This is an exciting premiere of a new band for new venue Foundry616.Richard Maegraith Alliance Band was formed on Anzac Day, 2013. Led by veteran Sydney saxophonist Maegraith, the group is made up of some of Sydney's finest young Australian and New Zealand jazz musicians who are experimenting and exploring improvised jazz music. They are thrilled to be debuting their new band and music at Foundry616!Richard Maegraith (tenor sax) Peter Koopman ...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Thursday 18 Jul -
06:00 pm
On THURSDAY, July 18 at 6PM, marvellous, versatile jazz singer, FEM BELLING appears with the JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET at The Commune Cafe. You are assured a terrific evening in a welcoming ambience of fine music, food and drink. Book early to avoid disappointment on 03 06545477.
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Thursday 18 Jul -
08:30 pm
Thursdays at new venue Foundry616 feature something old and something new...For fans of “Latin jazz”, this is a relatively new band that explores the Afro-Cuban/Brazilian legacy in jazz. Karl Laskowski, the big toned tenor saxophonist in Mike Nock's quartet is one of the main men in Los Gringos so listen out for some powerful soloing over those irresistible Cuban rhythms. With a virtuosic focus on improvisation, the band’s repertoire inc...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 19 Jul -
08:30 pm
Barlow is back! One of Australia's leading sax players hits the brand new Foundry616 stage to launch the venue this winter! Expect sparks to fly as the guys play some seriously cool tunes... Then stay on for sultry songstress Briana Cowlishaw as she takes you through to 2am...Regarded as one of Australia's outstanding jazz musicians, Dale Barlow is recently back from playing at the International Jazz Day in Turkey alongside jazz greats such as...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 19 Jul -
08:30 pm
The Italian Project Four-time Aria award-winner Paul Grabowsky and Virna Sanzone explore music from Virna’s rich Sicilian heritage with jazz arrangements of folk, Fellini and popular Italian music of the twentieth century. Performers:Paul Grabowsky (piano) Virna Sanzone (vocals) Paul Cutlan (reeds) Simon Barker (drums)For more information and ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 20 Jul -
08:30 pm
Saturday nights in July at Foundry616 feature the great Mike Nock leading his regular quartet through the month and also into August. It's an established, powerhouse unit that explores both Nock's superb compositions and also standards, coming at them from unusual directions and turning them into perfect vehicles for imaginative improvising by young musicians under the leadership of this master. And this may be the time to announce that in Oct...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Saturday 20 Jul -
08:30 pm
Marcello Maio Trio Drawing from his Mediterranean upbringing, Marcello plays original compositions and music from The Great American Songbook, Brazil, Italy, France and Cuba.Performers:Marcello Maio (piano, accordion) Jonathan Zwartz (bass) Hamish Stuart (drums)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Wednesday 24 Jul -
08:30 pm
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Foundry616 presents a rare opportunity to see one of Australia’s leading tabla players, Bobby Singh, in a thrilling dialogue with jazz musician Sandy Evans and her superb trio of bass player Brett Hirst and drummer Toby Hall. Expect soulful melody, improvisation and hypnotic grooves with stunning percussion solos, redefining the fusion of jazz and Indian music. The sound of this quartet just gets better and better every time and this is a gi...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Thursday 25 Jul -
06:00 pm
On THURSDAY, JULY 25, the JMQ's special guest singer at The Commune Cafe is sassy, versatile and amazing jazz-soul songstress, MAY JOHNSTON. An experienced and very fine singer, with a powerhouse voice, when required, May is bringing back the Women of Jazz with her to the Commune. She will be performing tunes from Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan & Etta James. As usual with Jazz Thursdays, you are guaranteed a stellar experience...
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Thursday 25 Jul -
08:30 pm
Thursdays in July at Foundry616 end with EON Beats, the most interesting jazz/funk band on the scene. Led by saxophonist Rick Robertson it's a band that crosses the border where the funk legacy brushes up against jazz.Eon Beats is an exciting jazz/funk outfit featuring of some of Sydney's most talented artists getting together to produce great music that isn't hemmed in by the traditional music boundaries. With five albums of original music t...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 26 Jul -
08:30 pm
Barlow is back! One of Australia's leading sax players hits the brand new Foundry616 stage to launch the venue this winter! Expect sparks to fly as the guys play some seriously cool tunes... Then stay on for sultry songstress Briana Cowlishaw as she takes you through to 2am...Regarded as one of Australia's outstanding jazz musicians, Dale Barlow is recently back from playing at the International Jazz Day in Turkey alongside jazz greats such as...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Friday 26 Jul -
08:30 pm
Sean Coffin Sextet This exciting new project showcases Sean’s penchant for arrangement and features beautiful original compositions. Performers:Sean Coffin (tenor sax) Dan Waples (alto sax) Nic Garbett (trumpet) Gavin A'Hearn (piano) Brett Hirst (bass) James Waples (drums)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 27 Jul -
08:30 pm
Saturday nights in July at Foundry616 feature the great Mike Nock leading his regular quartet through the month and also into August. It's an established, powerhouse unit that explores both Nock's superb compositions and also standards, coming at them from unusual directions and turning them into perfect vehicles for imaginative improvising by young musicians under the leadership of this master. And this may be the time to announce that in Oct...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Saturday 27 Jul -
08:30 pm
Jo Fabro Quintet – JFQ Album Launch Celebrated vocalist Jo Fabro steps into the spotlight with the release of her debut album JFQ, which sees her move in the jazz genre, with hints of soul and blues. Performers:Jo Fabro (vocals) Greg Coffin (piano) Aaron Flower (guitar) Brendan Clarke (bass) Miles Thomas (drums).For more information and ticket bookings visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 27 Jul -
09:00 pm
A stylish horn-led modern Jazz combo, the JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET has a penchant for New York bebop, and presents a modern take on standards and special band arrangements, while featuring some of Australia's finest Jazz players & guest vocalists. This evening the band returns to DIZZY'S With a special guest vocalist(tba). A wonderful evening is always guaranteed so book ahead to avoid disappointment on 03 94281233
Dizzy's Jazz Club - Richmond
Wednesday 31 Jul -
08:30 pm
This is the second July gig and follow up to the exciting 17 July debut of a new quintet led by tenor saxophonist Richard Maegraith, for new venue Foundry616.Richard Maegraith Alliance Band was formed on Anzac Day, 2013. Led by veteran Sydney saxophonist Maegraith, the group is made up of some of Sydney's finest young Australian and New Zealand jazz musicians who are experimenting and exploring improvised jazz music. They are thrilled to be de...
Foundry616 - Ultimo
Thursday 01 Aug -
06:00 pm
On Thursday, August 1, the JOHN MONTESANTE QUINTET's special guest singer at The Commune Cafe is the stylish and talented HETTY KATE, who works regularly internationally, as well as recording and performing around town. As usual with our Jazz Thursdays, you are guaranteed a stellar experience with great music, delicious food and drink and excellent company. Book ahead for your table to avoid disappointment on 03 96545477
The Commune Cafe Bar - East Melbourne
Friday 02 Aug -
07:30 pm
The John Mackey Quartet, featuring the extraordinary talents of Matt McMahon (Piano), Simon Barker (Drums) and Jonathan Zwartz (Double Bass), will perform the World Premiere performance of Mackey's "Canberra's Centenary Suite". A work inspired by the majesty of Canberra's surrounds, including its mountainous beauty, endless clear blue skies, the breathtaking colour contrasts of autumn and kaleidoscopic sunsets. Heavily influenced by the gravit...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 02 Aug -
07:30 pm
After a few years' hiatus, Ben Marston returns with his long time collaborators Chris Thwaite, James Luke and Lachlan Coventry to premiere their new musical direction. Over the last few years they have developed an exciting new improvisational concept for the group, using samples to frame a more textural approach to music making. It is a natural progression for the quartet, building on their previous use of electronic effects. The new directio...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 02 Aug -
08:30 pm
Mike Nock and Laurenz PikeIn a rare outing, audiences are treated to two generations of outstanding Australian music. Playing music from their 2012 release Kindred, Nock demonstrates some of his most vital and inventive playing to date, delicately underpinned by Pike’s singular approach to the drum kit.Performers:Mike Nock (piano), Laurenz Pike (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 02 Aug -
10:00 pm
Ted Vining loves music. Bob Sedergreen knows the heart of the grove comes from Africa. Blow feels the same. The word for this, empathy.Empathy is a loving treatment of some of the most requested tunes, originals and jazz masterpieces, from Blow's 5 year long residency at "The Horn" in Melbourne.Empathy was recorded and mixed at Howling Studios in the inspirational maritime landscape of the Bellarine Peninsula. The fidelity of these recordings ...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 02 Aug -
10:00 pm
As a trio MAG has performed extensively at many festivals throughout Australia including Adelaide international guitar festival, Stonnington Jazz festival, Apollo bay, and Wangaratta festival of Jazz and Blues.Stephen Magnusson (Guitar) is one of the most accomplished, versatile and distinctive musicians in Australia. His incredible technique and tone have made him part of many bands and film scores. Magnusson has performed/recorded with many ...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 03 Aug -
07:30 pm
Alex & Nilusha is a project led by Chilean born percussionist Alex Pertout and Sri Lankan born vocalist Nilusha Dassenaike which embraces an authentic contemporary world sound created in Australia but informed by many locations around the globe including their profound personal Latin American and South Asian roots. This is revealed through their compositions, arrangements and performances which incorporate contemporary jazz and world styles, i...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 03 Aug -
08:00 pm
Chet Baker was the 'James Dean of Jazz'. His extraordinary talent with the trumpet and his fragile, captivating vocal style barely hid his offstage drug addiction and frequent brushes with the law. In this thrilling, dark theatrical performance, David Goldthorpe explores both the haunting, unforgettable music that made Baker famous and the visceral, self-destruction that made him infamous. Interspersing the dialogue with expertly arranged Bake...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 03 Aug -
08:30 pm
BLOW (Melb)Led by Melbourne stalwarts Ted Vining and Bob Sedergreen, BLOW’S artistic vision is limitless. SIMA welcomes this exceptional group of improvisers to Sydney on a national tour. Performers:Bob Sedergreen (piano) Peter Harper (alto sax) Ian Dixon (trumpet, flugelhorn) Gareth Hill (bass) Ted Vining (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15FOr more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 03 Aug -
10:00 pm
The Strange Music Of Reality are a group of highly accomplished, professional musicians from Australia. The ability to embrace, without prejudice, all musical styles is one of the outstanding strengths of this musical ensemble. Members of TSMOR have toured recorded and performed with musicians including...Sting, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Men At Work, Olivia Newton-John, Bob Geldof, Michael Brecker, Ben Lee, Tim Finn, Tom Jones, Jack DeJoh...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Sunday 04 Aug -
04:00 pm
Joe and Zoe make a formidable duo, musically and in real life. Joe is one of the world's best jazz pianists and is also an internationally acclaimed composer and arranger while Zoe is one of the leading violinists of her generation. In each other they have found not only life partners, but also a unique musical partnership. They have collaborated on ReImaginings, a new CD that is both a beautiful collision of musical styles and a testament to ...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Sunday 04 Aug -
06:00 pm
Liam Budge: vocalsTate Sheridan: piano"There's meaning is his words and originality in his arrangements and improvisations." Canberra JazzExperience two of Australia's rising jazz stars in an intimate performance setting. Since winning the James Morrison Jazz Scholarship in 2012, Liam has released his critically-acclaimed debut album, and continues to establish himself as one of Australia's finest young jazz vocalists. And in a recent visit to...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Sunday 04 Aug -
08:00 pm
Recognised worldwide The Tawadros brothers have performed with artists such as; Zakir Hussain, John Abercrombie, John Patitucci, Jack DeJohnette, Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Sultan Khan and Camerata Salzburg to name a few . Nominated 7 times consecutively in the ARIA awards for World Music and Jazz Categories. Winners of 5 Limelight awards for Best World Music album consecutively. Rounding out the Trio is Steve Hunte...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Tuesday 06 Aug -
07:30 pm
The Hannah James Trio is the exciting young group led by bassist Hannah James. Hannah and drummer Ed Rodrigues, both former students of the ANU School of Music now based in Sydney. For this concert they will be joined by Dutch pianist Casper Tromp. The trio plays primarily original material influenced by many of today’s best contemporary musicians from America and Scandinavia. The trio aims to captivate a diverse audience from traditionalist...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Tuesday 06 Aug -
08:00 pm
For his first ever headline performance in Australia, Nathan Haines presents The Poet's Embrace featuring pianist Kevin Field.Based in London since the mid 90s, New Zealand born Haines is a Warner Classics and Jazz recording artist for the UK/France and Germany with his latest release garnering rave reviews and steady radio play on Jazz FM and BBC Radio 2. Recorded direct to analog two-track vintage tape machine, The Poet's Embrace and follow-...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Wednesday 07 Aug -
07:00 pm
The John Montesante Quintet (JMQ) is a stylish, horn-led combo, founded in 1990 by jazz trumpet, arranger, composer John Montesante. The band members include Scott Lambie, Dean Addison, Joe Ruberto, James Glasson and Montesante. The quintet's previous album, "JMQ-Live @Atlantis" garnered positive reviews, with the final track, "Tell Me A Bedtime Story", augmented by additional horns, creating: "a brassy blaster that inspires a desire to catch ...
Bennetts Lane Jazz Club - Melbourne
Wednesday 07 Aug -
07:30 pm
Three Lanes was formed by Melbourne based jazz pianist and composer Andrea Keller as an opportunity to create new music with two of her most admired, intriguing and broad-minded musical colleagues, Genevieve Lacey on recorders and Joe Talia on Revox B77, electronics and percussion.Stepping outside of her usual working environment, this trio combines acoustic, electronic, prepared, improvised and composed elements, allowing the unique and disti...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Wednesday 07 Aug -
08:00 pm
Andrew Dickeson, Brendan Clarke and Steve Barry have joined to form this exciting "trio of leaders".Dickeson and Clarke are two musicians who have been at the forefront of the Australian Jazz scene for years. Barry is a rising star on the Jazz scene - with a style and maturity way beyond his years. For this project they unite to explore the "Great American Songbook". The classic, and some more obscure, compositions of the great "Tin Pan Alley"...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Thursday 08 Aug -
07:30 pm
"Certain music - far beyond mere styles - has roots so deep that to tap them is to uncork a pressurized well of truth...the Arrebato Ensemble grows ever closer to this truth" Sydney Morning HeraldArrebato Ensemble represents one of the most exciting Australian fusions of world music and jazz. Blending modern flamenco sounds and rhythms with jazz and improvisation, led by acclaimed flamenco guitarist, Greg Alfonzetti, an exceptionally talented ...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 09 Aug -
07:30 pm
"… shines a dazzling light on the French songbook." ABC Radio, Live ReviewBaby et Lulu debut with their classic French song collection, and take you on a sassy, romantic romp through Paris, full of swinging joie de vivre! Baby et Lulu is the charismatic musical partnership between Abby Dobson, songstress extraordinaire and former frontperson for the platinum selling Leonardo's Bride, and Lara Goodridge, violinist/singer with the celebrated s...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 09 Aug -
07:30 pm
Tangents are an improvised music ensemble that negotiates a post-everything mesh of styles through its genre-crossing instrumentation and collision of musical backgrounds.With members coming from the critically acclaimed London electronica duo Icarus and post-jazz trio Triosk, the well regarded FourPlay String Quartet and underground experimental faves Spartak, Tangents conjure electro-acoustic excursions into the traditional notions of duos, ...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 09 Aug -
08:30 pm
Sandy Evans Indian Project Redefining the fusion of jazz and Indian music, this thrilling dialogue features soulful melodies, hypnotic grooves, breath-taking improvisations and stunning percussion solos. Performers:Sandy Evans (sax) Bobby Singh (tabla) Brett Hirst (bass) Toby Hall (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 09 Aug -
08:30 pm
Sandy Evans Indian Project Redefining the fusion of jazz and Indian music, this thrilling dialogue features soulful melodies, hypnotic grooves, breath-taking improvisations and stunning percussion solos. Performers:Sandy Evans (sax) Bobby Singh (tabla) Brett Hirst (bass) Toby Hall (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 09 Aug -
10:00 pm
Alister Spence - piano, samplesLloyd Swanton - double bass Toby Hall - drums, glockenspielOver the last 15 years The Alister Spence Trio have established a strong reputation both here and overseas. Their latest album Far Flung has been described by The Sydney Morning Herald as …”this trio has learnt to defy gravity: to free music of time and defined space.' They have released 5 CDs and twice been nominated for Best Jazz Album at the ARIA A...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 10 Aug -
02:00 pm
The Utopia Collective is John Mackey (sax), Wayne Kelly (piano), Jason Varlet (bass), Mark Sutton (drums) and Greg Stott (guitar).Over the past 15 years they have been performing together playing original contemporary jazz music and backing international artist at festivals such as the Sydney Olympics Festival and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival. Between them the members of the Utopia Collective have performed with a large and diverse range of r...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 10 Aug -
07:30 pm
The Raah Project brings its unique take on the established ideas of electronica, the chamber orchestra, hip hop, pop, contemporary, dance and soul music. Embracing both traditional and new principals of jazz improvisations and arrangement as well as 20th century composition, song, verse and flow.With musical influences as diverse as Kanye West, Charlie Parker, Igor Stravinsky and King Tubby, Ryan Ritchie and Tamil Rogeon's compelling new visio...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Saturday 10 Aug -
08:30 pm
Mister OttMatt’s exciting new ensemble features baritone lead horn sections, African rhythms and ancient Ethiopian scales in a blend of traditional music, jazz and 50’s/60’s soul. Performers:Matthew Ottignon (tenor/baritone sax) Ellen Kirkwood (trumpet) Luke Sweeting (piano/organ) Carl Morgan (guitar) Eden Ottignon (bass) Dan Kennedy (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 10 Aug -
10:00 pm
"This is a band to ponder, to imbibe. Recommended." CANBERRA JAZZThe culmination of a chance meeting at a jazz club in Berlin, the Quintet is an exciting new offering led by former Canberra musician Reuben Lewis.Featuring internationally acclaimed artists the ensemble spans across a wide musical spectrum, taking influence from groups such as Atomic, Tomasz Stanko Quintet, Ilmiliekki Quartet, Don Cherry Quintet, Wanderlust and drawing inspirati...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Sunday 11 Aug -
04:00 pm
Spend the afternoon with international jazz heavy weights, Jacam Manricks, Paul Grabowsky, Alex Boneham, and Andrew Gander of the JCMQInternationally acclaimed jazz saxophonist Jacam Manricks returns for the conclusion to the Capital Jazz Project. The Quartet blends styles of Jazz, contemporary, classical, and Latin rhythms together, to create a uniquely emotional hybrid form.Expect brilliant original compositions and inspired interplay. 'Firs...
The Street Theatre - Canberra
Friday 16 Aug -
08:30 pm
Damian Wright Quintet Virtuoso flamenco guitarist Damian Wright presents his new ensemble featuring stunning original compositions that explore elements of flamenco, jazz and middle eastern music.Performers:Damian Wright (flamenco guitar) Steve Hunter (bass) James Hauptmann (percussion) Matt McMahon (piano) Jessica Statham (palmas).Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 16 Aug -
08:30 pm
Sydney Improvised Music Association Inc (SIMA) presents live music on Friday and Saturday nights in Sydney, primarily at the Sound Lounge.
For program information please visit SIMA.
SIMA has been operating for the past 26 years, presenting some of the best jazz music to Sydney audiences.
SIMAis committed to facilitating the performance of contemporary jazz and improvised music. We aim to be recognised as the leading...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 17 Aug -
08:30 pm
Waldo Fabian Quintet Renowned bassist, composer and producer Waldo Fabian brings his sensuous combination of Latin American rhythms in an energetic night of jazz. Performers:Waldo Fabian (bass/vocals) Ed Goyer (vibes) Dan Waples (alto sax) Lee McIver (trumpet/flugelhorn) Deva Permana (drums)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 23 Aug -
08:30 pm
Amphibious Amphibious create a subversive hybrid between the expressive depth of classical music and the rhythmic and improvisational approach of jazz, alt/rock and pop. Performers:Ollie Miller (cello) Richard Maegraith (tenor sax) Aaron Flower (guitar) Jamie Cameron (drums)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 24 Aug -
08:30 pm
Hannah James TrioJRMA recipient Hannah James’ captivating and engaging compositions are influenced by the best in American and Scandinavian contemporary music.Performers:Hannah James (bass) Casper Tromp (piano) Ed Rodrigues (drums) Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 30 Aug -
08:30 pm
Jacam Manricks Trio (NY) 'Superb saxophone work, intellectually stimulating writing and ingenious dovetailed rhythmic lines'... All About JazzFresh off the heels of a stint at the Jazz Standard in New York with Grammy award winning drummer Jeff Tain Watts, Jacam returns to Sydney for one show only. Performers:Jacam Manricks (alto sax) Alex Bonham (bass) Andy Gander (drums)Tickets: $30/25/20For more information visit: www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Tuesday 03 Sep -
08:30 pm
An evening with Alvin Curran (NY) At 75 years, multi-award winning Alvin Curran is one of America's most influential experimental composers. His body of work has stretched the full range of possibilities from free improvisation to orchestral and choral scores, from electronic music and environmental installations, from solo marathons to sonic constructions for mass musicians, collaborating with everyone from Anthony Braxton to John Cage. Perfo...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 06 Sep -
08:30 pm
Passionfruit Trio Passionfruit Trio’s infectious rhythms, compelling melodies and spontaneous improvisations cross musical boundaries where jazz meets Afro-Brazilian music. Performers:Guy Strazz (guitar) Matt McMahon (piano) Fabian Hevia (percussion) Edo Santoni (vocals)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 07 Sep -
08:30 pm
Ben Hauptmann Septet A progressive new project by Freeman Fellow Ben Hauptmann in an all electro format using midi controllers mixed with live electric bass and drums.Performers:Ben Hauptmann (midi guitar) Arne Hanna (electric guitar) Zoe Hauptmann (electric bass) Dan Junor (ewi - midi sax) Bill Risby (keyboard) James Hauptmann (kit)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Friday 13 Sep -
08:30 pm
Matt Baker Quartet @ the Foundry 616 (NY)New-Yorkers Matt Baker and Marco Panascia bring together musicians from around the world for this exclusive performance. Hong Kong-based Cameron Reid and Sydney-based Tim Clarkson join the quartet in a home-coming treat for Sydney audiences. This performance will be presented in collaboration with and at Foundry616, Harris St Ultimo. Bookings: 02 9036 6292Performers:Tim Clarkson (sax), Matt Baker (piano...
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Thursday 26 Sep -
08:30 pm
Alister Spence Trio with Richard MacDonald (UK)Alister Spence’s thoughtful and fruitful musical repour with Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year and saxophonist Raymond MacDonald see them perform music from their 2011 release Stepping Out of the Shadows with Alister’s long-time trio. Performers:Alister Spence (piano) Raymond MacDonald (alto sax) Lloyd Swanton (bass) Toby Hall (drums)Tickets: $25/20/15For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 28 Sep -
08:30 pm
Tim Bruer Quartet Typically diverse, Tim’s contemporary and accessible sound allows for expansive creative interaction played by some of Sydney’s finest musicians.Performers:Tim Bruer (piano) Sean Coffin (tenor sax) Mark Harris (bass) Toby Hall (drums)Tickets: $20/15/10For more information visit www.sima.org.au
Sound Lounge - Chippendale
Saturday 26 Oct -
11:00 am
Get ready for the time of your life!For 21 years Jazz in the Vines has been giving you a day in the vineyards with plenty of space for your friends & family to relax, let your hair down or dance till you drop.It’s the longest running annual music festival in the Hunter Valley, it’s outdoors, it’s fun, it’s people of all ages coming together for a day of great music, wine & food and it’s back for its 21st year. On Saturday October 26t...
Tyrrell's Vineyard - Pokolbin
Friday 01 Nov -
The Mildura Jazz Food and Wine Festival is a well established event that has attracted many locals and visitors to the Mildura district over the past 34 years. The Festival takes place as an annual Spring-time event, presenting five days of round the clock jazz entertainment in popular clubs, bars and cafes, restaurants, churches as well as street side and riverside venues – with feature events utilising unique Murray River settings and all ...
Friday 01 Nov -
The Mildura Jazz Food and Wine Festival is a well established event that has attracted many locals and visitors to the Mildura district over the past 34 years. The Festival takes place as an annual Spring-time event, presenting five days of round the clock jazz entertainment in popular clubs, bars and cafes, restaurants, churches as well as street side and riverside venues – with feature events utilising unique Murray River settings and all ...
Friday 01 Nov -
The Mildura Jazz Food and Wine Festival is a well established event that has attracted many locals and visitors to the Mildura district over the past 34 years. The Festival takes place as an annual Spring-time event, presenting five days of round the clock jazz entertainment in popular clubs, bars and cafes, restaurants, churches as well as street side and riverside venues – with feature events utilising unique Murray River settings and all ...
Friday 01 Nov -
The Mildura Jazz Food and Wine Festival is a well established event that has attracted many locals and visitors to the Mildura district over the past 34 years. The Festival takes place as an annual Spring-time event, presenting five days of round the clock jazz entertainment in popular clubs, bars and cafes, restaurants, churches as well as street side and riverside venues – with feature events utilising unique Murray River settings and all ...
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