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Melbourne Conservatorium of Music Jazz orchestra – directed by Jordan Murray Jazz & Improvisation Big Band Mini – directed by Vanessa Perica Melbourne Conservatorium of Music Big band – directed by Mat Jodrell
$25.00 – $30.00
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 A night to celebrate improvisation and spontaneity. The Hue Blanes Trio hosts an evening where anything is possible, and where everyone is invited to create musical magic on Melbourne’s most hallowed podium. About Hue Blanes: Hue Blanes is no stranger to Australian ears. The musical savant has graced Melbourne’s jazz clubs for more than two...
$10.00 – $15.00 |
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 Pianist Jef Neve (BE) and trumpeter Teus Nobel (NL) have long been indispensable figures in the international jazz landscape. In addition to leading numerous projects under their own names, the two have toured the world together over recent years — performing across the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Canada, Japan, and Australia. Audiences everywhere have been captivated...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 “With saxophone and guitar alone, Ben van Gelder and Reinier Baas sound like an entire orchestra.” — Volkskrant Saxophonist Ben van Gelder and guitarist Reinier Baas proudly announce the release of their third collaborative record, This Is Water. The album is a testament to their unique artistic synergy, rooted in the American jazz tradition while...
$25.00 – $35.00 |
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 'Touched by Grace' – join world-renowned NYC guitarist Gary Lucas and Australian artist Katie Noonan as they explore the music of Jeff Buckley and share new writing collaborations. Gary co-wrote the opening tracks of Jeff’s seminal masterpiece album Grace — Mojo Pin and Grace — and alongside these works and others, Gary and Katie will...
$60.00 |
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‘Touched by Grace’ – join world-renowned NYC guitarist Gary Lucas and Australian artist Katie Noonan as they explore the music of Jeff Buckley and share new writing collaborations. Gary co-wrote the opening tracks of Jeff’s seminal masterpiece album Grace — Mojo Pin and Grace — and alongside these works and others, Gary and Katie will present songs from Gary and Jeff’s band Gods and Monsters, as well as their...
$60.00 |
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 Muse Vocal Studios, Voice Code Studios and Encore Vocal Studios present The Jazz Club Series. Featuring local talent at the iconic Jazz Lab, this is a series of intimate shows with a focus on storytelling, authenticity, and originiality, celebrating real singers and real music. *This is a vocal workshop showcasing students.
Free – $38.00
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Muse Vocal Studios, Voice Code Studios and Encore Vocal Studios present The Jazz Club Series. Featuring local talent at the iconic Jazz Lab, this is a series of intimate shows with a focus on storytelling, authenticity, and originiality, celebrating real singers and real music.
Free – $38.00
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 Sydney drummer/composer/producer Laurence Pike launches his fifth solo album Possible Utopias for Jazz Quintet, joined by pianist Novak Manojlovic and saxophonist Jack Stoneham. One of the leading figures of Australia's creative music community, Pike has a long history of coloring outside the lines, not just in his solo recordings—including four albums for the Leaf label between 2018 and...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Angela Davis (saxophone), Stephen Magnusson (guitar) & Andrea Keller (piano)
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Sensitivity and captivating rhythms characterize the sound of the Berlin-based Alexandra Ivanova Trio, led by Austrian pianist and composer Alexandra Ivanova, whose Bulgarian roots inform a richly cross-cultural approach. Drawing on a wide range of influences, Alexandra brings what All About Jazz describes as an “unorthodox approach to her compositions.” For this exclusive Melbourne concert,...
$40.00 |
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 Described by JAZZ TIMES as “Perhaps THE most innovative straight-ahead jazz guitarist to emerge in years,” and named one of the greatest living jazz guitarists in The Great Jazz Guitarists by Scott Yanow, Rory Stuart is a critically acclaimed jazz guitarist and composer based in New York who has performed around the world. In addition...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Shapeshifting and soulful instrumental jazz continues to evolve with the Nadav Rayman Trio, whose debut album Second Sight earned an Australian Music Prize nomination for "an outfit stretching out musically, while still remaining remarkably accessible." The trio – featuring Nadav Rayman (Piano), Matthew Coleman (Bass) and Michael Evans-Barker (Drums) – explores the dynamic intersection of contemporary soul jazz and hip-hop, delivering energetic performances that...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Michelle Nicolle, hailed as Australia's preeminent female jazz singer, is a living embodiment of artistry and elegance in the jazz world. She has appeared at festivals all over Australia and the world - from Tokyo to Siberia. Improvisor and composer Michelle has for the last 26 years led one of Australia’s most lauded creative jazz...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Led by pianist-composer Oscar Toqui France, this 9-piece semi-acoustic ensemble blends improvisation with intricate melodies, taking listeners on a sonic journey through cinematic landscapes. Their music features dark, horn- and cello-laden arrangements that evoke vivid scenes of the natural world—from free-flowing currents to fiery sunsets. Toqui now presents their highly anticipated sophomore album, Currents. This...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 The Julian Banks Quartet brings together some of Melbourne’s most creative improvisers in a group that is both fiery and fluid. Led by tenor saxophonist and composer Julian Banks, the quartet explores original compositions that carry echoes of the jazz tradition while redefining it through a distinctly contemporary lens. The music balances spontaneity with structure, allowing for deep listening,...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Niran Dasika (trumpet), Theo Carbo (guitar), Andrea Keller (piano) & Dave Beck (drums)
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Julien Wilson – sax Carl Dewhurst – guitar Cameron Undy – bass Sam Bates – drums This is a rare visit to Melbourne by two of Australia’s greatest improvisers. Carl Dewhurst and Cameron Undy met at high school in Canberra, then moved to Sydney in the late 80s. In 1994 they connected with Julien Wilson...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Aftersun: Vincent Barker (guitar), Lincoln Ramsay (guitar), Elly Blackham (saxophone), Michael Panton (pedal steel), Jack Smythe (double bass), and Matt Dooley (drums). Aftersun is a dynamic band blending elements of jazz, folk, and ambient soundscapes. With rich harmonies and intuitive interplay, the ensemble crafts immersive musical journeys that are both introspective and uplifting. Together, the...
$20.00 – $25.00 |
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 Fatai is a dynamic singer-songwriter known for her powerful, soulful voice and emotionally charged performances. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, Fatai first captured the public’s attention with her stunning vocal range and distinctive style, blending elements of soul, pop, and R&B. She quickly rose to prominence through her viral online performances, gaining a dedicated global fanbase....
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Fem returns to her roots in jazz, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on the genre. A master of the art of standard singing, she commands the stage with an unparalleled vocal range and an undeniable flair for improvisation. Fem Belling leads audiences on a musical journey through the rich...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Following a wonderful night in November ’25, explosive Sydney-based 13-piece Latin big band MUCHO MAMBO returns to the Jazzlab for another unforgettable evening of big band Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, Salsa and more. Featuring some of Australia’s finest Latin and jazz musicians, the MUCHO MAMBO experience is truly one of a kind — an authentic...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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Muse Vocal Studios, Voice Code Studios and Encore Vocal Studios present The Jazz Club Series. Featuring local talent at the iconic Jazz Lab, this is a series of intimate shows with a focus on storytelling, authenticity, and originiality, celebrating real singers and real music. *This is a vocal workshop showcasing students.
Free – $38.00
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Muse Vocal Studios, Voice Code Studios and Encore Vocal Studios present The Jazz Club Series. Featuring local talent at the iconic Jazz Lab, this is a series of intimate shows with a focus on storytelling, authenticity, and originiality, celebrating real singers and real music. *This is a vocal workshop showcasing students.
Free – $38.00
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 Ashley Ballat is an exciting voice emerging on Melbourne’s scene, leading her experimental band ASHES with dynamic trumpet playing, electronics and new compositions. ASHES has cultivated a distinct and analogous language over recent years from playing together regularly. This group brings to life Ballat's compositions, whose eclectic aesthetic amalgamates music from the incredible Australian Jazz scene, ECM records,...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Jenny Barnes (voice), Theo Carbo (guitar), Andrea Keller (piano) & Joe Talia (drums)
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Julien and Carl met in 1994 at the Wangaratta Jazz Festival and formed an instant musical and personal bond that has endured unabated for over 30 years. Together, they have toured Outback Australia with Ruby Hunter, Paul Grabowsky and Archie Roach performing Ruby’s Story; toured Europe and Asia with the Australian Art Orchestra and Sruti...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Christopher Rozakeas is an emerging trombonist and composer from Melbourne, Victoria. A sought-after instrumentalist in the local scene, he specialises in traditional and contemporary jazz styles, strongly informed by influences from his home city and NYC. Chris is the recipient of various accolades including the Geoffrey Whitelaw Monash Brass scholarship and being a two-time James Morrison...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Mosaic is a vibrant 10-piece contemporary jazz ensemble rapidly emerging as an exciting force in the Sydney jazz scene. The band performs and premieres original compositions written specifically for the ensemble by Australian composers under 25, resulting in a uniquely youthful and energetic sound. Led by Lee Orszaczky (trombone), Mosaic brings together a dynamic group...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Formed around the turn of the century by double bassist Steve Purcell as a Count Basie-style dance band, The Pearly Shells Swing Orchestra has evolved over more than 15 years into a unique Melbourne musical institution, boasting an enormous repertoire of original charts and strong ties throughout Melbourne’s musical community. The Pearly Shells blend their own arrangements...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Harry James Angus continues his legendary Monthly residency, featuring an ever-changing lineup of musicians, genres, and moods. This cult event is always a highlight in the calendar — book early!
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Melbourne Lawyers' Big Band is back at the JazzLab! Come along for a Sunday afternoon of good tunes and good times.
$30.00
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 Mia Barham is a Melbourne-based saxophonist, flautist and composer whose music blends lyrical improvisation with rich, atmospheric composition. Drawing on influences from both jazz and classical traditions, her work explores sound, landscape and storytelling through improvisation. She has released several original projects, including Earth Songs, Inwards and Where The Mountains Echo My Footsteps, which have been featured on ABC...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Andrea Keller (piano), Blakely McLean Davies (double bass) & Kyrie Anderson (drums)
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Melbourne’s own JazzLab Orchestra presses reset on the big band tradition, creating visionary, original, genre-bending jazz music with a strong focus on diversity and inclusivity. Led by composer-arrangers Cheryl Durongpisitkul and Madison James Smith, the orchestra celebrates Melbourne’s next generation of instrumentalists. The ensemble continues the legacy of the Bennetts Lane Big Band through its...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Young Melbourne drummer Oscar Edwards is preparing for a significant move to the UK to take up the sole undergraduate jazz drums position at the Royal Academy of Music in London. A 2025 James Morrison Scholarship finalist and VCASS graduate, Oscar has established himself as a prominent emerging voice on the local scene, performing alongside...
$25.00 – $35.00 |
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 Grammy-nominated, ARIA Award-winning pianist and composer Barney McAll joins forces with the brilliant young drummer Ebs Daramola and the free-wheeling virtuosity of Cuban bassist Yunior Terry. “Barney has always been a spiritual and positive voice, a conceptualist with great empathy and humor. His activities were always intriguing and his powers on the keys formidable.” —...
$30.00 – $35.00 |
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 Yunior Terry is a Cuban bassist, violinist, and composer, internationally recognised for his complex grooves and contagious rhythms that fuse jazz with Afro-Cuban traditions. The youngest son of one of Cuba’s most gifted musical families, Terry is a prolific performer driven by a deep belief in the transformative power of live music. Regarded as one of...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Tracey Miller brings her acclaimed new album Queen Of The Creek to Jazzlab in a powerful live performance featuring a stellar 10-piece band led by saxophonist and producer Darcy McNulty. Recorded live at The Archies Creek Hotel and featuring an all-star cast, the album captures a unique moment of collaboration and creativity. Joining Miller are...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Emerging young Sydney saxophonist Gabriella Hill and her rhythm section of Henry Hall (double bass) and Daniel Raymond (drums) join with dynamic young Melbourne pianist Abi Lee in a premiere. Hill performed at the SIMA Women's Jazz Festival 2025 with Eric Tsai (guitar) and Jacques Emery (double bass). Hill and Lee shared a double bill...
$25.00 – $30.00 |