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Jamie Oehlers (saxophone), Blakely McLean Davies (double bass), Dave Beck (drums) & Andrea Keller (piano)
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 Melbourne’s own Jazzlab Orchestra presses re-set on the big band tradition: creating visionary, original, genre-bending jazz music with a 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 Orchestra continues the tradition of the Bennetts Lane Big Band with a monthly...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Original Trio music with Kieran Rafferty, Jordan Tarento, and special guest Fatai Phil’s presence in the Australian music industry has seen him perform with many renowned local and international artists—too numerous to mention. As a pianist, composer, and producer, he has penned hits for Australian Idols and icons alike. From composing music for the Sydney...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Line-up: Yunior Terry - bass Toby Barrett – saxophone Brett Williams – piano Yunior Maden – percussion Ebs Daramola – drums THNDO - vocals 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...
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 After an electrifying performance at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, Rita Satch and Barney McAll reunite for one night only to bring their magic to the Jazzlab. Featuring reimagined classics from Marvin Gaye, Patti LaBelle, and DeBarge alongside their own works, this performance is steeped in mystery and charged with undeniable chemistry. It’s music that...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Cannonball is a Melbourne-based sextet presenting its take on the timeless works of jazz, groove and soul master Julian “Cannonball” Adderley. Fronted by acclaimed vocalist Chantal Mitvalsky and featuring some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians, Cannonball captivates audiences with a rich blend of soulful classics infused with jazz, blues and gospel, all cemented in a deep, infectious groove....
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Impressive emerging guitarist Matt Hoyne’s latest project is Slow Poke, which makes music slowly; not necessarily slow music but music that takes its time, in no rush to prove itself. This trio is an outlet for exploring melody, texture and space more deeply; with a repertoire of simple original songs and some re-imaginings of music...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Stephen Magnusson (guitar), Andrea Keller (piano) & Dave Beck (drums)
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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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 Commanding the stage with a heady mix of jazz and blues, Alma Zygier’s mesmerising presence brings to this timeless music a truly authentic yet modern grit. Her idiosyncratic vocals teeter on the edge of playful and peculiar — a balancing act she has perfected. Alma masterfully portrays both her power and fragility, delivering performances that are enigmatic and provocative. The...
$45.00 |
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 Barney McAll – Piano Yunior Terry – Bass Ebs Daramola – Drums An exciting coming together with brilliant young drummer Ebs Daramola and freewheeling master bassist Yunior Terry. A non-compliance with preconception — with the given shape of things. Questioning the veil behind the veil; a fourth-wall melody. Nothing fixed, nothing held — everything in...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 A modern soul-jazz parable for uncertain times — and a seriously grooving night out. The ARIA-nominated Jake Mason Trio launch their new album The Modern Ark at The JazzLab. Led by Hammond organist and composer Jake Mason (Cookin' On 3 Burners), alongside James Sherlock (guitar) and Danny Fischer (drums), the trio brings the classic organ-jazz...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Hermeto Pascoal was one of Brazil’s greatest instrumentalists and composers — a brilliant and eccentric explorer of music from across Brazil, influenced by sounds far beyond its borders. A sorcerer and conjuror of sound, Hermeto was a prolific creator of music that can only be described as universal. He passed away in 2025, leaving behind...
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 Beyond, Below, and Above is an improvising trio of Abi Lee (piano), Julien Wilson (saxophone), and Dylan van der Schyff (drums/percussion). Curated by Lee, their self-titled album is part of Lee’s ongoing research in structured improvisation. This unique collaboration between internationally established improvisers across Canada, Korea/NZ, and Australia is one of the most exciting collaborations...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 Flora Carbo (saxophone), Andrea Keller (piano) & Anton Schulz (double bass)
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 This dynamic duo masterfully embodies the soul of Argentine tango. Featuring the captivating synergy of Adolfo Trepiana on bandoneon and Luciano Steffanoli on piano, their performances are a perfect blend of sophistication, energy, and heartfelt emotion. This versatile group has captivated audiences worldwide — from the passionate embrace of tango dancers at milongas to the...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Joabe Reis is a trombonist, composer, and music producer, widely recognized as one of the most important voices in contemporary Brazilian jazz. He has performed his original show at The Town Festival, sharing the stage with world-renowned artists such as Jacob Collier, Snarky Puppy, and Kamasi Washington. Joabe was also invited by Shawn Mendes as...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Barney McAll – Piano Julien Wilson – Sax Hugh Stuckey – Guitar Yunior Terry – Bass Danny Fischer – Drums Grammy-nominated, ARIA-winning pianist and composer Barney McAll presents his quintet performing new music in response to uncertain events and uncertain times. Listening with their eyes, they aim to release both questions and answers into sound...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 A welcome reunion of a wonderful team—once master and apprentices, now united by the joy of playing live, with all the spirit and energy that a jazzier blues—or a bluesier jazz—can bring. Their first collaboration drew a full house and a sold-out vinyl run of their recording, Live at Jazzlab. This return is set to...
$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 Gualberto Casas – vocal Tristan Ludowyk – trumpet David Tomisich – piano Yunior Maden – percussion Jethro Negron – drums 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...
$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 Dean Kalaitzidis is an emerging Melbourne/Naarm saxophonist and composer who takes inspiration directly from the greats of contemporary Australian Jazz, coming from the sounds and compositional styles of such greats as Julien Wilson, Bernie McGann, Andrea Keller, Barney McAll, and Allan Browne, amongst others. A graduate of the Melbourne Conservatorium, last year he released a highly ambitious and well-received double LP album, Slatland, featuring an octet (which including violin and cello). He recorded his new quartet, comprising...
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 Stephen Magnusson (guitar), Theo Carbo (guitar), Andrea Keller (piano), Mick Meagher (electric bass) & Dave Beck (drums)
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 Gianni Marinucci – trumpet/flugelhorn Angela Davis – alto saxophone Mirko Guirenni – tenor saxophone Tony Gould – piano Blakely Maclean-Davies – bass Ollie Shute – drums The Gianni Marinucci Sextet was created from a desire to explore original music written by members of the group within a deep listening environment. Bringing together a wonderful mix...
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 Sydney-based guitarist and composer Hilary Geddes is an award-winning artist whose work sits at the intersection of contemporary jazz, improvisation, and song-driven expression. A recipient of the 2021 Freedman Jazz Fellowship and the 2019 Jann Rutherford Memorial Award, Geddes has quickly established herself as one of Australia’s most compelling creative voices. In 2021, she released...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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Barney McAll – Piano Julien Wilson – Sax Hugh Stuckey – Guitar Yunior Terry – Bass Danny Fischer – Drums Grammy-nominated, ARIA-winning pianist and composer Barney McAll presents his quintet performing new music in response to uncertain events and uncertain times. Listening with their eyes, they aim to release both questions and answers into sound...
$25.00 – $30.00 |
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 One of Australia’s unsung treasures, JoJo Smith brings soul, love, and a golden spirit through the power of music. With a voice that stirs the heart and songs that truly shine, JoJo delivers performances full of warmth and authenticity. Joined by the supergroup Checkerboard Lounge, this rare Melbourne show is not to be missed—an invitation...
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$35.00 – $40.00 |
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 The Engineering Music Society is proud to present the Monday Stage Band and Wednesday Stage Band in their end-of-semester showcase. Under the musical direction of James O’Brien and Daniel Traicos, these ensembles unite passionate musicians from across Melbourne in the study and performance of big band repertoire. From timeless classics to bold, high-energy arrangements, this...
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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!
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$35.00 – $40.00 |
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The Engineering Music Society is proud to present the Monday Stage Band and Wednesday Stage Band in their end-of-semester showcase. Under the musical direction of James O’Brien and Daniel Traicos, these ensembles unite passionate musicians from across Melbourne in the study and performance of big band repertoire. From timeless classics to bold, high-energy arrangements, this...
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 “Aslibop” is a bold new approach to improvisation combining the intricate melodic traditions of bebop and Malay asli music, developed over years of dedicated research by Malay bassist Umar Zakaria into the musical culture of his Singaporean Malay heritage. The Aslibop Ensemble extends the bounds of both jazz and Malay improvisational worlds by exploring their...
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 Stephen Magnusson (guitar), Andrea Keller (piano), Nick Haywood (double bass) & Peter Nilsson (drums)
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 The Melbourne Youth Orchestras proudly present Melbourne Youth Big Band and Melbourne Youth Jazz Orchestra for their first concert in 2026. Conducted by legendary drummer, composer and educator - Sonja Horbelt, and featuring the music of familiar favourites Gordon Goodwin, Thad Jones, and iconic Australian composer and conductor Vanessa Perica, this performance is not to...
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$20.00 – $30.00 |
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 Tenor saxophonist Anton Delecca brings a soulful, passionate sound shaped by folk, gospel, spiritual jazz, ’70s fusion and the energy of today’s NYC scene. He’s joined by rising alto saxophonist Bernard Alexander, along with long-time collaborators Darrin Archer (piano), Danny Fischer (drums) and Tom Lee (bass). In September 2025, he recorded his sixth album in...
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Barney McAll – Piano Yunior Terry – Bass Ebs Daramola – Drums An exciting coming together with brilliant young drummer Ebs Daramola and freewheeling master bassist Yunior Terry. A non-compliance with preconception — with the given shape of things. Questioning the veil behind the veil; a fourth-wall melody. Nothing fixed, nothing held — everything in...
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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...
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 Carl Mackey – alto sax Julien Wilson – tenor sax Jordan Murray – trombone Lewis Pierre – drums 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...
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$40.00 – $45.00 |
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 After his studies at the prestigious Herbie Hancock Institute (formerly the Thelonious Monk Institute), where he was mentored by celebrated trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire, drummer, composer, and bandleader Ebs Daramola is rapidly establishing himself as one of Australia’s most compelling new voices. His music blends global influences with fearless creativity, delivering a sound that is both...
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$25.00 – $30.00 |