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...
Joshua Breakstone is a jazz guitarist from NY who has been living in Kyoto, Japan for 6 years. He has 24 recordings out as a leader with such greats as Kenny Barron, Barry Harris, Tommy Flanagan, Pepper Adams, Jimmy Knepper, Jack McDuff, Mickey Roker, Al Harewood, etc. Breakstone plays across Europe every year, just about...
Yunior Terry is a Cuban bassist, violinist and composer internationally known for his complex grooves, and contagious rhythms fusing Jazz with Afro-Cuban traditions. The youngest son of one of Cuba’s most gifted musical families, he is a prolific performer possessed by a belief in the transformative power of live music.Regarded as one of New York City’s...
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 to become a unique Melbourne musical institution with an enormous repertoire of original charts and ties through out Melbourne’s musical universe. The Pearly Shells...
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!
Presented by RAZ Music in association with Bach Akademie Australia GRAMMY-nominated American countertenor Reginald Mobley is lauded by critics and audiences on both sides of the Atlantic as one of the finestsingers of baroque, classical and modern repertoire. Paul Grabowsky AO is one of Australia’s most distinguished artists: an ARIA, Helpmann and APRA Award-winning pianist,...
Jenny Barnes (voice), Nrian Dasika (trumpet), Andrea Keller (piano) & Kyrie Anderson (drums)
Designed to bring jazz musicians of all types into Australia’s best jazz club every month for a night of music, fun, and community, The Lab Jams are a new initiative hosted by The JazzLab on the first Tuesday of every month. The night will begin with a set by the house band, led by pianist...
Piano Day is an annual celebration of the piano, and all those who play it: all ages, all genres, in the community and on the stage. ARIA-nominated artist Nat Bartsch returns to The Jazzlab to celebrate Piano Day with fellow pianists Celeste Willoughby, Josh Hooke and Kym Alexandra Dillon. These artists create shimmering music at the intersection of...
Panorama Brasil explore the music of two Brazilian jazz giants – Hermeto Pascoal and Airto Moreira – led by guest musical director, Yael Zamir (flute). From their early days together in Sambrasa Trio and the legendary Quarteto Novo, Hermeto Pascoal and Airto Moreira have been at the forefront of Brazilian jazz and improvised music. Panorama...
From one of Australia’s most in-demand saxophonists, Matthew Ottignon leads Volant, his latest quartet that has risen from the contemporary underground. The music moves effortlessly from moments of anthemic heroism, with Ottignon’s fiery tenor at the fore, to lyrical melodies and intimate soundscapes, where the subtle yet confident artistry of Holly, Hannah, and Lauren results...
BRAZJAZ ENSEMBLE Samba Jazz & MPB - Music of Brazil SATURDAY 5 APRIL 2025 Doors Open 7:30 pm Music Starts 8:00 pm After their fantastic performance last January, BRAZJAZ ENSEMBLE returns to Jazzlab for another special night, featuring a very creative line-up with YAEL ZAMIR (Flute) VASHTI SIVELL (Piano) JORGE ALBUQUERQUE (Bass) with special guest...
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