...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

Guy Strazz is a master guitarist and jazz APRA award winning composer who will perform original works as well as inventive reinterpretations of classics by greats such as Parker and Miles.

Guy Strazz – Acoustic and electric guitars
Gerard Masters - keys
Fiona Lugg – Double Bass

Saxophonists Sandy Evans and Andrew Robson lead a quartet that showcases the depth, vitality and rich artistry of contemporary jazz.

Sandy Evans – Tenor & Soprano Saxophone
Andrew Robson – Alto & Baritone Saxophone/Recorder
Brett Hirst – Bass
Hamish Stuart – Drums

Tess is back from NYC to celebrate the release of her debut album drawing influence from a range of composers from Ornette Coleman to Philip Dizack to Chopin and Sibelius.

Tessie Overmyer – Alto Saxophone
Harley Coleman – Guitar
Kevin Hunt – Piano
Sabine Tapia – Double Bass
Hamish Stuart – Drums

One of Sydney's & Australia's most exhilarating, high calibre & original contemporary jazz ensembles.

Jason Bruer – Tenor & Soprano Sax
Andrew Robertson – Alto Sax & Flute
Simon Ferenci – Trumpet
Gavin Ahearn – Piano
Dave Quinn – Double Bass
Elliot Carter – Drums

Hear one of Sydney's & Australia's most long standing and exhilarating, high calibre & original contemporary jazz ensembles around.

Steve Hunter – Bass
Ben Hauptmann – Guitar
Matt McMahon – Piano
Gordon Rytmeister – Drums

This special workshop is open to all ages and instrumentalists (vocalists welcome) who want to develop their creativity using electronic techniques.

Adrian Mears (Germ.) – Trombone, Didgeridoo, Effects & Live Loops
David Jones (Melb.) – Drums and Percussion

Sonic Tapestry blends live loops, spontaneous improvisation and cutting-edge rhythms in a genre-defying performance. With no pre-recording, this dynamic duo pushes the limits of jazz.

Adrian Mears (Germany) – trombone, didgeridoo, live loops/effects
David Jones (Melbourne) – drums & percussion

Experience the timeless classics and hidden gems of the Blue Note era as this hip local quintet breathes new life into beloved jazz standards.

Adam Ferrier – Trumpet Flugelhorn
Grant Metcalfe – Alto Sax 
Jo Cadman – Piano
Jeremy Burrows – Double Bass
Dave Richardson – Drums

International artist Nicki Parrott returns home with her latest show, Songs You Know By Heart, bringing a memorable evening of toe-tapping-sing-along-swinging vocal jazz standards.

Nicki Parrott – Bass/Vocals
Peter Locke – Piano
Andrew Dickeson – Drums

Be totally entertained with exciting versions of standards and original jazz, a mix of instrumental and vocal.

Clayton Doley – Hammond Organ/Vocals
Tim Rollinson – Guitar
Evan Mannell – Drums

Hauptmann is a prestigious touring and session guitarist who has shared the stage with a diverse and impressive range of artists. He will be joined by the beautiful sounds of vocalist Magdalena Mira.

Ben Hauptmann – Guitar
Magdalena Mira – Vocals
Jonathan Zwartz – Bass
Ben Kidson – Percussion

Led by local trumpeter and composer Tom Avgenicos, this quartet draws from hip-hop, minimalism, modern jazz and contemporary classical music.

Tom Avgenicos – Trumpet
Roshan Kumarage – Piano
Dave Quinn – Bass
Ashley Stoneham – Drums

This inventive Danish/Australian trio Number Junky from WA plays provocative rhythms and odd-time signatures while retaining a focus on both lyrical melodies and lush harmony.

Kristian Borring – Guitar
Zac Grafton – Double Bass
Pete Evans – Drums