...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

Central Coast pianist and composer Gavin Ahearn will lead this dynamic contemporary improvised quartet emerging from the jazz tradition.

Gavin Ahearn – Piano
Karl Laskowski – Saxophone
Dave Quinn – Bass
Jason Isaac- Drums

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 – Guitar/Pedals
Brendan Berlach – Tenor Saxophone
Fiona Lugg – Double Bass
Toby Hall – Drums

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 exhilarting, 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

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