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...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

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Gigs are happening every Tuesday night at The Underground at the Grand Hotel, Newcastle
Doors open at 7:30pm. Band plays from 8:00-10:00pm.
Bar open until 12:00am.

Scroll down to see all upcoming events

Bleu Collective

18 February 2025

Bleu Collective is an all originals multi-fusion jazz instrumental group, led by Newcastle's own, Isaac Walker.

Isaac Walker - Keys
Tyson Hilder - Drums
Andrew de Souza - Guitar
Brandon Yarnold - Bass
Mat Woodcock - Trumpet

Peter O'Mara Trio

25 February 2025

Australian jazz guitarist Peter O'Mara began his professional career in Sydney in 1976. As a composer and bandleader he has recorded 20 cds to date as well as performing on dozens of recordings as a guest.

Peter O'Mara - Guitar
James Shortland - Double Bass
Hamish Stuart - Drums

3Degrees

4 March 2025

3Degrees is the hip hop & horns sensation that has taken Newcastle by storm since their debut in 2023.

Michael Bloch - Vocals
Shane Bloch - Vocals
Thomas Avgenicos - Trumpet
Gareth Lewis - Saxophones & Vocals
Matthew Keegan - Trombone
Amanda Yuill - Sousaphone
Tyson Hilder - Drums

VOLANT

18 March 2025

Matthew Ottingnon leads Volant, an undeniably modern quartet drawing inspiration from birds in flight while embodying the giants of John Coltrane and Pharaoh Sanders.

Matthew Ottignon - Composer, Saxophones
Lauren Tsamouras - Piano
Hannah James - Acoustic Bass
Hayley Chan - Drums, Percussion

COAST Quintet

25 March 2025

Sydney based contemporary quintet led by esteemed drummer Paul Derricott are back delivering their third album "Ember".

Peter Koopman (guitar)
Shannon Stitt (keys)
Michael Avgenicos (sax)
Dave Quinn (bass)
Paul Derricott (drums)

Half Nelson

1 April 2025

Playing tunes from many eras of jazz history they can slip from vintage jazz through the romantic era and on into mainstream jazz with little ado.

Sheriden Nelson - Vocals
Jason Nelson - Trombone/Vocals
Mat Woodcock - Trumpet
Carter Smyth - Piano
Andrew Wallace - Double Bass
Tim Evans - Drums

The Subterraneans

8 April 2025

The Subterraneans’ are probably one of the hardest working all originals performing, instrumental bands in Australia.

James Ryan - Saxophone/Flute
Steve Hunter - Electric Bass
Michael Coggins - Guitar
Jack Powell - Drums

Lachlan McKenzie Quintet

15 April 2025

Lachlan McKenzie is a musician who has gained recognition both nationally and internationally for his formidable abilities as a jazz trumpeter and composer.

Lachlan McKenzie - Trumpet
TBC - Tenor Saxophone
Wilbur Whitta - Piano
Jacob Graham - Double Bass
Alex Young - Drums

Queen of Hearts

22 April 2025

The Queen of Hearts is an inspiring all-female band pioneering the fusion of the Mexican Mariachi tradition with their unique contemporary twist.

Bonnie Smith - Guitar/Vocals
Elizabeth Obando - Guitar/Vocals
Rose Kavanagh - Violin/Vocals
Sarah Camp - Trumpet
Vanessa Estrada - Percussion

Mark Murphy Tribute

29 April 2025

The Mark Murphy Tribute Band brings together four of Australia's most accomplished jazz musicians to celebrate the legacy of the iconic vocalist.
Luke Gallan-Vocals
Peter Gray - Bass
Gavin Ahearn - Piano
Toby Hall - Drums
TBC - Horns

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DOORS OPEN 7:30PM
BAND STARTS 8:00PM

Members $20. Non Members $25.
This is a listening event.

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