...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

Master guitarist and Jazz APRA Award winner Guy Strazz  is the composer/arranger for Stratofibre, a quartet that thrives on rhythmic melodic interplay and intuitive interaction.

Guy Strazz – Guitar/Leader
Gerard Masters – Piano
Fiona Lugg – Double Bass
Nic Cecire – Drums

Acclaimed Sydney-based vocalist, songwriter and bandleader Tilly Street will perform her new album "All At Sea" featuring a mix of originals and traditional jazz.

Tilly Street – Vocals
Arthur Washington – Guitar
Andrew Scott – Piano
Max Alduca – Bass
Abby Constable – Drums

Led by Jess Green, four of Australia’s most distinctive guitar voices unite in an electrifying new and unique instrumental quartet weaving a sonic tapestry that is fiery, intimate, and unmistakably Australian.

Jess Green – Guitar
Aaron Flower – Guitar
Ben Hautpmann – Guitar
Guy Strazz – Guitar

Led by Grant Metcalfe, Sphere is Newcastle's long-standing classic jazz sextet that masterfully channels the iconic 'Blue Note and Beyond' era.

Grant Metcalfe – Alto Saxophone
Adam Ferrier – Trumpet
Paul Issacs – Tenor Saxophone
Gavin Ahearn – Piano
Jeremy Burrows – DoubleBass
Tyson Hilder – Drums

Khyal Trio brings together three extraordinary musicians from diverse traditions to create a sound that is both timeless and daringly new.

Sarah Hyland – Vocals
Damian Wright – Flamenco Guitar
Bobby Singh – Tablas/Percussion

Lillian and James are distinguished Naarm/Melbourne based improvisers who will perform their take on jazz classics with a contemporary edge and some originals in the mix.

Lillian Albazi – Vocals
James Sherlock – Guitar
Michael Avgenicos - Tenor Saxophone
Thomas Botting - Double Bass

For one day only, 10 stages across 9 venues in the heart of Midtown, Newcastle West will come alive with over 300 local musicians. NIMA is thrilled to showcase some of our talented jazz musos in collaboration with MARU Hi-Fi.
EarlyBird Tickets on sale now; https://www.westbestblocfest.com

Join a local-legend for a night of jazzy, funky fun and new music Daz has been cooking up in the shed, backed by an all-star band from Sydney.

Daryl Aberhart – Keys/Vox
Harley Coleman – Guitar
Brett Hirst – Double Bass
Nic Cecire – Drums

Newcastle guitar virtuoso is back on home turf after his extensive UK & US tour.

Adam Miller – Guitar
Bass – TBC
Drums – TBC

Local vocalist & composer has an artistry that is a unique blend of soul, folk, and contemporary jazz.

Steph Russell –Vox
Dave Thompson-Trumpet
Ned Olive –Alto sax
Felix Lalanne –Guitar
Matt Thomson – Keys
Brendan Clark – Bass
Ryan Mooney – Drums

Join long-standing Central Coast trio Oh Bee Three as they launch their album, 'Wednesday Night Delights' Part 2.

Aaron “Baz” Flower – Electric Guitar
Matt Lamb – Double Bass
Toby Hall – Drums & Percussion
Featured artists:
Gerard Masters – Keys
Phoebe Haselden – Violin