...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

Sydney-based Italian guitarist and composer Stefano Rocco leads this dynamic modern jazz quartet, taking audiences on a journey through introspective, cinematic soundscapes.

Stefano Rocco – Guitar/composer
Nick Southcott – Piano
Winston Weng – Double bass
Nate Griffin – Drums

Don't miss this exciting concert held at Newcastle Conservatorium celebrating the next generation of talented jazz saxophonists in honour of Jacob Neale’s outstanding contribution to jazz and improvised music.

Tickets available via Newcastle Conservatorium: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-jacob

Australian Jazz Icons unite for a night of honesty, humour and beauty. Led by Paul McNamara, expect a journey of musical sound using experimental, free-form improvisation.

Paul McNamara – Keys
Sandy Evans-Sax
James Greening-Trombone
Dave Pudney – Bass
Greg Johns – Drums

Based in Barcelona, Hispano-Dutch saxophonist and composer Bernard van Rossum performing modern jazz compositions weaving global influences from Brazilian folklore to flamenco rhythms.
Bernard van Rossum - tenor sax
Harry Sutherland - piano
Nicklas Jansen - double bass
Abby Constable -drums

Clarinet virtuoso brings together local septet for a night of eclectic jazz spanning all eras.

Andy Firth-Clarinet, alto sax, arrangements
Graeme Reynolds-Trumpet/flugel
Jason Nelson-Trombone/vocals
Gareth Lewis-Baritone Sax
Rachel Hamilton-Piano
Craig Goeldner-Bass
Tyson Hilder-Drums

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
Brendan Berlach - Tenor sax
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
Andrew Wallace – Bass
Dave Richardson – 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
TBC- Double Bass
TBC - Drums

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

Peter Knight leads Melbourne-based quartet creating hypnotic, minimal, groove-based jazz that is fresh and distinctive- spinning their influences into a sound that defies categorisation.

Peter Knight – Trumpet/Electronics
Helen Svoboda – Double Bass/Voice
Theo Carbo – Guitar
Quinn Knight – 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