...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...
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.
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Rehab Brass Band
17 December 2024
Get your brass injected New Orleans second line funk fix from one of Newcastle's hottest bands.
Dave Thompson - Trumpet/Vocals
Paul Isaacs - Tenor Sax/Vocals
Jeremy Borthwick - Trombone
Graeme Reynolds -Trumpet
Leigh Sherringharn - Sousaphone
James Wyatt - Guitar/Vocals
David Tracey - Drums/Vocals
Zenith Pop Funk
21 January 2025
Making their NIMA debut local band bring pop songs to life with brass, vocals and improvised instrumentation. Expect some funky twist with a whole lot of groove.
Alice Palmer - Vocals
Chad Penfold - Guitar
Alex Brollo - Bass
Tyson Hilder - Dums
Oliver Doyle - Trumpet
Naomi Blanch - Saxophone
Ohh Bee Three
28 January 2025
Dynamic jazz trio will play tunes from Bob Dylan to Hoagy Carmichael, from The Beatles to New Orleans traditional and even the odd original composition. All with a strong focus on ensemble interplay and improvisation.
Aaron "Baz" Flower - Guitar
Matthew Lamb - Double Bass
Toby Hall - Drumkit
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
Brett Hirst - Double Bass
Hamish Stuart - Drums