...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

Jenny Evans, is a jazz singer, one of the best in Europe. Jazz standards and originals are all part of her repertoire. Jenny creates an extremely rich scope of vocal dynamics that ranges interpretation to rough expression.

Jenny Evans – Vocals
Gavin Ahearn- Keys
Lauren White - Double bass

Join guitarist Richard Ashby as he celebrates the release of his newest album, Charlton Road. This album continues to showcase Ashby’s distinctive fusion of blues, funk, soul-jazz, and rock.

Richard Ashby - Guitar
Clayton Doley - Organ
Jeremy Burrows - Bass
Michael Quigley - Drums

Kalakuta Republic plays mostly Afrobeat by the Nigerian Fela Kuti.

Rebekah Parkes - Vocals/Percussion
Ben Ewald - Saxophone
Ingrid Moon -Saxophone
Paul Isaacs-Tenor Sax
Marty Rotolo - Guitar
Fode Mane - Congas
Jim Chapman - Bass
Trystan Eeles - Drums

Multi-instrumentalist Matt Cross takes to the stage to showcase his passion for composing and arrangement.

Matt Cross - Piano/Guitar
Tyson Hilder - Drums
Brandon Yarnold - Bass/Keys

Dynamic ensemble austraLYSIS makes improvised music within and beyond novel process and structural constraints.

Roger Dean - Leader, Piano, Computer
Sandy Evans - Saxophones
Phil Slater - Trumpet
Greg White - Computer, Virtual Instruments

This ‘dynamic’ 13-piece ensemble, sits between the Eastern European Gypsy brass band and jazz big band traditions... a “killer line-up” of Australian jazz and world music royalty.

Raupach’s compositions form the backdrop for a flourishing musical dreamscape that will invite you back to the garden.

Alex Raupach - Trumpet (ACT)
Wilbur Whitta - Piano (SYD)
Jonathan Zwartz - Bass (SYD)
Jack Rosenzweig - Drums (SYD)
Plus special guest artist Flora Carbo - Alto Saxophone (MEL)

Join FARIN'S FUSION QUARTET for an unforgettable night of musical exploration, led by local artist Farin Siddique, whose vocal prowess and storytelling through song captivates audiences.

Farin Siddique - Voice
Heather Price - Bass
Terence Koo - Piano
Ben Barnes - Drums

The Melaleuca Jazz Sextet will perform a selection of well-loved songs featuring Sydney vocalist Melody Beck, and members of the acclaimed Melaleuca Jazz Orchestra.
Melody Beck - Vocals
Stu Vandegraaff - Sax
Lachlan Mckenzie - Trumpet
Casey Golden - Piano
Elsen Price - Bass
Nic Cecire - Drums

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

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