...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 including a 20min interval.
This is a listening event.
Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult over 25yrs.
Bar open until midnight.
Every Thursday night is a Jazz Jam 8pm-11pm.
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Trio Now ft Sandy Evans and James Greening
4 August 2026
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 – Saxophone
James Greening – Trombone
Dave Pudney – Bass
Greg Johns – Drums
Bernard van Rossum Quartet
11 August 2026
Based in Barcelona, Hispano-Dutch saxophonist and composer performs his 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
Andy Firth's Retro-Swing Band
18 August 2026
Clarinet virtuoso brings together local septet for a night of eclectic jazz from 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
Guy Strazz - Stratofibre
25 August 2026
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
Tilly Street- All At Sea
1 September 2026
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
The Fret Benders
8 September 2026
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
Sphere
15 September 2026
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
James Sherlock & Lillian Albazi Quartet
29 September 2026
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
Double Bass – TBC
Drums – TBC
The O.B.3 Trio ft Gerard Masters and Phoebe Haselden
27 October 2026
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
DOORS OPEN 7:30PM
BAND STARTS 8:00PM
Members $20. Non Members $25.
This is a listening event.
Grand Newcastle. 32 Church Street, Newcastle
