James Shortland Quartet (Melb)
Tue, 02 Feb
|The Grand Hotel
James is back on hometurf to deliver his exciting debut album, 'Emergence', blending his own compositions and jazz standards into a unique voice, backed by his Melbourne-based trio. James Shortland - Double Bass Toby Barrett - Saxophone Miro Lauritz - Piano Paddy Walter - Drums
Time & Location
02 Feb 2027, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Grand Hotel, 32 Church St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
About the Event
“James is part of a very strong generation of young Australian emerging jazz artists, James Shortland’s project will make a significant contribution to the Australian jazz scene’
- Dr Kevin Hunt (Academic Fellow in Jazz and Improvisation SYDNEY CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC)
James Shortland Quartet ★★★★ - The Age, Jess Nicholas, Melbourne Jazz Co-Op Jazzlab 15/06/2025
James Shortland is one of Australia’s most exciting emerging double bassists and jazz artists. Having performed as a sideman alongside some of Australia’s leading jazz musicians, including Dale Barlow, Kevin Hunt, Julien Wilson, Andy Sugg, Warwick Alder, Andrew Dickeson and John Harkins, Shortland has established himself as an active and versatile member of the Australian jazz scene.
Shortland recently released his debut album, Emergence, a deeply personal body of work that exemplifies his honesty and vulnerability as an artist. Through the album, he shares his journey through addiction, offering audiences an intimate insight into his…
Tickets
General Admission
Thank you for supporting musicians and live music. This is a listening event. No refunds or exchanges are available. Doors open at 7.30pm. Band starts at 8pm. Table reservations are not available. Please arrive at 7.30pm to ensure the best seats. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult 25yrs and over. As a registered charity NIMA welcomes donations. Click on the secure link to make a tax deductible donation over $2AUD.... https://www.paypal.com/AU/fundraiser/charity/5629396
$25.00
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