...NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS...

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

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

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

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
Jeremy Burrows – DoubleBass
Tyson Hilder – 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
Double Bass – TBC
Drums – TBC

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

Local vocalist & composer has an artistry that is a unique blend of soul, folk, and contemporary jazz.

Steph Russell –Vox
Dave Thompson-Trumpet
Ned Olive –Alto sax
Felix Lalanne –Guitar
Matt Thomson – Keys
Brendan Clark – Bass
Ryan Mooney – 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