Dale Boaden Trio 8pm tonight at The Ellington

One short year out of the WA Academy of Performing Arts, Dale Boaden has toured WA, supported the Bondi Cigars, worked closely with the Perth Jazz Society giving jazz workshops to various schools across WA, been invited to perform as part of the Jazz Guitar Society of WA annual fundraiser (along side Ray Walker, Cliff Lynton and Hank Marvin) and most recently been invited by the WA Symphony Orchestra to perform with them as they pay tribute to the music of Gershwin. His extensive work as a sideman for various small jazz groups around Perth has seen him gain essential experience on the band stand, in addition to regular performances of his own original music with the Dale Boaden Trio.

The Dale Boaden Trio is a modern, interactive, unique jazz band on the Perth music scene. Performing mainly original music composed my Dale, this group combines the musical personalities of all members to create a bold, energetic sound. In doing so, the Dale Boaden Trio has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting up and coming groups of the year.

“A recent graduate of the highly acclaimed performance institution WAAPA at ECU, Dale has roared onto the jazz scene as a highly accomplished jazz soloist, ensemble guitarist and composer. Watch this space!” – Helen Matthews

Dale Boaden – Guitar
Nick Abbey – Double Bass
Bronton Ainsworth - Drums

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Third birthday bash this weekend at The Ellington

It's a week of threes - we're turning 3, it's a 3 day weekend and we invite you to celebrate with us this weekend with 3 special birthday shows. Ellington co-owner BK is hosting his personal birthday bash on Thursday with Empire and new shows this week from Phil Hatton and the Madhattons and a celebration of the music of Whitney Houston with Amanda Dee (3 shows).

MONDAY 7.00pm Chamber Jam
A night of chamber music in Perth like no other.  Join some of Australia’s leading musicians in three outstanding ensembles performing in one of Perth’s most intimate live music venues. Michael Howell is widely regarded as one of Perth's most talented flautists. For this, his first appearance at Chamber Jam, he has teamed up with three of Perth's leading jazz and rhythm section musicians: the phenomenally talented Fisenden brothers (Andy on drums, and Simon on bass) and Ellington Jazz Club owner, Graham Wood on the grand piano. ISQ is the 'contemporary' version of the Imperial String Quartet. The quartet, comprising some of Perth leading string players, all of whom play in the new Perth Symphony Orchestra, come together to use the string quartet line-up to play music they love, regardless of genre. Adam Pinto performs regularly as a soloist, chamber musician, and with the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra. He has also been recorded for broadcast by the A.B.C. He has performed at many International Arts Festivals, including the Perth International Arts Festival, The Totally Huge New Music Festival, The Government House Ballroom series, and The Port Fairy Spring Classical Music Festival. Tickets at the door

TUESDAY 8.00pm Dale Boaden Trio
The Dale Boaden Trio is a modern, interactive, unique jazz band on the Perth music scene. Performing mainly original music composed my Dale, this group combines the musical personalities of all members to create a bold, energetic sound. In doing so, the Dale Boaden Trio has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting up and coming groups of the year. Nick Abbey (double bass) and Bronton Ainsworth (drums). Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 8.00pm Phil Hatton and the Madhattons
Phil Hatton is a Perth native and was a member of many Perth bands including the Magic Dream Big Band, Nooky Hot Six, Swan City Jazzmen, Fine and Dandy (leader), Downbeat and The Accord before heading to the USA in 1995. He has recently returned to Australia after spending 12 years working as a professional musician and music teacher in the USA where he was a featured artist at over 50 jazz festivals. The Madhattons is the Perth version of the band he lead in the USA, featuring some of Perth’s finest: Kim Anning on guitar; Benn Hodgkin on trumpet; Rob Hyner on piano; Dave Gryl on drums and Mal Mah on bass. The band plays an eclectic mix of jazz featuring, but not exclusively, the rarely heard sound combo of clarinet and guitar in the front line, inspired by the sounds of the Benny Goodman sextet. Other inspirations are the West Coast sounds of the 1950’s as typified by the Dave Pell Octet and the Bebop sounds of Clifford Brown, Zoot Sims, Stan Getz, Horace Silver, etc. Also expect to hear some more contemporary sounds. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 8.00pm BK's Birthday Bash featuring Empire
Empire will return to the Ellington Jazz Club for a special birthday night for BK - one of the Ellington's owners. The 5 piece will bring you the undeniable Empire sound with happening new arrangements with also some ALL original Empire. Empire's performance brings top quality musicianship to mainstream audiences whilst revamping mainstream music for the more accomplished listener who appreciates talent and skill. Vocalist Ryan Thornicroft's impeccably trained voice and incredible ability to improvise provides an energetic front for the water-tight quintet that is Empire. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 8.00pm The Ellington 3rd birthday bash with James Flynn
We are turning 3 - and we'd love you to come along and help us celebrate in style with crooner extraordinaire James Flynn singing a range of choice tunes for your listening pleasure. We'll be in full party mood so expect the unexpected and be ready for a great night out. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 11.30pm A celebration of the music of Whitney Houston with Amanda Dee
Come and celebrate the music of one of the most iconic and celebrated singers of the last 30 years. Guinness World Records cited her as the most-awarded female act of all time. Her awards include two Emmy Awards, six Grammy Awards, 30 Billboard Music Awards, and 22 American Music Awards, among a total of 415 career awards in her lifetime. Houston was also one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 170 million albums, singles and videos worldwide. Houston is the only artist to chart seven consecutive No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 hits ("Saving All My Love for You", "How Will I Know", "Greatest Love of All", "I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)", "Didn't We Almost Have It All", "So Emotional" and "Where Do Broken Hearts Go"). Amanda Dee is a Whitney Houston disciple who cites her as the main reason she started to sing professionally. Joined by an all star band, this show will be a special celebration of a very special artist who sadly left us well before her time. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 8.00pm The Ellington 3rd birthday bash featuring The Ali Bodycoat Quintet
We are turning 3 - and we'd love you to come along and help us celebrate in style with the wonderful Ali Bodycoat singing a range of choice tunes for your listening pleasure. We'll be in full party mood so expect the unexpected and be ready for a great night out. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 11.30pm A celebration of the music of Whitney Houston with Amanda Dee
See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.00pm The Ellington 3rd birthday bash with June Smith and the Apple Band
June is one of Perth's most loved Jazz singers - with the most infectious energy and charisma you will simply love this performance. The Apple band are a combination of the most experienced Jazz players in town so get in early for this one. Joined by husband and long time musical collaborator Lew Smith and Graham Wood (piano), Pete Jeavons (bass) and Mike Perkins (drums). Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 9.30pm A celebration of the music of Whitney Houston with Amanda Dee
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Next week Monday 5th March mUnk
Three diverse musicians come together in an eclectic experimental blend of fusion, jazz, funk and trip-hop all with an infectious groove. Comprised of recording artist, producer and pianist Noah Shilkin, avante-garde bassist and guitarist Mat Lewis and percussion dynamo Leeroy Cummings. mUnk delivers the true spirit of improvisation, elements of surprise and a healthy sense of humour. Click here for tickets

Coming soon:
March 24 Hetty Kate (Melbourne)
March 27 Pierre Bensusan (France)
March 30 Grace Knight (Melbourne)
May 11 & 12 Kristin Beradi (Sydney)
March 25 David Ades (Byron Bay)
April 13, 14 & 15 Paul Grabowsky (Melbourne)
April 22 Liam Burrows (Sydney)
May 2 Mike Stewart (Adelaide)
May 11 & 12 Kristin Beradi (Sydney)
May 27 Barney McAll (NYC)
May 30 & 31 Bob Hirst (NYC)
June 2 Josh Kyle (Melbourne)
June 3 Sean Coffin (Sydney)
June 28 Nadia Ackerman (NYC)

Hot rumors:
Rai Thistlewayte
Hank Marvin
Tim Freedman

Pugsley Buzzard (Sydney) 6.30pm tonight at The Ellington

Prepare to be booglarized by one of Australia`s finest consummate artists. Pugsley Buzzard has performed all over the world from the smoky jazz cellars of Berlin to downtown New Orleans the womb of the blues. Pugsley has dazzled and delighted audiences far wide with his unique blend of dark hoodoo blues, good time rollicking boogie and blazing stride style piano playing in conjunction with his huge mesmerizing voice that can make the ladies sigh and grown men cry. A recipe for loads of fun.

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Trumpet Summit featuring Paddy Fitzallen and Mal Jennings with The South Perth Lions Band 3.00pm today at The Ellington

Paddy Fitzallen and Mal Jennings are two of Australia’s finest traditional/mainstream trumpeters. Paddy made his name in Melbourne in the 1950’s and 60’s as the leader of “Downbeat” and on television in the pioneer days. He was privileged to work with many of the international jazz stars of the day, including Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Mel Torme. He came to Perth 27 years ago after a 15 year stint in Brisbane and a few years in Sydney.

Mal Jennings grew up in Melbourne, Beaufort and Ballarat before moving to Brisbane where he and Paddy became trumpet playing colleagues and friends. Mal is a wonderful player in the tradition of Armstrong, Ruby Braff , Bobby Hacket and the great Australian, Bob Barnard. He has perfomed with many jazz greats including Graeme Bell and Bud Freeman. He came to Perth 3 years ago.

The South Perth Lions Big Band under the direction of Phil Hatton is an enthusiastic group dedicated to music and raising money on behalf of the South Perth Lions Club.

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Howie Morgan Deep Blue Soul - 12.00am tonight at The Ellingt

This five-piece band plays blues and soul with songs from the Chess, Stax, Mercury and Motown labels Muddy Waters, BB King, Robert Cray, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, to Robben Ford, Wilson Pickett, Al Green and Bobby Bland and The Meters. Delivered in a soulful package with stax of mouth watering blues .

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Marnie Kent Quintet 8.00pm tonight at The Ellington

Many local and International audiences have experienced the unique jazz style and awesome sound of Perth Jazz Singer Marnie Kent.

Her mix of jazz originals and standards with a funky edge and her love of latin grooves make for an eclectic cross section of styles.

With her roots firmly in Jazz, it is easy to recognize her love of pop, blues, r’n'b and latin rhythms. Her sound is warm and rich, her style exciting and dynamic.

Her experience, confidence and dynamic stage presence make her an enticing performer.

For the past 16 years Marnie has played in Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast and to international audiences in Singapore, China and Japan.

She has performed at the Kiama Jazz festival (NSW), Wangaratta International Jazz Festival (VIC), Sanctuary Cove Festival of Jazz (QLD), River Festival (QLD) and Fremantle International Jazz Festival(WA).

The mood and repertoire reflect Marnie’s musical taste, delving into New Orleans, Blues and swing. Her scat solos add a contemporary jazz edge as she melds her vocals with the horns. With an awesome band, electric solos and a great vibe, this album will excite jazz lovers.

Marnie Kent has supported Concerts featuring Kenny Burrell, Dale Barlow, Paul Grabowsky, Frank Bennett and Grace Knight and has played residencies in many of Perth’s venues for the past 10 years.

“I consider Marnie to be one of the few genuine singers with a truly creative edge. I have seen Marnie develop both professionally and artistically over recent years, her dedication to her craft is without question.” Helen Matthews.

“One outstanding quality about Marnie is that she is audacious, and because of this, she is versatile. It is not uncommon for Marnie to be singing jazz one night and fronting her own funk soul unit the next week. Marnie will try anything. She personifies the the indelible Australian quality of: “avagoyamug”,, which means quite simply: “go for it”. We’ll all be hearing more about Marnie Kent. Don Gomes.

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Late night groove series featuring Poise 11.30pm tonight at The Ellington

Poise is a vibrant & young duo featuring the talents of Liyana Yusof on lead vocals & Astrid Ripepi on keys & vocals. Having formed this recent musical collaboration, the soulful duo has been wowing audiences at venues around Perth. For this Ellington gig, Poise will bring you the sound of soul, R&B with an emphasis of old school grooves ably backed by a grooving band. This gig will also feature soulful originals written by Liyana Yusof & Astrid Ripepi.
For this particular night Poise will be featuring a SPECIAL GUEST -  B-Sho! He Is a new up and coming young rap artist bringing you the flavours of aussie hip hop.
Liyana Yusof - Vocals
Owen Evans - Guitar
Andy Pearson - Drums
Astrid Ripepi - Keys & Vocals
Joe Powell - Bass

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