Aaron Goldberg (NYC) headlines this week at The Ellington

We are extremely pleased to bring you two nights this long weekend from one of the finest pianists in the world - Aaron Goldberg. Also joining us on Thursday for the first time will be French inspired Sydney singer Emma Hamilton. David Dower makes his debut on Wednesday and the lovely Masina Miller will delight you with her tribute to the music of Carole King on Sunday. Remember it's a long weekend and the Ellington will have 8 shows to keep you entertained - but we're closed on Monday.

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. Featuring Caprioska Quartet - an exciting new string quartet comprising of four of Perth’s top female string players. Black Diamond Trio - a fun filled eclectic mix of tangos ranging from fiery Piazzolla to quirky bite sized tasters. Basement Saxx - The Superlative versatility of the saxophone is demonstrated in the hands of student saxophonists from WAAPA and UWA, where classical meets world, jazz and contemporary music.  From delicate sonorities to a ferocious roar, this concert, which features the saxophone band Basement Saxx, will be sure to surprise. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 8.00pm Carl Mackey Quartet

Carl has just returned from three months in Europe, taking some time out and making some in roads into the European scene. This will be his first performance back in Perth under his own name and he is really looking forward to playing The Ellington with this great line-up. "I want to deliver a repertoire that is not reflective of the modern day pressures and expectations that seem to have arisen within the jazz world." Tal Cohen - Piano, Nick Abbey - Bass and Ben Vanderwal - Drums. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 8.00pm David Dower and Tal Cohen double bill

The Ellington presents a double-bill of piano trio: two of Australia’s young piano stars, Tal Cohen & David Dower, perform a set of music each with their respective trios. Pianist David Dower wishes he could sing. But since he can’t, he instead writes music that sings for him on piano. David’s compositions have the lyrical quality of pop music, supported by the richness of jazz harmony. Tal’s unique piano style has its roots in Jewish folk songs and classical music, which he played from a young age growing up in Israel. After relocating to Perth at the age of 16, he took up a music scholarship at Churchlands Senior High School and later pursued studies in jazz improvisation at the prestigious Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 8.00pm Emma Hamilton (Sydney)

Having recently returned from extensively touring throughout Eastern Europe and Russia opening for guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel, singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Emma Hamilton will take to the stage for her first show in Western Australia to share her special blend of French tinged jazz/pop including her own original material as well as French classics. Born to a French mother and an Aussie father, Emma’s natural flair for French music resulted in the 2011 ABC Jazz/Universal release of her debut album “La Musique” which US music guru Van Dyke Parkes claimed to be “a total triumph on so many levels”. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 6.00pm Simon Jeans Trio

Djuna Lee - bass and Ben Vanderwal – drums. The Simon Jeans Trio performs a mix of jazz and Latin standards, rock/pop instrumental covers, and the occasional original composition. Plus some old fashioned jamming. Simon and Ben will also be performing at the Ellington for the PJS Collaboratory Series on Wed Oct 3rd. Bassist extraordinaire Djuna Lee will be presenting her Honours recital at the Ellington Jazz Club on Monday Oct 15th (6:30pm). Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 8.00pm Aaron Goldberg (NYC)

Aaron Goldberg is a pianist and composer performing at the vanguard of jazz music. His new album Home (April 2010, Sunnyside) builds upon his last, Worlds, both exhibiting the sensitivity and dynamism of his longstanding trio featuring Reuben Rogers and Eric Harland. In addition to heading his trio, Aaron has spent the last 12 years touring with many of the most brilliant voices in jazz--Joshua Redman, Wynton Marsalis, Betty Carter, Nicholas Payton, Al Foster, Stefon Harris, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Madeleine Peyroux and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra among others. "Boundless imagination, burning intensity, exquisite sensitivity and abundant soul -- Aaron Goldberg truly has it all. One of the most exciting, inventive, and lyrical pianists you will ever hear." -Joshua Redman. "Aaron Goldberg is a modern improviser of great clarity, finesse, and dexterity. He has a first-class technical command of the piano, a unique rhythmic sophistication, attention to the nuances of thematic development and a penetrating intellect." - Wynton Marsalis. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 11.30pm Tiaryn - Allira Wilson - Meg Mac

This promises to be a smashing performance led by three of our finest singers. The Ellington stage will be set on fire as these three come together for the first time for an exciting display of funk/soul/rnb pyrotechnics. As always, the rhythm section will be white hot and ready to impress you with their outstanding skills. Megan MacInerney, Tiaryn Griggs and Allira Wilson. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 6.00pm Anea Duratovic Trio

Having recently graduated from the prestigious Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, Anea Duratovic is back to perform for you tonight at the Ellington. Anea is fast becoming one of Perth’s finest jazz vocalist’s. Since the age of 4, Anea has been passionately involved with music, starting early in life on piano and then developing into a vocalist. After many successful performances at the Ellington, as well as other performances at the Perth Jazz Society and Fremantle Jazz club, Anea is quickly becoming known on Perth’s jazz scene. Anea is also currently a member of the Western Australian Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO), which has concerts regularly around town including at the Perth Concert Hall and Heath Ledger Theatre. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 8.00pm Aaron Goldberg (NYC)

See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 11.30pm Tiaryn

Tiaryn is Perth's pop-pianist, singer/songwriter sensation - now residing in Melbourne. An engaging artist who leaves audiences in awe, Tiaryn prides herself on striving to write completely original lyrics & catchy melodies, conjuring imagery of timeless stories like lost & found love whilst also aiming to surprise the listener with quirky and peculiar lyrics such as in her songs “My Big Bird” and “Banana Man”. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.00pm Masina Miller Tribute to the music of Carole King - Tapestry

Perth based ‘Sensational Body & Soul’ singer Masina Miller is endeavoring to keep her ever growing audience intrigued  & delighted with her versatile singing style. This time round Masina will be escorting you on a colorful musical journey through the 1971 ‘Tapestry’ Album by the legendary Carole King. Masina believes that keeping true to King’s style is ‘essential’ if one wishes to embrace the tender moments that each of her songs bring. With a strong rhythm section & special guest background vocalist Mandi Windus, this night will be a night you wont forget! You’ve got a friend, Way over Yonder, Smack water Jack, Will you still love me tomorrow are just a few of the many songs that will be performed on this special evening. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 10.00pm Empire with Danny Martin

Standby as two powerhouse musical forces join up for a special late night Sunday long-weekend special. An Ellington favorite, Empire is joined by the one and only soul master Danny Martin in what promises to be an awesome late Sunday show at The Ellington. Monday is a public holiday so what better way to spend a Sunday night than grooving with this amazing lineup!! Click here for tickets

Monday 1st October - Closed

Coming soon:

October 6 Tiaryn (Melbourne)

October 7 Sean Coffin (Sydney)

October 17 & 19 Simon Barker (Sydney)

October 20 Elly Hoyt (Melbourne)

October 26 Mark Wilkinson (Sydney)

October 27 & 28 The Lighthouse Trio (UK)

November 14 Scottie Miller (USA)

November 15 Catherine Traicos and Philip Everall 

November 29 Steve Tallis (Paris)

December 8 (6pm & 9pm) Tim Freedman's Fireside Chat 

December 12 Mark Lockett Trio (Sydney)

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Gian Slater headlines this week at The Ellington

The sublime sounds of Melbourne based Gian Slater will mesmerise you this weekend as her and Jamie Oehlers launch their new CD - The Differences. Also some great new shows including Daramad (Wednesday), Juliana Areias - Jazz Brazil Show (Thursday), Harry Mitchell (Friday early) and Beatle Jazz on Sunday.

MONDAY 7.00pm Song Lounge

Presented by North Street Music, Song Lounge features a selection of Australia's leading singer-songwriters together for an evening of wine, tapas and storytelling. Featuring Nyanda J - Don't let her petite frame fool you, her voice is a force to be reckoned with. Kate Gilbertson - Her warm, fresh folk sound likens her to artists like Laura Marling, Bob Dylan and Regina Spektor with her lyrical mind and nature. Kenji Kitahara - His inspirations range from The Beatles, Eric Clapton, Foo Fighters, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Neil Young, Jeff Buckley to name a few. Toby - Toby does not stop touring the world. She also doesn't seem to stop bringing out fantastic albums! This evening launches her brand new live acoustic album "Coming Home". Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 8.00pm John Septimus Roe Jazz

The John Septimus Roe ACS Senior Jazz Band invite you to join them at the Ellington for a night full of Swing, Funk, Soul and Latin delights. The band, consisting of over 20 members of the school, contains some of the brighter young prospects of the Perth Jazz Scene. This show will help showcase their talent, and provide a wonderful nights entertainment for those who witness it. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 8.00pm Daramad

In the Persian classical tradition the term Daramad refers to the process of beginning, appearing or emerging. Daramad, emerged during a series of "Freeform" improvised concerts aimed at bringing musicians of different cultural and musical backgrounds. Daramad explores the confluence of the music of the middle east and improvised jazz, drawing on their diverse cultural backgrounds and improvisational skills to perform predominantly original repertoire, as well as innovative arrangements of tunes by composers of the Arabic world. Reza Mirzaei - Baglama & Guitar, Saeed Danesh - Tombek, Daf & various Percussion, Michael Zolker - Oud & Eastern Percussion, Tara Tiba - Vocals, Mark Cain - Saxophone & various Reed and Kate Pass - Double Bass. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 8.00pm Juliana Areias - Jazz Brazil Show 

As the name suggests, the concert showcases Juliana's singular sense of rhythm, authentic musicality and interpretation of bossa & samba classics, meeting contemporary Brazilian Popular Music & original favorites, in an explicit jazz format, context and perspective. The audience is invited to join this dynamic synergy created by the encounter of these two syncopated musical  universes, so harmoniously dissonant, amalgamated & contrasting , intuitive & precise at the same time. Tal Cohen, Bronton Ainsworth, Robin Murray and Shameem Taheri Lee. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 6.00pm Harry Mitchell Trio

Join us for the Ellington debut for a very talented young pianist who has been making waves at WAAPA and on the local gig scene. Joined by Ash De Neef (bass), Pete Evans (drums) and special guest Sean Little (sax). Certainly a new and exciting talent worth checking out. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 8.00pm Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers CD Launch - The Differences

Two of Australia’s most recognised and awarded jazz talents, vocalist Gian Slater and saxophonist Jamie Oehlers, have been collaborating on various projects over the past 5 years. In February this year they entered the studio with their regular Melbourne based rhythm section of Paul Grabowsky, Ben Robertson and Dave Beck to record an album of Gian’s originals, as well as some of their uniquely arranged covers from artists as diverse as Paul Simon and Rodgers and Hart. This is a sublime album that combines their unique talents; Gian’s hauntingly beautiful, original and sometimes minimalistic voice and Jamie’s firebrand intensity and virtuosity. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 11.30pm Late night groove series featuring Astrid Ripepi and Solomon Pitt

This exclusive gig, old school soul, R&B & funk music will be brought to you featuring Solomon Pitt & Astrid Ripepi on lead vocals. Four of the hottest musicians in Perth are supporting the two soulful singers in the rhythm section starting with Sean Phillips on drums, Simon Fisenden - Bass, Harry Winton - Guitar & Lewis Moody on keys. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 6.00pm Freddie Grigson Quartet

Come check out one of Australia’s finest guitarists performing with his new quartet : Tal Cohen (piano) , Karl Florisson (bass) and Jacob Evans (drums) whom all feature on Freddie's recently released album "Past and Present". Freddie has worked with numerous jazz luminaries throughout the years and is currently lecturing at the Jazz Department at WAAPA. His seminal CD, Blue Zone that was recorded a few years ago, still packs a punch, as do his live performances. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 8.00pm Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers CD Launch - The Differences

See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 11.30pm Elise Lynelle

Born and raised Perth local, Elise Lynelle presents her debut Ellington show. With her own unique style and charisma, she carries the influences of Motown, blues and soul. She will be accompanied by the finest musicians the city has to offer. She is without doubt, an exceptional natural talent with a flair for all things RnB, Soul and Funk. Elise's vocal sounds will transform and delight your senses as she takes you on a musical journey featuring a blend of classic songs, mixed with exciting new repertoire. A new talent on The Ellington stage that will make you sit up and listen!! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.00pm Beatle Jazz - The Blue Monk quartet with special guest Melissa Skinner

All Beatles tunes, some twisted and rearranged, others left relatively unscathed. Kim and Mel will sing some songs individually and also combine  for some harmony as well as playing some instrumental versions of some of the Beatles greatest tunes. You’ll hear some early hits like “Can’t Buy Me Love” in 5/4 and “And I Love her” right through to more recent tunes from Abbey Road and the White Album like “Dear Prudence”, “Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except for Me and My Monkey” and a couple of John Lennon songs. Kim and Mel will be joined by Phil Hatton (Clarinet/Tenor), Manoli Vouyoucalos (Bass) and Ben Vanderwal (Drums). Click here for tickets

MONDAY September 24, 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. Featuring Caprioska Quartet, Black Diamond Trio and Basement Saxx. Click here for tickets

Coming soon:

September 27 Emma Hamilton (Sydney)

September 28 & 29 Aaron Goldberg (NYC)

October 6 Tiaryn (Melbourne)

October 7 Sean Coffin (Sydney)

October 17 & 19 Simon Barker (Sydney)

October 20 Elly Hoyt (Melbourne)

October 26 Mark Wilkinson (Sydney)

October 27 & 28 The Lighthouse Trio (UK)

November 14 Scottie Miller (USA)

November 15 Catherine Traicos and Philip Everall 

November 29 Steve Tallis (Paris)

December 8 (6pm & 9pm) Tim Freedman's Fireside Chat 

December 12 Mark Lockett Trio (Sydney)

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Sarah McLeod headlines this week at The Ellington

Singer songwriter Sarah McLeod leads one of Australia's most iconic rock bands –The Superjesus - and will be joining us for two special acoustic shows this Saturday. We also welcome back Prita Grealy from Berlin and debut new shows from Joe McKee, Morgan Bain, Cheryl Durong and Nick Di Gregorio. Another show worth catching is the father of indo-jazz Arthur Gracias on Sunday.

MONDAY September 10, 7.00pm Joe McKee

Before he heads back to Europe for more touring and recording, Joe McKee is playing one last fare-thee-well show. His debut solo album, Burning Boy, has garnered some tasty critical acclaim over the past few months. It's a bold shift for McKee. Gone is the pulsing rhythm section so often omnipresent in his previous work with SNOWMAN, replaced by a breathy and somewhat unexpected baritone. Cuts like Open Mine, a loose mediation on Western Australia’s recent mining boom, and the brooding title track show a vulnerability and lyrical dexterity seen for the first time here. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 8.00pm Morgan Bain

A unique and gifted singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist based in Perth,  BAIN has known all his life that music was his calling. His song writing is insightful, powerful and emotive, matched with a voice beyond his years that has resulted in a Category Win in the 2011 WAM Song of the Year along with Semi Final status in the International Songwriting Competition for his track "Unkind". With his high energy guitar playing, captivating raw performances and a sensibility that showcases his skills in the roots/blues genre, his talent is unmistakable. After a sell out launch of his much acclaimed debut EP 'Another Day' and recent support for COLD CHISEL at their only WA show, BAIN is definitely one to watch! Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 8.00pm Lightly Salted Slightly Sweet – Cheryl Durong and Nick Di Collaboration

Alto saxophonist Cheryl Durongpisitkul and guitarist Nicholas Di Gregorio have been experimenting with and work-shopping each other’s original material over the last two years. Both originally from Melbourne but only having met through WAAPA, this will be the first time they present their shared work to an audience. Although they both have individual writing styles both share the same interest in experimenting with complex rhythmic and harmonic structures without diminishing the melodic integrity of their tunes. Joining them will be Bronton Ainsworth on drums and Robin Murray on double bass. This show will be the first of many collaborations for Cheryl and Nick. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 8.00pm Prita Grealy (Berlin)

After supporting Simply Red & Marcia Hines on their last ever tour in Australia, Prita re-located to Europe Nov ’11, settling in Berlin, and has been busy touring Europe and the UK, releasing her 4th independent CD, gaining airplay on radio stations, and reviews in the press internationally. Prita’s unique sound is ‘Hip-So-Fo’. It combines her love of Hip-Hop, Soul and Folk with the use of a live loop pedal and effortlessly layers funky urban harmonies, acoustic fingerpicking guitar and beat boxing. Prita’s songwriting is both storytelling and Jazzy, with her big bluesy soulful voice and a natural ear for harmony; she has been likened to KT Tunstall, Tracy Chapman and Norah Jones. Special guests Lucy Peach and Minky G. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 6.00pm Jade-Lori Crompton Trio

Don't miss one of our favourite singers as she returns for the early Jazz show as  she once again makes a splash with the sultry and bluesy tones reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holliday and Sarah Vaughan. Her voice is said to be coloured by heartfelt Gospel tones, syrup smooth R&B, and playful melodies reminiscent of childhood Jazz influences. She will be accompanied this evening by bass (TBA) and Graham Wood on piano. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 8.00pm Natalie Gillespie

Natalie Gillespie is a female singer songwriter whose powerful songs take us on a journey many miles deep. Having recorded and toured nationally and internationally with Yothu Yindi, she is currently working on her second solo album. Natalie is a powerful performer and a passionate storyteller with a universal message of struggle, hope and joy. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear this world class performer at one of Australia's finest live music venues - enjoy the ride. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 11.30pm Late night groove series featuring Danny Martin

Get on down to check out the soul master himself - Mr. Danny Martin. Headlining bands such as Bootyjuice, Detour and a range of funky late night soul session at The Ellington, Danny Martin is the Real McCoy when it comes to quality vocals and funky grooves. Don't miss what promise to be an extraordinary show. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 6.00pm Sarah Mcleod (Sydney)

Sarah McLeod grew to fame as the lead singer of one of this country’s most iconic rock bands – The Superjesus and has become one of Australia’s most diverse and powerhouse songwriters and performers - multi award winning, double platinum selling, and all-round media favourite. Cementing herself as one of the country’s great rock chicks, she has continued to carve a name for herself within the international spotlight. Fueled by a musical curiosity, recent highlights in her career have seen her become a revered artist, performer, songwriter, and producer, who can comfortably nestle in amongst the realms of genres of rock, pop, and dance, acoustic on a global scale. As well as her awards for her rock contributions… she has also achieved two BBC Radio 1 supported UK hits with her single 'He Doesn’t Love You' which spent 40 weeks at #1 in Eastern Europe and also hit the Australian ARIA club chart #1. 'White Horse' which hit the UK Official Club Chart #8, and spent 19 weeks in the top 20 of the US Billboard dance charts and was aired across US radio networks, which saw her being the only Australian artist other than Kylie Minogue to achieve this. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 9.00pm Sarah Mcleod (Sydney)

See 6.00pm listing. Click here for tickets 

SATURDAY 11.30pm Jana Chanelle and The Prescription

Jana Chanelle & The Prescription are bringing back old school funk and soul for a big night at The Ellington Jazz Club. Featuring the sensational talent of young vocalist Jana Chanelle and the flavorful sounds of her 4 piece band, Jana Chanelle & The Prescription ensure you a groovin' good time. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.00pm The Arthur Gracias Indojazz Quartet

The Father of Indojazz explores the global sounds of Jazz with its rhythmic intricacies and tonal colours. Indojazz is the integration of two improvisational forms Indian  Ragas and rhythms with contemporary jazz harmonies . An expression of freedom, about building bridges between nations, cultures and people. Arthur is an Internationally acclaimed Guitarist, Keyboardist and composer of award winning documentaries and feature films such as Beyond The Himalayas (music from Central Asia) Patang, Gudia, Dekha and Yatra with film maker Gautam Ghosh and “Night in the Twelfth Year” (an Indo Italian production by Sergio Scappagini) he is a dedicated musician having performed with legendary musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Steve Lacy, Steve Potts, Ustad Nanku Maharaj, Ustad Sabir Khan, Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya and Pandit Tanmoy Bose. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 17th September 7.00pm Song Lounge

Presented by North Street Music, Song Lounge features a selection of Australia's leading singer-songwriters together for an evening of wine, tapas and storytelling. Featuring Kate Gilbertson, Kenji Kitahara and Toby. Click here for tickets

Coming soon:

September 21 & 22 Gian Slater (Melbourne)

September 27 Emma Hamilton (Sydney)

September 28 & 29 Aaron Goldberg (NYC)

October 6 Tiaryn (Melbourne)

October 7 Sean Coffin (Sydney)

October 17 & 19 Simon Barker (Sydney)

October 20 Elly Hoyt (Melbourne)

October 26 Mark Wilkinson (Sydney)

October 27 & 28 The Lighthouse Trio (UK)

November 14 Scottie Miller (USA)

November 15 Catherine Traicos and Philip Everall 

November 29 Steve Tallis (Paris)

December 8 (6pm & 9pm) Tim Freedman's Fireside Chat 

December 12 Mark Lockett Trio (Sydney)

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This week at The Ellington

It's spring at The Ellington and we have 12 great shows for you to choose from. The students at Christ Church Grammar kick off proceedings tonight and we feature new shows from Talya Valenti (Tuesday), Perth Jazz Society (Wednesday), Jade Diary (Thursday), The Gonzo trio (Friday) and the return of Helen Matthews for a rare performance on Sunday. 

MONDAY 3rd September 6.30pm Christ Church Jazz

No fewer than four ensembles boasting 45 young jazz musicians from Christ Church Grammar School will take to the stage at The Ellington. The evening, enabling young jazz talent to experience performing at a world-class professional jazz venue, will see the schools Jazz Combo, Jazz II, Jazz I and Saxophone Ensemble perform a range of the jazz repertoire that promises to be an evening of great playing and fun music from some of the youngest jazz players in the State. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 8.00pm Talya Valenti

Drummer Talya Valenti will play her debut gig as a leader performing her own originals and arrangements for the first time, inspired by her travels to India and New York this year. The group will also play some standards and modern jazz tunes. Joining her will be talented local musicians Carl Mackey- Saxophone, Tal Cohen - Piano and Robin Murray- Bass. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 8.00pm The Perth Jazz Society presents The Collaboratory with Graham Wood and Tal Cohen

Join the PJS on the first Wednesday of each month at The Ellington to see fresh and exciting collaborations between established local musicians. This new PJS series will see established artists exercise their creative muscles, performing music in interesting and unusual combinations. Get ready to see the best in a whole new way. Graham Wood (piano/Rhodes) plus Tal Cohen (piano/Rhodes). The wonderful sound of two keyboard instruments together in performance is too rare a thing. Come and witness the beautiful blend of a real rhodes with a grand piano in the hands of two of WA's finest musicians - established jazz man Graham Wood and brilliant rising talent Tal Cohen. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 7.30pm Jade Diary Album Launch

Jade Diary is a singer-songwriter of atmospheric indie pop with touches of fantasy and melancholy. X-Press Magazine wrote in June 2012, “Every now and then a new voice with fresh attitude arrives on the acoustic-pop scene. That voice is here within the soul of Jade Diary.” To find out more about her please see http://www.jadediary.com She is launching her debut album, ‘Mermaid’ and will be joined by gifted singer-songwriters Elk Bell and Ezereve. Support acts from 8pm Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 6.00pm The Gonzo Trio

Come along and join Perth's very own Jazz gonzo - Ben Vanderwal as he takes you through an eclectic and diverse musical experience with two very fine musical colleagues. Gonzo journalism is a style of journalism that is written without claims of objectivity, often including the reporter as part of the story via a first-person narrative. This will be transferred into a musical context with an absurdly subjective performance. The early trio set will not be the same after Gonzo the Great (our resident daredevil performan) takes the stage. Tom O'Halloran - piano, Ben Vanderwal - drums and James Sandon - bass. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 8.00pm Melody Whittle and Howie Morgan SOULTOWN

Howie Morgan & Melody Whittle are pleased to present a very soulful night - SoulTown. With hits from the Motown, Atlantic, Chess and Stax record collections featuring favourites from Otis Redding, Aretha franklin, Marvin Gaye, Etta James, Wilson Pickett, Ray Charles and many more, this is an event that will take you back to the cigar Chompin’ Foot Stompin’ 60s & 70’s with a stella band line up to boot. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 11.30pm Late Night Groove Series featuring Solomon Pitt

The eclectically soulful Solomon Pitt  was raised singing in church (and still sings there to this day) with a musical family. He has a diverse range of influences from classic Gospel artists like CeCe Winans and Alvin Slaughter right through to classic rock, reggae and r&b artists such as Fleetwood Mac, Bob Marley and Boyz II Men. In recent years, Solomon has performed at venues in and around Perth with some of the city’s best musicians. Growing up making music and writing songs became natural and he continues to do so today both in Perth and overseas. A unique soulful voice, encompassing heart and energy, Solomon will take you on a journey through a world of r&b and neosoul grooves for unforgettable real urban experience. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 6.00pm Penny King Trio

This stylish and sophisticated singer has been performing with her band since 1996, and is as well known to those in the know for her passionate and evocative stage presence as she is for her diverse arrangements of standards and contemporary tunes alike. Described as a ‘sumptuous storyteller’, you will find Penny on stage with the finest jazz men the country has to offer. Any given show will take you on an eclectic journey, reflecting her wide range of influences, from Billie Holiday to Beady Belle, Duke Ellington to Kurt Elling, Joni Mitchell to Bjork, and all stops in between. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 8.00pm Allira Wilson and Jamie Oehlers Quintet

Allira Wilson is quickly emerging as one of Western Australia’s greatest young talents, whose musical approach has been described as “brave and raw as it is supple and intricate”.  Allira has performed at many venues including the Ellington Jazz Club, with performances under her own name and also with the jazz band Blowfish, with Jamie Oehlers - Winner of the 2003 World Saxophone Competition and 2007 Australian Jazz Artist of the Year, Jamie Oehlers performs in a quartet setting that is in high demand at gigs and festivals around Australia and the world. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 11.30pm Meg Mac and The Squeeze

Meg Mac & the Squeeze bring you a sensual mix of old school soul and uptown funk, featuring the formidable talent of young starlet Megan McInerney and a powerhouse three-piece horn section, The Squeeze guarantee a juicy good time. Solid enough groove to provide an embarrassing moment for the best of us, come down and get your late night squeeze with Meg Mac & The Squeeze. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 3.00pm WAYJO Swingin' Sundays

The WA Youth Jazz Orchestra once again celebrates the success of our talented alumni with the 2012 installment of Swingin’ Sundays. This year’s performance features the WAYJO Swing Band along with some of the most respected saxophonists in the national and international jazz community. Roger Garrood started his musical training in the 1950's whilst in the British military and he has been playing jazz ever since. Roger spent more than 20 years of directing the Swing Band with WAYJO, finishing up in 2011. In this concert, Roger’s contribution to WAYJO will be recognised with a special commissioned piece written by WAYJO’s current Artistic Director, Mace Francis. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.00pm Helen Matthews Quartet 

Helen has been a cornerstone of the Australian Jazz scene for over 40 years. She is one of the most experienced and respected singers and the mover and shaker in the Perth Jazz industry. She has been recognized as one of Australia's finest Jazz singers for some time". So said Jim McLeod, ABC radio presenter of Jazztrack, when reviewing Helen's first CD, A Long Time Coming in 1993. From her earliest days with JT and the Jazzmen, a National Television series ABCTV - Helen Matthews with a Little Help from her Friends in 1971 to her performances with many Australian Jazz luminaries, James Morrison, Don Burrows, Dale Barlow, Judy Bailey, Kerrie Biddell and many others. She has also appeared with many International artists, Stephane Grappelli, Rod McKuen, Ronnie Scott, Woody Herman, Dave McKenna and US trumpet bebop artist, Red Rodney. Joined this evening by The Graham Wood Trio. Click here for tickets

MONDAY September 10, 7.00pm Joe McKee

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Coming soon:

September 15 (6pm and 9pm) Sarah Mcleod (Sydney)

September 21 & 22 Gian Slater (Melbourne)

September 27 Emma Hamilton (Sydney)

September 28 & 29 Aaron Goldberg (NYC)

October 17 & 19 Simon Barker (Sydney)

October 20 Elly Hoyt (Melbourne)

October 26 Mark Wilkinson (Sydney)

October 27 & 28 The Lighthouse Trio (UK)

November 14 Scottie Miller (USA)

November 29 Steve Tallis (Paris)

December 8 (6pm & 9pm) Tim Freedman's Fireside Chat 

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