Monday, June 24, 2013

This week at The Ellington

Stand by for another great week of music with a taste of Classical Monday, Country/Jazz on Tuesday, Soul on Wednesday, Contemporary Jazz Thursday and a weekend full of musical treats. Also don't forget our night cap sessions on Wednesday and Thursday evening - featuring an array of interesting late night Jazz treats!!!

MONDAY 7.00pm Chamber Jam

Chamber Jam @ The Ellington is 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 Karijini String Trio - Susannah Williams (violin), Kathy Corecig (viola), Tim South (cello). Triage - Sara Duhig (Violin), Jessica Andrew (Clarinet), Craig Dalton (Piano). And last but not least Mixt’ - Matt Styles (Saxophone), Adam Pinto (Piano), Paul Tanner (Percussion). Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Ben Vanderwal's Tuesday Night Twang

Imagine a world where berets and overalls could be worn together and socially accepted in public. If this world needed a soundtrack this would be the band for it. Tuesday night Twang is the sound of Jazz mixed with Country music, the sounds of the metropolis mixed in with the sounds emanating from the truck cab. With a focus on everything plucked, this ensemble features influences range from Willie Nelson, Ornette Coleman, Neil Young, Sufjan Stevens to Levon Helm. It'll be a night of Jazz through the country filter and country through the Jazz sieve. The twang guarantee to provide a finger picking, toe tapping, chord strummin tuesday for all music lovers. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm Ceelay - Soulman

Originating from a musical theatre background in NZ, Ceelay made the move to Australia to pursue a musical career. This show is the culmination of all his hard work, where he has sung with Ellington Regulars Jade Crompton, Ms Paula (The Voice Au) & Astrid Ripepi. He has also led Motown shows at Devilles Pad with the Perth Funk Club House Band. Tonight you will enjoy his debut show at The Ellington singing what he loves the most - SOUL! Songs from Motown, Stax Records, Luther Vandross, Stevie Wonder and much more. This mid week show will set the mood and help you get through hump day (wednesday) easily and have you humming tunes for the rest of the week. Ceelay - Lead Vocals, Astrid Ripepi - Backing Vocals, Paula Parore - Backing Vocals, Joe Southwell - Bass, Ethan Darnell - Drums, Matt Schmalkucher - Keys and Trevor Jalla - Guitar. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

THURSDAY 7.00pm Tom O'Halloran Trio

From modern swinging jazz through to ambient slow landscapes. Use of electronics that morph and become burning fast jazz tempos. Intricate Latin influenced compositions slow down to become intimate ballads. Such practice is commonplace for three musical brothers that have built an intriguing creative language between them via countless performances. Now audiences are starting to take notice how extremely listenable and melodic their sound is - while also fuelled with very strong grooves and a live emotional intensity. The Tom O’Halloran Trio individually and collectively have played alongside some of the big names in jazz; James Morrison, Geoffrey Keezer, Dale Barlow and Michel Legrand - and are now making some of their own waves. Tomo O'Halloran - Piano, Pete Jeavons - Bass and Daniel Susnjar - Drums. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

FRIDAY 7.00pm 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 10.30pm Samba Social Club - Marcio Mendes and Friends 

*** Tables removed for dancing so no table bookings available for this show. These guys play samba, the rhythms of North East Brazil and everything in between. Blending electronic sounds with acoustic vibrancy, these two have a natural chemistry that is infectious. Marcio Mendes - Marcio hails from Sau Paulo, Brazil's largest city. He has  played  music professionally since his early 20’s and has performed with highly respected names of the Brazilian music scene such as Djavan and also famous samba and pagode bands from Brazil such as Mundo do Samba, Arte Popular and Negritude Junior. He has entertained crowds as large as 100 thousand people in Brazil, Europe and Australia with artists such as Leandro Learte and the pianist Tania Maria. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Ali Bodycoat Quintet

Ali Bodycoat has been performing professionally in the Jazz scene throughout venues in Western Australia since 1995 with her Trio, Quartet and Quintet. Ali has performed at the Perth Jazz Society, Jazz Fremantle, Perth and Fremantle Festivals and worked consistently in Musical Theatre with yellow glass theatre inc since studying at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts in 2002. Ali has held a trio residency with Graham Wood and other venerable Perth Jazz musicians such as Sam Anning, Dane Alderson and Carl Mackey at the Subiaco Hotel for thirteen years, supported Vince Jones, Grace Knight and Marcia Hynes and consistently works with the state’s top Jazz Musicians.
Recent shows have received critical acclaim including Minor Major Marlene - based on the work of Marlene Dietrich and Franklin - a tribute to Aretha Franklin. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Tribute to Jamiroquai with Solomon Pitt

*** SOLD OUT - upstairs available online. The impeccably soulful Solomon Pitt joins forces with the energetic funk of Empire - featuring the Imperial Horns and special guests to bring you a tribute to the best of Jamiroquai! Since the early 90’s Jamiroquai has been entertaining millions and influencing music lovers everywhere with their unique brand of British jazz funk and acid jazz. With chart topping hits from Virtual Insanity to Cosmic Girl – it’s no wonder they’ve sold over 40 million albums worldwide! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Random Act

Sunday giving you the blues? Get ready to dance the night away to the strains of the intoxicating musical selections of Random Act. Random Act return to The Ellington brighten your Sunday with their eclectic mix of funk, soul, rock and jazz. This time around we bring you a mix of old and new favourites and a surprise or two…perhaps even an original….you'll have to come on down to find out! Prepare to be seduced by the alluring vocals of Katie Hodgkin and blown away by stellar talents of emerging young artists Tyler Michie (drums) and Tom Dalby (guitar). Revel in the gutsy horn stylings of Luci Anderson (alto/baritone sax) Ivan Shaw (tenor sax) and special guest Robbie Bresland (trumpet). Get into the groove with Dave Cohen (keys) and Geoff Connor (bass). A perfect way to groove away a lazy Sunday evening. Click here for tickets

MONDAY July 1st 7.00pm Christ Church Jazz

The Christ Church Grammar School Music Department is proud to present the annual CCGS Jazz Night at Ellington Jazz Club, Beaufort St, Northbridge at 7.00pm, Monday July 1st 2013. The concert will feature large ensembles to smaller groups including Jazz Band 1, Jazz Band 2, Saxophone Ensemble and Jazz Combo and special guest singer and instrumentalists from St. Hilda’s College. Don’t miss this great night of very talented musicians playing hot jazz and cool blues music in the world class venue of Perth’s Ellington Jazz Club! Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

July 5th Grace Knight (Melbourne) 
July 19 & 20 Matthew Jodrell (NYC)
July 28 - August 11 A Saucy Little Secret 
August 23 & 24 Alison Wedding (NYC)
August 27 & 28 Gregory Porter (USA)

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Book your function at The Ellington - email: functions@ellingtonjazz.com.au

Monday, June 17, 2013

This week at The Ellington

Be sure to catch a show or two from this weeks exciting program of music. A special Song Lounge this evening will feature Hip-Hop artists, followed by three great tribute shows from Joe Southwell, Jamie Oehlers and Lauren Lucille. Rounding out a big weekend will be the return of Sarah McLeod on Sunday with two unplugged shows for your listening pleasure.

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. This month we are featuring a unique showcase of Hip-Hop artists with a newcomer from the USA, singer-songwriter, Maria McClean to open the evening,DVS (David Vincent Smith), The Apprentice and SeastaChani. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Joe Southwell and Friends Present the music of STING

During his time as the bassist and lead singer of the Police and then his various ventures as a solo artist, Sting has continued to intrigue and surprise. His memorable music and engaging lyrics tell tales of love, charm, tragedy and adventure, leading to his recognition as one of the great songwriter’s of our time. Bassist Joe Southwell brings together some of Perth’s finest musicians to explore and reinterpret some of his works. Journeying through famous hits from the Police era to some of his solo gems, this will be a magical evening of enchantment and subtlety. Featuring the amazing talents of Rhys Wood on vocals and harmonica, Russell Holmes on piano, Carl Mackey on saxophone, Mike Perkins on drums and Joe Southwell on double and electric bass. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm Jamie Oehlers Quartet - A tribute to John Coltrane

Jamie Oehlers, one of Australia’s premier jazz saxophonists, presents the music of probably the best known saxophonist in jazz music history, John Coltrane. Coltrane’s music ranges from  beautiful, haunting ballads and tone poems, to highly energetic and powerful modal improvisations. Expect tunes like Naima, Resolution (from A Love Supreme), Dear Lord and Central Park West, played by some of the most artistic and creative musicians in Australia.Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

THURSDAY 7.00pm An Evening with Nina and Lauren

It's been 10 years since the incredible and intense singer/pianist Nina Simone left this earth and left a legacy like no other. After a sold out show in Brisbane, and shows in Sydney and Melbourne, Lauren Lucille and her quartet are bringing the show to Perth and paying tribute to Nina at The Ellington on Wednesday the 20th of June from 7.30pm. Joined by Tal Cohen on piano, Pete Jeavons on Bass and Daniel Susnjar on drums, it's sure to be an incredible night of the music and stories of Dr Simone! Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

FRIDAY 7.00pm Penny King Quintet

After a busy few months, including a feature spot at the inaugural ‘Perth International Jazz Festival’, Penny is back at her favourite venue with her incredible band.  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. Featuring Carl Mackey – saxophone, Tom O’Halloran – piano, Pete Jeavons – bass and Michael Perkins – drums. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm Dd Soul featuring Bindhu Holavanahalli

Dd Soul will be gracing the Ellington stage once again playing a combination of R&B, Pop, funk, Blues tunes. Fronting Dd Soul will be Bindhu Holavanahalli. Come down and enjoy the fine drinks and food menu the Ellington Jazz Club has to offer. Along with some entertaining music and great vibes, it will be a great night out!!! Vocals – Bindhu Holavanahalli, Keys – Norberto Flamenco, Guitar - Owen Hopwood, Bass – Dario Jiritano, Drums – Daine Spowart, Trumpet – Sam Timmerman, Tenor Sax – Amy Salter and Alto Sax – Tom Greble. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Libby Hammer Quintet

A favourite among Perth audiences and musicians alike, jazz vocalist Libby Hammer brings an explosion of energy, vocal style and personality to the Ellington stage. Along with a top notch quartet, Libby delivers fun yet dramatic interpretations of a repertoire that stretches from classic to quirky. Click here for tickets 

SATURDAY 10.30pm Late Night Groove Series Presents Why Georgia 

Fresh from their debut on the Ellington Stage, Why Georgia? is welcomed back to the main stage for your Saturday Late Night Groove!  'Why Georgia?'  is one of the newest up and coming sensations to emerge out of Perth. 19 year old Georgia Reed's career took to a new level when she appeared on Season 1 of the highly anticipated phenomenon 'The Voice Australia' in 2012. Georgia has captured audiences over the years with the uniqueness of her voice, full of soul and warm timbre tones, reflecting that of a seasoned artist beyond her years. Now as part of the trio 'Why Georgia?' she is joined by the talented Chris Mackenzie (18) on guitar and Kim Thair (17) on keyboard/ guitar. If your a fan of laid back to upbeat hit covers, incorporating the likes of Amy Winehouse, Duffy, Of Monsters and Men, Rihanna, Estelle, Jessie J, Katy Perry, Pink, Adele, The Black Keys, Lily Allen, and Florence and The Machine, then your in for a treat! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 6.30pm 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. Fuelled 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. 2012 - Sarah spent most of the last 12 months touring the country with her sublime acoustic show, and launched another project – Screaming Bikini – debut album is out now on iTunes. Sarah was invited to perform at the Playboy Mansion in Hollywood where she performed a few Screaming Bikini tracks. Another dance collaboration with Italian DJ/Producer EDX saw her jet off to Las Vegas to shoot the video clip for the song ‘Falling Out Of Love’; as well as the current track The Real Thing with I Am Sam – getting played on MTV and Nova networks nationally. She wrote 2 songs for the feature doco Fighting Fear, and also has a collab coming out with Kid Mac on his forthcoming album No Man’s Land. Sarah will head to America again in August for another show at the Playboy Mansion as well as showcase gigs around LA and NYC. There’s no stopping her. She’s doing it all and better than ever before… Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 8.30pm Sarah McLeod (Sydney)

See 6.30pm listing. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 24th June Chamber Jam

Chamber Jam @ The Ellington is 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 Karijini String Trio - Susannah Williams (violin), Kathy Corecig (viola), Tim South (cello). Triage - Sara Duhig (Violin), Jessica Andrew (Clarinet), Craig Dalton (Piano). And last but not least Mixt’ - Matt Styles (Saxophone), Adam Pinto (Piano), Paul Tanner (Percussion). Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

July 5th Grace Knight (Melbourne) 
July 19 & 20 Matthew Jodrell (NYC)
July 28 - August 11 A Saucy Little Secret 
August 23 & 24 Alison Wedding (NYC)
August 27 & 28 Gregory Porter (USA)

Become a member today for great benefits and also help support live music - Click here.

Book your function at The Ellington - email: functions@ellingtonjazz.com.au

Monday, June 10, 2013

This week at The Ellington

Head on down for plenty of great music including Sydney pianist Steve Barry (Tuesday), the debut show from The Seals (Wednesday), Elise Lynelle's Farewell Show late on Friday night and the return of the one and only band The Grid for the Sunday 5.30pm show. As well as an all star line up of local talent, The Ellington is the place to be!!

MONDAY 7.00pm Trinity College Jazz

Join Trinity College as they present what promises to be an exciting evening filled with smooth melodies, vibrant rhythms, dazzling interpretations of classic tunes as well as innovative original compositions. You will be entertained by the college Swing Band, Jazz Combo, rock bands including resident rock band Three Hands One Hoof as well as the percussion ensemble and a guest surprise performance! The fresh faced students of these established ensembles look forward to sharing their love of music with you at The Ellington. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Steve Barry (Sydney)

Winner of the 2013 Bell Award for Young Australian Jazz Artist of the Year, Steve Barry has quickly made a name for himself as an accomplished pianist, improviser and composer since moving to Sydney from New Zealand in 2009. Demonstrating a natural creative flair, technical facility and artistic maturity, Steve forms a part of the new generation of young Australasian artists exploring both the jazz tradition and modern approaches to improvisation and creative music. Steve Barry – piano, Thomas Botting – bass and Tim Firth – drums. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm The Seals

The Seals - A boisterous blend of country blues and bluegrass. The Seals burst onto the music scene less than three years ago with a series of raucous and rollicking shows. The band gained a dedicated following playing their own blend of country blues and bluegrass. Gritty with raw emotion and occasionally lewd lyrics, mixed with sweet vocal harmonies and unusual instrumentation, The Seals' Neo-Bluegrass style will have you coming back for more slapping your knee and tapping your toes. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

THURSDAY 7.00pm Trent White sings Selections from Sedaka to Sinatra

Neil Sedaka & Frank Sinatra - from the far reaches of candy pop doo-wop to suave sounds of sumptuous swing (respectively). Not the most common of musical couplings that one could expect, yet the musical mastery of both presents a new blend of music that forms a delectable repertoire of irresistible American song. Lead by vocalist Trent White and his band of merry men, (including a very special guest) join this evenings show for a night of pure fun, toe-tapping delights and a once in a 'Blue Moon' mergence of these great songs from two distinctly different yet captivating artists. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 10.30pm Night Cap Sessions - 5 dollars entry at the door

The Night Cap Sessions where a late night jazz duo will woo you with the finest jazz music, tasty and elegant Ellington food, quality beverages and intimately friendly service for you and your friends to enjoy late into the evening. No table reservations - first in best dressed. Be part of the nightcap scene at The Ellington Jazz Club where it’s not just warm, it’s hot. 

FRIDAY 7.00pm James Flynn Reflections CD Launch

James Flynn was born in Scotland but today he is a true citizen of the world. He is based in Perth, Western Australia, but grew up in Glasgow. The two cities could not be further apart geographically. James’ vocal talent, his personality and sense of humour has ensured that he has made many friends all over the world and secured the support of a dedicated and loyal fan base wherever he has performed. I've recorded seven albums to date, the last four recorded in Perth, Western Australia. I still think it incredible that Perth, the most isolated city in the world, can produce such world class musicians. I consider myself very fortunate to have worked with such a magnificent pool of local talent over the last decade. Tom O'Halloran – Piano, Ray walker - Guitar, Paul Pooley – Bass, Chris Tarr– Drums and Paul Millard - Saxes. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm Elise Lynelle Farewell Show

In July last year, Elise made her debut on the Ellington stage as a formidable force of soul, representing everything there is to believe in and love about the world of music.  Elise has since gone on to be an Ellington favourite! 2013 brings new challenges and opportunities for everyone and for Elise, this involves leaving Perth to follow a few dreams elsewhere.  However, she couldn't do it without sharing the stage one last time with some of Perth's finest musicians, Guitar - Nick Pontin, Keys - Sid Pattni, Bass - Ash Sinclair, Mega Beatz - Danger B, Brassiness - The Imperial Horns Sam Timmerman and Tom Greble. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm James Flynn Reflections CD Launch

See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm The Hopkins Bros

A night of killer tunes and killer party times!  Come and get down with this dynamic group as they present fresh takes on your favourite tracks including numbers from Kimbra to Frank Ocean and John Legend to JT! Anders - Vocals and Guitar, Josh Hopkins - Drums, Ronan Chapple - Keys/Synth, Rhys Bishop - Bass and Sam Timmerman - Trumpet. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 3.00pm Metro Big Band

Welcome back to The Ellington Stage the Fabulous 17 piece and 3 vocals mix of The Metro Big Band as they bring you an exciting mix of Swing/Jazz and Motown/Soul! Paying tribute to all the great stars of those eras, such as Frank Sinatra, Harry Connick Jr,  Ella Fitzgerald, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones, Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, Tina Turner and more.. Come relax with us and while away the last hours of an already fabulous weekend in style! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm The Grid (USA/Aus)

Tim Jago - Guitars, Dane Alderson - Bass, Ben Vanderwal - Drums. In Australia the suburban lounge room generally gets a bad wrap. It is accused of being the setting for slovenly THC induced inaction or the crime scene of murdered hours in front of video games or even as the complicit venue for screenings of television programs of which the honorable inventors of said apparatus were to watch now, they would cringe in shame. However there is a small unassuming lounge room in Glendalough, Perth, Australia that has stripped itself of all stigma and been reinvented as an incubator for new music. The Grid began it's days in this lounge room. Here guitarist Tim Jago, bassist Dane Alderson and drummer Ben Vanderwal would congregate regularly, putting the Jazz guitar trio format through the veritable mangler. Like any professional mangler will tell you some garments mangle much better than others and after a long process, the Grid worked out which songs were best mangled, and of course how to best mangle them. The resulting music is a mix (or mangle) of  jazz sensibility, fusion audacity, quasi-rock poses, minimalist posturing, electro hand claps, country spooning and some good music that you will probably like. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 17th June 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. This month we are featuring a unique showcase of Hip-Hop artists with a newcomer from the USA, singer-songwriter, Maria McClean to open the evening,DVS (David Vincent Smith), The Apprentice and SeastaChani. Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

June 23rd Sarah McLeod 6.30pm & 8.30pm 
July 5th Grace Knight (Melbourne) 
July 19 & 20 Matthew Jodrell (NYC)
July 28 - August 11 A Saucy Little Secret 
August 23 & 24 Alison Wedding (NYC)
August 27 & 28 Gregory Porter (USA)

Become a member today for great benefits and also help support live music - Click here.

Book your function at The Ellington - email: functions@ellingtonjazz.com.au