This week at The Ellington

Help us usher in the long weekend with some fine music to soothe your soul. Song Lounge and The Music of Sting will kick off the week followed by the return of Gemma Farrell on Wednesday and the one and only Troy Roberts on Thursday. Then a weekend double from James Flynn with an all new rock swings show, a big grand final win from Fremantle on Saturday, rounded off with The Russell Holmes Trio on Sunday. Wrap that up with three late night shows to bring us into a relaxing Monday long weekend and The Ellington will enjoy a much needed day off!

MONDAY 23rd September 7.00pm Song Lounge

Song Lounge @ The Ellington – Last month the young ones brought their youthful vibes through their song’s to the stage at Unearthed with Emily Joy , Ella Edwards Smith, Zev Levi, Emily J , Jenn Wyatt and Joe Simish keeping us well entertained with their family and friends all squeezing into The Ellington, we are very excited for what awaits this month. Featuring Elk Bell, Holly Norman, Rachel Gorman and special guests The Lady Birds and Noah Shilkin.Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Joe Southwell and Friends present the Music of Sting

Back by popular demand, the Sting show returns to the Ellington stage for an encore performance. Bassist Joe Southwell brings together some of Perth’s finest musicians to explore and reinterpret the musical workings of Sting. Journeying through famous hits from the Police era to some of his solo gems, this will be a magical evening of enchantment and subtlety. 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. Featuring the amazing talents of Rhys Wood on vocals, Russell Holmes on piano, Carl Mackey on saxophone, Mike Perkins on drums and Joe Southwell on bass. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm Gemma Farrell Group

Saxophonist Gemma Farrell (nee Lutey) left Perth in 2008 after studying at WAAPA, to study at the Queensland Conservatorium where she completed her Bachelor of Music with Honours. This was followed by 3 years in Europe where she completed her Masters in Music at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Before leaving Amsterdam she recorded and released two albums, "Vicissitude" with her septet, the Gemma Farrell Group, and "Get It Together" with her quartet, Say What?! Gemma is now back in Perth and on September 25 she will launch both of these albums with the help of some of Perth's finest musicians. Both albums will both be available to purchase at a special price. Gemma Farrell - Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone Sax, Marty Pervan - Trumpet/Flugal Horn, Jeremy Greig - Trombone, Ross Dwyer - Guitar, Russell Holmes - Piano/Hammond, Robin Murray - Double and Electric Bass and Daniel Susnjar - Drums. 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 Troy Roberts

Now based in the USA, Australian saxophonist and composer Troy Roberts has had a busy few years.  He  represented Australia sharing the stage in an international septet comprised of jazz greats Wayne Shorter, Richard Bona, Vinnie Colaiuta, Zakir Hussein, Tineke Postma and Tarek Yamani for Herbie Hancock’s launch of the firstInternational Jazz Day celebration, at NYC’s UN General Assembly Hall, was the only Australian finalist in the 2008 Thelonious Monk Jazz Saxophone Competition, has received his first Grammy Nomination Medal, and has won 4 DownBeat jazz soloist awards. He's also shared the stage with many of his musical heroes such as Aretha Franklin, James Morrison, Jeff Tain Watts, Orrin Evans, Slide Hampton, Nicholas Payton, Lew Soloff, Ari Hoenig, Bobby Sparks, Sammy Figueroa and Stephen Scott to name a few. Currently celebrating his 5th release as a leader, Nu-Jive 5 (2013), Troy is currently based in New York City and continues to maintain a busy performance and recording schedule around the globe. Tonight, Troy will reconnect with some good friends to present an evening comprised of his favourite jazz standards and contemporary classics - with a twist here and there.. Certainly an evening not to be missed! Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm The James Flynn & The Fly little big band - Rock Swings

Rock Swings is a fresh, fun concept where we perform swing jazz covers of popular rock and pop songs from the 1980s and 1990s. James Flynn  on Vocals with the cream of Perth's musicians making up his seven piece little big band. The evening will feature such songs as; 'The eye of the tiger', 'Wonderwall', 'The way you make me feel', Van halens 'Jump', Spandau Ballets 'True' & Lionel Richies 'Hello' plus a lot more surprises. “His kind of talent is very thin on the ground around theses parts” Arts West Magazine. “In the world of showbiz, where singers are a dollar a dozen, James Flynn is one of those very rare performers whose hallmark of star quality is instantly self-evident and both elevates and distinguishes him from the crowd.” The Stage & Television Today (UK). Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Danny Martin

Danny Martin is a powerhouse vocalist who has been tearing up the funk, R&B and hip hop scene in Perth for over a decade. Having played with local outfits like Booty Jooce, The Dynamites and the famed Detour, Danny has adopted his own style and sound which is both an incredible balance of old school funk and modern hip hop. Danny will be joined by The Spread - the tightest house band in town which features Roy Martinez on bass, Sean Phillips on drums, Chris Foster on keys and Harry S. Winton on drums. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm The James Flynn & The Fly little big band - Rock Swings

See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Late Night Groove Series featuring Kat Curnow and Tanaya Harper

Seasoned vocalist Katherine Curnow is once again gracing The Ellington stage since returning from the UK but this time is teaming up with first-time Late Night Groover and good friend Tanaya Harper. Come join us in watching these fierce ladies pay homage to the independent women of the melodic world; armed with a plethora of feel-good and self-empowering funk, soul and pop tunes to keep you dancing all through the night. Collectively inspired by alternative, jazz, hip-hop and soul artists alike, join Katherine and Tanaya as they heat up your winter blues with sultry vocals and funky beats. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Russell Holmes Trio 

Triple WAMI award winning Jazz Pianist, Russell Holmes has performed with many great jazz ensembles including MPS, Frames of Minds, The Ragabillys, Hip Mo Toast and artists such as Dale Barlow, Red Rodney and many others .Career highlights would include being invited to perform at the Celimontana Jazz Festival in Rome, Italy  ( July2006 ) and supporting James Taylor at the infamous Leeuwin concert .  Whilst being recorded on over 45 CD’s, in 2006 he released “One Evening”, a CD recorded with his regular trio at the time with Matt Willis and Danny Susnjar.  This was launched in October 2006 . Russell’s most recent recording is a nationally released CD by the ABC Jazz label entitled Fire and Rain ‘THE JAMES TAYLOR PROJECT’( released 21st February 2009) which features the regular trio line-up performing eleven beautiful tracks of James Taylor songs. The Russell Holmes Trio has performed over 400 gigs in the past 10 years with residencies including the Inglewood Hotel, The Universal Bar, Clancy’s Fish Pubs,  The University Club and Hotel Northbridge . The trio performs regularly at The Ellington and  travelled to Melbourne in October 2012 in support of the release of 2 separate cd projects which are currently being recorded.  It was awarded “Most Outstanding Jazz Group 2001” by the Perth Jazz Society and has continued to perform regularly since. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 9.00pm Late Night Groove series featuring The Phillyharmonics

Making their debut on the Ellington stage this Sunday before the LONG weekend are THE PHILLYHARMONICS - an 11-piece soul music ensemble featuring vintage keyboards, three-part backing vocal harmonies, funky horns and a STRING SECTION to bring you those sweet soul sounds, blaxploitation funk and disco strings! Focusing on the orchestrated sound of soul, funk and disco in the 1970s, the Phillyharmonics will be bringing authentic '70s party music, including 11 #1 hits and classics by acts like Curtis Mayfield (and the Impressions), The O'Jays, Bill Withers, Michael Jackson, Barry White, The Spinners, The Brothers Johnson, Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway and many, many more! Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

October 5 Alex Gibson (Sydney) 

October 17 Tim Chaisson (Canada)

October 25 Narissa Campbell (NYC) 

October 27 Jordie Lane (LA) 

October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)

November 17 Dan Sultan (Sydney)

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Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers - The Differences headline this week at The Ellington

Don't miss the sensational new album release from Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers - The Differences this weekend on  Friday and Saturday evening. Other special guests this week include Sydney based band The Dilworths (Wednesday) and Adelaide based duo Charmaine Jones and Mike Bevan (Sunday 8.30pm). A good opportunity for the students at JSR College to perform this evening and the debut of the Hills Big Band features on Sunday at 5.30pm. Add to the mix a couple of new late shows from Shayna Gordon-Hall (Friday) and Ladies Who Lead (Saturday), a tribute to Joe Henderson (Thursday) and some fishy music on Tuesday and we're all set for another great week of music at The Ellington.

MONDAY 7.00pm John Septimus Roe College Jazz

Continuing in their annual tradition, John Septimus Roe ACS are proud to present to you three top class ensembles; Jazz 1, Jazz 2 and Chantilly Lace. Sit back and enjoy a night of Swing, Latin, Funk, and more as all three ensembles display their considerable talents through their catalogue of Jazz Standards. Tickets will sell early, so get yours as soon as possible! Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Matt Richards - Creatures of the Deep

Immerse yourself with Matt Richards Creatures Of The Deep as they present music by Percy Mayfield, T-Bone Walker, John Coltrane and Australian jazz legend Dale Barlow. Also featured will be some of Matt’s original repertoire inspired by his many undersea adventures as a competition freediver and commercial diver. Creatures Of The Deep will feature Matt Richards (Tenor Saxophone), Harry Mitchell (Piano), Bronton Ainsworth (Drums), Nick Abbey (Bass), Jacob Mitchell (Guitar) and very special guest Adam Hall (Trumpet). Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm The Dilworths

Now entering it’s fifth year, The Dilworths are heading into 2013 with a new lineup, new compositions and new recordings. The band began as an ensemble  to workshop Eamon’s compositions and evolved into a high energy modern jazz group that has become a mainstay on the Sydney jazz scene with performances at leading venues 505, Jazzgroove and SIMA. Eamon is a 2010/2011 Young Australian of the Year Jazz Bell Awards nominee,  2007 James Morrison Scholarship Finalist and Umbria Jazz Berklee School top scholarship recipient. Eamon has lead performances across Australia as well as Romania, Italy, Austria and England. “The talent-packed Dilworths are a band to watch out for; their appealing compositions and articulate performances cannot be ignored” - John McBeath (Weekend Australian 2010). Featuring Eamon Dilworth -Trumpet and Jamie Oehlers - Saxophone. 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 Danny Susnjar and Carl Mackey Tribute to Joe Henderson

Longtime musical collaborators Carl Mackey and Daniel Susnjar present a tribute to legendary saxophonist Joe Henderson. Joe's compositions including Recorda Me have become jazz standards, and much of his music is still played by musicians around the globe. Don't miss an evening of high-energy interactive music played by some of Australia's finest. Featuring Carl Mackey- saxophone, Tom O'Halloran - piano, Nick Abbey- bass and Daniel Susnjar- drums. Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers - 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 last 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. Tonight Gian and Jamie will present music from this CD, as well as some new material that will be sure to please. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Shayna Gordon-Hall

Shayna Hall-Gordon is a young singer who is already developing a unique and captivating style as a performer. Influenced by Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson and Prince, Shayna delivers energetic and engaging performances as well as soulful vocals. After doing backing vocals for local artists such as Matt Allen and Howie Morgan, Shayna is so excited to be doing her debut lead singing Ellington performance with the Spread. Shayna will be joined by the tightest house-band in town The Spread: Roy Martinez on bass, Sean Phillips on drums, Chris Foster on keys and Harry Winton on guitar. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Gian Slater and Jamie Oehlers - The Differences

See Friday listing Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Late Night Groove Series presents Ladies Who Lead

‘Ladies Who Lead’ is a series of gigs dedicated to female vocalists that stand out front of an all-male band and together they get the dance floor grooving. Opening the series is one of WA's finest soul bands; the 'Amani Consort'. Soul sister Aysha Amani leads a stellar band featuring some of Perth's best musicians. These guys have laid down some of the smoothest grooves this city has ever seen. Let them lure you in with their sophisticated tunes and then get you moving with their tasty beats. Taking over for the late session will be one of Perth's best live liquid DnB bands; the 'Pimps of Sound Feat. Milly James'. The sleek Milly James glides like a swan over the top of the high energy liquid DnB that is the 'Pimps of Sound'. In the past two years these guys have done some amazing shows and surprised a lot of punters with their unique infectious dance rhythms. This will be a night to break out your serious dance moves, to have a lot of fun and to appreciate the awesome things that can happen when ladies lead. What finer place to kick off this series than the Ellington. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Hills Big Band

Swing doesn’t entirely describe the Hills Big Band (www.hillsbigband.com.au ). Sure they do the Basie and sometimes the Miller. And yes they do have two great vocalists to do the Sinatra and the Billie Holiday. The kicker is in the arrangements; with maestro Kieran Hurley at the helm, they have scoured the planet for the hip. Leaving no stone unturned, they bring you arrangements of numbers by the likes of Chick Corea, Charlie Mingus, Horace Silver, and Brian Setzer. From their humble beginnings in the far flung reaches of the Perth Hills, this band has advanced pretty rapidly, last year filling the Midland town hall and featuring in the at the Northbridge Sunday Piazza Live series. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 8.30pm Charmaine Jones and Mike Bevan

'From the first notes on the duo's debut album, a faster than usual, superbly scatted version of Noel Coward's Mad About the Boy, it's obvious we are close to virtuoso territory.' – The Australian. Captivating performances to sold-out audiences, an extraordinary musical prowess and an extended repertoire suggest a longstanding partnership, yet this enthralling pair have only been playing as a duo since late 2011. Vocalist Charmaine Jones and guitarist Mike Bevan released their debut album, A Small Hotel, in January 2012 to significant critical acclaim. Their second album Still in February 2013 did not disappoint, launched to a full house at one of Adelaide’s premier music venues and a 4 star review in The Australian. Jones and Bevan are indeed making their mark on the Australian jazz scene. The duo’s synergy comes from mutual respect and a deep love of jazz, the blues & Brazilian music. Offering an original take on jazz standards and singular arrangements of an eclectic range of enigmatic tunes, their music exudes a sensitivity and zest that does justice to its inspirations; Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass, Diane Reeves and Russel Malone, Astrud Gilberto and Tom Jobim. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 23rd September 7.00pm Song Lounge

Song Lounge @ The Ellington – Last month the young ones brought their youthful vibes through their song’s to the stage at Unearthed with Emily Joy , Ella Edwards Smith, Zev Levi, Emily J , Jenn Wyatt and Joe Simish keeping us well entertained with their family and friends all squeezing into The Ellington, we are very excited for what awaits this month. Featuring Elk Bell, Holly Norman, Rachel Gorman and special guests The Lady Birds and Noah Shilkin. Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

September 26 Troy Roberts (USA)
October 5 Alex Gibson (Sydney)
October 17 Tim Chaisson (Canada)
October 25 Narissa Campbell (NYC)
October 27 Jordie Lane (LA)
October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)
November 17 Dan Sultan (Sydney)
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Becc Sanderson headlines this week at The Ellington

A special 'members only' offer this Thursday with 2 tickets for the price of 1 to see some of our finest performers - Jamie Oehlers, Tom O'Halloran and Daniel Susnjar. Members please book online with "2 for 1 members" in the comments box or phone the office for assistance. Perth jazz fans will remember Becc as Elizabeth Sanderson of the Sweet Blue Midnights. She relocated to Edinburgh over ten years ago and returns for a weekend of shows at The Ellington with husband and trombonist Chris Greive. We are also delighted to host two groups from Sydney this week including the Sydney Conservatorium Jazz Orchestra (with special guest Bert Joris) on Tuesday and "a new force for urban roots and Reggae music" The Strides on Wednesday. We also have the sensational singer Aaron Malone with different groups for the late set on Friday and Saturday. Then rounding out the weekend will be Dare to Live from Sonja D'anne vocal studions, followed by final year WAAPA student Sarah Ramsey. And don't forget the fantastic pianist Jangoo Chapkana will be  celebrating his birthday with a big show this evening. Head down to The Ellington this week to catch a taste of some fantastic music. 

MONDAY 7.00pm Jangoo Chapkhana Trio - GALA BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

The Jangoo Chapkhana Trio swings into action at The Ellington in 2013. This is their fourth appearance at what is Perth's premier venue for top-quality live jazz. Joined by long-time musical collaborators Murray Wilkins (bass) and Dennis Vrcic (drums), this is one night of jazz in 2013 that simply cannot be missed. The programme goes all the way from the great jazz standards to fantastically fresh arrangements of more contemporary material - all laced with that crisp precision and harmonic magic that is the defining sound of the Jangoo Chapkhana Trio. Jangoo will also be celebrating a very special mile stone birthday on the night so come and help him celebrate. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Sydney Conservatorium Jazz Orchestra - debut National Tour with Bert Joris (Belgium) 

Featuring European Big Band Luminary, BERT JORIS as guest soloist and composer Belgian based super composer, Bert Joris teams up with one of Australia’s leading youth jazz orchestra’s for it’s maiden national tour. This is the first large scale touring project for a Conservatorium jazz orchestra in decades, and to distinguish this occasion and re-affirm its educational and artistic mission, the CJO has invited one of Europe’s leading composers and trumpeters Bert Joris, to be their very special guest. Belgian based trumpeter and composer Bert Joris, enjoys an international reputation as one of Europe’s most accomplished practioners of Jazz Orchestral Music. Hailed by critics as “evocative, majestic, dynamic and scintillating”, Joris is best known for his work with the amazing Brussels Jazz Orchestra, Joe Lovano and iconic Belgian Guitarist, Phillip Catherine. A winner of several prestigious European prizes, including the “DJANGO D’OR” and 1998 critics choice European trumpeter of the year, Joris has appeared with The Village Vanguard Orchestra, Enrico Pieranunzi, ”Michel Herr European Quintet”and the “Philippe Aerts quartet”, “Amsterdam Jazz5tet”, Jesse Van Ruller, Joe Haider, Wolfgang Haffner, Rob van Bavel, Lew Tabakin, Hein van de Gein, Marc Moulin to name but a few. Joris last appearance in Australia in 2009 with the Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra was met with critical acclaim and strong public recognition of his incredible artistry. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm The Strides (Sydney) 

Hailing from Sydney, THE STRIDES have become a new force for urban roots music. Fronted by Reggae Master Ras Roni from Barbados via London, and Fijian MC LTL GZEUS, The Strides have delivered their classic sound to crowds across the country, delivering a musical experience that is as powerfully explosive as it is authentic. With a calling card of powerfully melodic horns, infectious bass lines, easy musings and a magnetic stage presence between its two lead vocalists, the Strides are an 8-piece collective of multi-talented songwriters and musicians. Having bunkered down for an intensive week long hothouse of jamming and songwriting, the tracks for their forthcoming long player were laid down at U-Live Studios outside of Byron Bay, and later mixed at Tanuki Lounge in Brisbane’s West End by producer / engineer Paulie B. 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 Oehlers-O'Halloran-Susnjar

A special members only offer this Thursday with 2 tickets for the price of 1 to see some of our finest performers Jamie Oehlers, Tom O'Halloran and Daniel Susnjar. Members please book online with "2 for 1 members" in the comments box or phone the office for assistance. Expect the unexpected with this trio…these three master musicians always insist on pushing the boundaries of improvisation on new and old material and tonight won't be any different. Having played together in this format during the short lived Defector explorations sessions, the three one time defectors will reunite to present music that will keep you guessing and leave you on the edge of your seat – the way jazz was intended! Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm Becc Sanderson (Scotland)

Perth jazz fans will remember Becc as Elizabeth Sanderson of the Sweet Blue Midnights. Her return to the Ellington marks only her second Perth performance season since relocating to Edinburgh in 2000. During that time, Becc has amassed some impressive performance credits, including concerts at the Royal Glasgow Concert Hall and Edinburgh’s Usher Hall with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra's Big Band, a headline performance at the Shetland Jazz Festival, and original performances at the 2011 and 2012 Edinburgh International Fringe Festivals. These intimate shows will reunite Becc with some old friends, to perform songs by artists who have influenced her successful international career. With music from greats including Dinah Washington, Judy Garland, Doris Day, Carmen McRae and Joni Mitchell, these shows promise a glimpse into the inspirations behind one of Perth’s favourite home-grown talents. Featuring Chris Greive - trombone, Carl Mackey - saxophone, Russell Holmes - piano, Nick Abbey - double bass and Chris Tarr - drums. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Aaron Malone

Aaron Malone has been a part of Perth’s music community since 2003 when he began studies in Contemporary Music at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). It was here that Aaron began to craft his vocal and performance skills with the dream of making a life out of music. After completing his studies in 2006, Aaron has been involved in various musical endeavours encompassing a range of musical genres and styles, including featuring for the Johannes Leubbers Dectet (jazz) and original funk band The Roast. Aaron has spent many hours investing into his passion and growing in his musical craft and is now beginning a new season as the solo artist Whisky Winter. Aaron is honoured to spend this evening at The Ellington and the opportunity to share his musical journey, influences and inspirations with you all. Aaron will be joined by the tightest house-band in town The Spread: Roy Martinez on bass, Sean Phillips on drums, Chris Foster on keys and Harry Winton on guitar. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Becc Sanderson (Scotland)

See Friday listing. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Hornography featuring Aaron Malone

As a part of 2013’s feature event “KNSGB” Hornography comes together to tell you that it’s ok to get loose every now and then. Bringing an 8-piece powerhouse band featuring vocalist Aaron Malone and a three-piece horn section, this night promises to be one that leaves dignity and class alone in the dark. So get down for a funky good time and let Hornography take care of the rest. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 3.00pm Dare to Live - The Return

The Sonja D’anne Vocal Studios, Dare To Dream Italy tour group are home and raring to perform songs from their tour. With memories of a lifetime, and life altering experiences behind them all, they bring to their show, the  stories and music from their month long trip to Italy. Ranging in ages from 12yrs to adults, this group features singers of all genres, country to pop and blues to classical/pure. You won’t be disappointed with this wonderful Sunday afternoon. Rome, Tuscany, Venice, Bologna and Verona may be amazing places to see and to visit, but Perth is where the singers from the Dare To Live Tour group reside. Come to an afternoon where we share the music of our hearts, the food and wines of the Ellington, great company and simply, GOOD music. Ft: Alana Porter; Cherie Karen; Ellena Stacey, Kiara; Megan Emslie; MJ, Rebecca Ella and Samuel Joseph Alexander with special guests Sonja D’anne and Julius Lutero. Lineup: Julius Lutero: Guitars/Percussion and Adria Jerusha: Piano. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Sarah Ramsey Quintet

Endowed with a warm and soulful tone, Sarah Ramsey produces a unique and exciting approach to jazz through both her compositions and arrangements of jazz standards. Currently in her final year at WAAPA, Sarah is passionate about performing the music she loves, influenced by an array of vocalists including Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Billie Holiday and Gian Slater. Join Sarah with an incredible band to hear some of her brand new compositions and swinging arrangements. Featuring Jamie Oehlers - tenor saxophone, Gabriel Fatin - piano, Ashley de Neef - double bass and Sam O'Connell - drums. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 16th September 7.00pm John Septimus Roe College Jazz

Continuing in their annual tradition, John Septimus Roe ACS are proud to present to you three top class ensembles; Jazz 1, Jazz 2 and Chantilly Lace. Sit back and enjoy a night of Swing, Latin, Funk, and more as all three ensembles display their considerable talents through their catalogue of Jazz Standards. Tickets will sell early, so get yours as soon as possible! Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

September 20 & 21 Gian Slater (Melbourne) 

September 22 Charmaine Jones and Mike Bevan

September 26 Troy Roberts (USA) 

October 5 Alex Gibson (Sydney) 

October 17 Tim Chaisson (Canada)

October 25 Narissa Campbell (NYC) 

October 27 Jordie Lane (LA) 

October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)

November 17 Dan Sultan (Sydney)

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

Mark Wilkinson headlines this week at The Ellington

This week we have four shows already sold out including three from the fantastic singer/songwriter Mark Wilkinson and one from The Growl as part of their national tour. Apologies for the sold out shows but a reminder that upstairs is usually available and to book shows early to avoid disappointment. Other highlights include the EP Launch for Holly Norman this evening, popular local singer/songwriter Helen Shanahan with China Doll on Tuesday, the dynamic Mace Francis Orchestra with guests Garry Lee and Roger Garrood on Wednesday and the ever popular soul revue from Melody Itzstein (Whittle) and Howie Morgan on Thursday. Wrap out the weekend with a couple of late shows featuring Matt Allen on Friday and Samba Social Club on Saturday and we are set for another amazing week of music at The Ellington.

MONDAY 7.00pm Holly Norman EP Launch

Holly Norman is a Western Australian songstress who draws on her classical music background and percussive inclinations to create songs that reflect the Alice in Wonderland in all of us. After years spent playing professionally as a percussionist, Holly began to combine a vivid imagination and her natural gift for catchy folk-pop melodies to create beautiful, and thought-provoking songs for listeners to fall in love with. This special performance will herald the release of her debut EP, 'Hollypop', successfully crowdfunded via Pozible, and will boast a full band line-up of excellent local musicians and horn arrangements for Holly's songs. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 7.00pm Helen Shanahan

After launching her debut album ‘Driftwood’ in October 2012, popular local talent Helen Shanahan is ready to take her songs on a mini tour of Perth, Sydney and Melbourne. The first leg of her tour will be at The Ellington. The eight-track album, recorded at the prestigious Crank Recording Studio in Northbridge, is a culmination of Helen’s observations and musings in recent years translated into lyrics which ride the sorrow of love and life and draw the listener into a heartfelt world of story and melody. The title track has just seen Helen win first place in the ‘folk’ category in the international Song of the Year songwriting contest, and a nomination in the 2012 WAM Song of the Year competition in the ‘love’ category. An incredible band made up of WAAPA graduates will back Helen on the night, and starting off the evening will be CHINA DOLL. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm The Perth Jazz Society presents The Collaboratory featuring MFO and Garry Lee

Mace Francis Orchestra + Garry Lee + Roger Garrood. This months exciting collaboration will see one of Perth’s most engaging ensembles, the Mace Francis Orchestra, augmented with guitarist/vibraphonist Garry Lee and saxophone grandmaster Roger Garrood. Formed in 2004 by Mace, MFO is one of Australia’s leading contemporary big bands and has performed throughout the country several times. Garry Lee has forged a reputation as both a formidable guitarist and vibraphonist, studying internationally on a Churchill Fellowship and supporting Wynton Marsalis on his Australian tour in 1990. After working the big band scene throughout Europe in the 1960′s Roger Garrood migrated to Australia in 1971 and has since taught and influenced just about every musician to come out of Perth. He has performed with Ray Charles, Natalie Cole and Shirley Bassey, to name but a few. This rare performance will feature Garry’s original work arranged by Mace and is not to be missed. 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 Soultown featuring Melody Itzstein and Howie Morgan

Presenting a night of Soulful Classics that are sure to have you reminiscing bout the days of old with the likes of Marvin Gaye, Etta James, Al Green. Soultown will surely be a night to remember. Audience participation is greatly encouraged! Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm The Growl Australian Tour - SOLD OUT.

The Growl are Cameron Avery – Vocals, Clinton Oliver – Guitar, James Ireland – Keys/ accordion/ samples, Marc Earley – Double bass, Michael Jelinek – Drums/ percussion and Samuel Kuzich – Drums/ percussion. The Growl’s Douse The Lamps National Tour kicks of this September and caps off a huge year of national and international success for the band. Douse The Lamps is the third track to be taken from the band’s debut LP What Would Christ Do?? and will be released digitally on Friday 16th August through MGM. In true The Growl style front-man and songwriter Cameron Avery hides the track’s subtle sexual core beneath layers of hand claps and raw percussion. Douse The Lamps follows on from the success of the debut LP, that saw The Growl debut as the seventh most added artist on the USA College Radio charts and spend six weeks in the top 200. Their recent support tour with Tame Impala through the USA and Canada has proven to be the perfect launch pad for the band who have won a plethora of new fans and drew them glowing reviews for their sets from critics in attendance. Click here for tickets (upstairs only)

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Matt Allen

He began his musical training at WAAPA in the Classical Department but after two years reauditioned successfully for the Contemporary Music course where his true passion lied. He began writing a lot more, gigging a lot more (at all of Perth's best venues including Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Hotel, The Ellington Jazz Club, Burswood Resort) and gaining a lot more knowledge and experience. It was at the culmination of his degree at the end of four more years that Matt had written, arranged, produced and peformed an 8 track albums worth of material entitled "Over". He was also awarded the "Most Outstanding Contemporary Music Student" at WAAPA in his final year. 2012 brings a year full of hope. Matt has carved himself into an experienced, versatile and soulful performer having drawn on major influences such as Stevie Wonder, D'angelo, Justin Timberlake, Daniel Merriweather and Donny Hathaway to mould him into the vocalist and songwriter he is today. Matt's debut album, "Over", is now available after being re-mixed and mastered by the incredible Lee Buddle at Crank Studios, Perth. The future looks bright for one of Australia's best young talents. Roy Martinez - bass, Sean Phillips - drums, Chris Foster - keys and Harry Winton - guitar. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Mark Wilkinson Album Tour - SOLD OUT

Timber and Steel Presents - Mark Wilkinson ‘Let The River Run’ Album Tour with special guest Little Bighorn. Mark Wilkinson presents his long awaited sophomore album ‘LetThe River Run’.  Following on from his debut ‘Truth Came Running’, which after two years still sits in the iTunes Singer/Songwriter charts, ‘Let The River Run’ captures that same soulful voice that’s seen Mark sell a remarkable 40,000 records independently.  With The Cat Empire’s Ollie McGill at the producer’s helm, it’s an album as diverse as it is fluid, fusing the big studio sound with the intimacy for which Mark is known.  Mark has already sold out shows across Australia and Europe and this trend is continuing at The Ellington. 

SATURDAY 10.30pm Perth Samba Social Club

Brazilian big band energy live on stage. Playing a captivating selection of danceable tunes, ranging from nostalgic old world Brazil classics, through to up beat rhythms and even original arrangements of some famous English tunes as you have never heard them before. The Samba de Gafieira style combines a traditional Brazilian rhythm section with snappy horns and and grooves that musicians and dancers alike will appreciate, transporting the Ellington to the iconic sidewalks of Copacabana Beach overlooked by the Cristo Redentor. General Admission entry only - Come and dance your night away at The Ellington, Perth's best live music venue! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 3.00pm Mark Wilkinson Album Tour - SOLD OUT

See Saturday listing. Click here for tickets (upstairs only)

SUNDAY 6.00pm Mark Wilkinson Album Tour - SOLD OUT

See Saturday listing. Click here for tickets (upstairs only)

MONDAY 9th September 7.00pm Jangoo Chapkhana Trio - GALA BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

The Jangoo Chapkhana Trio swings into action at The Ellington in 2013. This is their fourth appearance at what is Perth's premier venue for top-quality live jazz. Joined by long-time musical collaborators Murray Wilkins (bass) and Dennis Vrcic (drums), this is one night of jazz in 2013 that simply cannot be missed. The programme goes all the way from the great jazz standards to fantastically fresh arrangements of more contemporary material - all laced with that crisp precision and harmonic magic that is the defining sound of the Jangoo Chapkhana Trio. Jangoo will also be celebrating a very special mile stone birthday on the night so come and help him celebrate. Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

Spetember 10 Sydney Conservatorium Jazz Orchestra - debut National Tour

September 11 The Strides (Sydney)

September 13 & 14 Becc Sanderson (Scotland)  

September 20 & 21 Gian Slater (Melbourne) 

September 22 Charmaine Jones and Mike Bevan

September 26 Troy Roberts (USA) 

October 5 Alex Gibson (Sydney) 

October 17 Tim Chaisson (Canada)

October 25 Narissa Campbell (NYC) 

October 27 Jordie Lane (LA) 

October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)

November 17 Dan Sultan (Sydney)

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