This week at The Ellington

Join us for two superb nights of WAAPA Jazz graduation recitals Tuesday and Wednesday evening and witness the new breed of local talent ready to take on the world. The legendary fusion supergroup Manteca are back on Thursday featuring the next generation of musicians to steer this enigmatic ensemble. Narissa Campbell is revisiting her hometown from New York city for one show only this Friday, followed by the last gig of a 6 month residency from The Spread, featuring a trio of fine singers - Danny Martin, Jade Webb and Aaron Malone. Saturday sees return gigs from Blanche BuBois and the horny devils from Hornography. Sunday rounds out the weekend with singer songwriter senstation Jordie Lane who is touring from LA. Grab a ticket, catch a show and enjoy the finest live music Perth has to offer. 

TUESDAY from 7.00pm Jazz Graduation Recitals

Featuring 7.00pm Alana Macpherson, 8.00pm Ashley DeNeef and 9.00pm Ronan Chapple. WAAPA's outstanding graduating Jazz students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Bachelor of Music (Jazz) degree. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY from 7.00pm Jazz Graduation Recitals 

Featuring 7.00pm Conan Greenway, 8.00pm Valerio Fiorini and 9.00pm Tyler Michie. WAAPA's outstanding graduating Jazz students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Bachelor of Music (Jazz) degree. 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. This week will feature a jam session featuring the graduands from WAAPA. Click here for tickets

THURSDAY 7.00pm Manteca

Manteca, The Next Generation - Hear some of Perth’s top session muso’s playing Fusion, Jazz and R n B in a 9 piece band that includes Ric Eastman, Roy Martinez, Pat Reale, Annie Neil, Mario Annamalay and the horn section featuring Kieran, Benn, Matt and Simon. Manteca was conceived over 30 yrs ago by reedman and percussionist Uwe Stengel and it has recorded several albums and TV shows. Manteca - Next Gen version carries on that tradition. Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm Narissa Campbell (NYC) 

Narissa's music has its roots in jazz, weaves its way through sombre pop-ballads, bluesy folk songs, moody instrumentals and a lyricism full of thought and space. She explores a tricky, dark emotional landscape, lit with fleeting flashes of joy. You can get caught up in the late night jazz club ambience, but there’s always some hint of lost love and loneliness lurking around the corner. Ms. Campbell has developed a unique and deeply personal writing and performing voice. There is a sincere, raw and open emotional quality to her songs. Her voice shifts in mood and expressiveness, becoming rough and syrupy, plaintive, or smooth and sexy. She delivers a song with laid-back assurance and attitude of a young Peggy Lee. A prolific writer and seasoned performer, Nerissa penned all three of her albums, Paint Me Orange (2003), Musings of a Telescopic Tree (2009) and Blue Shadows (2012) and is currently finishing her most ambitious work yet, Little Little Just which combines her love of jazz & Balinese gamelan and explores a cross-cultural musical narrative commenting on identity, community & culture. The work not only explores her own relationship with Indonesia after a childhood spent in Bali, but also what community and culture means musically in the 21st century. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Danny Martin, Jade Webb and Aaron Malone

Tonight it's a team effort for the final week of the Spread residency at the Ellington. The band is bringing 3 amazing singers to the one stage for the royal send-off! Come listen to the vocal talents of Denny Martin, Jack Webb and Karl Malone on stage at The Ellington - the Spread is going to tear it up one last time by bringing you tunes you know and love. The Spread is: Sean Phillips on drums, Roy Martinez on bass, Chris Foster on keys, Harry Winton on guitar. Danny Martin, Jade Webb and Aaron Malone front and centre with vocals. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Blanche DuBois

Blanche DuBois return to The Ellington after a few month's hiatus for a special show with their live band. The sisters recently performed to international audiences in USA and Canada (including showcases at NXNE Festival in Toronto). Whilst in Canada they also commenced work on their 4th full-length album with producer Mike Timmins at the helm (guitarist - Cowboy Junkies). They'll be returning to the northern hemisphere to put the finishing touches on the album in the coming months, with a view to releasing the record mid-2014. Over the years Blanche DuBois have carved a name for themselves as one of Perth's finest acts - supporting the likes of Jewel, Sarah McLachlan, Ben Folds, Crosby Stills and Nash, Joe Cocker, Kasey Chambers, Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins and even The Bangles. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Hornography The Return

Back by popular demand and fresh off their debut on the Ellington Stage for the annual feature extravaganza “KNSGB”, Hornography comes together again to tell you that it’s totes OK to get loose every now and then. Bringing an 8-piece powerhouse band featuring vocalist Danny Martin and a four-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 5.30pm Jordie Lane (LA)

One of Australia's most acclaimed troubadours Jordie Lane will tour Australia this October/November to celebrate the release of his forthcoming EP 'Not Built To Last'. Released on October 18th through Vitamin Records, 'Not Built To Last' follows Lane's acclaimed 2011 album 'Blood Thinner' which was nominated for 'Best Blues & Roots Album' at the 2012 Australian Independent Music Awards and cemented him as one of the country's finest songwriting talents. Since releasing 'Blood Thinner', Lane has headlined four Australian tours, supported tours for The Moody Blues, Billy Bragg and Ruthie Foster, and released the single 'Fool For Love', which was downloaded over 40,000 times as iTunes Single of the Week. In May 2013, Lane relocated to Los Angeles, focusing on co-writing and recording for two months. He then toured North America in July and August, playing over 30 shows with main stage appearances at Winnipeg and Calgary Folk Festivals. Lane now returns to Australia to showcase the fruits of his labour with brand new songs from 'Not Built To Last', and his trademark stories from a life traveling the globe. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 28th October 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. Last month we had a diverse range of musicians play gypsy jazz, piano pieces from the ages and recipes with trumpets and a flute. Expect another wild night of extremely different and diverse Chamber Jam guru’s along with Phil Doncan who will be joining us for some live painting again… and it should have some very interesting results due to the nature of the music. Featuring Lousie Devenish (percussion) , ISQ String Quartet (Rachael Aquilina, violin, Teresa Vinci, violin, Bourby Webster, viola, Emma McCoy, cello) and Hot Paprika (Teresa Vinci, Ben Banyai, Peter Sackett and Jozsi Kajcsa). Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)

November 2 & 3 Sarah McLeod (Sydney)

November 5 Marihiko Hara (Japan) 

November 8 Pugsley Buzzard (Sydney)

November 14 Patrick James (Sydney)

November 17 Dan Sultan (Sydney)

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This week at The Ellington

Join us for a fabulous week of music kicking off with the new band "JOGS" featuring some fine local musical talent. Continuing the October WAAPA recital series this week is the graduands from the Contemporary Music program showcasing their talent on Tuesday and Wednesday evening. Canadian Tim Chaisson is touring with Deisel at present and will be performing for us on Thursday, so be sure to check that show out. Heading into the weekend we feature shows from Shameem, Penny King, Ota Fotu and Dd Soul with the Chelsea Cullen. Then unwind at the Sunday session with a new take on Beatles material from The Fab Three. 

MONDAY 7.00pm JOGS - Jeans O'Halloran Grigson Susnjar

As the name suggests, the lineup of JOGS initially met at their regular 5am fitness and workout sessions and eventually thought, "hey, we all play instruments, let's put our international sports modelling careers on hold for a minute and see if we can't whip up some tunes for a gig at the Ellington Jazz Club". It was only after they all started recognising each other at various gigs and the halls and corridors of WAAPA that they realised the standard of musicianship was higher than expected and nearly matched their strength, stamina and athletic prowess. They knew they could be onto a good thing. "Wait a minute" said Tom, "don't we need a bass player?" "No!" the other three shouted in semi-unison, dragging Tom from the piano and clamping his left hand to the lower register of the formidable Hammond Organ. "Learn these notes, it'll be fine. But your other hand should do some stuff as well." "I can hit things!" grinned Daniel, as he proceeded to hit some things. After much wailing and gnashing of teeth, Fred & Simon finally agreed to disagree as to who gets to play lead or rhythm guitar, and an extremely fit and toned modern improvising ensemble was born, ushering in an exciting new era and the debut of the challenging & demanding, yet curiously satisfying musical genre "Jazzthletics". Click here for tickets

TUESDAY from 6.00pm Contemporary Graduation Recitals 

Featuring 6.00pm Tom Drouet, 7.00pm Matt Keesing, 8.00pm Liyana Yusof and 9.00pm David D'Uva. WAAPA's outstanding graduating honours students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) degree. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY from 6.00pm Contemporary Graduation Recitals 

Featuring 6.00pm Ben Humphreys, 7.00pm Callum Morrison (HONOURS), 8.00pm Kiera Owen and 9.00pm Astrid Ripepi. WAAPA's outstanding graduating honours students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) Honours degree. 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 Tim Chaisson (touring from Canada)

Watch out Australia, Canadian Tim Chaisson is returning to our land to once again embrace the tour circuit with ARIA award winning artist Diesel. Chaisson will be joining Diesel on his ‘Let It Fly’ Tour where the pair will be on the road promoting their new EP titled ‘Last Shower’ due for release on the 11th October 2013 through ABC / UMA. Winner of the 2013 Best Roots Album at the Canadian East Coast Music Awards, playing at the 2013 SXSW festival, holding an impressive collection of awards and constantly performing to ever-expanding audiences across the globe, local audiences have had a taste of what Chaisson has to offer and are looking forward to seeing him back on our stages bringing forth his charismatic, humble and artisan approach to his work. Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm Shameem

You may know Shameem’s voice from her track “Turn It On” which has been featured in a major advertising campaign all over Western Australian primetime TV. Born in Australia to a Chinese-Malaysian father and an Iranian mother, this bubbly vocalist and songwriter enchants her audiences with her heartfelt, personal stories and spiritual influences in her songs. Shameem recently had a track nominated for the Independent Music Awards, and is recently returned from touring the USA and Canada where she performed at Canadian Music Festival. She has supported such artists as George Benson, Ronan Keating and Belinda Carlisle, and keeps a busy performing schedule. Her music often compared to that of such artists as Alicia Keys and Sade. To see what all the fuss is about, check out Shameem as she presents an evening of her unique concoction of soul, R&B and jazz with her hard-grooving band. Featuring: Shameem Taheri-Lee – vocals/ Astrid Ripepi – backing vocals/ Dom Barrett – Guitar/ Harry Mitchell – keys/ Callum Morrison - bass/ Ethan Darnell – drums. This performance will be a special one, as Shameem is in the midst of a crowd funding campaign for her next album recording in late 2013/ early 2014. Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30pm The Spread featuring Ofa Fotu (Odette Mercy)

Ofa is an incredible singer and awesome all round performer. You might know her by the name of Odette Mercy. She fronts funk/soul band Odette Mercy and Her Soul Atomics, who always put on a great show. She has also be seen performing about town with The Houstons’, The Corner and The Funk Club House Band. Ofa has an amazing stage presence which will get you dancing and leave you in a haze of awe. Ofa will be joined by The Spread, the Ellington’s house band which features: Sean Phillips on drums, Roy Martinez on bass, Chris Foster on keys and Harry Winton on guitar. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Penny King

Fresh from Crank studios, where she has been recording her debut album with her incredible band, Penny is back at her favourite venue for a night of her favourite tunes! Before Penny’s album launch (coming up at the Ellington very soon, so stay tuned!) come and see the band revisit some favourites; firmly rooted in jazz but taking in all styles in between. 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. Her position as vocal tutor in the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts’ jazz department is testament to her respected place in the thriving Perth Jazz scene. This show will feature her regular line up of Carl Mackey on saxophone, Tom O’Halloran on piano, and  Pete Jeavons on Double Bass plus very special guest Daniel Susnjar on drums. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Dd Soul ftg Chelsea Cullen

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 Chelsea Cullen, A Talented up and coming vocalist. Come down and enjoy the fine drinks and food menu the Ellington has to offer, Along with some entertaining music and great vibes, it will be a great night out!!! Vocals – Chelsea Cullen and Jaime Hall, 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

SUNDAY 5.30pm The Fab Three presents The Beatles

Beatles acoustic trio, The Fab Three, draws a group of experienced Perth musicians together by their love of one of the world’s greatest bands (Sorry, Rolling Stones fans, we mean The Beatles!). Brendan, Megan and Minky G have a rich background in WA’s original music scene: between them, they’ve played with The Morning Night; Ryan Webb and The Method; The Brow Horn Orchestra; Minky G and Rosco, and even at The Raw Comedy Festival! It’s a labour of love for these three muso’s to reproduce The Fab Four’s fantastic vocal harmonies as an acoustic trio: making their live shows the perfect way to relax and relive these amazing songs in a new way. We’re still not sure which one is John, Paul, George or Ringo, but this is a group worth seeing to find out! Click here for tickets

MONDAY 21st October 7.00pm Song Lounge 

Song Lounge @ The Ellington brings an array of local Perth artists to the stage to share their song writing stories with you in an intimate setting. Those who attended September's Song Lounge were treated to the beautiful voices and quirks of Elk Bell, Holly Norman and Rachel Gorman, finishing the evening with Noah Shilkin working the grand piano! We round closer to the end of the year for Song Lounge at The Ellington with a wealth of indi song writers including Jonathan Brain, Amanda Merdzan, Karin Page and Ryan Webb. Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

October 25 Narissa Campbell (NYC) 

October 27 Jordie Lane (LA) 

October 31 and Nov 1 Damien Leith (Sydney)

November 2 & 3 Sarah McLeod (Sydney)

November 5 Marihiko Hara (Japan) 

November 8 Pugsley Buzzard (Sydney)

November 14 Patrick James (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

This week at The Ellington

What an exciting week of music at The Ellington with 14 shows demonstrating a wide and diverse range of musical styles. Starting tonight with one of Australia's finest large ensembles, The Mace Francis Orchestra, performing music from their upcoming CD "Music for Average Photography". Following this will be some of WAAPA's best students presenting their Honours graduating recitals on Tuesday and Wednesday. Two of our favourite divas Libby Hammer and Ali Bodycoat are doing individual shows on Thursday and Friday and then a show together on Saturday with the Graham Wood Trio in support over all three nights. Add to this a couple of kids cushion concerts on Friday morning for the young ones. Late shows from Jade Webb (Friday) and GrooVe (Saturday) will lead into a double show Sunday with WAYJO and touring singer song writer Aimee Francis. 

MONDAY 8th October 7.00pm MFO Music for Average Photography

Tonight’s performance is a preview of the new MFO project called “Music For Average Photography” - a series on new music written to accompany some pretty average photographs taken this year with a camera phone.  A humours way to inspire some serious music. This new music will be recorded in mid Oct for a new MFO CD release.  Be the first to hear it.  The performance will also feature the return of trumpeter and MFO alumni Callum G’Froerer. Click here for tickets

TUESDAY 6.00pm Honours Jazz Graduation Recitals

Featuring Ben Matthews (piano), Patrick Van der Moezel (sax), Luke Miness (sax) and Jesse Byrom-Carter (bass). WAAPA's outstanding graduating honours students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Jazz Honours degree. Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 6.00pm Honours Jazz Graduation Recitals

Featuring Steve Vacca (guitar), Jeremy Thomson (guitar), Shaun Rammers (sax) and Kate Pass (bass). WAAPA's outstanding graduating honours students will astound you with their final performance before graduating with a Jazz Honours degree. 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 Libby Hammer 

Libby and the guys normally play weekends at the Ellington, so in honour of this unusual midweek spot, they are going to prepare something fabulous. They've told us that maybe they'll perform only weekday songs such as Stormy Monday, but at the time of going to print they couldn't think of any other weekday jazz songs, so they've said maybe they'll wear their jimmy jams. In any case, it's going to be special. Joined by band extraodinaire Graham Wood on piano, Ben Vanderwal on drummings and Nicholai Abbey on double bazz, this is the best way to end the week if your week finishes on a Thursday. Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 9.00am & 10.30am The Ellington cushion concerts for kids

The Ellington is putting on two cushion concerts for kids (and accompanying adults!).  The shows are at 9.30am and 11.00am (with doors at 9.00am and 10.30am respectively). Libby Hammer, one of Perth's most vibrant and energetic Jazz vocalists, along with four leading  musicians from the Perth Jazz scene - Chris Foster- piano, Nick Abbey - double bass, Michael Perkins – drums, and Steve Searle - multi-instrumentalist will introduce kids to the world of Jazz in a fun, interactive and intimate setting. They’ll also get to meet the mysterious but very cool 'Mister Jazzcat'. Just bring a cushion to sit on and be ready to have fun learning about Jazz. At around 50 minutes each, these shows are pitched at an age range of 4-7 years old but children of all ages are welcome and will be able to enjoy the event. Just bring a cushion to sit on and be ready to have some fun while you learn about jazz. (A limited number of chairs and seats are available for those patrons who require them). Click here for tickets 9.00am and 10.30am

FRIDAY 7.00pm The Amazing Ali Bodycoat Trio

If Saturday night is the loneliest night of the week, then why not come down to the Ellington on Friday night first and find someone awesome to dance with cheek to cheek on the Saturday!? Well regarded as one of Western Australia’s most talented and respected professional jazz vocalists, Ali Bodycoat has established herself as an unrivalled force in the local jazz industry. Tonight she is joined by basically what is regarded as the best looking older male boy band in the world - Graham Wood on piano, Ben Vanderwal on drums and Nick Abbery on bass. Live music is far more entertaining than dead music and where better to experience the best live music in Perth than the best live music venue in Perth!  Ditch the cold weather slippers and leg warmers and get into a smart casual jacket made from jazz standards, dream-filled cocktails and leather elbow pads. They're all the rage in Europe right now! Click here for tickets

FRIDAY 10.30 The Spread featuring Jade Webb

Jade Webb is a soulful and inspiring singer who as been performing in R&B, Funk and Pop bands for many years around town. You may have seen her fronting the successful Soul, Pop group Booty Jooce at The Aberdeen on Saturday nights. Jade’s immersion in such a wide range of music has given her voice and unmistakable individual sound, which is both sweet but powerful. This is a show not to be missed. Jade will be joined by the tightest house-band in town The Spread - Roy Martinez on bass, Sean Phillips on drums, Chris Foster on keys, Harry Winton on guitar and special guest  Danny Martin on backing vocals. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 7.00pm Ali Bodycoat and Libby Hammer are amazing

Think you need more to awaken the soul from its uninspired slumber?  The only possible event that could outshine these two nights of each wonderful woman serenading you in the most intimate of cabaret settings at Perth's most respected live music venue, is BOTH of them serenading you in the most intimate of cabaret settings at Perth's most respected live music venue! Your eyes don't deceive you, after digging through all the hyperbole of this gig write up, you will actually find a buried treasure consisting of the two most prominent first ladies of jazz, singing together on The Ellington stage. I know, why can't this happen every night of your life? After taking a minute to have your quivering soul regain composure after leaping out of its heart shaped box, how about I give you another reason to come feed it with more nourishing, life enriching music food? Along with the incredibly talented musicians these ladies will be performing with, these 3 special dates in October welcome back to The Ellington stage the musical cornerstone of the Club, Mr Graham Wood on piano. Dullsville? Not a chance with these 2 gals. Nothing open in Perth after 9pm? Hardly - there's another gig after this one with even more high energy tunes if you have the life in you! Get hungry while listening to inspiration pouring out of one of the best stage sound setups in the world? Got you covered, our kitchen is open until 2am. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30 GrooVe

GrooVe, intransitive verb. is the sense of a propulsive rhythmic "feel" or sense of "swing" created by the interaction of the music played by a band's rhythm section most commonly consisting of Serge "Bassface", Dan "Drumalicious", Maty "Keytastic", and Priam "Guitararific". Ultimately tied together by the vocal stylings of Kimberly "Cant Touch This" and Georgia "On Your Mind". Ubiquitous in popular music, GrooVe is a consideration in genres such as disco, funk, rock, fusion, and soul. GrooVe is often used to describe the aspects of certain music that makes one want to move, dance, or GrooVe, @ The Ellington October 12th. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 3.00pm WAYJO Swingin Sundays with Paddy Fitzallen

The WA Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO) Swing Band is inspired by the big bands of the 1930s to the 1960s, led by such icons as Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, Mel Lewis, Woody Herman and Stan Kenton. It focuses on developing ensemble playing to a high standard, while grooving to classic big band repertoire. Legendary trumpeter Paddy Fitzallen has performed with luminaries including Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Mel Tormé. This month he joins the WAYJO Swing Band to play a swinging set of classic big band tunes: the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Aimee Francis

Singer, songwriter Aimee Francis was born with a passion for music. Receiving her first guitar at the ripe old age of 10 , this self-confessed ‘girl who rocks’ has been touring the world and drawing inspiration from rock acts who “write good emotive songs”. The rare performance that Aimee will showcase at The Ellington, will be a stripped back, 2 piece, acoustic warm-up to the WA leg of Aimee’s ‘Loser’s Game’ Australian Tour, to promote the release of her debut single by the same name. A tour that kicked off in early September by supporting P!NK at Allphones Arena, Sydney. Rubbing shoulders with the likes of P!NK is not Aimee’s first encounter with international, music heavyweights. Supporting artists such as Pat Benetar and Steel Panther, Aimee has graced the stages of the infamous Viper Room (LA), The Key Club, The Forum and Melbourne’s Corner Hotel in her hometown. This self-managed powerhouse recently relocated to Sydney following a whirlwind trip to the USA playing shows at the Whisky A Go-Go, around LA and then New York, finishing up with five shows at Austin’s South by South West Festival. A finalist in the International Songwriting Competition for her song “Control”, Aimee also composed the theme song “Dreams” for the Australian Equestrian’s 2012 London Olympic song. Aimee’s debut single “Losers Game” is a raw guitar driven, rock-pop gem! Recorded at Electric Sun Studios in Sydney, the commanding vocals on the track are indicative of a life changing experience, of love and loss and sorrow. Proudly supported by Gibson Guitars, D’Addario Strings, Planet Waves and Orange Amps, this young lady is firmly on the front foot of what is promised to be a long and spectacular career in music! Click here for tickets

Monday 14th October JOGS - Jeans O'Halloran Grigson Susnjar

As the name suggests, the lineup of JOGS initially met at their regular 5am fitness and workout sessions and eventually thought, "hey, we all play instruments, let's put our international sports modelling careers on hold for a minute and see if we can't whip up some tunes for a gig at the Ellington Jazz Club". It was only after they all started recognising each other at various gigs and the halls and corridors of WAAPA that they realised the standard of musicianship was higher than expected and nearly matched their strength, stamina and athletic prowess. They knew they could be onto a good thing. "Wait a minute" said Tom, "don't we need a bass player?" "No!" the other three shouted in semi-unison, dragging Tom from the piano and clamping his left hand to the lower register of the formidable Hammond Organ. "Learn these notes, it'll be fine. But your other hand should do some stuff as well." "I can hit things!" grinned Daniel, as he proceeded to hit some things. After much wailing and gnashing of teeth, Fred & Simon finally agreed to disagree as to who gets to play lead or rhythm guitar, and an extremely fit and toned modern improvising ensemble was born, ushering in an exciting new era and the debut of the challenging & demanding, yet curiously satisfying musical genre "Jazzthletics". Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

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

This week at The Ellington

A short week at The Ellington but certainly no shortage of talent with great shows from Chamber Jam (Tues), PJS (Wed) and Malmac (Thurs). Then into the weekend with two touring acts from Sydney, Briana Cowlishaw on Friday and Alex Gibson Saturday. Late sets from The Spread with Aaron Malone (Fri) and an all instrumental late show from Daniel Susnjar (Sat), then Gina Williams wraps up the weekend with a great Sunday session. 

TUESDAY 7.00pm Chamber Jam

Chamber Jam at 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 Adam Pinto - Adam performs regularly as a soloist, chamber musician, and with the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra. He has also been recorded for broadcast by the A.B.C. He has performed at many International Arts Festivals, including the Perth International Arts Festival, The Totally Huge New Music Festival, The Government House Ballroom series, and The Port Fairy Spring Classical Music Festival. Adrian Kelly and Friends - Adrian Kelly (trumpet) is joined by Tresna Stampalia (flute), and special guest Stephen McAllen (narrator) for a selection of musical hors d'oeuvres and petit fours. A tasting plate of auditory delights! The Rogue Gypsies - a Perth based gypsy swing band, offer an eclectic mix of acoustic music from around the globe. Lachlan Gear (Guitar), Aaron Deacon (Guitar), Glenn Rogers (Guitar), Adrian Galante (Clarinet), Sarah Clare (Double bass), Anea Durotovic (Vocals). Click here for tickets

WEDNESDAY 7.00pm Perth Jazz Society The Collaboratory featuring Florisson, James and Crompton

As comfortable performing the likes of Stevie Wonder and Kimbra as they are Sinatra and Nina Simone, Adam James and Jade Crompton have long been staples of the Perth music scene. Moving seamlessly between jazz and the myriad of styles that make up 'contemporary music'. These two artists come together tonight to bring you their unique take on jazz. Joined by one of Perth's most in demand bass players Karl Florisson, this collaboration is sure to be acoustic jazz with a difference. 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 MalMac

Carl Mackey and Ricki Malet team up with Harry Mitchell, Ash de Neef and Chris Tarr to perform some high-energy music written by themselves and some of their favourite modern composers. After years of collaboration in other groups the guys have finally gotten together to share musical ideas in this quintet setting. You do not want to miss another. Click here for tickets

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

FRIDAY 7.00pm Briana Cowlishaw

A voice with a warm and silky timbre, lyrics that ooze honesty and contemplation and melodies that weave beautiful threads, Briana Cowlishaw is a Sydney raised vocalist and composer who has accomplished a large amount in her tender 24 years of age. Inspiration ranging from Nancy Wilson, The Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Ellis Regina, Fiona Apple, Ahmad Jamal and James Taylor, Briana’s approach to singing and composition is quite an intriguing one. Her unique creativity and ability as a performer, improviser and composer continues to cultivate new opportunities for the young vocalist and is paving a very exciting path for her career both in Australia and on an international front. 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 Alex Gibson

Having honed his skills busking on the streets of Sydney, Alex Gibson is set to tour the country celebrating the release of his first album ‘This is Life’, which debuted at number 2 on the iTunes Singer Songwriter Charts. Alex has recently shared his unique vocal tone with millions of people nation wide, resulting in 5 singles in the top 100 of the overall iTunes charts. ‘This is life’, Produced by James Englund and Mastered by Greg Calbi  (Bon Iver, John Mayer) is a collection of songs capturing the raw energy and honesty of his live performance and highlights his distinctive sound, that is at once sweet and sultry, and absolutely heartfelt. After cutting his teeth busking nation wide and headlining at some of Australia’s most prestigious venues, Alex is ready to hit the road and share his new album with Australia. Click here for tickets

SATURDAY 10.30pm Late Night Groove Series Presents Danny Susnjar and Friends

The LATE NIGHT GROOVE series goes full instrumental! Drummer Daniel Susnjar (based in the USA for the past 5 years) heads an all-star instrumental lineup performing high-energy R&B/gospel/fusion music. For this one-off show, Daniel has also integrated his expert knowledge of Afro-Peruvian rhythms into the mix to create truly unique modern grooves. A must-see event. Featuring Ricki Malet, Carl Mackey, Harry Winton and Nick Abbey. Click here for tickets

SUNDAY 5.30pm Gina Williams 

t's a rare performer who can capture the hearts and imagination of an audience, connecting deeply through the power of song. You know when it happens, there's that magical moment when a hush falls over the room; you can feel it, you know it's special. It's even more special when it's in a rare language. Yet that's exactly what Noongar singer-songwriter Gina Williams has been doing with audiences all over the world. You don't need to understand the words; love, loss, joy all mean the same things in anyone's language. Teaming up with her dear friend Guy Ghouse (Desert Child), Gina brings a modern take on an ancient tradition, merging evocative sounds, acoustic instruments and that incredible, beautiful voice. The natural rhythms of the language are perfectly captured, and there's an onstage connection that comes from two people who've grown up with similar soundtracks, who share a deep friendship and commitment to this music. Click here for tickets

MONDAY 8th October 7.00pm MFO Music for Average Photography

Tonight’s performance is a preview of the new MFO project called “Music For Average Photography” - a series on new music written to accompany some pretty average photographs taken this year with a camera phone.  A humours way to inspire some serious music. This new music will be recorded in mid Oct for a new MFO CD release.  Be the first to hear it.  The performance will also feature the return of trumpeter and MFO alumni Callum G’Froerer. Click here for tickets

Coming Soon:

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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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)

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