Jazz/Swing/Funk/Soul
CategoriesImpossible to define but everywhere, Jazz can be anything from a lone soulful vocalist to a tight lineup of sax, guitar, bass and drums, from a mellow background piano to a wailing trumpet. If it ain't got that swing, it ain't jazz! With so many types and an infinite variety of singers, instruments and lineups to choose from, whether it's classic traditional jazz or a trip into the realms of bebop, swing, funk or Latin, the cats at Allegro have the jazz you crave!
5pce
5pce is a recently formed gathering of some of Melbourne's finest musicians. They perform a wide variety of musical styles from jazz ballads through to swing, Latin, soul, and even rock 'n' roll to really get the crowd dancing!
Victoria
Ali McGregor's Jazz Cigarette
Ali McGregor is one of Australia's most versatile singers. From the stages of Opera Australia to cabaret in the Spiegeltent and as a regular guest on ABC's Spicks and Specks her voice and her presence are unequalled. With Jazz Cigarette she joins forces with three of Melbourne's hottest young jazz musicians - Ben Winkelman on piano, Sam Anning on bass and Ben Hendry on drums. With songs that range from the most classic jazz ballads to downright sassy blues, this quartet is the perfect feature act or after-dinner entertainment. With songs made famous by singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Nina Simone and Billie Holliday, Jazz Cigarette both soothes and tantalises in the best possible way.
Victoria
Alison Riethmuller
As a performer, Alison Riethmuller is always impressive for her versatility and ability to connect with an audience. She has a real gift for interacting with her guests, and making every person in the room feel personally welcomed and entertained. She performs beautiful jazz interpretations, along with soul, R&B and other funky grooves.
Victoria
An Evening With A Dusky Bottle-Blonde
With her dark roots, wit and velvet blue voice, Dusky explores the phenomena of what a bottle-blonde can be with music from Marlene Dietrich, Dusty Springfield, Britney, Madonna and other blondes.
Victoria
Andy Williamson
Andy Williamson is a professional saxophonist and teacher with over fifteen years' performance experience. In this time he has played at almost all of the major venues and festivals that Australia can offer, performing with the likes of Nicki Bomba, Paul Grabowsky and Frankie J Holden.
Victoria
Anna Boulic
Harpist and vocalist Anna Boulic is one of Melbourne's premiere cabaret entertainers. Performing in French and in English, Anna has toured the country on the music festival circuit. She has taught and performed in Europe and has performed for the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Soiree de Gala.
Victoria
Anna Gilkison
Originally from New Zealand, Anna Gilkison was lucky enough to be born into a very musical family. From an early age, a love and appreciation of many different styles of music was firmly instilled in her. Studies in piano, trumpet and tuba fired up her interest in performing, but it wasn't until until being plonked in front of a big band aged 13 that she found her true passion - singing.
Victoria
Araliya
Araliya is an acoustic trio featuring vocalist Nilusha Dassenaike, guitarist Hugh Paddle and percussionist Alex Pertout in an intimate setting, performing charming arrangements of jazz, Latin and contemporary popular compositions.
Victoria
Arielle Jazz Trio
The Arielle Jazz Trio is Melbourne's leading contemporary jazz ensemble and is truly the definition of unique. With their ideal blend of delicate jazz and contemporary groove, the trio is fronted by the sultry vocals of multi award-winning singer and pianist, Sarah McKenzie. Supported by the sensitive bass playing of Djuna Lee and the understated drumming of Daniel Barwick, the trio performs in the well known styles of Norah Jones, Harry Connick Jnr, Diana Krall, Michael Buble and Madeleine Peyroux, whilst also adding their own voice and personality to jazz standards and entrancing original compositions.
Victoria
Avatar
Outstanding musicianship and an ever-expanding repertoire allow Avatar to tailor its performance to suit every occasion and need. Avatar can step up to perform in a concert environment at festivals and jazz venues or can supply a sublime unobtrusive background over which any corporate function or event will flow. Exploring the high end of Guitar Improvisation through each of these styles Avatar is expandable from duo format upwards.
Victoria
