Jazz

Jazz… modern, vocals, classic, melodic, improv, keys, heartfelt, bass, soulful, drums, TASMANIAN. The Echo Band play the kind of jazz that’s bound to leave you cheering for more. Their musical journey promises to enchant and inspire, highlighting the diverse and dynamic world of modern jazz while paying tribute to its roots in blues and folk. […]

Michelle Nicolle is widely regarded as Australia’s pre‑eminent female jazz singer, celebrated for her emotional depth, elegance and fearless improvisation. Touring internationally for more than 26 years, she has performed at major festivals and venues across Europe, Asia and the USA, and alongside jazz greats including Wynton Marsalis and Kurt Elling. A Bell Award recipient, […]

Enjoy a lively lunchtime concert at the Devonport Country Club with Uncle Gus and the Rimshots, Tasmania’s favourite jump jive and swing band. Packed with swing hits by legends like Louis Jordan and Louis Prima, plus witty originals, this high‑energy group brings toe‑tapping rhythms, laughs and irresistible charm. Led by Gus Leighton’s roaring saxophone and […]

The Obradovic‑Tixier Duo brings together Croatian drummer Lada Obradovic and French pianist David Tixier in a compelling international collaboration that blends precision, lyricism and modern jazz sensibility. Grounded in strong rhythmic interplay and rich harmonic flow, their music balances Obradovic’s incisive, groove‑driven approach with Tixier’s elegant touch and spacious, unfolding harmonies. Subtle electronic textures and […]

Get ready for a rip‑roaring good time at The Central when Uncle Gus and the Rimshots hit the stage. This high‑octane jump jive and swing outfit delivers blistering brass, rolling rhythms and plenty of personality, drawing on swing favourites and sharp original tunes. Fronted by Gus Leighton’s powerhouse vocals and sax, the band’s infectious energy […]

Let rich harmonies and uplifting Gospel-inspired sounds set the tone for a relaxed evening of music and dining at Marion Storm Café. In the Groove brings their signature vocal blend to this intimate setting, filling the room with warmth, soul and musical joy as part of the Devonport Jazz program. Expect heartfelt songs, expressive harmony […]

Percival Stack is a unique musical partnership that brings together two of Australia’s most respected performers for an intimate and unforgettable live experience. At its heart, this concert is about connection – between double bass and voice, between musicians, and with the audience. Phil Stack, known for both his jazz credentials and his work with […]

Having returned to Australia after seven years immersed in the jazz scenes of New York City and Boston, Korean‑Australian pianist and composer Mina Yu brings a refined, globally informed voice to the stage with A Bunch of Smooth Operators. Drawing on influences ranging from Herbie Hancock and Eliane Elias to Satie and Ravel, Mina’s playing […]

Step back into the golden age of song as Jazz Juxtaposition puts its own sparkling spin on the Tin Pan Alley era. This lively Sydney trio is fronted by the irrepressible George Washingmachine (violin, vocals and the occasional surprise), joined by multi-instrumental marvel Clare O’Meara and the ever-elegant Peter Locke on piano. Expect Gershwin, Cole […]

Internationally celebrated bassist and vocalist Nicki Parrott brings her swing‑infused style to Devonport Jazz, joined by Peter Locke on piano and Andrew Dickinson on drums. Born in Newcastle and now recognised as one of the great jazz storytellers, Parrott has built a remarkable career spanning Sydney, New York and the world’s major jazz stages. A […]