Japanese pianist Makoto Ozone's performance was transformative, bringing new vigour to George Gershwin’s classic.

Jazzmeia Horn has rewritten the rules on vocal technique. Her Melbourne International Jazz Festival set was nothing short of sensational.

A glimmer of Gian Slater's new album and a world premiere commission for the maiden performance of one of Sydney's biggest jazz festivals.

Cheryl Durongpisitkul, Hand To Earth and ZÖJ among musicians celebrated for their groundbreaking contribution to Australian music.

Herbie Hancock rocks the Opera House with a brilliant band and 90 minutes of hard-driving, funk-infused jazz.

Six young saxophonists are in the running to win a $7,500 cash prize and a prestigious recording opportunity.

Jazzmeia Horn, Gian Slater and Noriko Tadano among the headline acts in this year's celebration of trailblazing women in jazz.

The Sydney venue’s latest jam-packed lineup follows through on its promise to place "a stronger focus on Australian arts”.

Gregg Arthur and the art of jazz singing: "I don’t want to be one of those guys who just impersonates a famous recording."

With a collective tally of 34 Grammy wins and one Oscar statuette, the artists performing at MIJF this year are among the giants of the genre.

Cameron Lam ponders music that evokes a particular time or place across Classical, Jazz and Sound Art in this month’s playlist.

Composers Elena Kats-Chernin, Elliott Gyger, Cheryl Durongpisitkul and Mindy Meng Wang among this year's finalists.