Pianist and composer Liv Andrea Hauge (Norway) is at the forefront of contemporary Scandinavian jazz. Performing in Australia for the first time, Hauge builds on her long-time trans-continental collaboration with Sydney-based improvising drummer Chloe Kim, forming a special trio with double bassist Jacques Emery. Hague’s compositions blend singable, pop-adjacent melodies…

Prolific pianist James Bowers delivers his My Quartet Album featuring drummer Shun Ishiwaka, bassist Marty Holoubek and trumpeter Ben Harrison in a fearless exploration of warped groove, jagged swing, and raw beauty – pushing boundaries with playful intensity and striking originality. Visions of Nar unites pianist Zela Margossian, saxophonist-composer Jeremy Rose, and tabla master Bobby Singh in a…

Champions of the UK’s cutting-edge jazz scene, Jazz re:freshed return with a bold and boundary-pushing double bill featuring Amy Gadiaga and DoomCannon, alongside a line-up of their best DJs. Originally founded to spotlight the talent of underrepresented young artists, Jazz re:freshed has since scouted and nurtured the biggest names in UK jazz including Shabaka Hutchings, Yussef Dayes,…

LETTUCE doesn’t just play – they transport. Blending funk, hip-hop, rock, psychedelia, jazz, and soul, they’re bringing the ultimate high-vibe. Renowned for their razor-sharp musicianship, infectious grooves, improvisational brilliance and high-energy live shows, LETTUCE draw on iconic influences such as Parliament-Funkadelic, Tower of Power and Herbie Hancock to create a sound…

lvdf is a thrilling new collaboration between four artists at the forefront of their respective jazz scenes: drummer Myele Manzanza (NZ), saxophonist Alex Hitchcock (UK), double bassist Michelangelo Scandroglio (Italy) and pianist Daniel Hayles (NZ). Described as “virtuosos” (The Guardian), “electric” (Okayplayer) and “absolutely crazy good” (Gilles Peterson), lvdf’s members…

Equal parts mesmerising and electric, Grammy Award winning jazz guitarist Bill Frisell returns to Sydney for one-night-only. For over 40 years, the extraordinarily original and prolific Bill Frisell has been a seminal figure in modern American music. From jazz, bluegrass, country, rock and roll, to folk, interwoven with metamorphic splendour…

GRAMMY-winning bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh, is one of the most in-demand musicians in New York’s jazz scene. Lauded by NPR as “a serious talent pushing the limits”, Oh has recorded and performed with many prolific jazz artists over the years including Pat Metheny, Kenny Barron and Terri…

Raki brings together Yolŋu songman Daniel Wilfred, pianist Paul Grabowsky, and trumpeter/electronic artist Peter Knight in a powerful fusion of sacred songs (manikay) and contemporary sound. Featuring voice, bilma, piano, trumpet and live electronics, this deeply moving collaboration honours Indigenous songlines through immersive, improvisational dialogue and profound cultural connection. ARIA-winning saxophonist-composer Jeremy Rose unveils Infinity II — a sonic…

GRAMMY-winning saxophonist and titan of modern music, Gary Bartz, brings his legendary artistry to Melbourne in a soul-stirring performance featuring some of Australia’s finest players. Across his decorated six-decade career, Bartz has long been revered for his mastery of the alto saxophone and his revolutionary approach to informal composition —…

Gregory Porter, the internationally acclaimed jazz and soul singer, is returning to Australia in 2025. He captivates audiences around the globe with his soulful baritone and deeply emotional performances with a voice that has been described as "liquid gold". His unique blend of jazz, soul, and gospel has earned him…

Inspired by Australia’s native Banksia plants, Banksia Trio brings together three of Tokyo’s most sought-after players: bassist Takashi Sugawa, pianist Masaki Hayashi, and drummer Shun Ishiwaka. Known for their dynamic sound and sharp improvisation, the trio creates bold and surprising jazz that’s both technically fearless and full of feeling. Fresh…