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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Sabor a Cuba

Old Methodist Meeting Hall 25 Pirie St, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Sabor a Cuba is a vibrant Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble led by Cuban trumpeter Lazaro Numa, blending traditional Cuban classics with his own original compositions. With infectious rhythms and Lazaro’s electrifying trumpet performance, they promise an unforgettable experience that will transport you straight to the lively streets of Old Havana. The AJF…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Harrison Smith Trio

Ern Malley Bar 137 Magill Rd, Stepney, SA, Australia
The Harrison Smith Trio features an exciting blend of modern jazz, funk, neo-soul and blues, featuring old classics and original tunes that will perk up your ears and keep you on the edge of your seat. The trio has performed at some of the top venues in South Australia, such…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Minnie Little Trad Band

State Library of South Australia North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Led by trombonist, vocalist and composer Jasmine Hall, the Minnie Little Band has been together since 2019 playing a mix of jazz, folk and pop original compositions. This line-up substitutes cello with trumpet to form the Minnie Little Trad Band. Get ready to get toe-tapping with their lively mix of your…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Millie Sarah’s ANZAC Day Ensemble with special guest Marlene Richards

The University of Adelaide North Terrace, SA, Australia
Fresh from her sell-out season at the 2025 Adelaide Fringe, award-winning jazz vocalist Millie Sarah brings her captivating and timeless style to the Adelaide Jazz Festival with a nostalgic nod to the melodies that defined an era in honour of our proud ANZAC heritage. Swoon to the ballads and stomp to the swing…

Mike Kenny: Blue Hues – In Concert

Pottery Lane Performance Space 1 Pottery Ln, Lane Cove, NSW, Australia
Trumpeter and composer Mike Kenny presents his song circle Blue Hues on Friday 25th April 2025 (Anzac Day) at The Pottery Lane Performance Space. Blue Hues is a song circle of twelve jazz tunes that draw on the blues as their muse. Mike will be joined by Melissa Kenny on vocals,…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Lynchian Art-Jazz by Djawbreaker

Immersive Light and Art 63 Light Square, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Known for his unforgettable use of music and sound in film and television, David Lynch’s haunting, twisted worlds will come alive as Kaurna Yerta jazz-rock group Djawbreaker takes you on a sonic journey deep into the eerie and the sublime, paired with accompanying visuals by Ryan Sahb across The Lab’s…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: Lynchian Art-Jazz by Djawbreaker

Immersive Light and Art 63 Light Square, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Known for his unforgettable use of music and sound in film and television, David Lynch’s haunting, twisted worlds will come alive as Kaurna Yerta jazz-rock group Djawbreaker takes you on a sonic journey deep into the eerie and the sublime, paired with accompanying visuals by Ryan Sahb across The Lab’s…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: King of Spain

Grace Emily Hotel 232 Waymouth St, Adelaide, SA, Australia
Listen carefully to the soul of King of Spain and what do you hear? The sultry nights of Spanish Harlem? A flash of feisty Madrid nightclub cool? The smouldering majesty of Miles Davis’ Sketches of Spain? Drawing inspiration from jazz legends like Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock, the band combines…
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Adelaide Jazz Festival: The Elder Conservatorium Big Band

The University of Adelaide North Terrace, SA, Australia
The Elder Conservatorium Big Band was formed by the original Head of Jazz, Hal Hall in the late 1970’s. Under the direction of Dusty Cox, the Big Band received the 2009 ‘Outstanding College Performance’ award in DownBeat’s ‘32nd Annual Student Music Awards’ – the first Australian University ensemble to receive…

Bird’s Basement: Prinnie Stevens

Bird's Basement 11 Singers Ln, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
After hit show Lady Sings The Blues Prinnie is back & this is no ordinary cabaret! It's where powerhouse vocals meet raw emotion, where musical theatre meets the raw energy of Soul, RnB, Pop, and Gospel. For over 25 years, Prinnie has captivated audiences with her unique blend of talent, from…

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