A giant of modern guitar. A sound all his own. Bill Frisell returns to Australia for the first time in seven years - bringing his long-time trio with Rudy Royston (drums) and Thomas Morgan (bass). Winner of 12 DownBeat Best Guitarist titles and a Grammy Award, Frisell has shaped the sound of…

Renowned for her technical mastery and her remarkable ability to reimagine genre and form, Hiromi erases the lines between jazz and classical, taking audiences on an unchartered sonic journey. In The Piano Quintet, Hiromi expands on her impressive emotional range, joining forces with multi-GRAMMY-nominated string quartet, PUBLIQuartet (USA), to present a breathtaking blend…

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 splendor with bursts of the avant-garde, Frisell’s sound traverses the sweep of contemporary American musical history, whilst always maintaining a…

The Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues is back for its 35th iteration with a stellar four- day program from October 31st to November 3rd. Set across 11 local venues, headline acts include some of the country’s most exciting voices across genres and styles including Australian vocalist Emma Pask, First…

Dubbed “one of the most distinctive and original improvising guitarists of our time” by the New York Times, Frisell has been a seminal figure in modern American music for over 40 years, astoundingly original and breathtakingly prolific. With a repertoire that saunters between jazz, bluegrass, country, rock and folk, interwoven…

The press wrote he is one of the rare tenor heroes of this time. His nickname 'The Hurricane' comes from his explosive and expressive playing. Dutch Alexander honors the tradition of the old legendary Texas Tenors like Gene Ammons, Houston Person and Ike Quebec. His all-time hero was Stanley Turrentine…

Marlene knows the blues from an Aboriginal woman’s perspective. Her story is one of vulnerability, strength and survival. A biographical journey that encompasses a tapestry of political, social, and personal experiences, beautifully woven into her lyrics and songs. Blending original compositions and traditional blues numbers, the standout evocative blues anthem…

Award-winning Australian vocalist Emma Pask is heading back to Wangaratta for the 2025 Wangaratta Jazz & Blues Festival! A chance to catch one of Australia’s finest voices up close and personal, joined by her incredible Trio Band. Award winning vocalist Emma Pask is sure to delight as she interweaves storytelling…

Award-winning jazz vocalist Amelia Evans is one of Melbourne’s rising stars. With a love for storytelling via improvisation, Amelia is recognized for her breathtaking vocal virtuosity and ability to capture an audience with her authenticity and honesty. A finalist in the 2020 Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues National Jazz…

Award-winning jazz vocalist Amelia Evans is one of Melbourne’s rising stars. With a love for storytelling via improvisation, Amelia is recognized for her breathtaking vocal virtuosity and ability to capture an audience with her authenticity and honesty. A finalist in the 2020 Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues National Jazz…

Experience a sparkling homage to Spring when jazz vocalist Hetty Kate returns to the Lounge with songs from her newest release, recorded in Prague this year - a collection of songs embodying the season of renewal by Duke Ellington, Frank Loesser, Tommy Wolf and more. Described by James Morrison as…