Event Series Shannon Barnett Quartet

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Shannon Barnett Quartet

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
Cologne-based Australian trombonist and composer Shannon Barnett and her German ensemble­ will hit the stage for a very special night at the JazzLab––their first Australian performances as a quartet in over seven years. After living and performing in NYC, Barnett moved to Germany to join the WDR Big Band and…

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Michelle Nicolle Quartet

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
Jazz vocalist and improviser extraordinaire Michelle Nicolle proved herself many years ago as one of Australia’s most gifted and expressive jazz vocalists. Warranting comparisons to the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Betty Carter, and Mel Tormé, Nicolle is a jazz singer in the true jazz tradition – a creative and masterful improviser with…

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: William Barton & Nduduzo Makhathini

The Substation 1 Market Street, Newport, VIC, Australia
In a very special MIJF collaboration, formidable Blue Note pianist, Nduduzo Makhathini (South Africa), will be joined by distinguished ARIA winner, 2023 Queensland Australian of the Year and Kalkadungu man, William Barton – whose peerless profile as a composer, vocalist and didgeridoo player has awarded him the title of the…

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: GoGo Penguin

Forum Melbourne 154 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
In what is sure to be sweet news for long-time fans, UK instrumental trio GoGo Penguin will make their long-awaited maiden voyage to Australia for an electrifying performance that is guaranteed to thrill audiences and convert even the staunchest jazz non-believer. The self-described “cinematic break-beat trio” have garnered a cult-like…
Event Series Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Daniel Gassin Crossover Band

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
Since moving to France and forming his eponymous band in 2017, Melbourne-raised, Paris-based jazz pianist Daniel Gassin has gained major recognition in the European jazz world, distinguished by his clever fusion of diverse influences and deft melodic touch. Performing all original material, the five-piece Daniel Gassin Crossover Band will present MIJF…
Event Series Nduduzo Makhathini

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Nduduzo Makhathini

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
The first South African musician to be signed to Blue Note Records and a long-time collaborator with Shabaka Hutchings, pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has carved a unique space for himself in the global jazz scene. Growing up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu, Makhathini draws influence from the ancient…
Event Series Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Elixir feat. Katie Noonan, Zac Hurren and Benjamin Hauptmann

Melbourne Recital Centre 31 Sturt St, Southbank, VIC, Australia
Celebrated Australian folk-jazz trio Elixir has been enchanting audiences since 1997. Featuring the sublime vocals of Katie Noonan, alongside saxophonist Zac Hurren and guitarist Benjamin Hauptmann, Elixir have amassed an impressive list of accolades, including the ARIA Award for Best Jazz Album and 13 weeks at #1 on the ARIA…
Event Series Nduduzo Makhathini

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Nduduzo Makhathini

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
The first South African musician to be signed to Blue Note Records and a long-time collaborator with Shabaka Hutchings, pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has carved a unique space for himself in the global jazz scene. Growing up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu, Makhathini draws influence from the ancient…
Event Series Nduduzo Makhathini

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Nduduzo Makhathini

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
The first South African musician to be signed to Blue Note Records and a long-time collaborator with Shabaka Hutchings, pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has carved a unique space for himself in the global jazz scene. Growing up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu, Makhathini draws influence from the ancient…

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Cécile McLorin Salvant

Arts Centre Melbourne Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Making her Melbourne International Jazz Festival debut – and bringing the 2023 festival to an unforgettable close – is celebrated Grammy-winning vocalist and composer, Cécile McLorin Salvant. A charismatic storyteller and dramatically charged performer, Salvant combines searingly emotive vocals with a captivating stage presence in a thrilling force that has…
Event Series Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Cécile McLorin Salvant

Arts Centre Melbourne Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Making her Melbourne International Jazz Festival debut – and bringing the 2023 festival to an unforgettable close – is celebrated Grammy-winning vocalist and composer, Cécile McLorin Salvant. A charismatic storyteller and dramatically charged performer, Salvant combines searingly emotive vocals with a captivating stage presence in a thrilling force that has…
Event Series Nduduzo Makhathini

Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Nduduzo Makhathini

The JazzLab 27 Leslie St, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
The first South African musician to be signed to Blue Note Records and a long-time collaborator with Shabaka Hutchings, pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has carved a unique space for himself in the global jazz scene. Growing up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu, Makhathini draws influence from the ancient…