Thursday 23 May Members $15 - Non Members $25 Sunday 26 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba Karen Anderson & Bridget Sweet Thunder Big Band (Big Band Jazz) Band 6pm – 9pm brisbanejazzclub O’Donoghue with Funky Miracle The 13-piece Sweet Thunder jazz orchestra received an overwhelming response ‘A Tribute to the Divas of Funk Soul and Blues’ from the audience at the 2018 Brisbane Big Band Festival, capped by a standing ovation from Festival Patrons - John Hoffman, John Morrison and Jackie (Vocal Jazz / Groove Jazz / Standards) Band 7.30pm – 10pm Cooper. Hoffman described the band as ‘the real thing’. With a unique repertoire, A sweet combination of two of our finest ‘Feel and Soul’ gals with one of exceptionally tight ensemble playing and nine accomplished soloists, this hugely Brisbane’s scorching - hottest groove bands? If you like your music sitting right experienced and energetic band is not to be missed. LIVE JAZZ! in the pocket, if you like your vocals dripping in whiskey and honey, then join us 1 Annie Street, Kangaroo Point Thursday 30 May Members $35 - Non Members $45 to pay homage to some of the greats, including Chaka Khan, Etta James, Aretha Franklin, Sharon Jones, The Staple Singers, Betty Davis and Rene Geyer at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) MAY 2019 | GIG GUIDE 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba Full details available on our website - www.brisbanejazzclub.com.au Friday 24 May Members $25 - Non Members $35 Rick Price at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) (Vocal Jazz / Blues / Pop Jazz) Band 7.30pm – 10pm 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba Chart-topping album Heaven Knows was released through Sony Music in 1992. In 1993, Sony/Columbia Records released Heaven Knows with a special limited The Andrew Sisters edition bonus disc - ‘Rarities’, an acoustic CD, featuring Listen To Your Heart, If IS... You Were My Baby, Wishin, We’ve Got Each Other, Not A Day Goes By, Where may Tribute Show and Band Are You Now and Peter Allen’s global hit Tenterfield Saddler. Join us as Rick (Vocal Jazz / Standards) Band 7.30pm – 10pm recreates this beautiful album. The Andrews Sisters Tribute Show consists of three sassy divas – Cherryn Friday 31 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 FESTIVAL TIME Lomas, Anita David & Claire Pavlou, backed by the Andrews Sisters Tribute Band. Together the khaki-clad gals bring back the gorgeous 3-part harmony at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) (SEE INSIDE FOR DETAILS) toe-tapping tunes of the Andrews Sisters! “Boogie Woogie” on the dance floor; 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba reminisce with “Rum n Coca Cola” & all aboard the “Chattanooga Choo Choo” A show guaranteed with fun and frolics! Lisa LaCelle Quintet ( Vocal Jazz / Standards / Pop Jazz) Band 7.30pm – 10pm Saturday 25 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 Lisa LaCelle Quintet does the 80s and 90s, promises to be a fun night of jazzed SPECIAL NOTE up favourites from LaCelle’s misspent youth. So don your shoulder pads, tease at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) your hair but please leave your mullets at home! Accompanied by a stellar band TEMPORARY RE-LOCATION and maybe even a special guest, this is sure to be wicked! 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba Due to renovations of the BJC clubhouse in The Mark Pradella Band ABOUT OUR CLUB.. May/June, all BJC shows will be held at featuring Peter Vance OPENING HOURS QRCC (Queensland Russian Community Centre) (Vocals - Standards / Vocal Jazz) Band 7.30pm – 10pm Thur, Fri and Sat evenings: 6.30pm - 11pm 19 Lotus St, Woolloongabba from The Mark Pradella Band presents a magic night of ‘Heart & Soul’. Join them Jazz Singers Jam Night (1st Thursday of month) 6pm - 11pm Friday 10 May until early July. for a smorgasbord of jazz, latin, funk, blues, and soul music with special guest Sunday evenings: 5pm - 10pm Peter Vance on vocals. These guys produce the best quality music combined Sun Brunch: 9.30am - 1pm (last Sun of every month) QRCC is a spacious venue with stage, with warmth and entertainment. Benny Wood – guitar, Sam Pace – keys, Ian bar and catering facilities. Townson – drums, Phil Jack – bass, Mark Pradella- saxes, clarinet and EWI, with ON-LINE BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED the fabulous soul vocalist Peter Vance. www.brisbanejazzclub.com.au Our own Staff and Volunteers and that special e: [email protected] / p: 3391 2006 DRESS CODE: Please note that dress codes apply. BJC atmosphere will be there to greet you to l l Refer to the website for further details. Air conditioned Fully licensed bar/cocktails enjoy many of your favourite jazz performers. l Catering on site by Story l Concession & Student prices Bridge Hotel chefs l Large deck with City views Information published in this guide may be subject to Dancing space may be limited or unavailable according to seating demands. BOOK ONLINE as usual. change or cancellation without notice. Dress Codes apply: Please refer to the website for details The Jazz Must Go On......
www.brisbanejazzclub.com.au/ozmanouche/ Thursday 2 May M $15 NM $20. Students $10 MAY 2019 GIGS Saturday 11 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 Jazz Singers Jam Night DUE TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF SEVERAL WEEKS at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) (Vocal Jazz) Music 7.00pm – 10pm OF BUILDING RENOVATIONS TO THE BJC CLUBHOUSE, 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba THE REST OF OUR SHOWS AND EVENTS FOR MAY AND Ingrid James introduces all the fun and spirit of this popular night with many JUNE WILL BE HELD AT ALTERNATIVE VENUES. The View From Madeleine’s Couch special guests including some of Brisbane’s finest Vocalists. Sharing the stage with very special guest Marcio Bahia (Brazil) with these amazing singers will be one of Brisbane’s hardest swinging Trios. All Band 7.30pm – 10pm enquiries to Ingrid James [email protected]. Brisbane With 21 years as one of Australia’s most accomplished and acclaimed Brazilian music groups, the band presents a very special show with Brazilian (and global), Youth Jazz Festival drumming legend Marcio Bahia. Marcio will be sitting in for an evening of bossa Friday 3 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 nova, samba, Brazilian jazz and a sneak preview of some of the songs the band at BEMAC - 102 Main St Kangaroo Point will be recording on their new album at the end of May. Caxton Street Jazz Band Join us for this brand-new event dedicated to the Jazz Stars of tomorrow!. Sunday 12 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 (New Orleans Groove / Trad Jazz / Vocal Jazz ) Band 7.30pm – 10pm Tuesday 7 May Tickets Adults $20 Under 18s $10 at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba Caxton Street Jazz Band has been entertaining audiences for over 40 years with Talkin Jazz 6.00pm – 6.25pm their hot jazz style, crisp arrangements and tight ensemble playing. Their broad Narangba Valley SHS Stage Big Band 6.40pm - 7.05pm Brisbane Big Band – ‘love the sound’ repertoire of jazz classics from the 1920s to the 1950s includes mainstream, Northside Youth Jazz Ensemble 7.20pm - 7.45pm Band 6.00pm – 9.00pm swing, trad/New Orleans revival and blues. The favourite and familiar names of Con Artists Jazz Orchestra 8.00pm - 8.25pm We are delighted to welcome back all the Italian charm and personality of UQ Big Band 8.40pm - 9.05pm Bernice Haydock, Tom Nicolson, John Braben, Paul Williams, Andrew Shaw and Domenico Taraborrelli to create a fun-filled night with Brad Esbensen and the Dave McCallum complete the quality line-up. BBB, and some amazing vocals with Alan Western. Join us for this unique occasion and be thrilled by Domenico’s vocals and accordion playing. Dine, Wednesday 8 May Tickets Adults $20 Under 18s $10 dance and just ‘amo il suono - love the sound’……… Anglican Church Grammar School Big Band 6.00pm – 6.25pm Saturday 4 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 Marist College Ashgrove Big Band 6.40pm - 7.05pm St Laurence’s College Big Band 7.20pm - 7.45pm Brisbane Shannon Marshall & ATC Jazz Orchestra 8.00pm - 8.25pm his SOULS ALMIGHTY Sandgate District High Senior Stage Band 8.40pm - 9.05pm Big Band Festival (Soul Jazz / Standards / Vocal Jazz ) Band 7.30pm – 10pm at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) Thursday 9 May Tickets Adults $20 Under 18s $10 As a cool and captivating musician blowing trumpet and flugelhorn, Shannon 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba is also a soulful vocalist. His performances with many of the country’s brightest St Peters Senior Stage Band 6-00pm - 6.25pm stars include James Morrison, Rhonda Burchmore, Glenn Shorrock, Emma Pask St Pauls Big Band 7.20pm - 7.45pm Thursday 16 May - Sunday 19 May and Tim Draxl. Shannon’s band, the Souls Almighty, features stride and blues Brisbane Regional Youth Jazz Ensemble 8.00pm - 8.25pm Thurs 16 May (evening) ������������M $20/NM $30 6.30pm-10.00pm piano virtuoso Wil Sargisson, legendary Australian bass player Greg Lyon and Queensland Youth Orchestra Big Band 8.40pm - 9.05pm Talkin’ Jazz, Brisbane City Big Band, Redland City Band and Brisbane’s young lion of the drum kit, Aaron Jansz. Brisbane Contemporary Jazz Orchestra Fri 17 May (evening) ������������������ M $25/NM $35 6.30pm-10.15pm Friday 10 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 Sweet Thunder, Barefoot Brass, Rocus Big Band, Brass Roots Live Sunday 5 May Members $20 - Non Members $30 at QRCC (Qld Russian Community Ctr) Sat 18 May (evening) ���������������� M $25/NM $35 6.30pm-10.15pm Chaika 19 Lotus St Woolloongabba The Lateshift Big Band, Kate Street Mob, Ipswich City Big Band, Valtozash Big Band (World jazz / Vocal Jazz) Band 6pm – 9pm Dezzie D and the Stingrayz Sun 19 May (day) ���������������������������M $20/NM $30 10am -1.30pm Chaika create worldly rhythmic textures inspired by Balkan vibrancy, Turkish (Vocal Rhythm and Blues / Swing) Band 7.30pm – 10pm The Swingalicious Big Band, Sheldon Big Band, Sheldon Dixieland markets, Celtic stories, and Australia’s own stunning landscapes. Their genre- Formed in 2013, this Rhythm & Blues outfit has been performing nonstop to Band blending sounds have been branded by fans as ‘Nomadic Folk-Jazz’. Employing audiences throughout South East Queensland. Their authentic, unique blend Sun 19 May (evening) ���������������M $25/NM $35 6.00pm-10.00pm ethereal harmonies (in several languages), a myriad of instruments and a of 40s and 50s Swing Rhythm & Blues draw their influences from artists such JMI Jazz Orchestra, Mango Jam Big Band, Pepperazzi Big Band, dynamic ability for discovery, Chaika reimagine and create their own exuberant as Ruth Brown, Ann Cole, Etta James, performing renditions of music which Brisbane Big Band music traversing incredible landscapes with jazz-like dexterity. encapsulates the swingin’ good times that has truly shaped the music industry.