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jazz 4BB Jessie Duo/Trio-MelbourneJessie Duo, Trio & Band’ Nominee 'Best Blues Artist' - Hollywood Music In Media Awards 2011 Duo - Vocal & Acoustic Guitar |
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Jazz 5F Andy-solo-trio-Quartet-MelbourneSing us a song, you're the piano man! Think of all the great piano players and singer / songwriters of all time... Carole King, Billy Joel, Elton John, Ray Charles -- the list is almost endless. Then think of these all-time classic hits performed in the intimate surrounds of a piano lounge. Stunning. Just Andy and the piano, this performance mode is ideal for creating the perfect mood in piano bars, restaurants, hotel lobbies, service clubs and pubs. Take the guesswork and fuss out of live entertainment. Andy has performed over 1000 (that's right, one thousand) times in pubs and nightclubs, and he knows exactly what a live audience wants from a performer. Everything from top 40 to classic singalongs, Andy is as much at home in a nightclub as he is in a restaurant. Just Andy and his piano for that unique unplugged feel. Jazz 5E Trio-QuartetAndys quartet are energetic and spontaneous and have been wowing audiences across Australia for nearly a decade. At 27 years of age, Andy is what you’d call an “old soul”. His love for jazz and swing started at the tender age of 10, and since then Andy has developed into an accomplished and well respected performing artist. Combining the elegance of jazz classics with the fun and energy of party hits |
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Jazz 34A-MelbourneThe band gives you the genuine jazz experience from Melbourne's best working band. The group believes a good band can add atmosphere to an event without drawing the focus away from proceedings but can also provide entertainment when required. Corporate clients include BHP, L'Oreal, Ericsson, Ernst and Young, IBM, GE, Pfizer, Accenture and Telstra. In 2001 the group completed a six month contract at the Hotel Sofitel, Vietnam. Wedding performances are also a specialty. The genre is jazz but more specifically the sound is a blend of swing/blues/bossa nova and groove. Inspiration and repertoire comes from the swing of Louis Armstrong and Oscar Peterson, standards and show tunes of Frank Sinatra, smooth and subtle bossa nova of Stan Getz and Antonio Carlos Jobim and the cool and groove of Miles Davis and George Benson. The instrumental Trio is most appropriate for sophisticated and atmospheric background music but if dancing is anticipated we recommend adding our vocalist for later in the evening. |
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Jazz 35A-MelbourneA professional band that performs as a trio, four or five piece group. The number of players is usually determined by the size of the venue, number of guests and budget. |
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Jazz 36A-Dixieland- Jazz-MelbourneThree piece roving or stationery band playing all your traditional jazz hits. Saxaphone, Banjo/guitar, String bass. |
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Jazz 37A-MelbourneThis 9-17 piece band typically finesses the big swingin sounds of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and other big cats of the swingin 40's. Band can be cut down for smaller functions.
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Jazz 42A-MelbourneOur acoustic music is toe - tapping with mixture of Jazz and Blues spiced with Brazilian-Latin and New Orleans-Funk. We love playing our music and so do those around us. We would be ideal for Lazy Sunday Afternoon soire or a sheik function. | ![]() |
Jazz 54A-MelbourneA truly dynamic jazz line-up with a vast repertoire that ranges from jazz standards to Latin to blues and R n B. The Jazz band can perform as a duo, trio, quartet or quintet with the addition of drums, trombone or trumpet. As a duo or trio they can also entertain at functions with walk-around performances |
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Jazz 55A-Dixieland-MelbourneHappy foot-tapping music for every occasion This has been entertaining Victorians (and Melburnians in particular) since 1990, at birthdays, fetes, engagements, weddings, anniversaries and wakes, in theatres, restaurants, pubs, clubs, private homes, halls, shopping centres, trams, trains, in the open air - even the Melbourne Aquarium. View Video |
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Jazz 56A -NSWThree bands in one is how to describe this band. Other words and phrases that describe the band are engaging, dynamic, punctual, thoroughly professional, energetic, versatile, entertaining and always fun! This band is extremely versatile. As guests arrive, the band can start out by playing in their roving acoustic mode. Using an old brass megaphone to sing through, Slide takes the band back to the early days of jazz, performing from the repertoires of the likes of Louis Armstrong and Fats Waller. In this mode, the band is completely portable. Amplifiers are not required, so the band can move around and create quite an atmosphere as they engage your guests with their personality and style. In this mode they are perfect for outdoors (as electricity is not required) and being all acoustic means that the music never gets too loud. Over dinner, enjoy the cool crooning sounds of jazz, lounge, swing and bossa nova. The band will be quiet enough not to intrude on your guest’s conversations, yet they will contribute to setting a sophisticated ambience to the room. Repertoire includes songs made famous by Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Burt Bacharach, Chet Baker and Harry Connick Jnr. After dinner, let the dancing begin as the band morphs into their alter ego as an energetic and vibrant party band, playing from their pop, rock and dance repertoire. In this incarnation, the band plays songs from The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Kinks, James Brown, Pink, Scissor Sisters, The Killers, Hunters and Collectors, U2, Robbie Williams, Lenny Kravitz, Chili Peppers, Sneaky Sound System, Smashmouth, Queen, Billy Joel, Coldplay, Kiss, Powderfinger, Jamiroquai, Abba, Jet, Beastie Boys, Hoodoo Gurus, AC/DC, Bob Marley and Elvis (just to mention a few). They are experienced entertainers who read and connect with their audience. They are masters at creating the right “vibe” at the right time. The band’s extensive repertoire consists of over two hundred songs. |
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Jazz 66A- MelbourneWith a voice like smooth warm port, Michele has blessed the music scene for 15 years. She invites us to share with her a passionate affair with music. With a unique ability to sense and feel the song’s desires, her intimate connection with other musicians exposes the intricate relationships between melody and rhythm. The audience delightfully gets to explore with her the rhythms of jazz. Michele’s voice is often likened to the wonderful Sarah Vaughan, Diana Krall and Nora Jones. She is a performer who inspires an audience with sheer honest vocals. Music is truly a form of communication to SanMichele and this is reflected beautifully in her live performances as she reads the cues from her heart and her audience. |
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Jazz 67B-MelbourneAt last…here is a singer of quality & class, a real crooner with a golden voice, an entertainer in the style of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, and Charles Aznavour.. Thanks to his worldwide experience, Christian has had the privilege of performing with the world’s best entertainers and singers. His One Man Show is a reflection of the talent he has acquired, and has never ceased to amaze his public! Even as a one man show, the repertoire extends from swing to R’n’B . He is always backed by his sound technician and DJ Cook ywho injects a contagious ‘joie de vivre’ to complement any event! Inspired by the great tradition of American soul music and the fusion of blues, boogie woogie, jazz, R&B and love ballads, Christian was born… An Entertainer rarely seen today! Influenced by the greatest artists of show-business, by the swing and class of Frank Sinatra, the charisma on stage of Sammy Davis Jr, the elegance and the warmth of Nat King Cole and Louis Armstrong, and the energy of James Brown, Christian has created his own appealing style. As a talented musician, singer, arranger and studio bass player for CBS and Virgin Records, this excellent showman delivers the public a stunning performance and his cool style shows his hyper-professionnalism. Christian the showman alternates between soul, rhythm’n’blues and jazz. crooner as well as easy listening singer. Chris has toured many places in the world and has acquired experience through his shows. Christian can also put a live band together if required. |
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jazz 88B-Tribute to Frank Sinatra-MelbourneA 10 member band dedicated to recreating the style of entertainment that was made famous by Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin and the other great crooners of the 60’s and 70’s. With the incomparable Hans on vocals and a scintilating 10 piece orchestra, and promises a night of entertainment guaranteed to please everyone. Hans performs a fabulous tribute to the great FranK Sinatra. With authentic backing tracks to give the full band sound or with full 10 piece big band backing |
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97B Jazz-swing-MelbourneAn accomplished Actor and singer, Paul will take you through the swing era with great songs from Frank Sinatra, Peter Allan, Elvis Presley etc. backing tracks |
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Jazz 99-QueenslandAll Live and fully acoustic, Band 6 performs world class Jazz & Soulful Blues music that both creates a stylish atmosphere, and also gets every set of feet in the venue on the dancefloor Every member of Band 6 has an impressive resume and experience performing in 5-6 star venues and Jazz festivals internationally, as well as having worked with some of the big names in showbusiness. view Blues video |
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Jazz 105A-MelbourneA versatile, professional, stylish and unique Musical Trio that have been providing brilliant entertainment at a variety of venues to all kinds of audiences for the past twelve years. |
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Jazz-124C-Swing-MelbourneWith the real sound of the 20's-60's big band charts and artists, able to support any vocalist, or perform on their own. |
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Jazz Band 265A-MelbourneA Melbourne based Jazz band who are perfect to play for your event, whether it be a corporate function, cocktail party, bar mitzvah, wedding, house party, café, bar, or restaurant; especially for both smooth background music and grooving modern Jazz sounds. All the members of the band are currently studying a Bachelor of Music Performance at the renowned Victorian College of the Arts. |
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Jazz 266D-MelbourneOne of Melbourne's best kept secrets is that many of this town's most swingin' players are not men in ill-fitting suits! If you're after a tight, talented and professional jazz-swing and soul act that everyone will remember, then come land on the planet of these talented girls. listen |
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Jazz Duo 266A-Jazz-MelbourneThe duo play it from the heart and their consummate professionalism stems from a very simple mandate: communicate with the host, read the crowd, and focus on the music. This formula ensures the success of every event Kimba and Ryan attend. Duo combinations available as a guitar/vocal duo, piano/vocal duo, piano/guitar duo, a classic trio with double bass. You can even add a horn for a cool jazz sound. Ryan is also classically trained in the Japanese shamisen! video song list Jazz 266C -Band-Melbourne-Straight Jazz and SoulThey look as sharp as a tack and their live sounds dazzle. If you're after a group that will leave your guests grinning and talking about your event for weeks afterwards, Kimba and the boys deliver the sounds. Swing out with some gorgeous dinner jazz, steam along with some swing and jump blues, and hear the band drive home those classic pop and rock'n'roll favourites. They've also played funk, soul, and R'N'B music at many of Melbourne's premier live music venues. |
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Jazz Band 268A-MelbourneThe Band are a dynamic act, leaders of excellence in corporate and party entertainment. |
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Jazz Band 269A-MelbourneAll professional musicians greatly in demand for their versatile repertoire of Pop, R & B, Jazz, and latin. Covering all types of taste and styles. Jazz Band 269A-trio-MelbourneThe trio is made up of Richard on smooth vocals and percussion, Branko on cascading guitar and Peter on dark and mellow double bass. As you can see from the above ingredients, theTrio explore their love of the all-time standards made famous by such performers as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles et al, yet also bring that love to the modern work of people such as Tom Waits, Elvis Costello and Leonard Cohen. The three musicians perform as a well-oiled unit, swinging their way through any function. |
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Jazz Band 295A-MelbourneA jazz trio featuring the talents of Andrew on piano, Simon on acoustic bass, and Justin on drums. They have been performing together for over 15 years in venues all over Australia and individually in countries such as Turkey, Netherlands, New Caledonia, Spain, and Germany. They are perfect for any situation which requires an effortlessly smooth ambiance. |
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jazz Band 211C-solo-MelbourneRobert is an experienced reliable professional performer. He plays the classics with flare and imagination and is the perfect choice if you are searching for an act to create that special mood. His Repertoire includes tasteful (real instrument) backings with a song list that includes some of the greatest tunes ever written. His style incorporates straight played classics to jazz style traditional hits in a unique lounge edgy style that would suit both a corporate function to the relaxed laid back venue or event. Utilizing arrangements made famous by Michael Buble and Frank Sinatra, Robert is sure to please and will ensure your guests or clientele stay and play for longer. His Repertoire includes tasteful (real instrument) backings
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Jazz Band 271A-QldHot jazz from the Roaring Twenties The band are an exciting young band from Qld, Australia, aiming to bring new life to the hot and sweet sounds of 1920s and 1930s jazz bands such as those led by Duke Ellington, Fletcher Henderson and King Oliver. Formed in January 2004, the band is led by multi-instrumentalist Michael McQuaid, and features a combination of musicians already highly regarded in the jazz world as well as some exciting newcomers. |
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Jazz-330AA-MelbourneChiara has a great soul voice and can accompany herself on Keys or guitar. A voice to melt the hardest of hearts, a formidable talent!” Colm O’Hare Hot Press “She is a serious talent...” PJ Curtis Broadcaster “Chiara Browne’s solo debut marks her out as a singer-songwriter with enough quirkiness to set her apart...Inspired.” Siobhan Long The Irish Times Australian native & Wicklow resident Chiara Browne has been working as a singer, songwriter & musician in Ireland for the past 8 years. Chiara signed to Warner Chappell Music when she was just 18, where she spent time in Nashville song writing. |
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Jazz 438C Duo-Latin-MelbourneWith an extensive repertoire ranging from, Classical, Jazz, Latin, Brazilian. Big Band, Covers, to world music and professional, musical taste and ability, has made the band Robs Duo a sought after group in Australia and overseas.Robs duo is equally well known as a versatile dance band performing songs in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and French languages. Australian born singer of Italian origin. Nadia’s career is a colourful array of experiences ranging from television acting to voice over announcer, and a much-sought vocalist in the Australian industry. Nadia’s vocal career has diversified into a variety of music styles, from Opera to Musicals to Pop/Cover repertoire. Her vocal delivery and style is a unique blend of influences ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to Karen Carpenter to Christine Aguilera. Her current repertoire is an exquisite compilation of the most requested songs of the last thirty years. Comprising Latin, Italian, French, Portuguese and English popular hits. Trio Female Singer/PercussionMale Singer/Bass/GuitarKeyboard |
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Jazz Band 446A-MelbourneCONNIE is an American singer/songwriter who performs original Pop-Jazz and Smooth Jazz. She is a vocal interpreter of the wonderful stories told by the American Song Book and beyond. Reminiscent of Blossom Dearie and Junes Christy, but with the modern edge of "Sade" and "Sting", Connie creates light and shade. She sings with an unselfconscious joy that is truly infectious and enfolds the listener within the melody so that each performance is a shared experience that leaves no one out. Jazz Band 446B-MelbourneThe band is Australias only professional All Girl All Glamorous Big Band. With a sound straight out of the 1940s when women took over from the men and showed the world they could swing more than their hips. These girls glitter, they glow, theyre hip and they know just how to get you swinging and singing along. With five saxes, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, piano bass and drums this is the real deal. These girls are all professional musicians having gone through many of Melbournes excellent music colleges and very proficient in reading as well as playing. The world premiere at Dizzys Jazz Club in Richmond was a treat for ears and eyes and the place was packed. They looked spectacular, dressed in a sea of brightly colored hand beaded tops and the audience was truly dazzled by their obvious talents as musicians. The music proved to be a popular choice with many commenting on how delightful it was to know every song. This band sticks to the standards to give that true 1940s experience. Connie who put the band together, is all you could ask for in a front person with a voice that simply releases the melody and a wicked sense of humor. |
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Jazz-swing band 447A-MelbourneOur library covers music from the classic big band era with music from Goodman, Miller, Basie, Shaw, Ellington, Herman,Dorsey, Zentner, James and many more. We are not locked into a set era or style of music and we have charts of many of the great standards and some of the better modern songs. With the resurgence of swinging music and dancing in America and Australia we have included more of the music suitable for the Lindy Hoppers and jivers in our repertoire also. We also have an Old Time dance book covering dances such as the Barn dance, Charmaine, Evening 3 step, Pride of Erin, Swing Waltz, Tangoette, etc.. We enjoy Latin rhythms too and play Cha Chas, the Rhumba, the Samba and the Mambo. We have great singers that can be added if vocals required and they sing favourites from Ella Fitzgerald, Billy Holiday, Shirley Bassey, Linda Ronstadt, Natalie and Nat King Cole, Joe Williams, Bobby Darin, Louis Prima, Michael Buble, Robbie Williams amongst others and we specialise in having many of Frank Sinatra’s most popular songs. |
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Jazz Pianist 511A-MelbourneGraham advanced pianist ability in classical, contemporary, relaxation/new age, jazz and blues: Graham brings to one’s establishment a wealth of experience and an accomplished contrast in styles. His playing appeals to the differing musical tastes of any audience whose attraction may range from the mellow introspective sound of new age piano to that of distinctive blues, the groove of jazz, bounce of honky-tonk, contemporary piano, or that of beautiful and charming classical. Solo no vocals. Jazz 511B-Duo MelbourneA quality musical act that boasts musical excellence and great entertainment! It has a play list of well - known bossa nova and jazz standards plus some funkier / groove versions of these and other more contemporary songs. Bittersweet boasts musical flexibility as it can perform as a Duo, a Trio, 4 piece, 5 piece or even larger. For the smaller combos of Duo and Trio, when that full band sound is required, quality backing arrangements are used. |
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Jazz 542A-Dixieland-MelbourneThe Band have been playing together for around 10 years and in that time have performed at a wide range of venues. Much of their work is promotional, especially around Christmas time. The trio is mostly used in shopping centres at this time of year. We also have done many vintage car shows, race meetings and even funerals. Adding one or two extra members when doing functions where dancing is encouraged. We recently had a two year stint at the Rosstown Hotel as a six piece band and we regularly perform with this band for the Victorian Jazz Club at its various venues. Our repertoire is extensive and consists mainly of traditional New Orleans jazz numbers.The full line up is trumpet, trombone, clarinet, tuba, banjo and drums. Both the trumpet and trombone players sing with the occasional song sung by the reeds player. |
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Jazz 555A-Dixieland-MelbourneA 6-piece Melbourne trad jazz and dixieland band, formed in early 2009. Their fresh take on the classic standards of the 20's and 30's brings a foot-tapping appeal to any event, whether it be a festival (jazz festivals, food & wine festivals), a party (weddings, birthdays, etc) or a corporate function. video
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Jazz 673A-jazz vocalist-MelbourneWith a wide repetoire and a style to suit all occassions, Jennie is the ideal entertainer for your next corporate or private function, with styles ranging from easy listening to pop, classics to big-band swing. Accompanied by pianist. |
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Jazz 675A-MelbourneA quartet consisting of Double Bass, Violin, Jazz- Classical/ guitar Vocals. |
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Jazz Band 745A-MelbourneA six piece Dixieland Jazz Band based in Melbourne, Victoria. Our extensive repertoire enables us to present an extremely wide and varied range of programs, including:- |
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Jazz-swing 770C- 80's Brat pack-melbourneThe dynamic trio of Brian Mannix, Eve Von Bibra and Scott Carne will woo you with their electrifying and charismatic performance, the gags, the costumes and the hilarious between-song banter …. in the tradition of the Rat Pack ( Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Co. ), and backed by the ultimate big swing band, lead by the highly respected piano player MD/Mark Fitzgibbon. |
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Jazz Band 783A-MelbourneAvailable as a trio, quartet, or quintet format and feature the great tunes of the 20th Century. Specializing in providing the perfect ambience for your wedding, party or function. The music we present is influenced by the greats of Jazz including Benny Goodman, Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, Paul Desmond, Ella Fitzgerald, Lester Young, Ray Brown, and Billie Holiday.
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Jazz Band 784A-QueenslandDirect from the world famous clubs of Bourbon Street in New Orleans comes "Hollywood" Herb.. Come spend an evening with Herb and his band as he takes you on a musical journey back to his hometown of New Orleans. From tunes made famous his late great grandfather Louis Armstrong, to the funky dance grooves of New Orleans rhythm and blues, you are in for a night of great entertainment! Herb has sung with the likes of Bobby Womack and Missy Elliott, and for the last 5 years was the opening act for the New Orleans own Neville Brothers Show at the famous Tipitina's. Herb's connections to Australia began in 1999 when he met his wife Lisa and began a love affair which was to transform both their lives. Since his arrival Herb has completely wowed the local entertainment scene with his solo performances and his band, the Royal St. Krewe. Performing Herb's "Tribute to Louis Armstrong" show plus a mixture of New Orleans grooves, jazz standards and dance music, Herb and the Krewe will have you up and dancing from the opening bars! Herb's individual style brings a fresh sound to the timeless traditions of jazz, blues and swing.After taking in the floorshow, kick up your heels and dance the night away as Herb covers a variety of dance hits from artists such as Joe Cocker, the Commitments, Ray Charles, Sam and Dave and Elvis, just to name a few! |
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Jazz Band 785A-AdelaideThe Band has sold over 25,000 albums, picked up two Australian Live Music Awards and performed frontline for international acts such as Harry Connick Jr, Olivia Newton John and George Benson. |
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