Welcome

 

The Paris Cat has established a reputation as one of Melbourne’s premier jazz clubs and performing arts venues. It has launched the careers of many up and coming Australian jazz artists and hosted an array of outstanding International jazz concerts over the past 5 years. Your support has been crucial in it’s success and we thank you.

Artistic Director – Serge Carnovale

 

BUY TICKETS ON LINE….Due to strong public demand the Paris Cat has introduced a new on line booking system powered by ROLLER. This has been introduced to improve our service. An ON LINE BOOKING will guarantee you seating and entry to any advertised event. Alternatively tickets are available at the door but be early to ensure entry on main nights. PLEASE NOTE we no longer take phone or email bookings. Just click BUY TICKETS and enjoy the show.

Adam Rudegeair trio

Thursday 23rd February 2012

Adam Rudegeair breaks in the new year with a thrilling and soulful trio performance.
Since launching his latest album ‘Bayou Tapestry’ in February, Adam has been playing and composing across the UK, Europe, and the USA. He will be premiering new works inspired by his travels, as well as a slew of standards with a modern twist. Adam and his trio are equally comfortable zooming through an up-tempo swinger, or getting down in the dirt with some gutbucket New Orleans funk. Rounding out the group are two of Melbourne’s most in-demand sidemen: Adam Spiegl (bass) and Edward York (drums).

 

 

Tamara Kuldin’s Dirty Martini

Friday 24th February 2012

Sit back and indulge in a fabulous Friday night as sassy songstress Tamara Kuldin continues to captivate and entertain Paris cat audiences, dusting the cobwebs off old cheeky vintage tunes from Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald to Ethel Waters. Tamara Kuldin’s Dirty Martini features the ever charming & talented Danny Farrugia- drums Steve Paix-keys Kim May- double bass and Gianni Marinucci- trumpet….plus as always a few naughty tales.

Genre- Jazz with a tinge of cabaret

 

 

Heather Stewart ”Sings Billie Holiday”

Saturday 25th February 2012

Heather Stewart is a rare breed of musician. She returns by popular demand to perform at the Paris Cat shows this weekend. Heather has a huge voice and is an immensely talented violinist. Her Billie Holiday tribute show has established Heather as a club favorite with 3 sell out shows this year. Heather and her wonderful band return for another memorable evening.

Sueann CD Launch

Tuesday 28th February 2012

Local singer and songwriter Sueann celebrates the release of her new CD entitled LOVERMAN. This new CD captivates and charms with elegance and cool delight. The songs feature beautiful lyrics and heart felt tunes. The members include Dan Robertson-piano Daigo Nakai-bass Chealsea Allen-drums Matt Foudoulis-guitar. This promises to be a great night of fusion, jazz standards in a very original interpretation.

 

 

Elly Hoyt & the Julius Schwing Quartet

Wednesday 29th February 2012

After receiving a BELL AWARD for Best Jazz Album at last  years Bell Awards, Elly Hoyt returns for another Paris Cat show. This time she teams up with the Hobart based  Julius Schwing quartet. This modern jazz ensemble features a high energy yet sensitive approach to improvisation and writing. Formed 18 months ago and influenced by its rugged surroundings, the bands material consists mainly of Julius’s own compositions but also standards and often extensive group improvisation. Elly joins the group in what promises to be a special event.

James Osborne Collective

Thursday 01st March 2012

The James Osborne jazz Collective recently released their new CD with Newmarket records entitled ”Playtime” . The Collective features some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians performing contemporary and classic jazz. The band includes Andy Price-bass, David Alardice-piano, Christophe Genoux-tenor, Brae Grimes trumpet and James Osborne-drums.

 

 

Nichaud Fitzgibbon quartet

Friday 02nd March 2012

The Paris Cat is proud to present Nichaud Fitzgibbon. Regarded as Melbourne’s finest jazz stylist mixing it up with a bit of swing,Bossa, Blues and Grooves. Melbourne is one of the great musical cities and Nichaud is one of its treasures.

 

 

Julie O’Hara Quintet

Saturday 03rd March 2012

Julie O’Hara has established herself as one of Australia’s finest female jazz vocalists. This wonderful performer and Paris Cat favorite is the perfect Saturday night jazz act. The band will perform compositions from their upcoming CD Future Paradise plus a vocalese and vocalectic fusion of jazz and hip hop. The band includes Monique Dimattina-piano Tamara Murphy-bass Eamon McNelis- trumpet and Ed York-drums.

 

 

Sonya Veronica Quartet

Wednesday 07th March 2012

From pieces by Gainsbourg to Bill Evans, Sonya will be singing with her distinct voice and soulful interpretation, a melange of jazz standard and chanson Francoise. This is Sonya’s debut Paris Cat gig and she will be joined by fabulous musicians, Geoff Hughes-guitar Howard Cairns-bass and Gideon Marcus-drums.

 

 

Colectivo29 Tango ensemble

Thursday 08th March 2012

This Melbourne based Tango quintet perform dramatic and poetic beautiful music from Buenos Aires. Colectivo29 explore the traditions of Tango music, creating distinct textures and a lyricism based on their own personal and musical backgrounds.

Cannonball

Friday 09th March 2012

Cannonball is a fresh new sextet that is inspired by the jazz/groove/soul music of Julian ”Cannonball” Adderley. The music of this genre has a heavy blues and gospel influence and a deep infectious groove. The members are well established in the Australian Jazz and commercial music scenes and between them they have performed with the likes of Ray Charles, Jerry Lewis, Hugh Jackman, Michael Buble, James Morrison and The Australian Art Orchestra just to name a few. What a wonderful way to kick off the 2012 Paris Cat Jazz program.

 

 

Swing Train featuring Gianni Marinucci.

Saturday 10th March 2012

Melbourne based band leader/trumpeter and vocalist Gianni Marinucci’s Swing Train project has features some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians, including Bob Sedergreen-piano Paul Williamson- sax Frank Disario-bass  and Ronny Ferella- drums. The group will perform a wonderful selection of jazz standards and is always always a fun night.

Brecker Mecca

Wednesday 14th March 2012

Brecker Mecca, formed in 2011, is at heart a tribute to the great American saxophonist Michael Brecker, whose legacy continues to live on since his death in 2007. Michael’s later work focused on small group modern jazz, and it is this repertoire that Brecker Mecca utilize. Earthy Blues with harmonic complexity, New York Latin Jazz and post-bop nuances, as well as some of our own compositions. Featuring Richard Butler- tenor sax David Hicks- drums Marty Hicks- piano and Kim May- bass.

Ken Schroder’s ”Jazz n Samba”

Thursday 15th March 2012

SHaBooM!!  Ken Schroder-sax Hugh Harvey-drums Leigh Barker-bass Gianni Marinucci- trumpet are soon to record for the ABC. This chordless group is digging into a heap of original tunes by Schroder. New, fresh and exciting.

 

 

Alexander Nettelbeck trio with Carrie Lakin [SYD]

Friday 16th March 2012

Since their inception in 2009, Melbourne’s very own Alexander Nettelbeck Trio have captivated audiences with their energetic and undeniably talented breed of jazz. After a recent return from Italy where there is a growing support for the trio. The band will perform for one night only featuring Sydney-based  jazz vocalist Carrie Lakin Bassist Jonathan Zion and Simone White [SFO/SYD].

Hetty Kate ”Vive La Difference”

Saturday 17th March 2012

“Gallic tunes, songs about Paris and ditties written whilst the composer ate a snail”
Vive La Différence, led by Hetty “Rosbif” Kate (vocals) and Christophe “Grenouille” Genoux (saxophone/vocals) is a European inspired quintet.. and showcases an array of songs in red, white and blue from the depths of French Chanson to Cole Porter’s whimsical odes of Parisian life. Doing their best for cross cultural relations, British Hetty and French Christophe will lead you on a beautiful lyrical journey.. expect swing, sentiment, surprises and perhaps a sing-a-long or two! With Jon Delaney (Manouche Guitar), George Butrumlis (Piano Accordion) and Leigh Barker (Double Bass).

 

 

Alex & Nilusha CD Launch

Wednesday 21st March 2012

Celebrating the launch of their new CD, Alex & Nilusha have drawn together a stellar cast of Australia’s most distinctive performers to participate in their vision. It includes pianists Joe Chindamo and Tony Gould, trumpeter Miroslav Bukovsky, drummer David Jones, guitarist Leonard Grigoryan, sarodist Saby Bhattacharya, bassist Craig Newman, as well as the legendary Latin jazz flautist Dave Valentin. The album also features Alex, the distinctive, creative percussionist and Nilusha, her voice gentle and beguiling. She has a knack for phrasing, stretching words out for meaning and creating a sensuous current while heightening the rhythm.

Genre- Jazz/Latin

Show time- 9-00pm  $15

Mirko Guerrini [Italy]

Thursday 22nd March 2012

MIRKO GUERRINI was born and trained in Florence and is currently the professor of saxophone at the Guiseppe Verdi School of Music at Prato. He has performed with many leading Italian musicians including Stefano Bollani, Stefano Battaglia, and Fabio Morgera. Mirko is in town and will perform an exclusive evening featuring some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.

 

 

Bec Laughton quintet [Bris]

Friday 23rd March 2012

Having studied at the Queensland conservatorium of music, Brisbane based vocalist Bec Laughton is a quirky young songbird who has been coined as a ”vocal powerhouse” with ”Lion Lungs”. Returning fresh from a European tour beware of the cheeky soul/pop concoction of this fiery songstress. Nominated 5 times for the Q song awards across the last 3 years there is no question of her ability to pen a tune. Bec took out the winning song for her track ”Holly Love” which will soon be heard as the theme for one of Germany’s biggest phone companies. She will be performing tracks from her EP ”First Sight” and more.

 

 

Doug De Vries trio [early show]

Saturday 24th March 2012

Doug De Vries is one of Australia’s best and most versatile guitarists and composers, excelling in a variety of musical genres from jazz to new tango to traditional and contemporary Brazilian music. Doug will be accompanied by Frank Di Sario-bass and Al Kerr-percussion.

 

 

Julie O’Hara & Ultrafox CD Launch

Thursday 29th March 2012

Ultrafox, Australia’s premier gypsy swing ensemble return to the Paris Cat with vocalist and vocalese artist Julie O’hara to launch their debut CD ” Chasing Shadows”. This is hot swinging jazz manouche, a la Hot Club of France. The band includes Peter Baylor- guitar/vocals Jon Delany- guitar Julie O’hara- vocals Kain Borlase- bass Andy Baylor- violin and special guest Michael McQuaid on clarinet & tenor sax. CD available at the club on the night.

 

Genre-Gypsy/swing-Jazz

Show time- 9-00pm $20

Rita Satch quartet

Friday 30th March 2012

”Rita Satch is the best singer songwriter to hit the scene in a long time. A precocious talent”- Mark Fitzgibbon. 21 Year old Melbourne artists Rita Satch brings a fresh and unique sound to the music scene. After recent sell-out shows supporting Renee Gayer and Kate Cerbrano, Rita returns to the Paris Cat performing original works from her upcoming debut EP ”AWOKEN”.

Genre- Jazz/R&B

Show time- 9-30pm  $20

 

Fem Belling quartet

Saturday 31st March 2012

ARIA nominated and South African born jazz vocalist and violinist Fem Belling has exploded on the Melbourne jazz scene. Her versatile voice and powerful stage presence lends authenticity, verve and warmth to the jazz classics. Born of an artistic family, Fem’s farther is a renowned jazz pianist and made sure she was bathed in the sounds of Ellington, Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole and many more. This is Fem’s debut Paris Cat performance and it promises to be a wonderful evening.

Genre- Jazz

Show time- 9-30pm  $20