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.

Tamara Kuldin’s Dirty Martini

Friday 18th May 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.

Hetty kate & Christophe Genoux ” Viva La Difference”

Saturday 19th May 2012

Featuring British vocalist Hetty “Rosbif” Kate and French saxophonist Christophe “Grenouille” Genoux, this fun quintet plays music made famous by the French and Francophiles across the globe. Aiming to do much for intercontinental relations in both English and French, Hetty and Christophe will be joined by Jon Delaney (gypsy guitar), Joe Ruberto (piano accordion) and Howard Cairns (double bass). Wear your beret, bring the vin rouge and leave room for some high quality brie! “Gallic melodies, songs about Paris and ditties written whilst the composer ate a snail..” Vive La Difference!

 

 

Emma Gilmartin Trio

Wednesday 23rd May 2012

In 2010 Emma launched her second album of duets “Home” with Tony Gould at The Paris Cat and is excited to be returning with her new trio featuring Jon Delaney on guitar and Tom Lee on double bass. This new collaboration features original music from all three members and a selection of standards from Ran Blake/Jeanne Lee’s seminal 1960′s recording ‘The Newest Sound Around’ (in new arrangements), as well as some seldom-heard gems from the past. The trio embraces a quiet but very lush, expansive aesthetic, with a warmth and genuine affection for the material, and a real commitment to lyricism in all its aspects.

Anton Delecca Quartet

Thursday 24th May 2012

Anton Delecca formed the original quartet in mid 1998 after returning from a year in Sydney. The band played several seasons at Melbourne jazz venue Bennetts Lane, recorded for the Australian national broadcaster’s radio programme ‘Jazztrack’, and in 2001 performed at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. From 2003 to 2007 the band took a hiatus while Anton focused attention on the world music inspired group The Situationists, as well as extensive touring and recording commitments with The Bamboos.
Anton Delecca-sax and his band featuring Mark Hannaford-piano Jonathan Zion-bass and Daniel Farrugia-drums.

Genre – Instrumental jazz

Show time – 9-30pm $15

Cannonball with special guest Oliva Chindamo

Friday 25th May 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.

Heather Stewart ”Sings Billie Holiday”

Saturday 26th May 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.

Gianni Marinucci Nonet

Wednesday 30th May 2012

The Gianni Marinucci Nonet features music by Miles Davis and Gil Evans from the Birth of the Cool album as well as original music recently recorded for ABC Jazztrack. This stellar line up includes Ben Robertson, Paul Williamson, Jordan Murray and Phil Noy. The band has become a regular feature of our annual jazz program and has consistently thrilled and delighted our jazz audiences.

 

 

Belinda Allchin Beetet

Thursday 31st May 2012

After a recent feature on Coxy’s Big Break versatile jazz vocalist Belinda Allchin and her band return for another Paris Cat show. The club was featured on the channel 7 prime time program along with a slick performance by Belinda’s band. The out-fit includes some of Melbourne’s finest young artists along with Carlo Barbaro and Alistair Parsons.

Noria Letts Quintet

Friday 01st June 2012

Let French vocalist Noria Letts take you on a musical journey blending an alluring range of influences and cultures. A wonderful passionate and warm entertainer. She sets the mood of France right here in Melbourne.

Swing Train featuring Gianni Marinucci.

Saturday 02nd June 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.

Adam Katz & Charlie Lim

Wednesday 06th June 2012

“Full of lush delicacy and soulful nuance, Charlie Lim’s voice is one that belies his youth and unassuming disposition. Coupled with Adam Katz, whose piano playing demonstrates a thoughtful balance between touch, technique and melodic sensibility, the duo is one not to be missed. They present intimately haunting original music encompassing both the folk-rock warrior and neo-soul groove merchant, interspersed with uniquely arranged covers.”

Keijzer & Delacca quartet

Thursday 07th June 2012

This new Melbourne band evolves around two tenor players.  Whilst bringing the European and Australian sounds of jazz closer together, Anton Delecca and Remco Keijzer are capable of fitting into virtually any context and bringing a focused intent that can be, in turns, frighteningly powerful and painfully lyrical. Both players are inspired by the new generation tenor sax players but also never lost track of the giants of jazz. The interplay between Keijzer and Delecca is visceral and palpably energetic.

 

The rhythm section is an essential part of their wonderful chemistry and will have Tom Lee on double bass and Hugh Harvey on drums

 

All these ingredients make for a highly accessible concoction, because the rather verbose improvisation remains secondary to the groove.

 

 

 

Tamara Kuldin’s Dirty Martini

Friday 08th June 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 Darrin Archer-keys Kim May- double bass and Gianni Marinucci- trumpet & Paul Williamson sax….plus as always a few naughty tales.

Hetty Kate sings the Carmen McRae songbook

Saturday 09th June 2012

Inspired by the hard swinging sound of Carmen McRae, Melbourne vocalist Hetty Kate and trombonist Nick Mulder have gathered a selection of their favourite songs from her stellar career spanning forty years. Known as ‘the singer’s singer’ Carmen McRae was one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th Century, and her songbook spans classic standards written in the 1930′s through to more modern interpretations of songs from the 1960′s. This is the debut performance for this new project from Nick and Hetty, and for this Saturday night they’ll be joined by wonderful musicians Bob Sedergreen (piano), Ben Robertson (bass), Darryn Farrugia (drums) and Remco Keijzer (tenor guitar).

Monash Recital Night

Wednesday 13th June 2012

The Paris Cat is proud to present the Monash University recital night featuring some of the best up and coming jazz musicians in Melbourne.

Luke Howard Trio

Thursday 14th June 2012

An infrequent gig for the Luke Howard Trio, with Daniel Farrugia-drums and Jonathan Zion-bass. They will play music from their 2010 album The Meadowlands along with some new compositions. Luke has recently returned from Reykjavik and in addition to the trio is composing for the Luke Howard Ensemble and Magnolia. Between the three of them they have performed with the Grigoryan brothers, Maddy Hay, Missy Higgens, Loir, Ian Moss, Doug Parkinson and the Melbourne Symphony, amongst many others.

Steve Sedergreen Quartet

Friday 15th June 2012

Innovative local jazz pianist Steve Sedergreen is no stranger to the Melbourne Jazz scene. His new quartet features hammond b3 maestro Kim Kelaart and Andrew Swan on drums and vocals. Together they perform variations on established jazz,blues and funk styles.

Elly Hoyt Quintet

Saturday 16th June 2012

This years Bell Award winner for Best Australian Jazz Vocal Album and winner of the 2008 Generations in jazz vocal scholarship Elly Hoyt has played along side some of the nations finest jazz artists including James Morrison, Phil Stack, James Muller and Don Burrows just to name a few. Elly and her quintet will perform an enchanting selection of Jazz standards and originals compositions in what will be a fantastic evening.

Jack Pantazis group

Thursday 21st June 2012

Melbourne guitarist Jack Pantazis leads this fusion quartet. Band members John Turcio-keys Adam Spiegl-bass, Lachlan Davidson-sax and brother Gerry-drums perform a selection of well arranged Jazz/fusion compositions. The group will perform songs form their recently released CD.

Trent White (Perth)

Friday 22nd June 2012

Perth jazz singer Trent White returns to Melbourne and favourite nightspot, Paris Cat, for a groovy evening of quirky takes and crafty interpretations of jazz songbook repertoire.  Trent, now 23, is establishing as one of Australia’s leading young vocalists and possesses a performance style and vocal ability beyond his years. Joined by a top-notch Melbourne trio in the engine room (rhythm section) tonight, don’t miss out on a very special concert of glowing jazz standard gems from a fresh voice to the Australian scene.