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.
Genre- Intimate Cool Jazz
Show time- 9-00pm $15/12
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.
Genre- Jazz/Blues
Show time- 9-30pm $20/15
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.
Genre- Jazz/Groove/Soul
Show time- 9-30pm $20/15
After smashing a debut at the Paris Cat last year, vocalist Lyn Gillett is back by popular demand. One of Melbourne’s most experienced and talented jazz singers, Lyn performs left-of-centre standards and originals, with the help of her musical director and close collaborator, Adam Rudegeair, and his trio. The band also features Adam Spiegl-bass and Sam Hirshfelder-drums. This is a performance sure to thrill lovers of classic jazz and blues.
Genre- Jazz/Blues
Show time- 9pm $15/10
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.
Genre- Jazz
Show time- 9pm $15/12
After a recent sold out CD launch of Irwell Street’s second album, Hetty Kate and Sam Lemann are back with their swinging string quartet. The 2011 release “11:60pm”, a collection of songs made famous by Rosemary Clooney, Flanagan and Allen, Bing Crosby, Django Reinhardt and Billie Holiday. Featuring Andy Baylor (guitar/mandolin) and Leigh Barker (double bass) you can expect island rhythms, up-tempo swing tunes, sassy blues and beautiful ballads from their new record and their first release ‘A Late Brunch On Irwell Street’.
Genre- 30/40′s Swing
Show time- 9-30pm $20/15
Outstanding young saxophonist/composer Paul Van Ross leads one of the most exciting ensembles currently on the Melbourne jazz scene today. The band features Hammond maestro Kim Kelaart. This highly energetic gig will include all original material, a swinging rhythm section, and a Hammond organ on stage..
Genre- Instrumental Jazz
Show time- 9-30pm $15/12
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 Kim May-bass, David Dower-piano, Ron Romero-tenor, Brae Grimes trumpet and James Osborne-drums.
Genre- Genre-Jazz
Show time- 9pm $15/12
Jazz pianist Adam Katz and his quintet features some of Melbourne’s finest young up and coming jazz artists. The band includes Adam on piano/rhodes Ben Anderson-sax Christian Meyer-guitar Brendan Tsui-bass and Sam Hirschfelder- drums. They perform a wonderful mix of originals tunes covering a range of music styles with some complex but very groovy arrangements. They truly are one of Melbourne’s best up and coming ensembles.
Genre- Jazz/funk
Show time- 9pm $15/10
Recently returned after years in NYC working with folks from Peter Gabriel, Suzanne Vega and Nora Jones bands, Jazz/Blues artist and singer/songwriter Monique Dimattina has been busy promoting her critically acclaimed second album ”Welcome Stranger”. This delightful performer is a Paris Cat favorite, her set features songs from her weekly 3RRR challenge, reworked jazz/blues standards and tales from Burwood to Broadway and back. Special guest line-up includes Phil Rex on bass, Andrew Reid on guitar and rock/roots legend drummer Ashley Davies.
Genre- Blues/Jazz
Show time- 9-30pm $25/20
James Macaulay is fast establishing a reputation as one of Melbourne’s finest up and coming trombonists. His new jazz/funk quintet features some fine Australian jazz talent with arrangements that have tight forms and grooves. The line up includes James Macaulay-trombone, Paul Williamson-trumpet, Hue Blaines-keys, Tamara Murphy-bass and Nick Martyn-drums.
Genre- Jazz/Funk
Show time- 9pm $15/10
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.
Genre- Instrumental fushion/jazz
Show time- 9pm $15/10
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.
Genre- French Jazz/Blues
Show time- 9-30pm $20/15
It’s been a year since the Keijzer’s New Standard Quartet played at the Paris Cat. But they’re back, stronger then ever.
Since leaving Amsterdam in 2009 Keijzer’s been performing with his Australian quartets and the Keijzer/McGuiness Quintet through Australia’s.
The New Standard quartet is performing Keijzer’s favorite standards made famous by players like John Coltrane, Joe Henderson and Stan Getz. With his all star line-up;
James Sherlock on guitar, Ben Robertson on bass and Craig Simon on drums the quartet will deliver these beautiful songs in their own original way.
Genre- Jazz
Show time- 9pm $15/12
Brisbane based singer songwriter Lauren Lucille possesses all the skills of a great composer and performer. She is blessed with a magnificent voice, a sound grasp of harmony and sophisticated rhythmic sense. Lauren is in town and will perform a selection of standards and original compositions with her Duo.
Genre- Jazz
Show time- 7-30pm $15/12
Sonja Horbelt Quintet feat. Nina Ferro and Kellie Santin – performing originals and standards, with Kim May and Bob Sedergreen. Often a sideperson in other ensembles, this group features Sonja’s originals and reunites her with long time collaborators Santin (recently returned from London) and Ferro (on a fleeting visit from London). Completing the line up are the ever astonishing Bob Sedergreen and in demand bassist Kim May.
Genre- Latin Jazz
Show time- 9-30pm $20/15
Having just relocated back to Australia after living and gigging in London, Josh makes his Melbourne debut at the Paris Cat in collaboration with UK bassist/producer Geoff Gascoyne. Inspired by the greats both past and present and Jamie Cullums ”Possibilities” album which draws on many influences from Jazz,Pop,Soul and R&B Grooves to European Electrica. The music is fresh, exciting and original sounding. Josh will preview tracks from his upcoming album mixed with some standards and not so standard classics. The band features some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.
Genre- Jazz/Soul/Pop
Show time- 9-30pm $18/15
Trio Agogo are one of the few Australian groups performing the Brazilian style of Choro. Their live show is a fiery display of one of the first true Brazilian instrumental music forms. Their new recording was conceived and written in Brazil and for this recording, they have invited some of the most exciting musicians currently playing and Choro in Australia. Together they bring the textures and sounds of the authentic Brazilian sound.
Genre- Brazilian Choro
Show time- 7-30pm $15/12
These lush vocal artistes present their distillation of the beauty they find in the magical combination of words and music. The repertoire comes from all the wonderful musical landscapes they have explored: classic blues and jazz, passionate Latin and traditional ballads, the great song writers of the 20th century such as Cole Porter, Jimmy Van Heusen, Hoagy Carmichael, the modern masters of today such as Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, Joni Mitchell, not to mention their own recent compositions. This concert is a vision of beauty, plain and simple: Leah and Pearly’s gorgeous voices, warm and rich as vintage wine, accompanied by classic piano trio led by the spectacular Marc Hannaford.
Genre- Jazz pop
Show time- 9pm $15/12
SEAN COFFIN is an internationally renowned saxophonist, composer, arranger and bandleader of many different original musical projects, three of which are the acclaimed Coffin Brothers (Live 2004, Living In Apocalyptic Times 2007) and scQUINT (Sean Coffin Quintet) and Sean Coffin Trio. Sean is an undergraduate of Berklee College of Music (BMus) 1996 studying with George Garzone, Hal Crook, Bill Pierce and post-graduate of Manhattan School of Music (MM) 1999 studying with Bob Mintzer, Garry Dial and Ludmilla Ulehla, both degrees majoring in Jazz Performance on the Saxophone.
Genre- Jazz
Show time- 9pm $15/12
The Paris Cat will be closed from Dec 18 and will re open on Jan 6 -2012. We have a wonderful January program scheduled, so stay tuned and see you in the New Year.
Acclaimed jazz artist ALBARE has just completed a successful national tour with his band Travel Diary. known as one of the early pioneers
of acid jazz in Australia in the early 90′s, Albare’s current style embraces jazz in its lyrical form earning him critical praise for his live performances and recording. The Albare Travel Diary” will feature Albare on guitar, Evripides Evripidou-Bass, Joe Chindamo-Piano and Michael Jordan-drums. This will be a wonderful event.
Genre-Jazz/Acid Jazz
9pm $15 pre-booking $20 at the door.
Mistaken Identity are one of Melbourne’s finest contemporary jazz quartets. The group has performed together for over 20 years and featured at numerous jazz festivals throughout Australia. Steve and Mel Sedergreen front the group accompanied by Nick Haywood-Bass and Ted Vining-drums.
Genre-Instrumental Jazz
Bookings Recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
Having recorded several albums and worked with the countries finest jazz artists James Sherlock is truly one of Australia’s jazz guitar masters. James has a very warm sound and is a creative and exceptional guitar soloist. He returns for another trio performance.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $15/12
Australian jazz singing doesn’t come much better than this. ”The weekend Australian”. Award winning jazz artist Michelle Nicole is known for her ability to get right to the heart of a song as well as being an in the moment improviser.
Genre- Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
It’s a bit like chamber music and traditional jazz with intricate flowing melodies and rich harmonies set to grooves inspired by the sounds of artists like Abdullah Ibrahim, Toumani Diabate and Youssou N’Dour. It’s music that calls the mind images of the salons of Paris 200 years ago, the bars of New Orleans 100 years ago, the townships of Capetown 50 years ago and the Paris Cat Jazz Club Melbourne today.
Genre- World music/ jazz
9-pm $15/12
The Denominators push the aesthetic of groove and melody forward. A strong sense of pulse is evident with an emphasis on simple melodic content coupled with interesting harmonic movement. Joining Brendon are some of Sydney’s best up and coming musicians. Hugh Barrett- piano ,Dave Jackson – alto sax and Paul Derricott- drums. The band draws on compositions from all members creating a true band sound.
Genre- Instrumental jazz
9pm $15/12
The raw and captivating emotion of this duo is underpinned with a relaxed sense of humor. Josh and David’s subliminal onstage communication is electrifying and creates music that will move you. Join two of the most virtuosic young performers in Australia as they launch their debut album.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $12/10
In a BASTILE DAY celebration the Paris Cat is proud to present Sydney based singer/songwriter Emma Hamilton in 2 exclusive Melbourne shows. Emma is on tour promoting her new album ”La Musique” released on the ABC jazz label. The album features some of Australia’s finest Jazz musicians and is produced and co-written by her brother Tom. ”This album truly captures the romance and passion of French music and is one of the best albums i have heard since opening the club in 2006”. – Serge Carnovale
Genre-French Jazz/pop
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9pm $20/15
It’s been 3 years since FRIENDS OF BARBRA last played Melbourne and now they are back for one night only at the Paris Cat. FRIENDS OF BARBRA is an award winning cabaret trio which specializes in performing the music of Barbara Streisand and a slew of other musical icons. Winners of the Green Room Award for ” Most Outstanding Musical Arrangements in a Cabaret” FRIENDS OF BARBRA has played sell out seasons in New York, Melbourne, Sydney and Berlin. Not to be missed.
Genre- Cabaret Musical
Bookings recommended. Email your request to info@pariscat.com.au or ph 9642-4711.
SECOND SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT
8pm show SOLD OUT Ticket price $30
10pm show TICKETS AVAILABLE Ticket price $30
Darrin Archer has gained a reputation as a great pianist and composer both in Melbourne and Sydney. He has completed a bachelor of Arts in music, composition and theory and studied jazz piano at the Sydney Conservatorium of music. His trio consists of Sam Pankhurst-bass and Hugh Harvey-drums.
Genre- Instrumental jazz
9-30pm $15/12
Pianist/composer Tom O’Halloran won the Limelight Magazine Award for Best Jazz Achievement in 2009 and this year will be a finalist in the Freedman Foundation Jazz Awards held at the Sydney Opera House. Daniel Susnjar-drums, based at Miami University returns for this tour reuniting with Pete Jeavons-bass and O’Halloran. This outfit ranges from modern swinging jazz to ambient, slow landscapes from Latin influenced compositions to intimate ballads. Their second album ” We Happy Few” [Jazzgroove] explores darker textures, improvisatory interaction with electronics and continues the catalog of unique compositions that is making the group identifiable. Not to be missed!
Genre-Instrumental Jazz
9pm $15/12
Innovative local jazz pianist Steve Sedergreen is no stranger to the Melbourne Jazz scene. His new quartet features hammond b3 maestro Kim Kelaart and together they perform variations on established jazz,blues and funk styles.
Genre- Jazz/Blues
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
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.
Genre- Tango
9pm $15/12
Heather Stewart is a rare breed of musician. She returns by popular demand and features in 2 exclusive 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.
Genre- 30′s/40′s Jazz
BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED
9-30pm $20/15
Kristin Berardi winner of the 2006 jazz voice competition at the 40th Montreux Jazz festival, Switzerland and award winning master jazz guitarist James Sherlock present an intimate and up close Gallery concert. The duo will feature songs from there debut CD including original compositions and jazz classics. The partnership between Berardi and Sherlock is an exquisite sound experience.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended
Show time 7-30pm $15/12
The Paris Cat is proud to present widely regarded Australian jazz pianist Mark Fitzgibbon and his swinging quartet featuring Craig Simon-drums, Tom Lee -bass and Dave Rex- sax. Join us and support the Launch of his new CD.
Bookings recommended
Genre- Instrumental swing/bee bop.
9-30pm $15/12
Tatu Rai are a very polished latin based ensemble. Their music touches on jazz, latin and world music influences. This energetic and colorful group have performed at festivals and clubs throughout Australia and have established a keen underground following.
Genre-Latin/Jazz
9pm $15/12
Melbourne based pianist/songwriter Adam Rudegeair and his band launched their new album”Bayou Tapestry” to a sell out crowd last month. It was fantastic evening with the band plunging into a conceptual gumbo of New Orleans-inspired voodoo swampfunk. They return for some more funky madness.
Genre- New Orleans Blues/Funk.
9-30pm $15/12
IIRO Rantala and PEKKA Kuusisto two internationally renowned virtuosi will put the tango fire in your heart. After touring the world for 18 years IIRO Rantalla is refreshingly still at the forefront of international pianism. PEKKA Kuusisto is one of the most versatile and distinctive musicians in the world today, always demonstrating his extraordinary individuality and imagination.
”Iiro Rantala is a pianistic sensation”- Gil Golstein-New York. ”Pekka Kuusisto may be the best thing to happen to classical music in years.” – The Guardian-UK.
Genre – Classical/Jazz
Bookings recommended
9pm $30/25
From influences including Aretha Franklin, Sun Ra, Tim Buckley, Billie Holiday and Mervyn Peake, Henry Manetta has forged a unique and improvisatory vocal synthesis of Jazz, Blues and Soul. ‘Henry’s music is very individual and very spaced and the band is definitely OUT THERE’….The band will perform tracks from his SEX JAZZ album and more.
Bookings recommended
Genre-Jazz Blues Soul
9-30pm $15/12
Chris McNulty’s is a voice of serene beauty and striking veracity, compelling emotional fervency and one of the foremost singer-composers on the scene today…Jazz wise UK. After moving to NYC in 1988 from Melbourne Chris McNulty has released 5 albums with another due for release later this year. This wonderful vocalist maintains an active touring schedule with appearances in the UK, Edinburgh Jazz festival and the Melbourne Jazz Festival just to name a few. The Paris Cat is proud to present Chris McNulty in concert as she teams up with good friend and Australian Jazz legend Paul Grabowsky.
Bookings recommended
9pm $20/15
PVR Quartet is becoming a popular Friday night act. The funky line-up includes Kim Kelaart Hammond B3, Graig Fermanis-guitar and Mark Lockett-drums.
Bookings recommended
Genre-Jazz/funk
9pm $15/12
Jazz vocalist and violinist Rita Satch will perform with her new quartet featuring Mark Fitzgibbon-piano Phil Rex-bass and Sam Bates-drums. This very talented and versatile young artist performs a selection of jazz standards with a hint of R & B.
Genre- Jazz/R&B
9pm $15/12
Jazz vocalist 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 at the Paris Cat in what will be a fantastic evening.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $15/12
Melbourne based pianist/songwriter Adam Rudegeair and his band launched their new album”Bayou Tapestry” to a sell out crowd last month. It was fantastic evening with the band plunging into a conceptual gumbo of New Orleans-inspired voodoo swampfunk. They return for some more funky madness.
Genre- New Orleans Blues/Funk.
9pm $15/12
After releasing her second album entitled ” Welcome Stranger” Jazz/Blues artist and singer/songwriter Monique Dimattina has been very busy performing and promoting her album. This delightful performer is a Paris Cat favorite and her all star line up features new songs from Monique’s weekly 3RRR challenge. The band includes Shane Riley- [guitar Tex Perkins] Shannon Birchall- [Bass John Butler trio] and Toby Lang- [ drums Kate Nash]
Genre-Blues/jazz
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
The Hot Jazz Alliance is a brand new band featuring six of the most exciting young ‘hot jazz’ musicians anywhere in the world today. Internationally-renowned Americans Josh Duffee (drums) and Andy Schumm (cornet) join forces with four Australians, creating authentic jazz sounds from the 1920s to thrill your ears and your feet.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $15/12
Heather Stewart is a rare breed of musician. She has a huge voice and
is an immensely talented violinist. Her Billie Holiday tribute show
in January this year was a sell-out. Heather and her band return for
another memorable evening.
Genre- 30′s/40′s Jazz
BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED
9pm $20/15
This band is born from a jazz musician’s desire to unleash the rock animal which is buried deep inside all of us and raises its horned head whenever. Back in black is heard on the radio. ”Sounds impressive!” Mal Stanley, Jazztrack, ABC classic FM.
The band features Tim Willis guitar, Jack Beechie alto sax, John Felstead Tenor sax, Gareth Hill Bass, Nick Martyn Drums.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $12/10
Sit back and indulge in a fabulous Friday night as sassy songstress Tamara Kludin dusts the cobwebs off some cheeky vintage tunes by diva delights such as Peggy Lee, Julie London & Bessie Smith. Tamara Kludin’s Dirty Martini features the charm and talent of Steve Paix-piano, Kim May-bass, Daniel Farrugia-drums and Gianni Marinucci-trumpet.
Genre- Jazz with a tinge of cabaret
9-30pm $15/12
Jazz vocalist and violinist Rita Satch will perform with the Alexander Nettelbeck Trio. This very talented and versatile young artist performs a selection of jazz standards with a hint of R & B.
Genre- Jazz/R&B
9pm $15/12
Australian jazz singing doesn’t come much better than this. ”The weekend Australian”. Award winning jazz artist Michelle Nicole is known for her ability to get right to the heart of a song as well as being an in the moment improviser.
Genre- Jazz
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $15/12
Jazz pianist Adam Katz and his quintet features some of Melbourne’s finest young up and coming jazz artists. The band includes Adam on piano/rhodes Ben Anderson-sax Christian Meyer-guitar Brendan Tsui-bass and Sam Hirschfelder- drums.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $12/10
Versatile and well respected jazz pianist Mark Fitzgibbon leads this awesome ensemble. Tom Lee-bass, Raj Jayawerra-drums and Dave Rex-sax make up the group. The band launches into some hard bop arrangements and some very exciting solos.
Genre-Modern jazz/bee bop
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $15/12
Ken Schroder-sax is well known for his work with Melbourne jazz out-fit “SPRING”. His ”Schroderini” project features guests artists who will perform jazz with a strong Latin influence interpreting music from Brasil and Cuba and Schroder’s newest original ”The Offering”. This weeks guests are Eric Budd-trombone, David Allardice-Piano, Andy Price-Double Bass and Andy Swann-Drums.
Genre- Jazz/Latin
9pm $15/12
PVR Quartet is becoming a popular Friday night act. The funky line-up includes Kim Kelaart Hammond B3, Graig Fermanis-guitar and Mark Lockett-drums.
Genre-Jazz/funk
9pm $15/12
Logic has been makin waves on the jazz/fusion world music scene since its inception in 1999. The ensemble has supported the YELLOW JACKETS and toured Australia’s and South East Asia’s major jazz festivals.
Genre- Jazz/Fusion
9pm $15/12
Creative Dutch born saxophone player Remco Keijzer and his New standard project features some of Melbourne’s finest jazz musicians. Guitar master James Sherlock, Tom Lee on bass and Darren Farrugia on drums.
Genre-Instrumental Jazz
9PM $15/12
The Melbourne based pianist/songwriter and his band launch their new album”Bayou Tapestry”. This promises to be a fantastic evening, plunging into a conceptual gumbo of New Orleans-inspired voodoo swampfunk.
Genre- New Orleans Blues/Funk.
9PM $15/12
Australian chanteuse, Maddy Hay with her celestial voice and hauntingly beautiful melodies is a musical gem. After the release of her debut album SMOKE IN THE CITY through the legendary Columbia records in Europe in 2009, she now brings us her second album TELL ME A STORY. Playful yet sultry, uninhibited yet refined, novel yet timeless Maddy Hay and her doll like demeanor and senorita style is a one of a kind. Her wonderful band featuring Jonathan Zion-bass Barnaby-Gold drums Steve Paix-piano and Jonathan Scovron guitar.
Genre- Jazz Pop
Show time- 9pm $15/12
After releasing her second album entitled ” Welcome Stranger” Jazz/Blues artist and singer/songwriter Monique Dimattina has been very busy performing and promoting her album. This delightful performer is a Paris Cat favorite and her all star line up includes Doug De Vries-guitar, Ben Robertson-bass, and part-time plumber Andrew Swan on drums.
Genre-Blues
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
Darren has gained a reputation as a great pianist/composer in both Melbourne and Sydney. His groove based hammond project is very funky and colored with jazz influences. The perfect Friday night instrumental act.
Genre-Jazz/Funk.
Bookings recommended.
9-30pm $15/12
Australian saxophonist Rob Burke has performed and composed on over 100 CD recordings including works along side Kate Cebrano and Joe Camilleri. His quartet features Australian jazz legend Tony Gould-piano and Tony Floyd on drums.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $15/10
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.
Genre- Tango
9pm $15/12
FGHR have performed regularly in Australia. The music is textural rather than improvisational emphasizing the synergies of group interplay over individual expression.
Genre-Instrumental Jazz/Fusion
9pm $15/12
Colin Lane (Ready Steady Cook, Lano and Woodley), Tracy Harvey and their Smokers bring you some tunes from the brand new musical Prick. Colin and Tracy are joined by legendary trumpeter Jack Howard (Hunters and Collectors), the irrepressible Bryce Ives, the fabulous Laura Burzacott and swinging pianist Peter Foley. “if you get a chance to see this – don’t miss it….it’s great feel good medicine”. STAGE WHISPERS
Genre- Musical comedy
7-30pm show time Fri/Dec 16 – $20/17
7-30pm show time Sat/Dec 17 – $20/17
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
The Alastair Kerr Quartet is the latest project from the drummer and composer; a distinctly Australian sound, but clearly influenced by his love of Brazilian and Cuban music. Well known to MJC audiences as a sideman, Kerr presents a program of his own compositions for the first time. Long a fan of South American music, his tunes combine the intricate rhythms of samba, rumba, tango, and the like, with a quirky harmonic sense and high level of group interaction. The group’s sound is underpinned by the responsive rhythm section of Kerr and Sam Zerna (acoustic bass), while Marc Hannaford’s energetic and highly rhythmic work on piano spurs trumpeter Pat Thiele in his improvisations – alternatively angular and cascading – in a band that uses delicacy and space in equal measure with intense, driving grooves.
Genre- Samba/Rumba
Bookings recommended info@paris cat .com.au
9pm $15/12
SCAT are a four piece vocal jazz group who play serious jazz with a comic twist. Always fresh and ever energetic, SCAT plays through their own original jazz/funk catalog with aggression and heavy improvisation, whilst taking standards and Scat-a-lising them into brave new territory. Scat will show you entertainment in the jazz genre like few can.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
Melbourne based band leader/trumpeter and vocalist Gianni Marinucci’s Swing Train project has featured some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians. This performance will feature Bob Sedergreen, and Ronny Ferella just to name a few. This is always a night to remember so join the band for their final 2011 show.
Genre- Intimate cool jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
“Cabaret in the time of Bladerunner. Cindi Mayweather meets Marlene Dietrich. Bowie meets Tron. Music from the future end for the end of the world as we know it. Adam Rudegeair and Jen Kingwell create noir-infused future-soul. You’ve never heard anything like it. Just returned from a 3 month traveling and performing trip of the UK, Europe and USA. Don’t miss Neon Bogart’s homecoming gig.
Genre- Noir-infused future soul
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9pm $15/12
Award winning song writer and vocalist Diana Clark is joined by guitar
masters Doug De Vries and Ken Murray. The trio will perform tunes from her critically
acclaimed CD ”Breathe into time”.
Genre-Brazilian pop influenced jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
7-30pm SHOW TIME $20/15
Indie Opera company La Prima Opera are fast becoming well known for taking opera into non traditional spaces. Their opera in the lane way series was recently featured on Aurora TV’s ”Inspiration Series”. Join them for romantic highlights from La Boheme, La Traviata, Turandot, Carmen and more as they present Melbourne’s most intimate Opera experience at the Paris Cat.
Genre- Opera
Bookings recommended through www.greentix.com.au or 1300369882
7-30pm show time $25+ booking fee.
The Daniel Gassin sextet has been performing around town and features some of Melbourne’s finest jazz musician. Featuring all original compositions , Daniels album was nominated for best Independent Jazz Album at the Jagermeister Independent Music Awards.
Genre- Original jazz
Bookings recommended
9pm $15/12
A Triple Treat for our Friday night jazz lovers features 3 fine jazz divas accompanied by Bob Sedergreen and his band. This is a popular event with each artist performing one set of classic jazz standards.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-pm $20-15
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.
Genre- French Jazz/Blues
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
Ruth will perform songs from her latest album which comprises her original compositions. It has been recorded by amazing musicians including Aaron Barden-violin, Phil Carroll-accordion, Sarah Morse and Will Hewer-cello and a guest performance by Nick Tsiavos-bass. Ruth sings and plays the Mandolin and draws on Tango, Waltz, Milonga and Habanera tradition to create music which is new and nostalgic at the same time. The new album entitled ”Darling…Keep it to yourself” makes for beautiful listening.
Genre-Classical / Tango / Waltz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com .au
7-30pm $20/15
TVT presents a spontaneous swinging erudite and unpredictable take on jazz. It’s a game of follow the leader where bass and drums try to anticipate where the intrepid piano is heading.
The band features Leigh Barker-bass and Hugh Harvey-drums and special guest Julie O’Hara.
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
Genre-Instrumental jazz/Avant Garde
9pm $15/12
One of the great jazz violinists of the world, Daniel Weltlinger launches his debut album ”Souvenirs” for a second popularly requested show this time featuring Gypsy-Jazz giants Ian and Nigel Date, Howard Cairns and as part of Jazz Diva Month will be joined by Julie O’hara. Daniel’s album is a tribute to the great French gypsy composer Django Reinhardt, prepare for a night of swinging gypsy classics like no other..
Genre- Gypsy swing
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9pm show time $20/15
Sydney vocalist Briana Cowlishaw has achieved a lot in her 22 years. She is a regular on the Sydney Jazz scene and her debut album was recorded late last year in New York featuring the Aaron Goldburg Trio, Mike Moreno and amazing trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire. Cowlishaw’s clarity ,pitch and potent expression gives her songs an accessibility. Her songs are well structured and recount experiences of every day life.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
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.
Genre-jazz
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
9pm $15/12
Hetty Kate has truly developed into one of Australia’s finest jazz performers. A pure an distinctive voice and delightful entertainer. Hetty returns after a lengthy overseas tour and will perform an exclusive Paris Cat gig featuring some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.
Genre-1930/40 swing and some originals.
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $25/20
With a background covering music theatre, television and film, Tamsin West is a natural performer who brings rich characterization to any song she sings. Drawing on the diverse music of such divas as Peggy Lee, Julie London, and Doris Day, Tamsin will present a musical journey supported by a stellar lineup of Melbourne Musicians with John Adams on piano, Mark Elton on bass, Ian Smith on drums and Jason Downes on reeds.
Genre- Jazz/Cabaret
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
9pm $20/15
Celebrate with Diana Clark as she launches a new kick ass band playing Brazilian Pop influenced originals. The band includes Diana Clark-voice, splashes of piano and percussion, ”Doc” De Vries- electric guitar, Frank Di Sario-bass Al Kerr- drums/percussion.
Genre-Brazilian Pop/jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
SHOW TIME 7-30pm $20/15
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.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
9pm $15/12
The Paris Cat is proud to present it’s 5th annual November Jazz Diva month. This month the club will feature some of the finest female jazz talent in Australia, so make sure your reserve your seats and join us for this wonderful event.
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
Steven Rossitto is the youngest brat in the pack. At the tender age of 17 he is already being compared to his idol ”Frank Sinatra”. Steven’s tone, range and emotional interpretations truly belie his years. Accompanied by esteemed jazz composer/arranger John Turcio, Frank Di Sario and Danny Farrugia. Steven will perform a selection of favorites and songs from his upcoming release ”Night and Day”.
Genre- jazz/swing
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
7-30pm SHOW TIME $20/15
Legendary American Trombonist Jim Pugh comes to the Paris Cat for one night only. Jim is New York’s top-call freelance trombonist for film scores, records, television and radio advertising. He has performed on over 4500 recording sessions including dates with Paul Simon, Barbara Strisand, Tony Bennett, Madonna, John Schofield, Billy Joel, David Sanbourn, Pink Floyd, Nancy Wilson, George Benson and is currently touring Australia with Steely Dan. Jim is the only recipient of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Science Virtuoso Award for Trombone and voted MVP by the New York recording community for five years. This performance will feature Steely Dan pianist Jim Beard coupled with local rhythm section Frank Di Sario-bass and Danny Farrugia-drums.
Genre- Instrumental Jazz
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
$9pm $15/10
Touring Nationally this month Bell Award winners for Best Australian Traditional Jazz Album Leigh Barker and The New Sheiks will perform a night of swinging traditional Jazz Blues featuring Heather Stewart on vocals and violin and the triumphant return from Paris of Pianist and Accordionist Matt Boden. The band features some of Melbournes finest musicians.
Genre- Trad Jazz/Blues
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
Hailing from Fernandez and Wright, Vanessa Fernandez embarks upon a solo path unleashing an array of new songs. Combining her love of jazz blues and soul Vanessa continues to excel. Her remarkably soulful voice fuses range with subtlety, completely grasping the emotions of these pieces. Performing nostalgic covers along with originals the evening hopes to be a highly accessible retro night of music featuring some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.
Genre- Jazz Soul Blues.
Bookings info@pariscat.com.au
7-30pm SHOW TIME
$20/15
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.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $18/15
Dave Rex is one of the countries finest alto saxophonists. Dave is a
regular on the Australian festival circuits and has performed
with some of the worlds finest jazz musicians. His exciting jazz
quartet features hard bop sounds and brilliant soloing.
Genre-Modern Hard Bop/jazz
9pm $15/12
Gorgeous songs from Brazil and beyond.
Sydney based singer/Guitarist Anna Salleh was first captivated by the beauty of Brazilian music when she saw the film Black Orpheus as a child. It introduced her to the enchanting world of Bossa Nova and beyond. Since then Anna’s vocals have featured in acappella groups, jazz bands and improvised theatre from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur. Edinburgh Jazz festival and Rio de Janeiro. Anna and friends includes Brazilian guitar virtuoso Doug De Vries as they present a treasure-trove of gorgeous songs from Brazil.
Genre- Bossa Nova- Brazil
9pm $20/15
The Paris Cat is proud to welcome back Sydney based singer/songwriter Emma Hamilton in an exclusive Melbourne show. Emma is on tour promoting her new album ”La Musique” released on the ABC jazz label. The album features some of Australia’s finest Jazz musicians and is produced and co-written by her brother Tom. ”This album truly captures the romance and passion of French music and is one of the best albums i have heard since opening the club in 2006”. – Serge Carnovale
Genre-French Jazz/pop
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
The Cope Street Parade features four dynamic musicians combining a love of traditional jazz with the energy and virtuosity of the 21st century. With an enormous repertoire of jazz classics, in addition to thrilling compositions from the performers, the Parade are guaranteed to bring dancers to their feet. Embracing influences such as Loui Armstrong, Geoff Bull, Fats Waller and Django Reinhardt, they create there own unique style of Australian swing music.
Genre-Trad-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $18/15
Perth jazz singer Trent White returns to Melbourne and favorite night spot The Paris Cat ,for a groovy night of quirky takes and crafty interpretations of jazz songbook treasures. Trent 22, establishing as one of Australia’s leading young vocalists, is joined by a top notch Melbourne trio. Don’t miss out on a very special concert of glowing jazz standard gems from a fresh voice to the Australian jazz scene. Trent White-vocals, Steve Sedergreen-piano, Ben Robertson-double bass Darryn Farrugia-drums.
Genre-Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
The newly formed Cameron Earl quartet brings together a wide range of talents to create a highly original and unique sound. The tunes are mostly composed by the band leader, the versatile and seasoned trumpeter Cam Earl. Cameron was a finalist in the inaugural 2010 James Morrison Brass Prize at the Melbourne International Brass Festival and was also a finalist in the 2011 JMO National Big Band Composition Competition. The band also includes guitarist Stella Skinner and in demand bass and drum combo Steve temple and Matt Earl.
Genre- Instrumental Jazz
9pm $15/12
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.
Genre- 30′s/40′s Jazz
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $20/15
Paul Van Ross-sax reunites his favorite quartet. The band performed some sell-out shows in 2010. This funky line up including hammond B3 virtuoso Kim Kelaart, Craig Fermanis-guitar and Mark Lockett-drums is set to get your feet tapping.
Genre-jazz/funk
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $15/12
Jazz guitar virtuoso James Sherlock leads this wonderful trio featuring Leigh Barker-bass and Raj Jayaweera-drums and special guest Eamon McNelis-trumpet.
Genre-Instrumental jazz
9pm $15/12
Tallulah Rendall a London-based half Australian singer/songwriter and one of the most relentlessly creative people in the northern Hemisphere will perform an exclusive Paris Cat show featuring songs from her second album ”ALIVE” set to be released in March 2011. The night will also feature stunning London cellist JO QUAIL.
Bookings recommended
Genre Folk/Rock
9pm $15/12
French vocalist Noria Letts and her band featuring Steve Sedergreen-piano return for a night of French jazz and some blues standards.”A taste of Paris’.
Genre-French jazz/blues
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
A night of swinging jazz with two different saxophone styles and one hot rhythm section.
Band features; Ken Schroder-sax Christoph Genoux-sax David Allardice-piano Ian Wilmot-bass and James Osbourne-drums
Genre- jazz Standards a little bee bop and some originals
9pm $15/12
After the release of her album entitled ”Get your fingers off it”, Jazz/Blues vocalist Heather Stewart will perform a tribute to Billie Holiday. The band features Leigh Barker, John Scurry, Lynn Wallis, Eamon and Jason Downes.
Bookings recommended
Genre- 1930/40 jazz
9-30pm $20/15
The Paris Cat 2011 jazz program kicks off with widely regarded jazz pianist Mark Fitzgibbon and his swinging quartet featuring Craig Simon-drums, Tom Lee -bass and Dave Rex- sax.
Bookings recommended
Genre- Instrumental swing/bee bop.
9-30pm $15/12
The group perform standards from the 50′s and 60′s with their own blend of modern jazz compositions. The band includes Ben on tenor sax, Jim Maguire-double bass, Daniel Brates- drums and joining them for this gig will be Darrin Archer on piano.
Genre-jazz
9-30pm $15/12
After two recent sell out performances Jazz pianist Adam Katz and his quintet features some of Melbourne’s finest young up and coming jazz artists. The band includes Adam on piano/rhodes Ben Anderson-sax Nic Lam-guitar Brendan Tsui-bass and Lachlan O’kane- drums.
Genre-Jazz
9pm $15/10
Jazz pianist and vocalist Sarah Mckenzie is truly one of Australia’s brightest emerging young jazz artists. Her music touches on influences form jazz and blues. She is a sophisticated and elegant performer and a Paris Cat club favorite.
Genre- Jazz/Blues
Bookings recommended info@pariscat.com.au
9-30pm $25/20
The Paris Cat would like to thank all the Artists who have performed
at the Paris Cat this year and all the guests that have supported the club.
We hope to see you all next year.
Have a safe festive season and Merry Christmas to you all.
The club will re open on Jan 7, 2011.
Stay tuned for details.
Club favourite and stunning jazz vocalist Hetty Kate and Sam Lemann perform tunes from their Irwell St CD. What a way to finish the year.
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
After returning from a recent european tour. Anton Delecca-sax and his band featuring Mark Hannaford-piano Jonathan Zion-bass and Daniel Farrugia-drums play the Paris Cat for the last time this year.
9-30pm $15/12
9pm $15/12
”A Taste of Paris”
French vocalist and club favourite Noria Letts and her band perform a selection of Jazz/blues standards that will recreate the mood of post war jazz clubs in France.
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
Local trumpeter Daimon Brunton and his jazz/funk outfit
perform for the last time in 2010.
9pm $15/12
One of Melbourne’s finest contemporary jazz quartets lead by Steve and Mel Sedergreen perform a special concert as they farewell two of it’s members Nick Haywood-bass and Ted Vining-drums as they relocate to Hobart later this month.
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $20/15
Paul Van Ross-sax reunites his favourite quartet. The line up features Kim Kelaart-hammond B3 Stephen Magnusson- guitar and Mark Lockett on-Drums.
9-30pm $15/12
Featuring the very talented Andrew Brooks-sax
9pm $15/12
After spending most of this year in Berlin, Jazz pianist and composer Luke Howard returns to the Paris Cat with his band featuring Jonathan Zion-bass and Daniel Farrugia-drums
9pm $15/12
Brilliant Jazz vocalist Julie O’hara will close our November Diva month with a night to remember.
Bookings recommended
Basement
9-30pm $20/15
After a recent sell-out Gallery show Bridget and Bob team up for our final 2010 jazz Gallery concert.
Gallery room
8pm $20/15
Dutchman Remco Keijzer and Lucian McGuiness are on tour and will perform with some of the Australias finest Trios. This promises to be a great concert and features award winning Trio Keller/Murphy/Browne.
Special time 8pm $15/12
Club favouite and one of Australias finest jazz voices will perform with her quartet.
Bookings recommended
9-30pm $15/12
Comedian Tracey Bartram has been moonlighting as a jazz singer when she was discovered by Steve Sedergreen. These days she has a creative partnership with Hammond B3 maestro Kim Kelaart and her band features Paul Van Ross-sax and Craig Simon-drums. Cool and hip contemporary tunes with some laughs thrown in.
9pm $15/12
