WHAT’S ON John is now the resident trumpet player with the Caxton Street Jazz Band. Featuring plenty of improvised, inventive, but always cohesive, ensemble playing, the band plays the music of early to mid-20th century America. Caloundra Power Boat Club, Golden Beach. October 17. Tickets $25, seniors $22.50. Bookings call Richard 0427 782 960.
FIRST RATE JAZZ COMES WITH A WATER VIEW THE Sunshine Coast Jazz Club this month presents the Braben-Jenner Hot Five, the latest musical collaboration between Andy Jenner (reeds) and John Braben (trumpet). The pair have been friends since 1960 when they played in their first band around Merseyside. Andy emigrated to Australia in 1969 and John in 1973. Together with pianist Jo Bloomfield they formed the Vintage Jazz Band, one of Australia’s hottest bands from the 1970. Peter Freeman (double bass) was also a member in the ‘80s and ‘90s. The newest band member is Dave Burrows (guitar).
EARLY next month, the Sunshine Coast Jazz Club proudly presents Australian jazz legend Wilma Reading (pictured). A contemporary of Duke Ellington and Oscar Peterson, she sang highlights from her dazzling international career as part of the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Growing up in what she describes as “the village of Cairns” in the 1950s, the indigenous singer was discovered at a Brisbane jazz club while on a school softball tour. It was the catalyst for an international career and recently saw her inducted to the National Indigenous Music Awards Hall of Fame. Wilma will be backed by Sweet Thunder, a 13-piece band. Caloundra Power Boat Club November 7. Tickets $25, seniors $22.50 Bookings call Richard 0427 782 960
JOIN LEADING BLUESMAN FOR A BIG AFTERNOON AFTER the forced cancellation of his sellout album launch in June, Adam James returns for a special Jazz and Blues Collective show this month. A bluesman, sophisticated storyteller and a pioneering indigenous artist, Adam is not just a singer, but a songwriter and dynamic live performer on the big stage. He is also an intimate performer with his melodious voice and effortless on-stage appeal. Known for his debut on the country music scene, Adam has transformed into a bluesman and storyteller. The afternoon will be in two parts, the first featuring songs from his new album and the second with blues favourites from Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, Boz Scaggs, BB King, and others.
A coffee van will be on site from 12.30pm. BYO licence (no glass) so bring drinks and food. Millwell Road Community Centre, 11 Millwell Rd East. Maroochydore October 24, 1.30pm. Tickets $26, seniors $24. Bookings ticketebo.com. au/jazz-blues-collective Call Graeme 0417 633734
CONCERT CELEBRATES ALBUM LAUNCH SUNSHINE Coast based jazz singer and organiser of The Jazz Sessions, Robyn Brown will this month launch her new album Bound for Glory: The Gospel Project with a special concert. “Doing an album with songs born out of slavery was, in hindsight, an appropriate project to start during 2020,” she says. Exploring one of the threads in that
history, Gospel, she brought together traditional tunes, negro spirituals and songs from Blind Willie Johnson, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Sam Cooke and many others in a live show that has been extremely popular. It grew into a recording project. Bound for Glory is a selection of new versions of gospel classics and also shares the stories behind the songs. “In the live shows, I share a bit of the history of how this music came about and the stories behind the songs,” Brown says. “For example, some of the spirituals that were sung by the slaves were actually coded messages on how to escape.” Some of Queensland’s finest jazz musicians, David Spicer (piano), Peter Walters (double-bass), Max Sportelli (drums) and Rob McWilliams (trumpet/ flugelhorn), worked on the project with Brow, bringing a modern jazz approach to songs from the 1800s to the early 1900s. CDs can be purchased at the concert. New Life auditorium, 2 McKenzie Rd, Woombye. October 31, 3pm. Tickets $10-$15. Bookings stickytickets.com.au/ TheJazzSessions. Call 0403 152 397, email info@sassyjazz.com.au or visit robynbrown.bandcamp.com
WATCH OUT FOR A FAIR DAY OUT THE ninth A Fair Day Out is coming up to again celebrate inclusive communities with free creative performances and more than 30 stalls of creative wares produced by people with disability. Since 2013, Equity Works has been the lead agency, and collaborates with many other local disability support organisations and individuals in bringing the event to life each year. In addition to market stalls, there will be performances by accomplished artists. The Sunshine Troupe was incorporated in 2010, by a group of committed parents wanting to create opportunities for their adult children in the performing arts. Popular local musicians, The Outsiders, will be back again with original works and beloved covers, and a big rock sound. The Self Advocacy Anthem is one of their more recent original compositions.
“Some people drop by for a quick browse as part of their visit to the Eumundi Markets, while others come and stay for the day,” Equity Works lead organiser Kylie Moore said. “We provide seating and shade and lots of refreshments are available through the markets, making the event something that can fit in anybody’s day. “People with disability strive to be part of the community like anyone else, and A Fair Day Out is where everyone is included, and the diverse talents of our community are recognised.” Stallholders follow the Eumundi Market ethos of Make It, Bake It, Sew It, Grow It. Visitors can pick up well priced art, craft, jewellery, plants, cards and more. Eumundi Markets amphitheatre October 9, 9am-2pm. Entry free Follow A Fair Day Out on Facebook
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