The Jazzlab

Australian Music Prize-nominated composer Luke Howard has been described as “absolutely heavenly” (Mary Anne Hobbs, BBC Radio 6) and his music as “an ambient masterclass” (Musos’ Guide), but no words can fully capture the potency of Howard’s enthralling compositions.

Nick Haywood initially formed this outstanding quintet for a collaborative project with American vocalist and violinist Petra Haden for the 2019 MIJF.

The group features 5 highly regarded Australian musicians in Nick Haywood (double bass), Eugene Ball (Trumpet), Colin Hopkins (piano), Stephen Magnusson (guitar) and James McLean (drums).

Bush Gothic have been invited to perform at some of the worlds most happening festivals including Mona Foma, Festival # 6 (Wales) and R.I.F.F (India). Over the past three years of international touring they have developed a cult following amongst those who like their jazz intelligent and their folk dark.

Bennetts Lane Jazz club favourite returns to the Jazzlab. Yvette Johansson is one of Melbourne’s most respected and endearing vocalists. Her vocal abilities are renowned and her stage presence leaves audiences in raptures.

Drummer/composer/bandleader Niko Schauble’s latest project brings together four exciting musicians, playing a selection of lesser-known standards and new originals by Schauble.

Andrea Keller's new project featuring Stephen Magnusson (guitar), Mick Meagher (electric bass), Sam Anning (upright bass), James Mclean (drums), and Andrea Keller (piano).

Rhiannon and Laurence Hobgood join hands and voice in this project of improvisation and jazz standards. 

Australian Music Prize-nominated composer Luke Howard has been described as “absolutely heavenly” (Mary Anne Hobbs, BBC Radio 6) and his music as “an ambient masterclass” (Musos’ Guide), but no words can fully capture the potency of Howard’s enthralling compositions.

She has a voice from another era & brings an emotional maturity to her performance that belies her years.

Angela Davis (alto), Hector Harley (tenor), Scott van Gemert (trombone), Sam Anning (double bass), Sam Bates (drums) & Andrea Keller (piano).