Live jazz music in Melbourne, Australia. Vocal and instrumental bands, large and small.
In June, Ann and Kevin ran some workshops in the use of technology for gigging musicians. These were conducted at the Australian Jazz Museum.
Subsequently, Ann and Kevin were asked to play for one of their open days.
But it grew: on Wednesday, 26 August 2015, the FULLÂ band played at the Museum.
Wade Morgan (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Frank Morgan (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)
Thanks to Ashley Thomas for photos.
We’ve had the last three Sunday afternoons playing a range of instrumentals in the relaxed setting of the Ringwood RSL.
For the first two weeks, it was:
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
On the third occasion, it was:
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Tony Luxmoore (keyboard)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
Sun, 09 Aug 2015
Sun, 16 Aug 2015
Photos by Inga McPherson
Sun, 23 Aug 2015
Pippa Wilson joined Jazz Notes again for a wonderful night of music and fun at the Dandenong Club.
We had searched early in the year for a new venue and were very excited when we found the Dandenong Club. The management was great to work with this helped make the night one to remember.
Pippa was in fine form, the band was ready for some fun and the room was full;Â and the feedback from the audience was great.
We really love what we do on these nights: playing with some of the nicest people to a receptive and enthusiastic audience.
We’re hoping to do another with Pippa, later in the year. If you’d like to know when this is on and how to get discounted tickets, please subscribe here.
Thanks to Marion and Ashley for their help before, during and after the event.
Pippa Wilson (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)
Friday 14 August 2015
Photographs by Marion Blazé
From Sunday 9 August, Jazz Notes will be playing Sundays 2-5pm at the Ringwood RSL.
We’ll be playing as a trio and looking to explore some musical colours as well as covering a variety of music.
There’ll be the usual jazz and pop and, if the audience is receptive, might something a bit more classical. Of course, we’ll take requests.
The Ringwood RSL is located directly over the road from Ringwood Station and the bus interchange. There is also plenty of parking.
So why not make Sundays at the RSL your new thing! Â Nothing like LIVE music to soothe the soul.
Free entry
Ringwood RSL
16 Station Street
Ringwood 3134
Very happy to be invited back to Open Studio.
Thanks to all the Meetup people who came along.
Sat 25 July 2015
Photos by Marion Blazé
Peter O’Brien of 3ECB (Eastern FM) kindly invited Ann and Kevin to his afternoon radio program.
We played 5 songs (apparently the first time for live music in their studio) and talked about what we’ve been up to and what’s coming up.
Photographs by Marleen Pruys
Mon, 13 July 2015
Jazz Notes made a welcome return to Dizzy’s, fronted by Wade Morgan (vocals) and introducing Joshua Sihombing (piano), playing to an enthusiastic audience.
Wade Morgan (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Joshua Sihombing (piano)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
Thu, 9 July 2015
Burrinja Café has undergone renovation and change of management. During that time, there was no live music.
Jazz Notes opened Burrinja’s Sunday afternoon program on 28 June 2015.
It started with Ann Craig (flute) and Kevin Blazé (guitar). They were joined by Daniel Pickard (bass) and, for the second set, Wade Morgan (vocals).
Photographs by Marion Blazé
Sun, 28 June 2015
Jazz Notes was fronted by Sevil Sabah for two great sets: one at the Bridge Hotel and another at the Five Flags. Both excellent venues and well attended.
Sevil Sabah (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Marek Podstawek (drums)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
June 2015
The Ann Craig Trio was invited to play for the Castlemaine-Maldon round trip.
We were not prepared for the considerable sideways movement as we journeyed. Brace yourself!
Ann Craig (flute
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
June 2015
The Ann Craig Trio had two sets in stationary venues!
The first set was in Run, Rabbit, Run which has a central atrium, making it challenging for photography. The Trio was also asked to fill the previous spot, for which we were joined by Ange Strickland (vocals).
Lot 19 is an art space outside the town and is a good setting for a quiet evening set.
Ann Craig (flute
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Daniel Pickard (bass)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
June 2015
Jazz Notes augmented by members of the Melbourne Music Performers.
Thanks to Sylvie Serrano and all the musicians for making this such a great night!
Ange Strickland, Rachel Camerino, Hans De Zilwa (vocals)
Ann Craig (flute)
Alan West (saxophone) Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Tony Luxmoore (keyboard)
Stan Van Hooft (bass)
Rob Mercer (drums)
Shannon Morgan (vocal and guitar)
Saturday 23 May 2015
Photographs by Marion Blazé
Mr. Mason
Shop 10, 530 Collins St
Melbourne 3000
(Enter via Little Collins St)
$20 entry includes canapés
Bookings:Â http://www.trybooking.com/137257
Sylvie
sylvieserrano@yahoo.fr
0439813984
Have you been to a Soirée, yet?
We’ve had some pretty special events with Pippa Wilson:
‘great interaction between Pippa and band.’ (John)
‘… with all of you so obviously having so much fun it took the evening to a new level and place.’ (Barry)
‘As usual thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment … lots of fun and great music’. (Janice)
‘Have listened to Pippa many times and haven’t heard her sound better — flute and strings rhythm worked really well’
‘Thank you – a wonderful night, thoroughly enjoyed by all!’
On Friday, 14 August 2015, we’ll be in a new venue with a great room and view:
The Views Room
The Dandenong Club
1579 Heatherton Rd
Dandenong 3175
Doors open at 7:00 and the entertainment warms up at 7:30 with Jazz Notes until 8:00, when Pippa will move the show into top gear.
Together, we’ll take you through a range of jazz, blues and a little gospel with the usual fun and banter that has characterised these shows. And, no doubt, Jazz Notes will have a couple of surprises for Pippa!
You can dine in the function room during the show (until 8:30) or in the bistro, before the show.
There is a full bar in the function room and we’ll leave some room for dancing.
Tickets at the door on the night: $30 (subject to prior sale)
Or book online and save.
Online bookings (available until Thu 13 Aug 2015 at 5:00pm):
http://www.trybooking.com/HTQO
Individual tickets: $25*
Book a table of 10 for less than the price of 9: $220*
Jazz Notes subscribers (please ask if you haven’t received your promo code): $22
You can subscribe and contact us to receive the promo code up to Fri 7 Aug, 2015
* TryBooking will add $0.30 service fee per ticket.
03 9876 1467
The duo of Ann and Kevin debuted at Open Studio on Saturday, 18 April, playing the late afternoon set.
We’ll return on Anzac Day and have been invited to make a more regular arrangement.
Thanks to everyone who came and for the kind comments:
‘great to witness such musical expertise from this duo!’
‘you guys were fab, well done’
Ann Craig (flute)
Kevin Blazé (guitar)
Photographs by Marion Blazé
Sat, 18 April 2015
