What a wonderful night of music, laughter, fun & friendship was had!
The vibe was palpable: the magnificent swing dancers strutted their fun and well-rehearsed moves, so many people having a super time. Pippa was on fire and the crowd cheered for more! Jazz Notes rose to the challenge and backed Pippa perfectly.
We welcomed Marek Podstawek on drums for his first time at the VJC and he was fantastic! Right in the pocket, as they say. With Malcolm Hornby on keys, Kevin Blazé on guitar/banjo! and Leon Heale on that magnificent double bass that just speaks “Jazz”. Ann Craig kept the crowd entertained with her fantastic flute and on-stage shenanigans .
Our thanks to the VJC and especially to Liz, Ian & Warren for a great night. Looking forward to being back again to support live jazz at the VJC.
Pippa Wilson – vocals Ann Craig – flute Kevin Blazé – guitar/banjo Malcolm Hornby – keyboard Leon Heale – bass Marek Podstawek – drums
The D.R. Big Band, Jazz Notes, featured singers, jazz jam, open mic – all on a Sunday afternoon at Ringwood RSL.
A guest singer will join the 17-piece DR Big Band for some big band favourites, old and new. And Jazz Notes – Caught In The Act! will bring you some funky Latin music and more.
It’ll be a huge afternoon of music at Ringwood RSL with the bands followed by a jam.
The music commences at 1:30pm.
Sunday 5th March 2023 Sunday 2nd April 2023 Sunday 7th May 2023 Sunday 4th June 2023 Sunday 2nd July 2023 Sunday 13th August 2023 Sunday 10th September 2023 Sunday 1st October 2023 Sunday 12th November 2023 Sunday 10th December 2023
Please note that all dates are correct at the time of publication but we occasionally have to move them due to other commitments of the RSL.
Booking
Entry for the entire afternoon of music is $15. Please book through TryBooking to ensure your place – tickets will be on sale UNTIL 5:00pm on THE DAY BEFORE the event. https://www.trybooking.com/BVWQE
Tickets will also be on sale at the venue, subject to availability.
It helps us with room arrangements if you book in advance.
Entry after 4:30pm is by donation.
Jazz jam and open mic
The jazz jam runs 4:30-5:30pm: singers and all instrumentalists are welcome. The house band will fill gaps in the line-up.
Ann & Kevin – Free Community Concert at Wyreena Gardens
Jazz Notes Duo, Ann & Kevin are looking forward to performing in Croydon at the beautiful gardens of Wyreena (home of Eastern FM).
Bring a picnic, or grab a snack from the delightful Conservatory Cafe.
We will play a lovely mix of jazz & popular tunes. A classy start to the day.
On the day we be promoting Jazz at the Lake – a free community event being held on Sunday 26 Feb at the magnificent Ringwood Lake Sound shell. 11:00am – 8:30pm
You’ll also be able to purchase a raffle ticket for our very unique Jazz & Bubbles Raffle: for your own private concert by Ann & Kevin. We will come to your house or party, private dinner party, BBQ (or whatever) and perform a specially-selected 2 hour set just for you. AND, we’ll bring you a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne for this special event.
See you on Saturday 21 Jan 10am-12:00noon
Free Concert – donations appreciated! All proceeds to Jazz At The Lake
We were thrilled to be invited back to the Phillip Island Jazz Club and were warmly received by the very friendly audience. We played several songs from our ‘Pretty Eyes’ album plus a number of more traditional jazz songs – all to enthusiastic reception.
Some surprise visitors make the trip to the Island and were happy that Pippa got up to sing a couple of her crowd-pleasing favourites.
We were also able to see President Robin Blackman receive a donation from the Bendigo Bank. The Bendigo Bank is a great contributor to our local communities, including the Arts community.
Thanks to our amazing band: Ashley, Malcolm, Frank, Simon, Ann & Kevin, and to our partners for joining us for the afternoon.
And thanks to Marion (again) for these fabulous photos.
Thanks for having us again at the Phillip Island Jazz Club, Robin & Jill: we’d love to come back again!
Melbourne’s Lady of Jazz, Pippa Wilson, will sing some of her favourite crowd-pleasers including jazz standards, jazz-inspired pop, a bit of Latin – all with her beautiful velvet tone.
Backed by the Jazz Notes band: Ann Craig (flute), Kevin Blazé (guitar), Malcolm Hornby (piano), Frank Morgan (bass) and Simon Atkinson (drums).
Saturday 29 October 2022, 7:30-10:30pm (doors open 7:00pm)
Note: This is a past event. For the current event, go back to the Home page and choose there.
The D.R. Big Band, Jazz Notes, featured singers, jazz jam, open mic – all on a Sunday afternoon at Ringwood RSL.
A guest singer will join the 17-piece DR Big Band for some big band favourites, old and new. And Jazz Notes – Caught In The Act! will bring you some funky Latin music and more.
It’ll be a huge afternoon of music at Ringwood RSL with the bands followed by a jam.
The music commences at 1:30pm.
Booking
Entry for the entire afternoon of music is $10. Please book through TryBooking to ensure your place – tickets will be on sale UNTIL 5:00pm on THE DAY BEFORE the event. https://www.trybooking.com/BVWQE
Tickets will also be on sale at the venue, subject to availability.
It helps us with room arrangements if you book in advance.
Entry after 4:30pm is by donation.
Jazz jam and open mic
The jazz jam runs 4:30-5:30pm: singers and all instrumentalists are welcome. The house band will fill gaps in the line-up.
Melbourne’s Lady of Jazz, Pippa Wilson, will sing some of her favourite crowd-pleasers including jazz standards, jazz-inspired pop, a bit of Latin – all with her beautiful velvet tone.
Backed by the Jazz Notes band: Ann Craig (flute), Kevin Blazé (guitar), Grahame Taylor (piano), Leon Heale (bass) and Larry Kean (drums).
Saturday 21 May 2022, 7:30-10:30pm (doors open 7:00pm)
Entry for the entire afternoon of music is $10. Please book through TryBooking to ensure your place – tickets will be on sale UNTIL 5:00pm on THE DAY BEFORE the event. https://www.trybooking.com/BVWQE
Tickets will also be on sale at the venue, subject to availability.
Please RSVP to the event to say that you’re Going.
It’ll be a huge afternoon of music at Ringwood RSL with the bands followed by a jam.
A guest singer will join the 17-piece DR Big Band for some big band favourites, old and new. And Jazz Notes – Caught In The Act! will bring you some funky Latin music and more.
The music commences at 1:30pm.
The jazz jam runs 4:30-5:30pm: singers and all instrumentalists are welcome. The house band will fill gaps in the line-up.
There’ll be more songs in the jam but here are some to get started: Autumn Leaves – Em Blue Bossa – Cm Take The A Train (C)
For the lead sheets, see: https://www.swiss-jazz.ch/partitions-real-book.htm#real-book
If you’d like to bring along a song, please bring 4 copies of the lead sheet.
Singers: please bring your microphone!
And, please let us know that you’re coming so that we can include you in our programme.
Entry after 4:00pm is by donation.
A full lunch/dinner menu is available in the Bistro and a low-cost menu is available in the Anzac Bar.
Please RSVP for the event and remember to check into the RSL using the state government’s COVID-safe app. You will need to be fully-vaccinated to enter the RSL.
This event is run by the Melbourne Music Performers and Jazz Notes:https://jazznotes.net.auhttps://www.facebook.com/jazznotes
Eight bands present a full day of free entertainment at Ringwood Lake Park on Sunday 6 March 2022.
Bob Sedergreen, Pippa Wilson, DR Big Band, Rick Correnza, Li’l Miss Jazz, Vince Bradley, Jazz Notes, RSC Senior Jazz Combo, Jazz Running Wild, Caught in the Act!
This is a free community event organised by Jazz Notes with much generous support…
Financial support from: City of Maroondah, Bendigo Bank (Ringwood East), Forté Music School (Wantirna), Graeme Howie Foundation, Melbourne Music Performers
In-kind support from: National Seniors Australia, Australian Jazz Museum, Barry Plant (Heathmont), Central Ringwood Community Centre, Jazz Notes