Swing & Jazz Based in Australia
Everything from the Great American Songbook and dancin' swing tunes to cool latin groove and smooth ballads. Nat King Cole, The Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin,Harry Connick Jnr, Tom Jones, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington. Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, The Gershwin Brothers, Tommy Dorsey. These cool and groovy jazz bands can create superb ambient music, more upbeat sets to dance to, a little feature cabaret, lots of improvisation and exciting arrangements.Jazz bands are ideal for cocktail parties, launches, dinners, conferences, welcome receptions, weddings, parties,venues and other special events. MTA has cover bands available in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and regional areas of Australia. Bands can also supply PA for your special event. They are guaranteed to keep your toes tapping and will get you in the mood!
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Songs from the 30s to the 80s will move you to tears and laughter by the stories and songs of love passion, despair, joy and hope from these extraordinary lives.
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A Tapestry of Fire and Rain - A Tribute Show to Carole King and James Taylor.
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Alexander Nettelbeck is a musician whose playing encompasses classical jazz, blues, latin, and contemporary music in a unique and individual style!
Alisa Fedele and Matt Baker Collective
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The Alisa Fedele and Matt Baker Collective delivers a unique sound perfect for corporate events, bars, restaurants, private celebrations and weddings. The band cater for ...
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Sixteen piece - trumpets, trombones, saxophones, flutes, clarinets, keyboards, guitar, bass, drums and two vocalists. Big band. Big sound. A 'beyond value for money' performance le...
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Allan Zavod is an internationally known jazz pianist voted in the "Top Ten US Jazz Pianists" of the 80's, having toured and recorded with many celebrated international bands!
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This quartet plays original instrumental music of madness & passion, a mix of red hot swing, bizarre jazz improvisation & psychotic gypsy polka
Australia's Own JW Swing Orchestra
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Australia's Own JW Swing Orchestra can play all your popular swing standards of the 30’s to the 50’s and can perform from a 2 to 16 piece!
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B# a Big Band is Melbourne's most exciting, Swingin' big band. They bring an fresh, invigorating sound to Melbourne and casting a spell on new audiences with every performance. The...
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When only the best will do. 350,000+ YouTube views. The most listened to 1920s - 1930s singer and vintage band in Australia.
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His saxophone sound is reminiscent of the big-toned 1930's and 40's tenor players, being equally at home playing ballads, up-tempo swing, driving blues, or "hot" New Orleans styles...
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With Ben's soothing piano skills and jazzy tactics, your guests are sure to be blown away!
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From timeless jazz standards to gutsy blues, chilled lounge grooves to funkytown soul, Beulah takes her listeners on a journey they will never forget!
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Billy Stewart is a versatile, world - class cabaret singer and entertainer, whose repertoire includes Pop, Rock, Big Ballads, Jazz and a pleasant touch of light Comedy.
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Birdland Trio perform a vibrant and upbeat selection of jazz, swing, groove and funk music.
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As a leading Sydney-based group, the band performs at clubs, jazz venues, concerts and festivals, as well as corporate and private functions.
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Bob Valentine is one of Australia’s favourite performers and is in constant demand on the corporate circuit. A party with the music of Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Elvis & more
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Their large, diverse repertoire includes gypsy, klezmer, jazz, continental, tango and light classical music.
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The Bonaire Duo is a flute and guitar duo specializing in weddings and corporate functions. With a wide range of repertoire from jazz standards to ballads to classical tunes this d...
Bric-a-Brac - French and Spanish inspired Carnivale Music
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4 to 5 piece - Vibrant & colourful tribute to French music: dancing & nostalgia
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This highly regarded mainstream jazz ensemble has a Harry Connick Jnr style and is accompanied by exquisite Ella Fitzgerald type vocals.
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Call Collect offer a vast repertoire of tastefully reimagined classics mixed in with the band's memorable originals. They bring style, charm and atmosphere and guarantee to make yo...
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Carl Riseley has always been musical, but rather than with singing, his adventure began as a trumpeter in The Royal Australian Navy band.
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Chit Chat is a young and dynamic duo comprising Veronica Zahra (Voice) and Simon Merry (Guitar). The Australian based duo melds Originals, Jazz, Latin and popular standards creati...
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Men and women alike melt like snow as these charming crooners’ bear their heart and soul in a musical extravaganza to set even the coldest heart alight!
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Chukale Afro-Cuban Salsa Ensemble Directed by percussionist and lead singer Gustavo Cereijo, eleven-piece Afro-Cuban Salsa ensemble Chukale has been delighting Australian audie...
Australia & France
Samuel Berthod is a world class clarinet player of many styles!
Continental Drift - Gypsy/Tango & World Music
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Continental Drift, a string trio with a difference! Playing light classical, beautiful ambient background plus jazz & latin styles.
Daren Reid & the Soul City Groove
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Daren Reid and The Soul City Groove will captivate audiences with their unique style and rhythm as they perform classics from the 60's through to the top 40 hits of today...
David Allardice & The Peak Trio
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With the finest of Melbourne's Musicians, David Allardice performes a large repertoire of South American and Brazilian standards in a classic piano, bass and drums line u...
David Allardice Y El Combo de la Playa
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David Allardice Combo plays as a five piece band with Tania Pineda vocs and claves; Julio Ramirez vocs Tres guitar and percussion; David Allardice piano; Mike Mathews bas...
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Dean Martin impersonator. All the moves, grooves and patter as well as very fine singing.
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Playing a potent mix of swing, latin and blues - Di Bird delivers the perfect mix of fun and sophistication! With her warm singing tone, sensitive lyrical interpretation and unique...
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Swingin’ jazz group, the Dukes of Debonaire, are bringing their brand of sophisticated style to rapturous audiences everywhere. Their music includes swing, rhythm and blues, roma...
Duo Historie and their new act Sax Summit
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Sax Summit is quickly gaining attention as one of Australia's most original and dynamic and interactive new acts.Four saxophonists perform a high ener...
SA
E-type Jazz specialise in new arrangements of classic, swinging jazz tunes, mostly from the 1930's and 40's, in the tradition of Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole.
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Swing into the 21st Century where swing music is set to recreate the era of the 1940's courtesy of Eddy Seven's Swingsation!
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For that touch of class at your next event, why not provide your guests with some Elegant Swing!
Emma Gilmartin - Jazz Vocalist / Pianist
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Now and then, one hears a voice which instantly suggests uncommon beauty and musicality, that's Emma Gilmartin!
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Emma Graves has a refreshing sound, re-creating and bringing back to life, some of the classic favourites from the vintage to the modern, with funky blues and soul for flavour and ...
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Fire & Theft are sure to get your inner "swing burglar" up and grooving to a mix of jazz and quirky covers!
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Now you can re-live the glorious sounds of Burt Bacharach with "the rising stars.." of the 2002 Adelaide International Cabaret Festival, "Flat on your Bacharach".
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If it's great tunes from the 30's, 40's and 50's that you're after, then here's your band! The Fly Right Trio is a band that caters for many different occasions in a variety of ve...
Frank Fettuccini & The Offswing
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At last! Introducing the Corporate Band we've all been waiting for: Frank Fettuccini & The Offswing!
WA
Creating a unique and exciting contemporary sound, Freehold Jazz can operate as a trio or quartet and either instrumentally or vocally.
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Swing'n, Groove'n, Latin, Funk'n...That's the sound of the Funky Do Da's. Combining convention with technology, old tunes with the new, the sound created by this unique and talente...
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Bringing together a fantastic line-up of highly experienced musicians that have an enormous amount of explosive energy to spice up your party or function.
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Arguably the best New Orleans Style Jazz trumpeter produced in Australia Geoff Bull has sought and received his recognition on the world stage.
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Vibraphonist/flutist/saxophonist Glenn Henrich has performed with many of Australia’s top jazz musicians.
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SHE'S GONE AND DONE IT AGAIN. First, Grace Knight took the Eurogliders pop band to chart topping success throughout the 80s, then she became Australia's number one selling Jazz Div...
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Harry Deluxe combines all the glitz and glamour of a sultry 40s film siren with the fire and energy of a modern day rock star.
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If you're looking for a band that will deliver great, fun entertainment, a dynamic performance and will get any audience involved and partying the night away, then Melbourne's H...
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This sensational Australian vocal group have gone from doo-wop band to motown crooners. With brothers Andrew and Michael, Toby Allen and Phil Burton, Human Nature have a become ...
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In3 Trio comprise of three of Melbourne’s most sought after musicians, Carla Troiano (Vocals), Liam Brown (Double Bass and Beating boxing) & Adrian Montagese (Keys).
WA
Jay is an immensely talented performer and is proving very popular with live audiences. The diversity of musical styles that he is able to sing makes his concerts interesting and a...
Jazz Katz Featuring Catherine Lambert
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Catherine Lambert is a master of crooning the sultry jazz ballad and pouring sweet melody into welcoming souls just beyond the stage, or screen.
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Jazz'man will create the auro of New Orleans through the sound of his seductive saxophone and awe inspiring melodies. Using the technology of today, the illusion of a piano based ...
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Music for the soul and soul coaching, creating an ambience of serenity and bliss. Janet creates a soundscape of improvised ambient harp music.
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A four piece outfit with a repertoire of music from the '30s to present easy listening popular standards.
Jen Hawley & The Cocktail Crew
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Jen Hawley and the cocktail crew is a highly professional and sophisticated jazz ensemble offering a stylish continental-infused repertoire to soothe or swing your venue.
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Jennie Mortimer is an award winning vocalist, having won an award of excellence for her debut album “Reflection’
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Throughout Australia, New Zealand, Canada & USA performing/recording artist Jessie Sparks continues to gain widespread recognition for her unique sound & awe-inspiring live perform...
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The jive bombers have been entertaining Sydney since 1985 and have built a reputation as Sydney’s number one retro dance band.
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The band has worked in the corporate sector over many years and has built an enviable reputation. Styles range from jazz to covers and themes.
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Under the direction of vocalist and saxophonist Johan van Gelder this polished group performs smooth and entertaining renditions of well-known Jazz classics from the crooning style...
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Johan van Gelder Trio is a skilful blend of sophistication and musicianship.
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The John Leigh Calder Band has it all, from cool jazz/blues, good time R&B to funky soul.
Judith Perl (singer & pianist)
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As a singer, pianist and performer, Judith is recognised as an extremely diverse and adaptable musician. She is remarkably accomplished in a wide variety of music styles.
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Jugularity’s brand of madcap musical comedy successfully combines skilled, inspiring musicianship with comedy cabaret.
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Julie O'Hara started singing with jazz bands around Melbourne in the late 80's. Over the next decade she freelanced with bands of different styles, including Brazilian (Brazjaz), G...
Karen Chalmers - Pianist/Vocalist'
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Karen’s vast repertoire spans light classics, through jazz to popular music of today. This versatility ensures her appeal to a wide audience!
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Katie Noonan has the kind of voice grown men weep for, the kind of voice that seems to come directly from her heart rather than her lungs. A voice that will make your event unfo...
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Katie Underwood heads up a world class corporate and festival Jazz Band and is a fabulous, warm and energetic host or MC for any function or event.
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Take the sexiness of Moulin Rouge, the sassiness of Cabaret and the sophistication of Chicago and you have the hottest show in town.
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There is more than a touch of class and sophistication to Leanne Crawford's popular stage performances. Professionally singing and touring around Australia, Leanne's smooth, sultry...
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One of Sydney's best singers, Lily has performed and recorded with Kate Ceberano, Tim Hopkins, Jackie Orszaczky and the Grand Masters, Dale Barlow and regularly works as a session ...
Limelight - Latin, Jazz & Covers
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Canberra's favourite jazz, latin & covers band, the wonderful lounge quartet consisting of sax, double bass, keyboards (with optional vocals) drums and horns.
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Virtuosic Gypsy world music fusion band Lolo Lovina draw influences from Balkan Gypsies, Gypsy swing jazz and Tango.
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Live from their own lounge rooms. Anita, Kevin and Brett come directly to you. With their own versions of songs such as 'Jesse', 'Groovin', 'Harlem Nocturne', 'Ode to Billy Joe', a...
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Whether you’re entertaining a client or having a special celebration, Lucinda Peters is a singer and double-bassist with a voice of starry substance. A beautiful Sydney Jazz ban...
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Providing world-class musical entertainment from a duo to a full 6-piece band, LURE is a Brisbane-based act that is renowned for satisfying audiences, high profile corporate client...
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Singer/songwriter Sarah Maclaine accompanied by accomplished pianist Stephen Paix, will sing you a great repertiore of songs from pop, jazz and rhythm and blues; Nina Simone, Frank...
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Matthew Fagan is a well known professional guitarist and composer of over 30 years experience who plays a unique Australian handmade 10 string Spanish guitar, Celtic Steel String G...
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Megan Bowman is a woman who delivers a poweful live performance. People connect strongly with her energy and dynamic vocals, and she is receiving such fantastic reviews that once y...
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The Michael Westlake Trio plays a wide cross sections of tunes stretching from the 20's through to the 80's.Being a true performer, Michael has the flexibility and intuition to cat...
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Michelle Nicole is rapidly becoming known as one of Australia's finest jazz singers. Leading her band with a quiet dignity, her apparent ease at clever, difficult, and varied impro...
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Monica Trapaga is one of Australia’s most successful and versatile celebrities! Her vast array of talents have ensured she remains a favourite among the pre-school set, while con...
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For your next event, My Sauce Good is the band you are looking for to create a warm and tangible atmosphere for your guests.
Nathan Foley and the Daryl McKenzie Jazz Orchestra
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In this brand new show, Nathan and the “Daryl McKenzie Jazz Orchestra” perform some of the great jazz standards and big band classics by Frank Sin...
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Nesina Viola is a female vocalist who together with her accompanist perform easy listening, laid back tunes incorporating Jazz, PoP, Blues, Latin and International songs.If you enj...
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Nev Ollis came to Brisbane in 1987 to perform at World Expo 88. He picked up the sponsorship of XXXX and has been here ever since.
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With their distinctive crossover of styles (where music, dance style and the sound art scene fuze) the New Impromptu Quartet is revelling in the emergence of the new brass-toned mu...
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Night and Day have quickly become one of Canberra’s busiest and most popular dinner and dance bands. The group plays a smooth blend of well known swing and cool jazz tunes, throu...
AUST-WIDE
A multifaceted act incorporating a Live 7 Piece Band, Professional Rock'n'Roll, Latin and Ballroom Dancers and a truly unique stage set with authentic period costuming.
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Melbourne-based the Nue Vue Trio is a talented and versatile ensemble which comprises of three of Australia's finest musicians.
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Through experience the Combo has gone on to become one of Melbourne's best working bands, offering professionalism and reliability.
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Papa Groove formed in 2002 as a jazz quartet playing some of Sydney's best known jazz venues.
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Paradise City Jazz Band specialises in providing professional entertainment at weddings, corporate and other functions, at a host of venues requiring quality musical entertainment.
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Patou; Jamaican for 'night owl' but in Australia better known as a singer of amazing versatility with a voice that’s rich, inviting and able to!
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Mark Fitzgibbon (piano) is an integral part of Melbourne’s ever widening jazz scene.
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Michael has been in performing as a solo pianist/vocalist for many years and plays a wide cross section of music ranging from the 20’ though to the 80’s.
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The Princes of Swing plays sophisticated smooth & swinging Jazz & Bossa from the great songbooks of the 30s 40s & 50s.
Rachel Hannan's Little Big Band
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Three to five piece featuring vocals, vibes and gorgeous sounds.
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Salon quartet who perform the original compositions and arrangements of Melbourne composer and violinist David Osborne.
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Rendezvous can offer you all of that in one customised package to ensure that your wedding day is unforgettable.
Rob Longstaff - Jazz and much more
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Rob Longstaff is an acoustic soloist, collaborator, avid hitchhiker and amateur street fighter whose musical stylings sit within a little known sub-genre he likes to desc...
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Rodric has two albums to his credit, countless festivals, cruise ship and concert experience, and many other performance and recording credits to his name.
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Featured throughout Australia and S/E Asia, Ross Ogden is a vocalist with a reputation for fronting great bands featuring Sydney's finest musical talents.
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Rumours deliver that musical ‘wow factor’ every time! Featuring outstanding
musicianship, stunning vocals, energy-packed performances, and all the hottest party
hit...
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Salvador Charli represents an exciting direction in Latin / Classical mixed with world music influences.
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Sarah Maclaine lives each song she sings and constantly delights audiences with her rich, velvety voice, it's beautiful tone and fantastic vocal range. If you happen upon one of he...
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Cool, smooth and sophisticated, evoking the smoky jazz club atmosphere of artists like Miles Davis, Chet Baker, Nat King Cole and Anita O'Day, Sarah McDonald and The Aces have the ...
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Mezzo Soprano, actor and creative director, Sarah Taylor passionately brings her infectious and enchanting stage presence to audiences
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Add a touch of class to your next event with one of Australia's youngest and finest Cabaret Entertainers.
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Soul Nights is Sydney's premier cover band and is comprised of Australia's leading musicians.
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Stellar musicians Peter Morgan and Gary Honor bring you a fusion of smooth jazz, soul, funk and RnB. You'll be swept away by Peter's velvet voice and Gary's phenomenal saxophone. T...
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R & B Band - Soul’d is the Northern Rivers biggest band featuring twelve of the areas best musicians, including a five piece horn section, three vocalists and the rhythm s...
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You'll hear awesome arrangements by guitarist Jamie Clark performed by an exceptional band of great musicians and be uplifted by the energy and infectious joy of vocalist Stacey Br...
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‘Original, spontaneous and magical interpretations of jazz, Brazilian
bossanova and pop classics…’ (MX 2010).
‘effortlessly fluid vocals’ (The Age)…
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Straight No Chaser is a spectacular latin and jazz band that has been hand picked from the cream of the crop! Ideal for any corporate function, wedding, restaurant or even birthday...
Sue Speer & The Big Buzz Combo
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Welcome to the swingin' groove oriented sounds of 'Sue Speer & The Big Buzz Combo'. The band brings together some of Melbourne's most diverse and experienced musicians in a blend o...
QLD
Have you heard the latest Swing Sensation? Pack up and come fly away with the best swing band around.
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Swing City is a big band made up of Australia's finest young jazz musicians who all share a love of music that swings.
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Ricky Martni meets Michael Bublé in a hilarious sing off show, it's Swinging La Vida Loca!
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Along with the music, the Sydney Jazz Trio presents a complete concert experience. They enjoy entertaining and communicating with the audience, relating interesting anecdotes about...
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Taylor Made Jazz formed in 1990 by saxophonist Mark Taylor, is one of Sydney's very popular jazz groups.
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Sassy, soulful blues! If you like The Blues Brothers, Tina Turner or Sharon Jones, you will love The Andrea Marr Band.
The Australian Boys of Mowtown
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A modern twist on that distinct soul-pop sound that is MOTOWN
Featuring familiar faces from many of Australia's touring musicals including; Jersey Boys, Wicked, Hair Spray, ...
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The Bass and I brings together Steve's virtuosic double bass playing and cool vocal stylings to create a unique, intimate, sophisticated sound. Swinging, hip and cool!
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Rare and mysterious, The Black Tulips play a beautiful and sumptuous blend of music which flows seamlessly from Tango and Gypsy to Latin and Jazz.
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The Cardinal Groove play old school R&B, Funk, Blues, Soul and Jazz taking a big influence from the Motown sound. They guarantee to get you "up on offa that thang!"
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Decide, what do you want to do in a party? Or ponder deeply, if you are the host, what do you want your guest to do? Dance a bit or dance whimsically, or just sit relaxed and en...
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Duo to a nine piece band playing, jazz, soul, funk, Latin, & rock'n'roll. Any occasion, many styles.
Any occasion
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These bright and perky sisters bring their soothing harmonies in WW11 Style fashion.
The Glorious Sousaphonic Brass Band
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The Glorious Sousaphonic Brass Band comes to you from the tradition of New Orleans street parade bands. Drawing on calypso and New Orleans styles, the music edges towa...
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Grant Siedle and hs band have a deep, velvet sound that smolders throughout the evening!
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Amanda Meadows is a fine Jazz singer & graduate of the Queensland Conservatorium of Music. Alexander Nettelbeck is a pianist, composer and producer based in Melbourne Australia. To...
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The Jazz Professionals have performed at over 1000 weddings and events and provide a professional and well presented performance that can be tailored to your specific needs.
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The Jumpin' Jitta-Bugs are a sensational group who specialise in revived 40's Swing with a modern day sound!
The Pearly Shells Swing Orchestra
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The Pearly Shells play their own arrangements of the Big Band Classics. Audiences love their unique ability to leave the music behind and "riff-out" when things are reall...
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The Q Club duo, trio, quartet or the whole band! A Band Based Bringing together singer (and guitarist/percussionist) Adrien Mees, and some great musicians, leading you through a mi...
The Robbie Williams Experience
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Louie Lee Feltrin is Australia’s Number One Robbie Williams Impersonator as seen on the hit Channel 9 TV Show, Starstruck!
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The swing kings feature the classic arrangements of JUMP JIVE Jazz and Swing era in a punchy toe tapping, feet moving, red hot feel.
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Whether roving or playing as a standard stationary jazz trio, The Swingers are always models of decorum as they put forth smooth classics that range from the cool jazz era to today...
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By excelling at the music they love and loving the music they excel at, they are recognised as one of the leading classic/mainstream jazz groups in Australia by critics and jazz fa...
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Belinda Griffiths' smooth vocals and Angelo Montalti's inventive piano style combine to create an enticing blend of jazz and classic popular tunes. Perfect entertainment at corpora...
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A unique mother and daughter team. The incomparable voice of Katie Noonan, lead singer of george and elixir, blends with the sumptuous soprano of Maggie Noonan for a sophisticated,...
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Roving duet devised by the multi talented Veren Grigorov. With more than a touch of comedy the style of music includes Jazz, swing, Gypsy, Country...oh yes AND Western!
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Un Petit Purr is a new duo which presents gorgeous French music. The glorious voice of Jeannie Van de Velde and virtuosic piano accordion of Carolyn Connors combine for a fun-fille...
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Virus is one of the most exciting traditional jazz bands on the Melbourne scene, combining the exuberance of youth with the wisdom of experience they play hot New Orleans jazz.
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When Harry Met Frank revives the era of swing the way it was swung (with a little bit of funk thrown in for good measure).
