CD of the Week Jazz posts
The Outsider is Chris Cody's new album for his all-star 8 piece band, ranging from jazz to gospel, infused with African and Middle Eastern grooves.
Barry O'Sullivan CD Reviews Jazz posts
This excitingly cool trio has delivered a recording that embraces and experiments with a plethora of instrument sounds, samples, textures, and grooves in a pleasingly unhurried way.
If it were possible to inhale the music of this contemporary jazz album certainly one would be transported into a state of sonic euphoria.
Anoesis' album of original compositions ‘Dancing Waters’ aims to recognise the natural beauty of Australia and its history. ‘Dancing Waters’ was produced through the 2MBS Fine Music Jazz-Artist-in-Residence program.
Barry O'Sullivan Jazz In Conversation Jazz posts program previews
Each Friday, Barry O’Sullivan invites a studio guest onto Friday’s A Jazz Hour at noon. This week’s guest is vocalist Jo Fabro, who has a new album, and is performing in the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival
Classical Jazz posts Program Highlights
2MBS Fine Music Sydney’s Showcase returns this Sunday from 3pm with 4 stunning performances captured live in our Founders Studio.
The trio plays with a joyful abandon that one wishes there was more of in jazz these days, harking back to the days of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Christian, when it was played for pure entertainment. But don’t be misled! Modern Ideal has its place in today’s jazz scene and its future.
An accomplished vocalist and songwriter, Rebekka Neville has created a recording evoking memories of much-loved past jazz performances by Vince Jones that have blended with memories of the enjoyment of being in natural outdoor surroundings.
Class Act: Sat 29th. We are committed to promoting Australian musicians, with a focus on the young. Class Act samples the abundance of new musical talent in our NSW schools
Events Jazz posts
The Sydney International Women's Jazz Festival returns for its 11th year for a week-long celebration (27 October to 5 November). Four headline shows, plus a stack of club gigs across eight venues.