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Where to find live Jazz

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The guide is open to all styles of jazz.

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Sept 10 Fri - Bundoora
“ A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "

Bruce Gourlay, one of Tasmania's leading piano players is coming over to the mainland to team up with Alex Hutchinson playing alto sax and clarinet, David May on drums and Geoff Kluke on bass to perform
" A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "
Friday 10th September. 8pm to 11pm Bundoora--Watsonia Bowling Club
Cameron Pde, Yulong Park, Bundoora.

Sept 11 Sat - Clayton
" A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "

Bruce Gourlay, one of Tasmania's leading piano players is coming over to the mainland to team up with Alex Hutchinson playing alto sax and clarinet, David May on drums and Geoff Kluke on bass to perform
" A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "
Sat 11th September. Clayton RSL. Carinish Rd, Clayton 8pm to 11pm.

Sept 12 Sun - Geelong
" A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "

Bruce Gourlay, one of Tasmania's leading piano players is coming over to the mainland to team up with Alex Hutchinson playing alto sax and clarinet, David May on drums and Geoff Kluke on bass to perform
" A Tribute To Teddy Wilson "
Sun12th September. Geelong-- Belmont RSL. Barwon Heads Rd, Belmont,

THE BUDDY LOVE JAZZ BAND
at KOJO BROWN, 294 BRIDGE ROAD, RICHMOND, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH AT 7.30PM
If you enjoy Chet Baker, you’ll certainly enjoy Buddy Love!

ON ANDERSON’S “CUL de SAC”
Featuring MICHELE FORBES

Enjoy the sounds of one of Melbourne’s hottest jazz quartets with extraordinary jazz vocalist Michele Forbes.

Appearing at THE RISING SUN HOTEL 2 Raglan St. South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia every fourth Thursday of each month.

Meals from 6.00pm and music from 8pm. Table bookings: 03 969 62411

Free entry

NORFOLK ISLAND
“JAZZ IN THE PINES”

Dec 5-12, 2010


The annual Norfolk Island “Jazz In The Pines” festival boasts one of the most scenic and beautiful settings for a music festival anywhere in the world. The festival is a rare opportunity to enjoy some of the best jazz musicians from Australia and New Zealand in the historic precincts of Norfolk Island. It’s a chance not only to enjoy great music in a variety of wonderful locations but also to sample the many activities that are available on the Island including snorkelling, scuba diving, sea kayaking, mountain biking, bushwalking, horseriding, fishing and all the shows and plays that depict the history and culture of the island. This year’s festival lineup features:

RAY WOOLF (NZ) & JULIE WILSON (AUS)
Rick Robertson Trio - Mike Walker Trio - Terence Koo Trio
Total Fire Band - Gerard Masters and more!

For full details/prices contact The Travel Centre freephone 1800 1400 66 or
P.O. Box 172, Norfolk Island 2899, South Pacific.
On line – christan@travelcentre.nf

Jazz on the historic "Puffing Billy".
One of Australia’s most scenic rail trips.

Enjoy a toe-tapping night of jazz aboard Puffing Billy’s evening Dinner Train Special.

Departing Belgrave, Victoria, Australia at 7.15pm on THURSDAY OCTOBER 21

Adults $95 and Children under 12 - $50.

Bookings essential on 03 9757 0700 during office hours.

On-line bookings at www.puffingbilly.com.au


"JAZZ AT THE BOULEVARD"
Second Friday of each Month 8pm.
Dance the night away or just settle back and enjoy the swinging sounds of The Ian Smith Quartet.

The dining room is open from 7pm with the music starting at 8pm.

A cover charge of $5 applies for those not dining.

Bookings are recommended on 9852 8144, website www.theboulevard.com.au

The B# Big Band
This sensational big band recreates the big band swing music of the 1940s, and features some of Australia’s top jazz instrumentalists, along with special guest vocalists.

For details of performances click on "THE B # BIG BAND" logo on the bottom of the home page or go to www.bsharpbigband.com.au

B# SWINGS THE COPA ONE MORE TIME ON FATHER'S DAY!
That's right folks, time has come to wrap up our 2010 Swingin' The Copa dates with **one more bash on Sept 5th**. We've had 3 big, wonderful afternoons over the past 3 months and our final date is sure to be no different!

Table bookings have already begun, so if you've got a group of 6 or more - **and what a great Father's Day idea this gig is** - give the Copa a call on 9417 7099 and they'll reserve a table for you. But remember, you must arrive by 1pm in order to secure it.

So c'mon, let's Bounce! on Sept 5th. Spread the word amongst like-minded friends. You're all gonna love it again! Here's the quick low-down:


* Sunday 5th September at The Copacabana, 139 Smith St, Fitzroy


* Copa Kitchen, full bar & coffee facilities available, plus the open fireplace roaring away!
* Swing Patrol](http://www.swingpatrol.com.au) 'beginners / refresher' swing dance class, with the renowned teaching duo - Shob & Andy: 12pm to 12:45pm
* B# Performance: 1pm to 3:30pm
* **Dance Class & B# Performance: $25**
* **B# Performance Only: $20**
* $5 discount for Swing Patrol 'Multi Class Pass' holders, PBS FM members, 'Seniors Card' holders, FOB holders and those that purchase [our debut CD - Bounce!](http://www.trybooking.com/cww) on arrival for $25.
* General Admission. However, to book a table for 6 or more, call The Copa - 9417 7099.

See you all there. And remember, **for full details, visit:** www.bsharpbigband.com.au/upcominggigs.asp(http://www.bsharpbigband.com.au/upcominggigs.asp)

Oh... and as a final note, here's what **the world's current most renowned jazz trombonist** (and close friend of Wynton Marsalis), **Wycliffe Gordon** , had to say about our debut Bounce! CD earlier this week (and yes - all the exclamation marks are his):

Henry, I finally got the opportunity to sit and listen to the CD in its entirety. It is a great CD from every angle! The tune selection, to the song order, to the choice of music are all stellar!!!! The CD swings and it is a great representation of what a great show should be, from start to finish!!!!_ Bravo!!! - **Wycliffe Gordon, Jazz Trombonist, Lincoln Centre - New York City**

So why not **grab a copy for Dad this Father's Day!** [Click here to buy Bounce!](http://www.trybooking.com/cww)

Cheers,

Henry K & The Swingin' B# Team
www.bsharpbigband.com.au](http://www.bsharpbigband.com.au

B# Big Band | B# Big Band, PO Box 200, HAWTHORN, VIC 3122

RUBY PAGE QUARTET
Following are the Melbourne, Victoria venues where vocalist Ruby Page and her band appear on a regular basis. Ruby is pictured on the right.

Peppers The Sands
2 Sands Blvd. Torquay, Victoria.

Monthly – last Sundays of the month from 3.00pm - 6.00pm – free
www.thesandstorquay.com

Phone: 03 5264 333.

Pescare Restaurant
Tuscany Room
285 – 289 Springvale Road, Century City Walk, Glen Waverley, Victoria.

First Tuesday of the month from 7.00pm till 10.00 pm - free.

Bookings on 9560 4088.

The Local
22 Bay Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria.

First Wednesday of the month from 7.00pm till 10.00pm.
Note: No pokies or TAB facilities.
www.thelocalportmelbourne.com.au
Phone: 9646 0072 - free.

Hotel Bruce
445 Blackburn Road corner of Monash freeway, Mount Waverley, Victoria.

First Sunday of the month from 2.00pm till 5.00pm - free.

Extensive snack menu (or full al la carte) and superb wines from the unique visible wine room.

www.brucecounty.com.au
Phone: 9803 5411


Bill Dudley’s New Orleanians!!!
A Great Trad Jazz Band - Every Sunday and Most Public Holidays From 5pm to 8pm at:
Strawberry Hills Hotel, Cnr Devonshire & Elizabeth Sts Surry Hills, Sydney NSW, Australia.
Tel: 61 2 9698 2997

Come along for some Foot Stompin’ N’Awlins Jazz, Blues & Gospel – Join Our Friendly Jazz Crowd
All Musos Welcome for the Sit-in Bracket - Bring Your Instruments & Your Voices

The New Orleanians have played trad jazz for years, and it’s much appreciated that they have stuck to what they’re good at! Better than any Underground Scene. Bill and the Band won’t let you down!

Great Corner Pub Atmosphere & Economically Priced Meals and Beverages.

Bill Dudley

Pictured is Bill Dudley's New Orleanians.





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