Monty Shnier Sextet

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Following the release of their 2022 album ‘Where the Blackwoods Grow’, released on ABC Jazz, Monty Shnier has been workshopping a new set of music. A longtime composer and Bandleader, Monty’s compositions highlight the skill and voices of the improvisers they work with, whilst their melodies evoke the lyricism and drama of folk, jazz and classical music in equal measure. This performance will feature: Ashley Ballat – Trumpet Holly Moore – Alto Saxophone Carlo Barbaro – Tenor Saxophone l James Bowers – Piano Luke Andresen – Drums Monty Shnier – Bass ‘A strikingly gifted young bassist and composer’ – Jessica Nicholas – The Age This event will take place on the land of the Wurundjeri people and we pay respect to their elders past, present and emerging.