Live Jazz in Melbourne

Thu, Jul 2, 7:30 PM

‘Syn-chro-ni-ci-ty’

Paris Cat Jazz Club / Melbourne CBD / Map

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 7PM FOR A 7.30PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 7.30PM-9.30PM) ‘Syn-chro-ni-ci-ty’ ALBUM LAUNCH!!!! ALBUM LAUNCH!!! ALBUM LAUNCH!!!! Synchronicity is finally releasing its debut album of original ‘Jazz/Rock Australian Fusion’ and, you have an opportunity to be there to listen to all the music, take home a physical hard copy of the album or scan a special QR code on the night or both!!! On the gig you will be able to hear all of the new pieces the band has been developing…and for the ‘fans’ don’t worry…the band will still be playing some of your ‘jazz-rock’ favorites that this band is known for….” So…if you like your jazz with a touch more ‘Rock’, ‘Funk’ and topped off with a sprinkle of ‘Smooth’…..then you’ll be blown away with not only the repertoire of this band but also what each individual member of this group will brings to it…..this is… ‘Syn-chro-ni-ci-ty’. In amongst the bands originals you may also hear classics from: from legends such as Chick Corea, Lee Ritenour, Mike Stern….and more!! So please join… Lachlan Davidson - sax, flute Gianni Turcio - keys, J

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 5.30PM FOR A 6PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 6PM-7.40PM) Panorama Brasil featuring Dany Maia Panorama Brasil return to the Paris Cat with guest vocalist Dany Maia. This show pays tribute to the great songwriters and lyricists of Brazil, with the stunning vocals and vibrant energy of Dany Maia leading this incredible band. From the earliest days of samba, Brazil has produced lyricists capable of social insight, cutting wit and subtle beauty. From the protest songs of the dictatorship eras, to the intimacy of bossa nova, onto MPB and beyond. Panorama Brasil presents incredible songs from some of Brazil’s greatest modern poets including Djavan, Milton Nascimento, Jobim, Edu Lobo and Chico Buarque in an all-encompassing journey. "The band launched straight into the heady syncopations of the maracatu from Recife, transporting us immediately into the alternative reality of a wild, intensely colourful carnival, about as far removed from Adelaide in winter as you can get." Stephen Wittington, Adelaide Advertiser. Dany Maia (voice) Yael Zamir (flute) Jorge Albuquerque (

Sun, Jul 5, 6:00 PM

Jackie Bornstein: GREAT WOMEN OF JAZZ

Paris Cat Jazz Club / Melbourne CBD / Map

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 5.30PM FOR A 6PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 6PM-8PM) GREAT WOMEN OF JAZZ Jackie Bornstein and her top band celebrate some of the most influential jazz singers of all time: Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee and Nina Simone. Drawing on the repertoire of these jazz greats Jackie will pour her heart into swinging and moving songs of love, longing and protest. Featuring tunes composed by Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Peggy Lee, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim and more. "An enchanting vocalist and captivating storyteller." - Australian Jazz Jackie Bornstein is one of Australia’s most captivating jazz, chanson and bossa nova singers, with sold-out shows at the Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne International Jazz Festival, Paris Cat Jazz Club, Kew Court House and more. Known for her rich tones and ability to get to heart of a tune, Jackie enchants audiences with her powerful delivery and storytelling, setting the scene beautifully for each song. Jackie Bornstein - voice Anton Delecca - saxophone Yael Zamir - flute Mark Fitz

Thu, Jul 16, 7:30 PM

Havana Club Orquesta pays tribute to Tito Puente & Celia Cruz

Paris Cat Jazz Club / Melbourne CBD / Map

PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 7PM FOR A 7.30PM SHOWTIME (SHOW DURATION IS 7.30PM-9.30PM) Havana Club Orquesta pays tribute to Tito Puente & Celia Cruz Havana Club Orquesta is a 14 piece band run by multi instrumentalist Alex Howroyd that brings alive the music of Spanish Harlem from the 50s and 60s through Cuban percussion, riffing saxophones and an amazing collection of Melbourne's best musicians. Tonight, Havana Club Orquesta will bring to you the music of Tito Puente, Celia Cruze as well as their contemporaries and the musicians they influenced, including Machito, Xavier Cugat and Eddie Palmieri. With a huge horn section, amazing singers, and loads of percussion, Havana Club Orquesta will give the audience a night they'll remember and provide an energy that will guarantee the whole room will be out of their seats and dancing! Instagram Link @havanacluborquesta Musician Lineup: Alex Howroyd: MD, saxophone, flute Paul Cornelius: saxophone Holly Moore: saxophone Miles Izzo: trumpet Tom Kenneth: trumpet Cam McAllaster: trumpet Andrew Leach: trombone Linda Navarez: vocals Eddie Estrada: voca