Photo by Lindsay Beyerstein
One of the most exciting big band composers in recent history, Darcy James Argue blends the full breadth of jazz tradition with raw, modern musical energy and classical finesse.
His ground breaking work with his 18-piece big band ‘Secret Society’ has won international critical acclaim and placed him at the forefront of the contemporary jazz scene.
During his first visit to Australia, Darcy James Argue and WAYJO will exclusively present this program of innovative big band jazz to WA audiences.
“Wickedly intelligent”
New York Times
“A nearly perfect creative synthesis between tradition and innovation”
BBC.com
“Brimming with fresh ideas; elegant in its combination of disparate influences (from distorted electric guitar to magisterial wind-instrument arrangements to minimalist rhythms); and accomplished in execution.”
Wall Street Journal
Saturday 15 June, 8pm
Venue:
The Bakery, 233 James St Northbridge
Bookings:
The Bakery
www.nowbaking.com.au
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Photo by Paul Bui
WAYJO will honour some of the finest musicians of the 20th century, with fun and energetic concerts at two of the hippest joints in town. From Duke Ellington to Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie to Bossa Nova, join us as we pay homage to the giants of jazz.
Soul-Latin-Soul
Get your dancing shoes on for the fabulous music of Tito Puente and Olver Nelson, with some Bossa Nova mixed in just for fun…
Friday 21 June, 8pm
Venue:
Devilles Pad
3 Aberdeen St, Perth
Bookings:
Devilles Pad
(08) 9225 6669
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Photo by Paul Bui
WAYJO will honour some of the finest musicians of the 20th century, with fun and energetic concerts at two of the hippest joints in town. From Duke Ellington to Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie to Bossa Nova, join us as we pay homage to the giants of jazz.
Ella and Basie!
50 years after it was first released, Ella and Basie! remains one of the quintessentially enduring, classic big band albums.
Thursday 11 July, 8pm
Venue:
The Ellington Jazz Club
191 Beaufort St, Perth
Bookings:
The Ellington
(08) 9228 1088
www.ellingtonjazz.com.au
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Melbourne born Grammy Award nominee Tim Davies is now based in LA, but his compositions and orchestrations can be heard in concert halls and cinemas all over the world.
Combining classic big band themes with traditional and contemporary elements, Davies creates a truly unique sound.
“…A virtuosic showman who had a big personality and wielded his sticks like an army wields weapons.”
AusJazz
“Davies leads the band from the drums, stoking [it] like a powerful steam engine one moment, steering it like a finely-tuned race car the next. He blends swing, rock, hip hop and contemporary techniques… This is not your father’s big band.”
All Your Jazz
Friday 9 & Saturday 10 August, 7.30pm
Venue:
Studio Underground, State Theatre Centre
cnr Roe St & William St, Perth
Bookings:
Ticketek
1300 795 012
www.ticketek.com.au
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Our twenties may be over, but we’re looking more radiant than ever!
For three decades, WAYJO has been providing opportunity and inspiration to some of the finest young jazz musicians in the country.
Join all three current WAYJO bands and an all star alumni line-up in an unforgettable tribute to the past and joyous celebration of the future.
Friday 20 September, 8pm
Venue:
The Astor Theatre, 659 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley
Bookings:
Show Ticketing
(08) 9370 5888
www.showticketing.com.au
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