IMP News

Jazz Orchestra performs at Lazybones Lounge

On Tuesday 5 May, the Fort Street Jazz Orchestra were thrilled to perform at Lazybones Lounge (one of Sydney’s premiere professional jazz clubs) as part of the Tuesday Night Jazz Education Series. The band played brilliantly under the direction of Mike Raper, and it has been very exciting to hear the group’s huge progress over the past few years through this performance opportunity.

Jazz Orchestra were the support act for the incredible Tuesday Night Jazz Orchestra, a professional ensemble made up of Sydney’s finest jazz musicians. TNJO were joined by Belgian Jazz trumpet genius, Bert Joris, playing a program of his compositions. A huge number of families stayed after our performance to hear Bert and the TNJO perform, and it was a transformative experience for everyone involved.

Young Women’s Jazz Workshops

The Young Women’s Jazz Workshops are on again this year and applications are now open! Students with an interest in jazz are encouraged to apply.

The eight-week program accommodates players of all skill levels (aged 12 and over), from beginner to advanced, regardless of their prior knowledge of jazz, and has been crafted to inspire young instrumentalists to play and pursue a future in music.

For more information: https://sima.org.au/programs/young-womens-jazz-workshop/

Applications close: Monday 20 June

Strike a Chord competition now open!

Musica Viva Australia’s national chamber music competition is now open!

School students across Australia are invited to enter, whether just starting out or already experienced performers. Win prizes, get feedback, and for those who progress to the Championship Section National Final, perform live at Melbourne Recital Centre on 29 August.

FAQs: https://www.musicaviva.com.au/strike-a-chord/resources/strike-a-chord-faqs/

For more information on Champion Section: https://www.musicaviva.com.au/strike-a-chord/championship-section/

For more information on Foundation section: https://www.musicaviva.com.au/strike-a-chord/foundation-section

Entries close: Thursday 28 May