Events

Steve Hensby "Bonnie Scotts Jazz Duo" Friday 31st May @ 8pm

book with venue directly on (08) 9758 8280

Steve studied Jazz at Berklee College of Music and is a talented singer, songwriter and guitarist. Elysia studied Classical Music at the University of Western Australia. They've performed separately and together in a number of bands covering such diverse styles as folk, country, jazz, rock, funk, ska and reggae. Having different musical backgrounds, but similar musical tastes, Steve and Elysia decided to form an acoustic duo, not only to perform the jazz songs they love, but also to push themselves musically. Elysia performs songs in English, French and Portuguese with many songs featuring improvisation, whilst Steve accompanies her with simultaneous bass lines and comping.

Their influences include such classic artists as: Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Chet Baker and Joe Pass to more contemporary singers including Kurt Elling, Esperanza Spaulding and Melody Gardot. As well as standards, you'll hear some blues, bebop, original compositions and of course, a Bonnie Scott's gig wouldn't be complete without a few smooth Brazilian numbers thrown in for good measure.

Friday March 29th @ 8pm Libby Hammer

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The Legend returns!

Libby Hammer is one of Perth's premier jazz vocalists. With a background in musical theatre and circus, along with five years of music study and 16 years of music industry experience, she has developed a solid reputation in Western Australia as an accomplished jazz singer, bandleader and vocal coach.

Libby started working as a professional jazz singer in 1996, a year before her graduation from Western Australia's Academy of Performing Arts at Edith Cowan University, and since then has enjoyed a solid schedule of performances in a variety of settings.

Destined for the stage and with extra skills from her many years as a young gymnast, Libby performed in musicals as a child, both professional and amateur. Her professional roles included a chorus part in the WA Opera's La Bohème and the character 'Pepper' in the National Theatre's Annie, both at His Majesty’s Theatre, in 1981.

Friday April 20th @ 8pm Martin Lee Cropper

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Authentic yet original 1920's style Mississippi Delta, Hill Country, East Coast & Texas Blues played on National Reso-Phonic guitars. Real old time Country Blues but all my own songs.

Friday April 26th 8pm - Ali Bodycoat

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The sights and sounds of the brilliant Ali Bodycoat feature for our second last event of the winter jazz series.

Well regarded as one of Western Australia’s most talented and respected professional jazz vocalists, Ali Bodycoat has established herself as an unrivalled force in the local jazz industry. A regular feature at The Ellington Jazz Club, Ali performs sold-out shows with the Ali Bodycoat Quintet.

Ali’s relationship with the microphone goes even further as she performs at and hosts various events such as StyleAid for the WA Aids Council and co-hosted North Street Music’s Chamber Jam evenings for three years at The Ellington Jazz Club. She continues to perform at top venues throughout Perth such as Government House, The Quarry Amphitheatre, The State Theatre, His Majesty’s Theatre, The Perth Concert Hall and The Weld Club.