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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Special Guest Chantal Mitvalsky | |
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Friday 16th January 2026 Time: 8:00 pm |
Legendary Melbourne
pianist Bob Sedergreen first came across Chantal Michalsky when she enrolled in his jazz vocal course as a teenager. He realised Chantal
loved performing, had listened to the great jazz vocalists of the past and yet did not copy them. Chantal had an irrepressible stage
personality, and she went onto study and perform music more seriously in Canada and the USA. She returned to Melbourne as lead vocalist
in the popular group Cannonball, Chantal’s powerful delivery is capable of coping with swinging standards, blues and soul with clarity
and authority. Chantal can also interpret ballads with sensitivity and understanding. Bob’s featured group for this occasion is trusted
friends, bassist Ivan Rosa, drummer Mark Voogd and energetic and gifted saxophonist Mal Sedergreen. look forward to an exciting concert!! |
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Venue:
Lido Jazz Room, 1/675 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn Vic Tickets: $32/$27 Bookings: Tel: 03 8658 0000 or www.lidocinemas.com. Bookings essential:
this is a small room – book early to avoid disappointment | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS Present Diane Peters Harp in her only
Melbourne Performance | |
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Saturday 24th January 2026 Time: 8:00 pm |
Diane established herself as a wonderful jazz harpist in Australia
before moving overseas performing in France and mainly Italy where she lives and has played with the cream of Italy’s Jazz
artists. For this performance she will be joined by long-time associate Nick Haywood bass who has performed in Europe and was based
in Prague as they present a program of Diane’s jazz inspired original music The program has been tailored to blend Afro American grooves
and jazz improvisation They will be joined by iconic Melbourne pianist Bob Sedergreen who has recorded with both of them and what promises
to be an intriguing musical event played by Australian musicians who have won international acclaim. |
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Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic
Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick Vic Tickets: $32/$27 Bookings: Here | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Special
Guest Savannah Blount | |
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Saturday 14th February 2026 Time: 8:00 pm |
It’s been a few months since the warm, articulate tones of tenor
saxophonist Savannah Blount last wowed audiences at the Lido Jazz Room. Joining her is the legendary pianist Bob Sedergreen, whose
decades-long contribution to Australian jazz continues to inspire. Guitarist Nick Brown brings blues-infused flair, bassist Jon Chidgey
and drummer Gordon Pendleton complete this powerhouse lineup. Expect an evening of swing, soul, and blues, combining virtuosity, storytelling,
and the joyful spontaneity that defines live jazz. A not-to-be-missed night from Melbourne’s finest. |
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Venue: Lido Jazz Room, 1/675
Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn Vic Tickets: $32/$27 Bookings: Tel: 03 8658 0000 or www.lidocinemas.com. Bookings essential: this is a small
room – book early to avoid disappointment | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Special Guest Rohan Wallis | |
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Friday 20th February
2026 Time: 6:00 pm |
This is the first time this ensemble will be performing at Paris Cat Bob and Mal Sedergreen are well known jazz
and blues identities in Melbourne’s live music scene. Both have performed locally and internationally at concerts and major jazz festivals.
Ivan Rosa is an experienced, driving and empathetic bassist whose association with Bob, spans decades, involving many live gigs, residencies
and recordings. Mark Voogd is a popular drummer due to his ability to handle most musical situations but especially his
affinity of propulsive jazz time a la Jimmy Cobb. Bob’s special guest, Rohan Wallis is, perhaps one of Melbourne’s most eclectic musicians.
A handy trumpeter/flugelhornist, a swinging and relaxed vocal delivery and in demand DJ. His influences include as well as jazz, electronic
music and progressive and post-modern music. Rohan always connects with his audience. Whatever these musicians choose to play on the
night will reflect their years of dedication to the playing and teaching of music in Melbourne. Don’t miss a night, where you can
hear a blend of jazz and popular standards |
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Venue: Paris Cat, 6 Goldie Place, Melbourne Vic Tickets: $45 Bookings: Tickets at the
Door or https://bookings.pariscat.com.au/runsheet/2089 | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With David Jones & Clive Harrison | |
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Saturday
21st February 2026 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 pm |
David Jones has performed with Australia’s greatest musicians including Don Burrow (OAM),
James Morrison, Brian Brown (OAM)and toured extensively overseas playing in Symphony Orchestras in Japan and Asia. He is regarded as
one of our most innovative drummer/percussionists. Bassist Clive Harrison has toured overseas but established himself as a very popular
bassist for many years especially in the Sydney’s vibrant jazz scene where he would have encountered David Jones and they played in
many different special projects together including a trio with Mike Garson the piano player for David Bowie. Clive now lives in Melbourne
and has been performing with iconic jazz pianist Bob Sedergreen. Of course, Bob and David have been playing on and off and have recorded
many times together both with Brian brown and other various ensembles. This band is capable of playing many styles and the program
will include jazz standards, original compositions and most of all free improvisation. These are three very skilled and experienced
musical practitioners. An event not to be missed |
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Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick Vic Tickets: $32/$27 Bookings: Here | |
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MUSIC AT THE GEELONG BOTANIC GARDENS | |
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Saturday 28th February 2026 Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00
pm |
Bob and Mal Sedergreen are well known jazz and blues identities in Melbourne’s live music scene. Both have performed locally
and internationally at concerts and major jazz festivals. Ivan Rosa is an experienced, driving and empathetic bassist whose association
with Bob, spans decades, involving many live gigs, residencies and recordings. Mark Voogd is a driving drummer due to his ability
to handle most musical situations but especially his affinity of propulsive jazz time a la Jimmy Cobb. Bob’s special guest, Rohan Wallis,
is perhaps one of Melbourne’s most eclectic musicians. A handy trumpeter/flugelhornist, a swinging and relaxed vocal delivery and
in demand DJ. His influences include as well as jazz, electronic music and progressive and post-modern music. Rohan always connects
with his audience. As an added attraction joining the band will be vocalist Chantal Mitvalsky, a member of the popular Melbourne
group Cannonball. Bob knows that Chantal will be able to compliment the band with her vibe presence and powerful delivery . Whatever
these musicians choose to play at The Botanical Gardens will reflect their years of dedication to the playing and teaching of music. BYO
Alcohol is permitted at events. The Geelong Botanic Gardens have asked us to explain to you that as this is a sensitive area and a
botanical garden, certain chairs and rugs are prohibited. Please see FAQ’s for more information. Stage seating is available
for those that can't afford the specific chairs. |
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Venue: Geelong BotanicGardens, Podbury Drive, East Geelong VIC View on
Map Tickets: $16.20 - $19.80 Bookings: Here (orders are non-refundable) Early birds 10% discount will end on 17/12/25 at 10:00
am | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS – JAZZ AT BLACKBURN LAKE With Special Guest Rohan Wallis | |
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Sunday 1st March 2026 Time: 8:00 –
10:00 pm |
Details coming soon |
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Venue: Blackburn Lake -Lake Rd, Blackburn 3130 Tickets: No charge | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With
Special Guest Toby Mak | |
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Saturday 7th March 2026 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 pm |
Toby Mak is a protégé of the late Gil Askey, musical director
for Diana Ross and a Motown legend. Thanks to Gil, young Toby learned to burn from the start. He understood the language of bop, jazz
and swing. Toby, trumpet along with Mal Sedergreen, saxophones was part a revolutionary new band Mistaken identity who introduced
salsa style original pieces and made many albums together After spending many years performing in China, Toby has returned home and
will add a lot of musical authority to an experienced rhythm section featuring bassist Clive Harrison and drummer Mark Voogd. Of course,
iconic Melbourne jazz pianist Bob Sedergreen and Toby are no strangers as Toby cut his teeth sitting in with Bob and the late Gil
Askey. This reunion promises to be a musical event with much sparkle. |
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Venue: Lido Jazz Room, 1/675 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn Vic Tickets: $32/$27 Bookings: Tel: 03 8658 0000 or www.lidocinemas.com. Bookings essential: this is a small room – book early to avoid
disappointment | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS The Chartbusters | |
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Saturday 14th March 2026 Time: 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm |
Tear up
your charts, cancel your YouTube, put your mobile apps away, these guys have come to play modern jazz as free spirits. Everyone in
the band has dedicated their life to the art form, having played countless gigs with a host of impressive musicians. Band leader Bob
Sedergreen, has performed with the following USA Jazz Downbeat poll winners, including Milt Jackson, Phil Woods and Nat Adderley.
Gifted saxophonist, Mal Sedergreen toured Australia twice with legendary USA Bluesman Jimmy Witherspoon, performed with Nat Adderley
and also Australian greats Don Burrows and Ted Vining. On bass, Clive Harrison with a wonderful and impressive track record, of performances
in Australia and internationally. Rohan Wallis trumpet/flugelhorn and voice is a true eclectic whose music spans many genres. Rohan’s
magnetic personality and sound are reminiscent of the late Clark Terry. On drums Mark Voogd creates rhythmic flows and polyrhythms
to complement whatever’s happening Stephen Magnussen on guitar is a household word around Melbourne having played and supported most
well-known artists over many years. He is equally at home with most styles of music His refreshing approach is a must see and hear
for attendees at this festival. |
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Venue: Geelong Jazz & Blues Festival Tickets: Book on website Bookings: www.geelongjazzandblues.com.au | |
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BOB
SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Annemarie Sharry | |
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Saturday 21st March2026 Time: 8:00 pm |
Annemarie Sharry is not only a brilliant vocalist
but an inspirational choir leader. Annemarie and Melbourne jazz piano legend Bob Sedergreen came into contact, when Bob was lecturing
at the VCA. These days Bob is an integral part of Annemarie’s club act. Mark Voogd has dedicated his life to drumming be it educating
or performing. He is a popular and well-loved drumming identity. Bassist Jon Chidgey has performed with Bob and Annemarie
Sharry on numerous occasions. The emphasis in this concert will be the jazz feels created by the rhythm section and Annemarie’s ability
to enhance and compliment their music |
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Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick Vic Tickets:
$32/$27 Bookings: Here | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS A Tribute to Jazz Pianists | |
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Friday 27th March 2026 Time: 6:00 pm |
Saluting
the great pianists/composers from Earl ‘Fatha’ Hines to Keith Jarrett. Jazz is a litany of great pianists Fats Waller and Earl
Hines in the thirties, Duke Ellington in the forties and fifties, Les McCann and Bobby Timmins in the sixties. The big three, Herbie
Hancock, Joe Zawinul and Chick Corea in the seventies as well as a few other surprises. Come on this musical journey with legendary
pianist Bob Sedergreen whose career now spans sixty years of hard driving jazz of all genres. Joining Bob for this musical tour
will be bassist, Jon Chidgey and drummer Gordon Pendleton. Their empathy will be apparent to all. A must see for lovers of jazz piano
- a light-hearted fun romp |
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Venue: Paris Cat, 6 Goldie Place, Melbourne Vic Tickets: On sale soon Bookings: www.pariscat.com.au | |
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BOB
SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Carl Pannuzzo | |
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Saturday 11th April 2026 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 pm |
Carl Pannuzzo has become an iconic vocalist/drummer
and sometime guitarist leading his band Chequerboard Lounge, regarded as one of Melbourne’s top Blues bands. The bands recently released
LP features Bob as their special guest. Bob also recorded for Carl in the eighties and returned the compliment by featuring Carls
blues Smile on his CD Deepest Green. Bob and Carl are very steeped in black blues and soul music and have recently performed Kerri
Simpson in a long running show called Collaborations. The rhythm section will consist of bassist Jon Chidgey who has performed with
a plethora of Australia’s top jazz musicians in Bob’s Stonnington Gardens Showband, and we are fortunate enough to have Sam Young
on drums who has played with Bob regularly in the band BLOW located at The Horn Look forward to a night of Jazz, Soul and Blues Standards
as well as some originals |
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Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick Vic Tickets: $33/$27 Bookings:Here | |
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BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS With Rohan Wallis | |
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Saturday 25th April 2026 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 pm |
Bob and Mal Sedergreen
are well known jazz and blues identities in Melbourne’s live music scene. Both have performed locally and internationally at concerts
and major jazz festivals. Ivan Rosa is an experienced, driving and empathetic bassist whose association with Bob, spans decades, involving
many live gigs, residencies and recordings. Mark Voogd is a popular drummer due to his ability to handle most musical situations
but especially his affinity of propulsive jazz time a la Jimmy Cobb. Bob’s special guest, Rohan Wallis is, perhaps one of Melbourne’s
most eclectic musicians. A handy trumpeter/ flugelhornist, a swinging and relaxed vocal delivery and in demand DJ. His influences
include as well as jazz, electronic music and progressive and post-modern music. Rohan always connects with his audience. Whatever
these musicians choose to play on the night will reflect their years of dedication to the playing and teaching of music in Melbourne.
Don’t miss a night, where you can hear a blend of jazz and popular standards |
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Venue: Lido Jazz Room, 1/675 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn Vic Tickets: $33/$27 Bookings: Tel: 03 8658 0000 or www.lidocinemas.com. Bookings essential: this is a small room – book early to avoid
disappointment | |