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COLLABORATIONS - Featuring

Kerri Simpson, Bob Sedergreen and Carl Panuzzo

Saturday 9th May 2026

Time: 6:30 pm

 

Carl Pannuzzo is established as a key iconic figure and leads his premier Blues band, Checkerboard Lounge. Carl has recorded many albums and toured internationally, as has Blues, Soul and Gospel queen, Kerri Simpson. This linkage to the Blues also applies to saxophonist Mal Sedergreen, bassist Dean Addison who is Kerri’s regular choice on bass, and Mark Grunden on drums plus jazz legend Bob Sedergreen.

Kerri was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in November 2024. You never know what will happen when Mark & Carl get on percussion instruments.

This gig is a MUST as it features two of the most distinctive and soulful voices in the country.

Venue: Paris Cat, 6 Goldie Place, Melbourne Vic

Tickets: $45

Bookings: www.pariscat.com.au

 

 

 

MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL

Tamara Kuldin & Paul Coyle present ‘Ella & Louis – Cheek to Cheek’

Sunday 10th May 2026

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm (doors open 5:30 pm)

 

Acclaimed Melbourne jazz vocalist and Paris Cat favourite Tamara Kuldin and the ever charismatic Paul Coyle (vocals & trumpet) come together this evening to celebrate the magic of Ella & Louis in their very special tribute 'Cheek to Cheek'. Honouring the First Lady of Song Ella Fitzgerald and all-star virtuoso Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong, Tamara and Paul will visit their timeless classics and duets in this gorgeous celebration of songs from The Great American Songbook. Joined by Melbourne's finest jazz musicians, tonight promises to be a very special evening-don't miss out!

'Sultry, sassy, cheeky-Tamara Kuldin is all that and much more. A jazz seductress with a honey-rich voice that soothes and captivates.'

Australianjazz.net

Venue: The Loft, Paris Cat, 6 Goldie Place Melbourne

Tickets: $45

Bookings: Paris Cat

 

 

BLOW AT THE HORN

Thursday 14th May 2026

Time: 7:00 pm

 

Resident House Jazz ensemble Blow plus a multitude of special guests play an extensive repertoire from the Jazz tradition to originals and Afro Jazz grooves. Peter Harper, sax, Ian Dixon, trumpet, Bob Sedergreen, keyboard, Sam Young//Kahan Harper, drums, and guest bass players.

BLOW’S artistic vision is limitless and ever evolving, with a creative direction inspired by the moment, the venue, the audience, the mood and the empathy shared by the members of the ensemble. Exceptional improvisers who create a group sound which is uniquely BLOW.

If you want to catch Bob there contact Rae to find out if he will be there on the night you want to go.

 

Venue: The Horn, 20 Johnston Street Collingwood

Tickets: No cover charge

Bookings: Tel: 9417 4670http://www.thehorncafe.com.au

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Home Cookin’

Saturday 16th May 2026

Time: 8:00 pm

 

Jazz piano legend Bob Sedergreen, drummer Sonja Horbelt and bassist Ivan Rosa are a tight and empathetic rhythm section having performed together for over two decades including a residency at Il Primo restaurant in Carlton followed by the release of their definitive recording, ‘The First One’. All three are involved in education and teach at a plethora of Melbourne schools. 

Ivan’s cousin Oscar Rosa a fine guitarist and singer, who had spent many years playing professionally with Ivan and Sonja and lead a band playing a commercial brand of jazz and blues inspired music. As a quartet including Bob Sedergreen, they have continued to perform they have continued to perform as “Home Cooking” to appreciative crowds at many Melbourne venues. 

Don’t miss a night where you can hear a blend of classic sixties jazz and popular standards. 

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

 

 

BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCE

Sunday 17th May 2026

Time: 7:00 -9:00 pm

 

BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCE is a 9-piece band playing an irresistibly danceable blend of traditional Ethiopian song and 21st Century groove. With backgrounds as diverse as the 5 continents the members of ‘BJX’ hail from, their music reflects the multicultural vibrancy of the band’s hometown, Melbourne, Australia.

When not touring BJX run a weekly session at cultural hub with Enushu Taye, vocals, Peter Harper, Sax, Ian Dixon, trumpet, Bob Sedergreen, keyboard, Kahan Harper/ James Davies, percussion, Lorenzo, guitar and Max Liebman bass

Venue: The Horn, 20 Johnston Street Collingwood

Tickets: No cover charge

Bookings: Tel: 9417 4670 http://www.thehorncafe.com.au

 

 

BLOW AT THE HORN

Thursday 21st May 2026

Time: 7:00 pm

 

Resident House Jazz ensemble Blow plus a multitude of special guests play an extensive repertoire from the Jazz tradition to originals and Afro Jazz grooves. Peter Harper, sax, Ian Dixon, trumpet, Bob Sedergreen, keyboard, Sam Young//Kahan Harper, drums, and guest bass players.

BLOW’S artistic vision is limitless and ever evolving, with a creative direction inspired by the moment, the venue, the audience, the mood and the empathy shared by the members of the ensemble. Exceptional improvisers who create a group sound which is uniquely BLOW.

If you want to catch Bob there contact Rae to find out if he will be there on the night you want to go.

 

Venue: The Horn, 20 Johnston Street Collingwood

Tickets: No cover charge

Bookings: Tel: 9417 4670 http://www.thehorncafe.com.au

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Paul Coyle and Mal Sedergreen

Saturday 23rd May 2026

Time: 8:00 pm

 

Iconic Melbourne Jazz pianist, Bob Sedergreen loves to be the lynch pin presenting musicians who deserve to be recognised. On this night on trumpet and vocals you can hear jazz royalty, Paul Coyle and Mal Sedergreen, powerful musicians who play with honesty and intensity. Both have toured internationally and played in ground-breaking bands. Paul with Bomba and The Melbourne Ska Orchestra and Mal with Jimmy Witherspoon, Mistaken Identity, Art Attack and Blues on the Boil. The music of the night will reflect the eclectic tastes of all four players.  Bob has chosen his longtime associate bass player Ivan Rosa who worked and recorded with Bob in the group The First One. Featured on drums is Mark Voogd, a versatile, empathetic, and tasteful player who responds perfectly to his fellow musicians  A night not to be missed.

Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick  Vic  

Tickets: $30/$25

Bookings: Here

 

 

BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCE

Sunday 24th May 2026

Time: 7:00 -9:00 pm

 

BLACK JESUS EXPERIENCE is a 9-piece band playing an irresistibly danceable blend of traditional Ethiopian song and 21st Century groove. With backgrounds as diverse as the 5 continents the members of ‘BJX’ hail from, their music reflects the multicultural vibrancy of the band’s hometown, Melbourne, Australia.

When not touring BJX run a weekly session at cultural hub with Enushu Taye, vocals, Peter Harper, Sax, Ian Dixon, trumpet, Bob Sedergreen, keyboard, Kahan Harper/ James Davies, percussion, Lorenzo, guitar and Max Liebman bass

Venue: The Horn, 20 Johnston Street Collingwood

Tickets: No cover charge

Bookings: Tel: 9417 4670 http://www.thehorncafe.com.au

 

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With the Melbourne Excitement Machine

Saturday 6th June 2026

Time: 8:00 pm

 

This promises to be a very exciting group. Bob’s track record internationally is enormous. All these players have performed internationally including Scandinavia, Malaysia, China, Africa, UK and USA. This is a premier performance as a working ensemble. If you enjoy full on and tasteful drumming Kahan Harper), musical bass played in time (Max Raz Liebman), exciting saxophone (Mal Sedergreen), brilliant trumpet (Toby Mak), and explosive jazz piano (Bob Sedergreen). Then this a must-see gig for you!!

Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick  Vic  

Tickets: $32/$27

Bookings:Here

 

 

PARINGA WINERY

 

Sunday 7th June 2026

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Details up on their website soon.

Celebrate King’s Birthday Weekend with live jazz, fine wine and slow-cooked meals served with sweeping views over our beautiful vineyard.

Jazz, Food & Wine Ticket includes entry into the winery, live jazz entertainment for the day, slow cooked winter meals (vegetarian option also available) + an etched Paringa Estate ‘Plumm’ wine glass to keep with a glass of your favourite Paringa Estate ‘Peninsula’ wine.

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of jazz, blues and roots with some of Melbourne’s most celebrated musicians.

The legendary Bob Sedergreen, inducted into The Bell Awards Jazz Hall of Fame, brings his signature touch on keys. Joining him is Paul Williamson, renowned saxophonist, vocalist, and bandleader who is a true master of jazz and blues. Michael Jordan, long-time drummer and vocalist with Paul’s iconic combo, lays down the groove, while Jon Chidgey brings decades of experience on the electric bass. Topping off this stellar line-up is our special guest, Kerri Simpson who is the undisputed queen of blues, soul, and gospel with a rich catalogue of acclaimed albums.

Venue: Paringa Winery

Tickets:

Bookings:

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Rohan Wallis

Saturday 20th June 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

 

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

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

Featuring Paul Coyle and Mal Sedergreen

Saturday 11th July 2026

Time: 8:00 pm

 

Iconic Melbourne Jazz pianist, Bob Sedergreen loves to be the lynch pin presenting musicians who deserve to be recognised. On bass, Clive Harrison with a wonderful and impressive track record, of performances in Australia and internationally. On drums Mark Voogd, a versatile, empathetic, and tasteful player who responds perfectly to his fellow musicians 

On this night on trumpet and vocals you can hear jazz royalty, Paul Coyle and Mal Sedergreen, powerful musicians who play with honesty and intensity. Both have toured internationally and played in ground-breaking bands. Paul with Bomba and The Melbourne Ska Orchestra and Mal with Jimmy Witherspoon, Mistaken Identity, Art Attack and Blues on the Boil. The music of the night will reflect the eclectic tastes of all five players. A night not to be missed.

Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick  Vic  

Tickets: $32/$27

Bookings: Here

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Special Guest Jo Stevenson

Saturday 25th July 2026

Time: 8:00

 

New Orleans style clarinetist and bandleader Jo Stevenson is a much-loved Melbourne institution holding down residences in many hotels around the South Melbourne/Port Melbourne areas.  In an age where residencies are few and far between, Stevenson’s Rockets have been belting out joyful interpretation of classical style jazz at the Emerald Hotel for over 17 years.

Jo has a fun approach to playing jazz music.  At this gig he will reunite with bassist Jon Chidgey who has played with a plethora of famous jazz artists in the Stonington Gardens with bob and of course Jo was included amongst the guest artists. Ollie Shute is perhaps one of Melbourne’s happiest drummers.

A drummer who knows when to put his foot down and when to ease off the pace. He is particularly joyous about swinging which makes him the perfect choice for Jo’s natural swinging style. Don’t miss your chance to hear a happy joyous and melodic team

 

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

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Special Guest Chantal Mitvalsky

Saturday 8th August 2026

Time: 8:00

 

Legendary Melbourne pianist Bob Sedergreen first came across Chantal Mitvalsky 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!!

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

 

 

BOB SEDERGREEN AND FRIENDS

With Annemarie Sharry

Saturday 15th August 2026

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.

Both were invited to perform at the 2024 Wangaratta Jazz Festival’s Jazz mass. 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 complement their music.

Venue: Southside Jazz – Classic Cinemas, 9 Gordon St, Elsternwick  Vic  

Tickets: $32/$27

Bookings: Here

 

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