Jazz in October
This spring, we celebrate all things jazz with three international guests who are masters of their craft.
Bill Frisell Trio
Wednesday 22 Oct 2025, 7pm
For over 40 years, the extraordinarily original and prolific Bill Frisell has been a seminal figure in modern American music.
Joined in Sydney by two of the world’s most in-demand jazz musicians - Thomas Morgan (bass), and Rudy Royston (drums), this special concert features music from the 2020 Valentine album which DownBeat dubbed “jazz playing at its most sublime.”
Hiromi: The Piano Quintet feat. PUBLIQuartet
Thursday 23 October 2025, 8pm
Renowned for her technical mastery and remarkable ability to reimagine genre and form, Hiromi erases the lines between jazz and classical, taking audiences on an unchartered sonic journey.
In The Piano Quintet, Hiromi expands on her impressive emotional range, joining forces with multi-GRAMMY-nominated string quartet, PUBLIQuartet (USA), to present a breathtaking blend of jazz and classical composition.
Samara Joy
Friday 24 October 2025, 8pm
Five-time Grammy winner and breakout jazz sensation Samara Joy brings her timeless voice to Sydney for the first time, joined by her outstanding seven-piece band.
The new album Portrait showcases Joy’s growing artistry, featuring original lyrics set to music by Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, and her mentor Barry Harris. Do not miss the chance to experience one of the genre’s brightest stars at the height of their creative powers.