Don't miss this opportuity to see up and coming talented jazz musicians.

Connor Sharpe is a Toowoomba raised, Brisbane based saxophonist is currently studying at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music now heading into his third year of study. His musical influences include, but not limited to, Melissa Aldana, Julien Wilson, Seamus Blake, Joe Henderson, Walter Smith III, Joshua Redman, amongst many more. Alongside 3 by Four, Connor is part of many ensembles such as Valtozash, which is a heavy metal big band, and Idio which currently holds a residency at The Press Club; also performing at Palazzo Versace in the Gold Coast. Making an appearance on ABC’s The Recording Studio as part of a bigger story, also finishing work with SAE students in Brisbane in filming and recording a documentary Riverside Blues alongside various great musicians in Brisbane.

Yaw Kyei is a Brisbane based jazz vocalist and saxophonist. Despite being based in Brisbane, he has performed with the Cool Nights Big Band in Toowoomba, and other groups in South-East Queensland. Yaw supports other musicians in the South-East with music production, composing and performing. He has also performed at Doo-Bop Jazz Bar and the Brisbane Jazz Club alongside Brisbane jazz vocalist Charlotte Mclean. With an emphasis on fun, and a love for jazz, his voice and charm will be one you won’t forget.

Bede Prince is in his third year of studies at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music studying Jazz Bass. Inspired by a wide range of musicians like Chet Baker, Clifford Brown, Ray Brown and Eddie Gomez, Bede seek influence from these players while trying to create his own sound. A regular performer at Brisbane’s Doo-Bop Jazz Bar and Brisbane Jazz Club, Bede has a passion for performing and entertaining. Bede has learned from Patrick Farrel, Sam Vincent and Pete Walters.
 
Spencer Wilson is an up and coming Brisbane Jazz Guitarist. Inspired by Bill Evans, Wynton Kelly, and Wes Montgomery, Spencer seeks to find a balance for himself between traditional and modern; that place where grandparents wish it were a little quieter but will also push bedtime back to watch the second set.

Joshua Batka’s passion for the drum-set can be seen within Brisbane’s nationally recognized venues such as Doo-Bop, The Brisbane Jazz Club, and in many other locations throughout Brisbane city. From humble beginnings, the “consistently exciting and engaging”- (James Sandon) contemporary jazz drummer is rapidly establishing himself as a skilled freelancer, and educator within Brisbane. Throughout his studies, the driven jazz drummer has had the great fortune of being mentored by some of Australia’s finest national, and international jazz musicians; such as the illustrious Darryn Farrugia (Drum-set Educator), John Parker (Trichotomy), Paul Hudson (Drum-set Lecture, QCGU), Dr. James Whiting (Professor, UNLV), Dr. Steven Newcomb (Head of Jazz, QCGU), and the legendary John Hoffman (Woody Herman / Buddy Rich Orchestra). Joshua has also had the great fortune of workshopping with the prodigious minds of Vincent Gardner and Dan Nimmer of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, at the Queensland Performing Arts Center. Through continuing his studies at the esteemed Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, Joshua has had a busy calendar year, with numerous performances with the Conservatorium’s premier Big band- The Con Artists, Conservatorium Big Band, as well as frequently performing with the up-and-coming talent of Brisbane. To further satisfy his hunger for new learning, Joshua is preparing himself to travel to New York, where he will continue his jazz education with a Masters of Music Performance, at the Manhattan School of Music, under the tutelage of master jazz drummer, Mr. John Riley.

Please read the essential details below for COVID safe procedures and booking.

• Start time is 7.45pm
• YOU WILL NEED TO BOOK. To do this please text Michele Alroe and she will ring you back and confirm your booking for your group. Phone Number: 0408 282 007.
• You will need to sign in with a QR code at the Bowls Club. Please ask for help if you are not sure how to do this. One person from the group can add extra people and just need to sign in once.
• Please allow some extra time to do this when you arrive.
• If you can please bring exact money for your entry that would be appreciated. Change will be available and the bowls club has an ATM.
• You will get a lucky door ticket but there won’t be a raffle.
• You will be able to enjoy great jazz music and a night out with your friends!!
• Reminder that there is no dinner available at the bowls club