Andrew Butt Trio +

UNESCO'S 2024 INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY Vocal Jazz / Original Jazz / Standards Doors Open 6pm-11pm Band 7pm-10pm Brisbane Jazz Club 1 Annie Street , Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, 4169 UNESCO 2024 INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY TUESDAY 30 APRIL 2024

15 incredible jazz artists will take the stage tonight at the Brisbane Jazz Club, to celebrate the 2024 UNESCO International Jazz Day - the world’s largest celebration of jazz globally. “This day is intended to raise awareness of the virtues of jazz as an educational tool, and a force for empathy, dialogue and enhanced cooperation among people.”

Come and join us as we celebrate with these incredible artists: Dan Barnett (Sydney - trombone/voice/shells), Steve Newcomb (piano), David Bentley (piano/voice), Kellee Green (piano), Shelley Bishop (sax), Peta Wilson (piano), Adam Lopez (voice), Gareth Jones (piano), Andrew Shaw (bass), Samuel Vincent (bass), Paul Hudson (drums), Nathan Goldman (drums), John Parker (drums), Andrew Butt (sax) and host: Ingrid James.

DAN BARNETT QUARTET Headlining will be the inimitable Dan Barnett (Sydney) on voice/trombone and shells. “He is a natural bandleader with the personality and charisma to charm the most demanding of audiences. Add his talents as a fine, swinging vocalist and excellent trombone player, and you have the complete package ....one of the most satisfying sounds in Australian music”. -Kevin Jones, respected music writer for The Australian newspaper and Fine Music magazine “Formidable Scatting” - Fine Music Magazine “A truly unique musical voice” - Critical Jazz USA Tonight, Dan will be joined by Steve Newcomb (piano), Sam Vincent (bass) & Paul Hudson (drums).

KELLEE GREEN TRIO Jazz pianist and teacher, Kellee Green, will premier original works from her upcoming album Home, featuring Samuel Vincent on bass and John Parker on drums, with special guest, Andrew Butt on saxophone.

DAVID BENTLEY TRIO David Bentley is an award-winning jazz pianist, vocalist and songwriter and leads DB3, a swinging, spirited and multi-faceted lineup with Andrew Shaw (bass) and Nathan Goldman (drums), that focusses on David’s original material, but also brings fresh harmonic interest to blues and jazz standards - as well as delivering a unique take on classic New Orleans grooves. He has recorded several albums of original material and is known internationally as a songwriter. David holds journalism’s most prestigious award, the Gold Walkley.

SHELLEY BISHOP QUARTET A spirited and “uber” talented multi-instrumentalist and producer, Shelley Bishop has worked at the legendary Chicago Recording Company alongside acts such as Kayne West, Chance the Rapper, Stevie Wonder, Lady Gaga and Mavis Staples. She has had the opportunity to work on GRAMMY award-winning releases and holds a Masters of Science in Leadership for the Creative Enterprises from Northwestern University (Chicago), as well as a Bachelor of Music Business from Elhurst University (Chicago), and an Associate Diploma of Music from Trinity College, London. Shelley will perform with Peta Wilson (piano), Andrew Shaw (bass) and Nathan Goldman (drums).

ADAM LOPEZ DUO Opera trained singer, Adam Lopez, has captivated audience worldwide with his Guinness World Record-breaking high notes and multi-octave vocal range. He has spent the past couple of decades singing pop, Latin and jazz, while maintaining his passion for the classics, particularly with a countertenor repertoire. Prepare to be astounded by his versatility in adapting his voice to different genres and amazing vocal agility. Tonight, he is joined by Gareth Jones on piano.

Proudly supported by the Brisbane City Council.

Andrew has been prominent on the Australian Music scene for over 25 years, being a winner and multiple finalist of the Queensland Music Awards. Other accolades include a Churchill Fellowship and performing as a jazz soloist with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. He leads Andrew Butt Trio +, an ensemble that has been regularly featured on radio and at major venues and festivals across the world including the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz, the Brisbane International Jazz Festival, Le Baiser Salé Paris, iF Jazz Café Budapest, U Malého Glena Jazz Club Prague, Sunset – Sunside Paris, and the Bennetts Lane Jazz Club.

This performance will feature the band playing eclectic standards and original compositions in an intimate setting. Order a delicious Stone & Brew pizza to be delivered to your table to enjoy during the show, or you can bring your own nibbles or a platter of goodies to go with the delicious cocktails and wines at the bar. And don't forget you can pop into the vintage boutique for a spot of retail therapy between sets!

2 Sets: 6 – 8PM

All About Jazz- 4 Stars / Jazz & Beyond - 4 Stars & Album of the week / Queensland Music Award winner and multi-finalist / “A stalwart of the Australian music scene” ABC jazz. www.andrewbuttmusic.com

2024 Queensland Music Award jazz category winner Andrew Butt returns to Nambour with long time collaborators Kellee Green and Peter Walters to perform a mix of their favourite jazz standards and original tunes. Andrew has been prominent on the Australian Music scene for over 30 years with accolades including a Churchill Fellowship, multiple QMA awards, and performing as a soloist with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. He has been regularly featured on radio, major venues and festivals across the world including Le Baiser Salé & Sunset – Sunside - Paris, the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz, the Brisbane International Jazz Festival, iF Jazz Café - Budapest, U Malého Glena Jazz - Prague, Tanks Arts Centre - Cairns, Bennetts Lane and the Paris Cat Jazz Club - Melbourne.

All About Jazz- 4 Stars / Jazz & Beyond - 4 Stars & Album of the week / Queensland Music Award multiple winner / “A stalwart of the Australian music scene” ABC jazz.

Jazz Sessions Nambour with Andrew Butt Trio

Band Kellee Green – piano Peter Walters – bass Andrew Butt – Saxophones /Compositions www.andrewbuttmusic.com