Jazz festivals in and around Melbourne and Victoria
FORUM ON IDENTITY AT THE WHEELER CENTRE Paul Grabowsky was the consummate moderator for this discussion, which had in the panel Charles Lloyd, Martin Jackson, Theo Bleckmann and, at late notice, Gian Slater. It was a great success and I understand it was recorded for broadcast on the ABC. They covered a lot of ground, starting with how jazz is defined, how the local scene … Continue reading MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL — DAY 6
CHARLES LLOYD MASTERCLASS What a joy it was to spend a peaceful hour in a small group at BMW Edge for Charles Lloyd‘s masterclass. A few times Lloyd asked whether anyone wanted to play something, but no one volunteered and he talked about life, his life and mentors, and music. I had intended to take a few notes, but instead it seemed right to relax, … Continue reading MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL — DAY 5
CHARLES LLOYD NEW QUARTET AT MELBOURNE RECITAL CENTRE ANDREA KELLER QUARTET OPENING It’s always exciting to hear an artist perform if you have interviewed them, and I had spent an hour and a half on the phone to Charles Lloyd. So I was ready for this concert — just not ready enough to be early, so the usual parking scramble ensued. Andrea Keller Quartet The … Continue reading MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL — DAY 4
