Coisa Linda
Brazilian music played by Brazilians! Coisa Linda means "Beautiful thing" in Portuguese and celebrates love, music and life, which are in fact, beautiful things! Playing the finest songs of Brazilian popular music repertoire, Coisa Linda brings a warm and authentic interpretation of some of Brazil's most loved musical masterpieces. Lucia Medeiros - vocals, Wade Gregory - piano, Mauricio Hosi - guitar, and Claudio Climaco - percussion.
Dance Masala
Dance Masala are known for creating inspiring Bollywood-fusion choreography and energetic live shows. With a diverse line-up with up to 10 male and female dancers, Dance Masala are Brisbane's premier Bollywood performance team. The costumes are vibrant, the choreography is exciting, and the dancers are ready to take you on a journey to Bollywood! True to their name, they will add spice and flavour to every event.
East of West
East of West offers a captivating new take on the fusion between world music and jazz, playing original compositions inspired by the music of the Mediterranean and Balkans. East of West was formed in order to showcase new compositions and improvisations that explore the connections between Eastern and Western music, and is proud to announce the release of Little Harbour, their debut album. The trio consists of Bosnian-born Goran Gajić (double bass), Philip Griffin (oud) and Malindi Morris (hand percussion).
Eddie Gazani's Gypsy Adventures
Edson Fernandes Gazani, better known as Eddie Gazani, is a Brazilian composer, singer, guitarist and writer. Eddie has a true love for performing traditional music like jazz, gypsy jazz and Latin styles like Bossa nova, Forro & samba with a modern twist. The Gypsy Adventures project pays homage to Gypsy Jazz, or Jazz Manouche, a style of music originally forged in Paris by Django Reinhardt and Stefan Grappelli in the 1930`s.
Essence Ensemble
This folky-classical chamber band is classically trained vocal duo Beth McBride and Katie Rutledge with pedigree musicians Leo McFadden (classical/jazz guitar) and Dave Spicer (keys). With their simply beautiful vocal blend, luscious harmonies, and refreshing modern arrangements, Essence Ensemble is creating a new musical space somewhere between classical, folk and new music. Their soulful acoustic sounds create intimate concerts that are truly inspiring, delightful and relaxing.
Estampa
Evoking visions of Parisian laneways, South American sensuality, and European folk-music, Estampa delivers an energetic, internationally-inspired performance. Combining a unique blend of violin, voice, piano accordion and double bass, this group of fiery musicians is sure to appeal to a diverse and eager-to-dance audience. Expect an eclectic experience that will leave you feeling like you’ve entered a 1930’s Parisian jazz club or the streets of São Paulo. World/Folk Jazz Quartet ‘Estampa' is comprised of Rebecca Karlen on violin, vocals and percussion, Paul Henderson on guitar, John Reeves on accordion and Sam Maguire on bass.
Gone Molly
Winners of three titles in the Australian Celtic Music Awards 2018, songwriter Sally Harris and Declan Affley award winner Rebecca Wright are the new voices of contemporary Anglo-Celtic folk. With voices that blend evocatively and deliver with an exquisite intensity, Gone Molly brings to life colourful characters and stories steeped in mythology, mysteries, love & loss. Recently joined by talented multi-instrumentalist Lachlan Baldwin, this is an enchanting act you don’t want to miss.
Guitar Duo (The)
Simon Gardner and Angelina Ellis have performed together for many years as an instrumental guitar duo. Both Simon and Ange agree, The Guitar Duo is one of there favourite musical outlets. The extremely broad repertoire highlights their eclecticism, desire and abilty to do their own versions of pieces from acts as wide and varied as Coldplay, Robert Miles, The Beatles, Van Morrison, Real Book Jazz, Latin and their own inimatable compositions.
Ingrid James
INGRID JAMES – Australian jazz singer has a voice that’s been described as “chocolate: rich, dark and smooth”. Performing throughout Australia and overseas Ingrid James is one of Queensland’s award-winning and leading Jazz vocalists. Appearances range from soloist with the Queensland Orchestra in Spirit of Christmas broadcast nationally on ABC TV and with Maestro Tommy Tycho in tributes to Cole Porter and Gershwin to crowning as Queen of the Noosa Jazz Festival and special guest at many other Jazz Festivals throughout Australia, including the Brisbane Festival, River Festival, Melbourne Women’s International Jazz Festival, Bellingen Jazz Festival, Kiama Jazz Festival, Dingo Creek Jazz Festival, Gold Coast Jazz Festival... In between Ingrid has performed overseas in France and the UK. Described as a “fearless and gifted Jazz singer" by the Sydney Morning Herald, a candidate for the Best 10 list by Cadence Magazine reviewer in New York and a singer who has “a special affinity for Brazilian music (who) brings out the full beauty of the lyrics” by critic Joao da Penha of Brazil, reviewers acknowledge the heartfelt warmth and intimate style that characterizes her performances.
Jaleos Flamenco
Jaleos Flamenco is a dynamic, Brisbane based ensemble that celebrates the passion and grace of flamenco music and dance. Simone Pope (dancer) & Andrew Veivers (guitar) bring together the intricate rhythms, dazzling footwork and raw energy of flamenco in performances that encompasses both the ancient richness of the traditional and the virtuosity of contemporary flamenco. Jaleos Flamenco has a flexible lineup from a duo featuring Andrew Veivers & Simone Pope to a 15 person ensemble including dancers, singers, guitarists, strings and percussion.