Jo Abbott , accordionist, will perform a set of classic French songs, musette, gypsy swing by artists such as Charles Trenet, Edith Piaf, Jean Sablon, Django Reinhardt, Tony Murena and Gus Viseur for an event celebrating Languages Week, 2026.
The Capitol Theatre Orchestra perform at the Capitol Theatre, 113 Swanston St, Melbourne on Saturday 1st August , 2pm followed by a screening of the classic film "Fiddler on the Roof".The Capitol Theatre Orchestra is a Melbourne based 12 piece 1920s-style jazz orchestra celebrating the joy of the Jazz Age.
As the resident orchestra at the iconic Capitol Theatre, the orchestra bring authentic orchestral arrangements from the 20s and 30s to life, including vocalists and hot soloists. Full of joy and spirit, The Capitol Theatre orchestra welcomes audiences of all ages to experience, move with, and connect through live performance. Enjoy the authentic sounds of 1920's jazz and a classic film at the iconic Capitol Theatre, Melbourne.
Sanfona perform at the Merri Bar, 15 Gilbert Rd, Preston on Saturday 22nd August,2026, 7 - 9pm. Sanfona play jazz infused with high energy improvisations, colourful melodies and toe-tapping grooves, transforming music by artists such as Richard Galliano, Django Reinhardt, Serge Luc and Ludovic Beier. Sanfona musician’s have toured nationally and internationally to festivals such as Wangaratta Jazz Festival; Stonnington Jazz Festival; Ozemanouche; Live en Aout, and many more. The group have been making their mark on the Melbourne scene and steadily gaining new fans with their unique sound of French/ European groove based jazz performances at many venues around Melbourne and regional Victoria. Sanfona have been featured on radio jazz shows such as 3PBS :”Global Village”; Joy FM “Bent Notes” and 3CR: “Swing’n’Sway” and “Music Matters”. Free entry. www.sanfona.net
Yolanda Ingley Quartet -Yolanda Ingley II -vocals, Jo Abbott - piano, Sean Nihill -trumpet, Jon O'Hagen - double bass, perform at Inverloch Jazz Club on Sunday 6th September, 2026 , 2pm . Yolanda Ingley II is a Melbourne-based singer and songwriter known for her "smoky vocals" and music in the genres of blues, jazz, and soul. She has been a fixture in the city's music scene for decades, performing with her band, the Yolanda Ingley II Band. Yolanda has also performed in many other cities around Australia ,in London, Ireland, Nashville and Memphis. She has released three original albums and her music has been featured on Australian radio stations like ABC, PBS, and Triple R. She performs music that blends jazz, blues, and soul with a sophisticated, "old-world charm". For details, view the jazz Club website www.southgippslandjazz.org.au
Sanfona return to Phillip Island Jazz Club on Sunday 20th September, 2026 , 2pm to perform gypsy and French jazz tunes. Sanfona create music with high energy improvisations, colourful melodies and harmonies and toe-tapping grooves. Sanfona transform the music by artists such as Richard Galliano, Django Reinhardt, Serge Luc and Ludovic Beier with some original tunes included. For details, view the Jazz Club website www.phillipislandjazz.org.au