Next date: Thursday, 16 July 2026 | 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM
Experience the next generation of Australia's finest jazz players when the Sydney Youth Jazz Orchestra (SYJO) Big Band & Spectra Jazz Orchestra perform a double bill at the Lounge for a night of fun and a diverse range of jazz with an emphasis on adventurous Australian music, including music composed by their band members. Expect standards and surprising new favourites in a program that will include works by the late, great Judy Bailey, Ellen Kirkwood and the tremendous emerging composer Katie Bombardieri.
Spectra Jazz Orchestra is a vibrant 17-piece youth ensemble comprised of talented young women and gender diverse musicians taking inspiration by incredible jazz orchestras such as the Maria Schneider Orchestra, Count Basie Orchestra, and the Sirens Big Band. Performing recently at the Manly Jazz Festival, both SYJO and Spectra are premier youth ensembles providing young musicians with opportunities to perform sophisticated jazz repertoire in a large ensemble setting.
“Outstanding musicianship” Sydney Jazz Club (SYJO)
“The talent is strong with these legends” Eastside Radio (Spectra)
Conductors: Saul Richardson (SYJO), Ellen Kirkwood (Spectra)
Refund policy
If you are no longer able to attend an event, we are happy to offer credit to attend an alternative Jazz at The Lounge event. Your request must be made at least 24 hours prior to your booked event. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds except in extenuating circumstances (for example: illness).
Chatswood Culture Bites
Jazz at The Lounge is part of Chatswood Culture Bites, Willoughby City Council’s innovative program of music, theatre, comedy and more in Chatswood CBD.
The Concourse Lounge, 409 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, 2067, View Map
409 Victoria Ave , Chatswood 2067
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