Oz Big Band are delighted to be making their debut at The Ellington Jazz Club with a complete performance of the groundbreaking 1957 album, The Atomic Basie (E=MC2). Introducing the highly talented Yoko Clinch on piano, the band will be performing the album in its entirety.

The Atomic Basie heralded a new direction for the Basie Orchestra - many consider it the turning point from the band’s Kansas City origins, toward the “New Testament” sound that was to define the band for the next two decades. Not only was the album one of Basie’s most popular, it marked the dominance of Neil Hefti as one of the leading arrangers of his time.

In addition to The Atomic Basie, Oz Band will showcase the talents of vocalists Greg Marston and Alicia Broad, alongside a selection of lesser-known Basie arrangements from all aspects of his career.

Be sure to book early for this date; seats are limited and you will be kicking yourself if you miss this special performance!

DATE: Sunday September 12th 2010
TIME: 3:00pm-5:00pm
VENUE: The Ellington Jazz Club, 191 Beaufort St Perth
ENTRY: $15 table seating, $10 standing
PURCHASE TICKETS: online at ellingtonjazz.com.au or by phone on (08) 9228 1088

Oz Big Band is excited to be returning to Club Splanky for another night of hard swining’ Lindy Hop music!

Club Splanky is a monthly dance run by the Perth Swing Dance Society, and is one of the best venues to see the vibrant Perth Lindy Hop scene in action. The event has been run for over seven years, with Oz Band making their first appearance in October 2006.

The band has cemented a reputation as the most popular big band amongst the Perth lindy scene; a large repoirtoire of both rare and popular 1930’s and 40’s music ensures that the dance floor always remains full. This event is a particular favourite of the band - expect a host of new material drawn from the libraries of Charlie Barnet, Tommy Dorsey, Lionel Hampton, and of course the great man himself, Count Basie.

DATE: Saturday October 2nd 2010
TIME: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
VENUE: Como Primary School Hall, 29 Thelma St, Como
ENTRY: To be confirmed closer to the date.
MORE INFORMATION: Perth Swing Dance Society

After playing to a packed house in February, Oz Big Band will be returning to the Jazz Club of WA!

Swinging their way through a hard-hitting, foot-tapping repertoire, Oz Big Band will be joined by vocalists Greg Marston and Alicia Broad for a night of energetic dance music. A large dance floor, friendly atmosphere and enthusiastic crowd make the Jazz Club one of Perth’s favourite venues for live music, so be sure to head down to hear one of Perth’s favourite big bands!

DATE: Tuesday October 12th 2010
TIME: 7:30pm - 10:30pm
VENUE: Jazz Club of WA, Yokine Bowling Club, Wordsworth Ave, Yokine
ENTRY: $9.00 members, $12.00 full price
MORE INFORMATION: http://www.jazzclubofwa.asn.au/

The Oz Big Band has been invited to play a guest performance at this year’s Festival of Brass. We are proud to announce that the band will be playing behind internationally renowned Trombonist, Brett Baker.

Brett Baker is well established as one of the finest trombonists in Europe and has been described as being at the pinnacle of his glittering career. As principal trombone in Black Dyke Band – one of the most famous brass bands in the world – and as a guest soloist who has appeared with many other bands in Europe, America, Canada, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, together with his many solo recordings, technical accomplishments and warm personality, Brett’s fame and popularity is truly world-wide. Add to this his commissioning of new works for trombone, teaching, conducting and adjudicating skills (he is a clinician for Michael Rath Trombones) and his reputation as an exceptional all-round musician is assured.

DATE: Saturday October 30th 2010
TIME: 8:30-10:30pm
VENUE: Canning Town Hall, cnr Albany Hwy and George St Cannington
ENTRY: To be confirmed closer to the date.
MORE INFORMATION: Brett Baker’s Website