James Bowers Quarter + Visions of Nar + Hilary Geddes – MIJF

Acclaimed Sydney record label Earshift Music presents a dynamic triple bill of cutting-edge Australian jazz from three creative collectives.

Prolific pianist James Bowers delivers his My Quartet Album featuring drummer Shun Ishiwaka, bassist Marty Holoubek and trumpeter Ben Harrison. This fearless exploration of warped groove, jagged swing, and raw beauty pushes boundaries with playful intensity and striking originality.

Visions of Nar unites pianist Zela Margossian, saxophonist-composer Jeremy Rose, and tabla master Bobby Singh in a rich blend of jazz, Armenian folk and global contemporary sounds. Intricate rhythms and free-flowing improvisation define their timeless yet forward-moving sonic landscapes.

Hilary Geddes’ Redleaf merges jazz, indie, and experimental influences in an emotionally resonant set driven by her stellar quartet. With pianist Novak Manojlovic, double-bassist Maximillian Alduca and drummer Alexander Inman-Hislop, Geddes delivers bold, improvisation-rich music with heart and nuance.

Presented by Melbourne International Jazz Festival and supported by City of Stonnington.

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