Events

2026 Season

WAYJO is one of WA’s oldest performing arts companies dedicated to building the future of Australian jazz and offering outstanding opportunities for emerging jazz performers and composers for over 40 years.

We are thrilled to have your support as our young orchestra members get the opportunity to perform at some of Perth’s best venues, work with top band leaders and touring guest artists, and travel regionally, nationally and internationally.

Previous Events

Women in Big Band featuring Sue Bluck with the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 8 August 2026

Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm

Venue: Williams Woolshed Pavilion

WAYJO Band: Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

Arts Narrogin, CircuitWest, WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

Women in Big Band featuring Sue Bluck with the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 8 August 2026

Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: The Narrogin Reception Centre

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

Women in Big Band featuring Sue Bluck with the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 7 August 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Venue: Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre

Cost: $25-$35

WAYJO Band: Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, CircuitWest, WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

Jazz for Juniors featuring the Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 9 July 2026

Time: 10:00am - 10:45am

Venue: Downstairs at The Maj

WAYJO Band: Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Bring the kids – and the grandkids – for a joyful school holiday concert designed especially for young audiences.

Northern Corridor Mid-Year Showcase

Event Details

Date: 28 June 2026

Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Venue: Lyric’s Underground

Cost: $24-$29

WAYJO Band: WAYJO NC

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Support the rising stars of the WAYJO Northern Corridor Training Band as they present their Mid-Year Showcase.

*SOLD OUT: Holli Scott with the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 11 June 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club

Cost: $24-$29

WAYJO Band: Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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A compelling evening of jazz featuring acclaimed vocalist and composer Holli Scott with the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra.

Ella & Basie: Swinging into the Morning feat. the Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 28 May 2026

Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Downstairs at The Maj

Cost: $35-$50

WAYJO Band: Catalyst Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Start your day with the timeless charm of big band swing as the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra’s Catalyst Jazz Orchestra brings the magic of the iconic 'Ella and Basie!' album to life.

* SOLD OUT: Women in Big Band feat. Sue Bluck with the Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 3 May 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club

Cost: $24-$29

WAYJO Band: Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

Women in Big Band featuring Sue Bluck with the Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 2 May 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Venue: Nala Bardip Mia – Margaret River HEART

Cost: $20-$40

WAYJO Band: Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

Arts Margaret River, CircuitWest, WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

Women in Big Band featuring Sue Bluck with the Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Details

Date: 1 May 2026

Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Venue: Albany Entertainment Centre

Cost: $25-45

WAYJO Band: Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

Albany Entertainment Centre, CircuitWest, WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Women in Big Band celebrates the powerful legacy and ongoing influence of women in large-ensemble jazz.

**SOLD OUT** Swinging Sweethearts Big Band Ball

Event Details

Date: 21 March 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 10:30pm

Venue: Government House Ballroom

Cost: $30-$50

WAYJO Band: Resonance Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

Perth Swing Dance Society, WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Step into an elegant evening of big band swing and dancing at the historic Government House Ballroom.

RTRFM's Neon Picnic

Event Details

Date: 21 March 2026

Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm

Venue: Hyde Park

WAYJO Band: Dynamic Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

RTRFM

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WAYJO is taking part in an amazing lineup of RTRFM shows and some of the best local music Perth has to offer.

2026 Season Celebration

Event Details

Date: 7 March 2026

Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue: Hyde Park

Cost: Free event

WAYJO Band: Catalyst Jazz Orchestra, Dynamic Jazz Orchestra, Resonance Jazz Orchestra

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Bring your friends, family and a picnic and join us for a relaxed afternoon of live jazz as we launch the 2026 season in the park.

Best of 2025 Concert

Event Details

Date: 22 November 2025

Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Venue: Quarry Amphitheatre

Cost: $25 – $45

Event Organisers

WA Youth Jazz Orchestra

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Join us for an unmissable night of jazz under the stars at The Quarry Amphitheatre as the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra brings the season to a spectacular close. Featuring all three of our big bands – Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Night Orchestras – this annual concert is a must-see event on the jazz calendar.

City of Joondalup's Music in the Park 2025

Event Details

Date: 15 November 2025

Time: 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Venue: Admiral Park

Cost: Free Event

WAYJO Band: WAYJO Septet

Event Organisers

City of Joondalup

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City of Joondalup's Music in the Park 2025 featuring the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra Septet

**SOLD OUT** SHOWAYJO: The future of Tokyo and Perth Jazz

Event Details

Date: 2 November 2025

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club

Cost: $30-$35

WAYJO Band: SHOWAYJO

Event Organisers

Perth International Jazz Festival, The Ellington Jazz Club

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SHOWAYJO (TOK/PER): The future of Tokyo and Perth Jazz

Monday Night Orchestra with special guest guitarist Ray Walker - SOLD OUT!

Event Details

Date: 16 October 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club

Cost: $24 – $38

WAYJO Band: Monday Night Orchestra

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Join WAYJO’s Monday Night Orchestra, led by renowned trumpeter Ricki Malet, for a special night at The Ellington Jazz Club, featuring legendary WA guitarist Ray Walker.

City of Mandurah's Music Under the Bridge

Event Details

Date: 11 October 2025

Time: 6:15pm - 8:30pm

Venue: Western Foreshore, under the Mandurah Bridge

Cost: Free Event

WAYJO Band: Wednesday Night Orchestra

Event Organisers

City of Mandurah

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City of Mandurah's Music Under the Bridge featuring the Wednesday Night Orchestra

Pathways Jam

Event Details

Date: 21 September 2025

Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue: Lyric Lane

Cost: Free

WAYJO Band: WAYJO Pathways

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Join us at Lyric Lane’s Courtyard for a jam session as members of the WAYJO Northern Corridor Training Band and Progressions Program take to the stage, with some special guest appearances from WA’s top female jazz professionals.

Progressions Showcase

Event Details

Date: 14 September 2025

Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Venue: The Ellington Jazz Club

Cost: $24 – $29

WAYJO Band: Progressions

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A culmination of an 8-week intensive workshop program designed to foster the next generation of jazz talent.

Havana Nights! Featuring TNO and special guests

Event Details

Date: 29 August 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Venue: The Rechabite

Cost: $24 – $29

WAYJO Band: Tuesday Night Orchestra

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Havana Nights! Featuring TNO with special guest artists Steve Richter, Marcus Perrozzi and Adolfo Chavez

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T: +61 8 9471 1950

E: admin@wayjo.com

P: PO Box 134, Maylands, WA 6931

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