The Golden Age of Swing - SOLD OUT
The 1930s were the Golden Age of Swing and the height of jazz as popular music. The clarinet was the instrument that shot Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and Woody Herman into stardom and cemented them into jazz history.
Adrian Galante, Perth’s very own clarinet superstar, performs swing classics like ‘Begin the Beguine’, ‘Flying Home’, and ‘Sing, Sing, Sing’ with the WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra.
Adrian appears thanks to WAYJO’s 2021 Major Programs Partner, Minderoo Foundation.
Tickets to our popular 1-hour Act Belong Commit Jazz at The Maj for Schools concert-workshops are just $15 (+bf) per student or teacher/parent (receive 1 complimentary ticket per 9 purchased).
To book school shows, please phone Perth Theatre Trust group bookings on 6212 9291, or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au
Friday 11 June, 3.00pm: Basie and Beyond, A Journey into Jazz
Friday 6 August, 3.00pm: The Golden Age of Swing
The WAYJO Education Program is supported by Healthway promoting the Act Belong Commit message.
Basie & Beyond
Let WAYJO take you on a bold jazz journey from Basie and into the big band beyond…
Enjoy classic big band repertoire, artfully paired with reinvented contemporary jazz standards, plus the premiere of exciting commissions by Downbeat award-winning composer and arranger Alana Macpherson (WAYJO member 2010, 2012-17) on her recent return from Austria.
Alana’s music is inspired by the composer’s reflections on Australia, composed during several lockdowns in Europe throughout 2020.
There’s something for all contemporary and jazz music fans in this bold big band program that’s simply not to be missed!
Alana appears thanks to WAYJO’s 2021 Major Programs Partner, Minderoo Foundation.
Tickets to our popular 1-hour Act Belong Commit Jazz at The Maj for Schools concert-workshops are just $15 (+bf) per student or teacher/parent (receive 1 complimentary ticket per 9 purchased).
To book school shows, please phone Perth Theatre Trust group bookings on 6212 9291, or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au
Friday 11 June, 3.00pm: Basie and Beyond, A Journey into Jazz
Friday 6 August, 3.00pm: The Golden Age of Swing
Classic, Contemporary & Commissioned Jazz in June
WAYJO are back with Jazz at The Maj, presenting Basie & Beyond – A Journey Through Jazz Downstairs at The Maj 11-12 June.
Let WAYJO take you on a bold jazz journey from Basie and into the big band beyond! Enjoy classic jazz repertoire, artfully paired with reinvented contemporary standards, presented by the WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra (MNO). The second half features the Wednesday Night Orchestra (WNO) premiering exciting new works by WAYJO alumni Alana Macpherson, commissioned by the Minderoo Foundation.
WNO bring to life a set of all new music by the Downbeat award-winning composer and arranger. The music, inspired by the composer’s reflections on Australia, was composed during several lockdowns in Europe throughout 2020. This is a unique opportunity to see Alana Macpherson in action shaping the music that was composed specifically for the orchestra.
Alana is a Perth born is a saxophonist and composer currently based in Graz, Austria. Following the 2019 release of her debut album “All or Nothing At All”, Macpherson won the Downbeat Student Music Award for Large Ensemble Arrangement, as well as the 2018 WAM awards for “Best Brass/Woodwind/Strings Instrumentalist” and “Best Live Jazz Act”. She has toured with Emil Spanyi (Hungary), performed with the Vine Street Horns (Phil Collins), KUG Jazz Orchestra, Graz Composer’s Orchestra, James Morrison Big Band, and the Evan Sherman Big Band, among others. Macpherson has performed her works at the Perth International Jazz Festival, King Street Corner Pocket Jazz Festival, and Jazzwerkstatt Festival (Austria).
There’s something for all contemporary and jazz music fans in this bold big band program simply not to be missed.
Tickets to all Jazz at The Maj shows, including the The Golden Age of Swing in August, are available from ptt.wa.gov.au/wayjo
Alana appears thanks to WAYJO’s 2021 Major Programs Partner, Minderoo Foundation.
What people are saying about Alana’s Music;
“Alana is not only is an excellent saxophone player, but she is finding her own unique voice as a composer, arranger and band-leader. She’s a fan of Bob Brookmeyer’s music and you can hear a clear continuation of his concepts in her writing.” – Ed Partyka 2019
Hashtags: #WAYJO2021 #JazzAtTheMaj #BasieAndBeyond
Act Belong Commit Jazz at The Maj for Schools
Students and teachers may also enjoy a special 1-hour school concert-workshop with Alana, Friday 11 June, 3.00pm.
School workshops are great value at just $15 (+bf) per student or teacher/parent – plus you receive 1 complimentary ticket per 9 purchased. School bookings can only be made by calling Perth Theatre Trust group bookings on 6212 9291, or email groups@ptt.wa.gov.au
Hashtags: #WAYJO2021 #ActBelongCommit #JazzSchool #BasieAndBeyond
Media Contact:
Justine Thornley
WAYJO Marketing
marketing@wayjo.com
+61 8 9471 1950
Photos by Simon Reithofer, Reithofer Media
Basie & Beyond | WAYJO Act Belong Commit Regional Tour 2021
WAYJO are coming to Bunbury BREC, Friday May 7th!
The WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra invites you on a bold jazz journey from Basie and into the big band beyond...
Enjoy classic big band repertoire, artfully paired with reinvented contemporary jazz standards, plus premiere exciting commissions by WAYJO's alumni composer Alana Macpherson on her recent return from Austria.
Due to the year that was 2020, our band members have been retained into 2021. Because of this, our MNO is now a tight knit musical family, performing bigger and better than ever before!
There's something for all contemporary and jazz music fans in this bold big band program that’s simply not to be missed. WAYJO have travelled nearly 200km to play before a Bunbury audience for one night only - don't miss out!
WAYJO thanks Healthway Act Belong Commit for supporting our Regional Touring program.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a FREE community concert, with admission for ticket holders only as numbers are restricted. Head to the BREC Box Office, call 1300 661 272, or visit bunburyentertainment.com
WAYJO Act Belong Commit Regional Tour presents Basie & Beyond
with the MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra
Fri 7 May, 7.30pm
Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC)
** Both South-West Regional Tour shows are at ticketed, seated venues – so advisories permitting, the concerts will go ahead. **
Please remember to wear a mask until 12.01am Saturday 8 May, and check-in to the COVID-19 Contact Register at the venue. We recommend using the SafeWA app if you can for easy check-in.
Keep up with the latest official advisories at the wa.gov.au website.
Basie & Beyond | WAYJO Act Belong Commit Regional Tour 2021
WAYJO are coming to Margaret River HEART, Wednesday May 5th!
The WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra invites you on a bold jazz journey from Basie and into the big band beyond...
Enjoy classic big band repertoire, artfully paired with reinvented contemporary jazz standards, plus premiere exciting commissions by WAYJO's alumni composer Alana Macpherson on her recent return from Austria.
Due to the year that was 2020, our band members have been retained into 2021. Because of this, our MNO is now a tight knit musical family, performing bigger and better than ever before!
There's something for all contemporary and jazz music fans in this bold big band program that’s simply not to be missed. WAYJO have travelled nearly 300km to play before a Margaret River audience for one night only - don't miss out!
WAYJO thanks Healthway Act Belong Commit for supporting our Regional Touring program.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a FREE community concert, with admission for ticket holders only as numbers are restricted. Head to Margaret River HEART Box Office, call 08 9780 5294, or visit margaretriverheart.com.au
WAYJO Act Belong Commit Regional Tour presents Basie & Beyond
with the MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra
Wed 5 May, 7.30pm
Margaret River HEART
** Both South-West Regional Tour shows are at ticketed, seated venues – so advisories permitting, the concerts will go ahead. **
Please remember to wear a mask until Mothers Day (Sunday 8 May), and check-in to the COVID-19 Contact Register at the venue. We recommend using the SafeWA app if you can for easy check-in.
Keep up with the latest official advisories at the wa.gov.au website.
WAYJO Act Belong Commit Regional Tour 2021 presents Basie & Beyond
WAYJO are coming to Margaret River HEART, Wednesday 5th May – and Bunbury BREC, Friday 7th May – for two free community concerts for all the family.
Let the WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra take you on a bold jazz journey from Basie and into the big band beyond…
Enjoy classic big band repertoire, artfully paired with reinvented contemporary jazz standards, plus premiere exciting commissions by WAYJO’s alumni composer Alana Macpherson on her recent return from Austria.
Due to the year that was 2020, our band members have been retained into 2021. Because of this, our MNO is now a tight knit musical family, performing bigger and better than ever before!
There’s something for all contemporary and jazz music fans in this bold big band program that’s simply not to be missed. WAYJO have travelled nearly 300km to play before a audiences in the South West – so don’t miss out!
WAYJO thanks Healthway Act Belong Commit for supporting our Regional Touring program.
PLEASE NOTE: these are FREE community concerts with admission for ticket holders only as venue numbers are restricted.
Wed 5 May, 7.30pm
Margaret River HEART
47 Wallcliffe Rd, Margaret River
Limited Free tickets only from margaretriverheart.com.au – (08) 9780 5294.
Fri 7 May, 7.30pm
Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC)
2 Blair St, Bunbury
Limited Free tickets only from bunburyentertainment.com – 1300 661 272.
Hashtags: #WAYJO2021 #WAYJOregional #ActBelongCommit #BasieAndBeyond
Lyric Lane Block Party
WAYJO is having a Block Party to open our 2021 Program!
The Lyric Lane precinct will block off traffic while all three WAYJO bands perform a free event nestled in the heart of the Maylands.
Make sure you get there early to secure a seat, grab our season brochure, and be first to witness WAYJO’s 2021 line-ups!
Lyric Lane Block Party
Sat 27 March, 4.00pm
Lyric Lane, Maylands
Free Community Event - licenced venue (18+ or guardian required) - restricted numbers, so please be early!
4-4.45pm - MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra
5-5.45pm - Tuesday Night Orchestra
6-6.45pm - Wednesday Night Orchestra
Jump into Jazz at the 2021 WAYJO Season Launch
Since 1983, the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO) has been at the forefront of Australia’s emerging jazz performers, conductors and composers. The 2021 season offering is no exception, bringing together traditional and contemporary jazz to familiar venues Downstairs at The Maj and The Quarry Amphitheatre, and introducing new vibes at The Rechabite and Lyric’s Lane.
This bold program showcases the MinterEllison Monday, plus Tuesday and Wednesday Night Orchestras, demonstrating the versatile possibilities of the big band format. It is a season with something for everyone, spanning traditional repertoire at The Golden Age of Swing in August, through to an upbeat dancing selection at A Latin Explosion in September.
WAYJO are also proud to present commissioned work by alumni Kate Pass in a world music collaboration with Kate Pass and the Kohesia Ensemble, presenting a Persian spin on big band music in July.
Freshly commissioned big band and jazz ensemble works also spring to life at The Modern Masters show in October, with internationally renowned saxophonist, and Associate Dean of Music at WAAPA, Dr Jamie Oehlers.
The season closes in November at The Quarry Amphitheatre in an awe-inspiring collaboration with the WAAPA Jazz and Gospel Choirs.
2021 promises tight knit ensemble work in a bold season of shows from March to November. Tickets will be on sale to the public from 10.00am, Monday 29 March.
WAYJO invites you to Jump in to Jazz in a season launch at the Lyric Lane Block Party, Saturday 27 March from 4.00pm. Get there early to secure a spot, grab a season brochure, and be among the first to witness the 2021 line-ups. This is a Free Community Event at a licensed venue; 18+ with ID or minors to be accompanied by guardians.
For more information, please visit wayjo.com
Hashtags: #WAYJO2021 #WAYJOBlockParty
Contacts
Justine Thornley, WAYJO Marketing
marketing@wayjo.com
+61 8 9471 1950
Mace Francis, WAYJO Artistic Director
mace.francis@wayjo.com
+61 8 9471 1950
WAYJO thanks continuing Government Partner, the Department of Local Government, Sport, and Cultural Industries, Lotterywest, Principal Partner North West Shelf Gas, Major Programs Partner Minderoo Foundation, Monday Night Orchestra Naming Rights Partner MinterEllison, St John of God Healthcare and Healthway Act Belong Commit.
Jazz Under the Stars 2020 - SOLD OUT
SORRY, SOLD OUT 6TH NOV!
WAYJO returns to the beautiful Quarry Amphitheatre to celebrate the joy of live jazz under the vast WA sky.
Treat yourself to three big bands, showcasing all their favourite repertoire from classic big band jazz through to newly commissioned works from Australian composers Andrew Murray, Mace Francis, and WAYJO’s 2020 composer in residence Des Cannings.
Bring a picnic and enjoy a feast of jazz new and old, under the stars for one night only!
WAYJO presents Jazz Under the Stars
with the WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night, plus Tuesday & Wednesday Night Orchestras
Fri 27 Nov, 7.30pm
The Quarry Amphitheatre, City Beach
Limited Tickets only from Trybooking
$55.00 Standard
$45.00 Pensioner
$50.00 Seniors
$15.00 Child (Under 15)
$25.00 Student
$125.00 Family (Good for 4)
WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra - Perth International Jazz Festival 2020
The WAYJO MinterEllison Monday Night Orchestra join the 2020 Perth International Jazz Festival with a free community concert of jazz classics at the glorious Hyde Park in Perth.
Bring a picnic and enjoy an outdoor concert by these rising stars of jazz!
WAYJO MNO Musical Director: Ricki Malet
Alto Saxophones: Sanika Dingre, Abbie Langford
Tenor Saxophones: Dee Moore, Phoebe Cameron
Baritone Saxophone: Benjamin Roseby
Trumpets: Jonah Golds/Ethan Lamb, Pierson Snowsill, Zoe Boyd, Jenny Bylund
Trombones: Jordan Boase, Angus Lawrie, Taj Johnstone
Bass Trombone: Sebastian Herrmann
Guitar: Bryn Larkin
Piano: Luke Geha
Bass: Cass Evans-Ocharern
Drums: Cameron Fermoyle
Vocals: Daisy Fanning
Hyde Park, Sunday 8 Nov, 2:45pm
Free Community Event