Jazz Duo - Jennifer Salisbury and Mark Morand
Join the enchanting songstress, Jennifer Salisbury as she weaves her smokey jazz vocals and lively swing stylings with class, glamour and sophistication. Featuring Mark Morand on guitar who has been described as a "truely authentic jazz guitarist" this duo will jazz out to the vintage classics of the 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.
Jennifer and Mark have created a very special dynamic through their exploration of the American Songbook in duo format in countless performances since 2018. Don't miss this opportunity to hear the rare synchronicity of guitar/vocal jazz as you've never heard it before.
Perfect for any occasion requiring a sprinkling of jazz. Events, weddings, corporate, birthdays, anniversaries and garden parties.
“Absolutely superb! Jennifer and Mark took our wedding from beautiful to utterly spectacular. Mark's guitar expertise was the perfect accompaniment to Jennifer's mesmerising and sublime voice. We can't wait to have them at our next big event!” - Deborah, Mooroopna
““The only duo we let through the door at Newport Jazz festival - and with good reason - theirs was a fantastic, whimsical and assured performance” - Ted Woolen - President - Newport Jazz Festival
“Anything Goes” The Songs of Cole Porter
This wonderful show is bursting with timeless songs like "De Lovely", "Love for Sale" and "Anything Goes" all artfully arranged for jazz sextet. You'll hear stories about Cole Porter's music and life. And don't miss the show's secret weapon - guest vocal performances from our trumpeter Vincent Bradley!
32 Bars in 32 Bars
32 Bars has charted twice in the AMRAP top 10, and the classic "Sprinkle on the Cake" achieved Song of the Day status on the global "All About Jazz" platform in August. 32 Bars videos have been seen by over half a million people on YouTube and the project has showcased 28 musicians so far from Melbourne's vibrant jazz community - 50% F, 50% M, aged 22 to 70+
This production features three fabulous Melbourne jazz vocalists and a 7-piece showband, and all original tunes by Mark Morand.
Don't miss your opportunity to hear these gorgeous songs performed!
This is their most innovative project yet - to bring Jennifer’s unique jazz sensibilities and Mark’s delightful arranging skills to the songs of the great 21st Century rock act Audioslave, backed by some of Melbourne’s finest musicians.
Featuring musical powerhouses Kieren Rafferty on drums and Annette Yates on double bass, this quartet, while staying true to the essence of Ausioslave weave in some unexpected jazz elements.
For me - jazz is about connection, and when I hear Chris Cornell sing, I feel that emotional connection. It is the same feeling I get when I listen to the greatest jazz vocalists of our time.
Jennifer Salisbury and Mark Morand Quartet
In countless performances from festival stages to intimate bars, Jennifer and Mark have become one of Australia's busiest jazz partnerships, with a very special dynamic that has become a ‘must see’ in their hometown here in Melbourne.
Featuring carefully curated selections from their repertoire, no two shows are ever alike - this is a band surely not to be missed!
Adding drums and double bass gets the toes tapping and the room swinging.
Jennifer and Mark are passionate about The Great American Songbook and all those beautiful jazz classics from the 1920’s to the 1960’s.
Photo by Marcus Keily at 1806 Cocktail Bar
Jennifer Salisbury’s Swingin’ Elixir
Whatever ails you, a dose of The Swingin' Elixir is guaranteed to get you on your feet. Playing swing tunes predominantly of the 30's and 40's, the Swingin' Elixir kicks out the dancing tunes with Lindy Hop in mind. You'll hear songs that were performed by the likes of Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Prima just to name a few. The 4 piece rhythm section, and 2 piece horn section, together with the silky smooth vocals of Jen Salisbury, comprise this 'little big-band'.
Gatsby Party
Be transported back to the 1920’s and party like The Great Gatsby with Gatsby Party. Featuring hits from Post Modern Jukebox and songs from Baz Luhrmanns The Great Gatsby Soundtrack, this band is perfect for your flapper dress up occasion!
With the conviction and dynamics of vocalist Jennifer Salisbury, the tenacity and experience of guitarist Sam O'halloran and the hard swinging virtuosity of whiz kid Tom Flenady, any venue can transform into a 40's jazz club or a swinging 50's bar.