Previous events

Steve Russell Piano, Dave Sanders Drums, Nicki Parrott Bass. January 3: Karise Eden – Soulful and powerful vocals to kick things off. January 4: Prinnie Stevens – A dynamic blend of energy and vocal talent. January 7: Nathan Cavaleri – Electrifying guitar riffs and unforgettable sound. January 8: Nicki Parrott – Jazz elegance with masterful bass and vocal artistry. January 9: Jeff Lang – Unique roots and blues storytelling through music. January 10: Abby Dobson – Heartfelt performances to wrap up an incredible series.

Parrott/Baartz Project

Sharny, Helen and I with Paul Hudson on drums.

Mumbai International Jazz Festival Mumbai India Nicki Parrott Quartet

Musical Director Steve Russell. Amy Lehpamer Sings Cole Porter has been rescheduled and will now take place on Friday 1 & Saturday 2 August 2025 in the Opera Queensland Studio.

Cole Porter’s lyrical wit and sophisticated melodies make for a songbook of pure delight.

Following her Studio Series recital The Best of Broadway and celebrated role as host of Opera Queensland’s 2024 Gala, musical theatre star Amy Lehpamer returns in 2025 to explore the timeless music of Cole Porter. Join her for an unforgettable evening filled with wit, charm and signature songs like “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Night and Day”, “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”, and many more.

Nicki Parrott Swingfluencers Steve Russell, Dave Sanders and Martha Baartz

Nicki Parrott acoustic bass, electric bass and vocal Steve Russell piano/keyboard
Dave Sanders drums Todd Hardy trumpet/flugelhorn Shane Hannan trombone Martha Baartz sax/flute

Nicki Parrott acoustic bass, electric bass and vocal Steve Russell piano/keyboard
Dave Sanders drums Todd Hardy trumpet/flugelhorn Shane Hannan trombone Martha Baartz sax/flute

Nicki Parrott, Dave Sanders, Steve Russell and Martha Baartz

Steve Russell Trio with Dave Sanders and Helen Russell

Steve Russell Musical Director Opera Queensland Music Director Are You Lonesome Tonight

Nicki Parrott Quartet

Russell Family

Steve, Helen and Sharny Russell trio

Changing the musical landscape in the Northern Rivers with their unique blend of vocal jazz, blues and original music. Featuring NICKI PARROTT on vocals & bass, MARTHA BAARTZ on sax & flute, STEVE RUSSELL on piano, and DAVE SANDERS on drums.

Songs inspired by the beat generation.

Great jazz vocalist Hetty Kate, now resident in Paris, with Nicki Parrott on bass and Dave Sanders on drums.