20th – The James Guilford, Kaito Walley Brass Explosion – 6.30pm – FREE
Two of the hottest young brass players in town front and centre of a hot band playing both kinds of jazz, hot and cool. James Guilford, trumpet, (The Rodger Fox Big Band, Culture Embassy) and Kaito Walley, trombone, (The Rodger Fox Big Band, LAB) will woo you with their sweet tone and sweet faces.
19th The Julie Lamb Outfit – 7.30 – $10 or FREE for Capital Blues Club Inc members
Picture the opening night of the Wellington Jazz Festival. Town is buzzing, even on a school night. There is so much on offer you’re spinning on the spot – looking like the glorious dancing dervish you most definitely are. And suddenly, here we are with our mischief groove… just perfect for setting off the week and grinning on the dance floor.
Just a tenner. $10 for 8-piece spice. Or if you’re a Capital Blues Club member – Zilch, nada, free!