The green doors on Macquarie Street open every Wednesday night to musicians and listeners to come together to experience that wonderful, indescribable thing that is jazz. The music, the people, the atmosphere.... it all comes together in this art form.
Coming up in August...
AUGUST 1 (SAT) -
THE GROOVE ORGANISERS (LITTLE) BIG BAND SHOW
7pm-9:30pm $28
Come and enjoy a night of superb jazz and big band music from Sydney’s most vibrant and energetic organ group!
Welcoming special guests :
Bernice Tesara - Trumpet
Samuel Leong - Alto Sax
Bill Bakker - Trombone
Playing alongside groove organiser members :
Max Leggott - Tenor Sax
James Williams - Organ
Dorby Xu - Drums
It will be a night you will surely regret to miss! Come on down!
(Doors open at 6:30pm)
Welcoming special guests :
Bernice Tesara - Trumpet
Samuel Leong - Alto Sax
Bill Bakker - Trombone
Playing alongside groove organiser members :
Max Leggott - Tenor Sax
James Williams - Organ
Dorby Xu - Drums
It will be a night you will surely regret to miss! Come on down!
(Doors open at 6:30pm)
AUGUST 5 -
JAZZ VESPERS
6-7pm - Free (Offering Welcome)
PRAYER and MEDITATION with LIVE JAZZ
Featuring:
Ruby Jarman - Vocals
Alec Watts - Saxophones
TBC - Piano
James Watt - Bass
TBC - Drums
Featuring:
Ruby Jarman - Vocals
Alec Watts - Saxophones
TBC - Piano
James Watt - Bass
TBC - Drums
AUGUST 12 -
JAZZ BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR featuring
MANSON LUK QUINTET
6pm-7:30pm $20/$15
Returning from his most recent Hong Kong tour (July 2026), Manson returns with an exciting lineup featuring musicians that reflect Sydney dynamic and powerful jazz scene.
Featuring Thomas Avgenicos (tpt), Justin Yeo (sax), Jacques Emery (bass), Roshan Kumarage (piano) and himself, the quintet will be performing a setlist of music that speak to the group on a deeply personal level, drawing from jazz and modern compositions that reflect their upbringing and experiences, including original works from Manson Luk, Zodiac, Javier Santiago and Hong Kong musicians Alan Kwan, Jonas Cho and more.
Beverages and a light supper included with entry.
In the Ferguson Hall (Downstairs).
Doors open at 5:45pm. Music starts at 6:00pm.
Featuring Thomas Avgenicos (tpt), Justin Yeo (sax), Jacques Emery (bass), Roshan Kumarage (piano) and himself, the quintet will be performing a setlist of music that speak to the group on a deeply personal level, drawing from jazz and modern compositions that reflect their upbringing and experiences, including original works from Manson Luk, Zodiac, Javier Santiago and Hong Kong musicians Alan Kwan, Jonas Cho and more.
Beverages and a light supper included with entry.
In the Ferguson Hall (Downstairs).
Doors open at 5:45pm. Music starts at 6:00pm.
AUGUST 19 -
JAZZ VESPERS
AUGUST 26 -
JAZZ UPSTAIRS
featuring
ALISTER SPENCE TRIO
6pm-7pm $20/$15
Formed in Sydney more than twenty-five years ago this trio brings together three of the most exciting, innovative, and experienced musicians in Australia. The trio enjoy a strong national and international reputation; having long been recognised for their engaging, distinctive, original compositions, and for the high level of energy and interplay demonstrated in their performances.
Spellbinding!
'The music they create may be built on Spence’s masterful compositions, but it’s driven by a collective energy that gives every phrase – and each musical interaction – a marvellously organic feel.’ Jessica Nicholas, the Age
DISTINCTIVE AND DYNAMIC
Alister Spence - piano, samples
Lloyd Swanton - double bass
Toby Hall - drums, glockenspiel
The Alister Spence Trio released their eighth album, Gather, in February 2025.
'Art that allows us to be other than who we are, even for a moment, is invaluable…Mesmerising.' John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald
Find out more and listen here: https://alisterspence.bandcamp.com/album/gather
Watch a piece from a recent 2020 performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_PGDNTQJpY
Don't miss what will be an incredible set with these wonderful musicians!
Beverages and snacks included with entry
Spellbinding!
'The music they create may be built on Spence’s masterful compositions, but it’s driven by a collective energy that gives every phrase – and each musical interaction – a marvellously organic feel.’ Jessica Nicholas, the Age
DISTINCTIVE AND DYNAMIC
Alister Spence - piano, samples
Lloyd Swanton - double bass
Toby Hall - drums, glockenspiel
The Alister Spence Trio released their eighth album, Gather, in February 2025.
'Art that allows us to be other than who we are, even for a moment, is invaluable…Mesmerising.' John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald
Find out more and listen here: https://alisterspence.bandcamp.com/album/gather
Watch a piece from a recent 2020 performance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_PGDNTQJpY
Don't miss what will be an incredible set with these wonderful musicians!
Beverages and snacks included with entry
JAZZ BEHIND THE GREEN DOOR
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DOWNSTAIRS
(Gigs in the Ferguson Hall - There is a lift) 2nd Wednesday of the month 6pm - 7:30pm (except January) Great jazz, light supper of food and beverages. Entry by $20 donation; students/seniors $15. |
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JAZZ UPSTAIRS
(Concerts in the Worship Centre - There is a lift) 4th Wednesday of the month 6pm - 7pm (except January) Great jazz performed by the best in Sydney and beyond. Entry by $20 donation; students / seniors $15. |
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JAZZ VESPERS
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month 6pm - 7pm (except January) Prayer and reflection set to live jazz in the worship centre. No charge (retiring offering available) |
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