James began playing classical guitar at age 7. He attended the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, studying classical guitar, and graduated in 1992. He is now based in Melbourne,...
James Sherlock Trio – 9/4/26
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James Sherlock Workshop – 10/4/26
If you’ve ever listened to high-level jazz musicians perform standard tunes and noticed that they never simply begin at the top of a Real Book chart and finish at the bottom of the page,...
Sherlock Albazi Quintet – 10/4/26
James Sherlock and Lillian Albazi are Naarm-based improvisers with careers spanning jazz, classical and experimental music. Lillian Albazi is an internationally acclaimed vocalist and...
More Than The Music: Gig Smart, The Business Skills Musicians Don’t Teach You – 11/4/26
Workshop facilitated by Lillian Albazi Being a great musician is only half the job. You’ve practised the notes — now it’s time to learn the rest. This workshop breaks down the unglamorous...
Joshua Hatcher Quintet – 16/04/26
Joshua Hatcher Quintet - Winds of Change: Music of the Great Mid-Century Tenors The story of jazz is filled with many chapters on the masters of the tenor saxophone. Distinct voices such...
The Three Seas: Antahkarana Album Launch – 23/4/26
The Three Seas (IN/AUS) “Crunchy grooves and Indian poets combine to absorbing effect” — Songlines "An immersive festival highlight" - The Age The Three Seas return to Australia with...
Vince Jones Quintet Masterclass – 24/4/26
JMI is excited to welcome Jazz Legend Multi ARIA-Recipient VINCE JONES, acclaimed vocalist, trumpeter, songwriter and one of our most beloved iconic voices in Australian music along with...
Ben Hauptmann Trio – 7/5/26
Catch the Ben Hauptmann Trio at JMI Live on Thursday, May 7th, for an evening of great tunes and effortless chemistry. Led by guitarist Ben Hauptmann, the night is all about taking the...
The “Jaco” Quintet – playing the music of Jaco Pastorius – 14/05/26
Jaco Quintet: Celebrating the Legacy of Jaco Pastorius The Jaco Quintet is a dynamic ensemble dedicated to honoring the electrifying legacy of legendary bassist Jaco Pastorius. Known for...
Talkin Jazz Big Band & Unladylike Big Band – 28/5/26
Talkin’ Jazz is a community music program hosted and supported by the Brisbane Jazz Club, providing young musicians with opportunities to meet, learn and perform. Designed for high school...
Hilary Geddes Quartet – Redleaf Album Tour – 29/5/26
Hilary Geddes Quartet felt like being thrown into a pool and submerged in some aquatic bliss." - Limelight Hilary Geddes is an award-winning guitarist, composer and improviser whose work...