Australian bassist James Shortland is proud to present Emergence, the debut album and national tour from one of Australia’s exciting emerging jazz artists. Blending original compositions with new arrangements and selections from the jazz tradition, Emergence traces James’ personal and musical journey through challenge, growth and renewal.
Originally from Newcastle and now based in Melbourne, James has performed with many of Australia’s leading jazz musicians, including Judy Bailey, Dale Barlow, Julien Wilson, Warwick Alder, Kevin Hunt, John Harkins, Andrew Dickeson, and Andy Sugg. Drawing on these influences while forging his own musical voice, his compositions are deeply rooted in the African-American jazz tradition yet speak with a contemporary Australian perspective.
Performed with James’ piano trio, Emergence is a pure expression of honesty, music and feeling. James’ invites you to come and listen to this amazing work put together and performed by some of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.
James Shortland – Double Bass
Miro Lauritz – Piano
Aaron Jansz – Drums
GIG DETAILS:
Friday 23rd October 2026
$30 Entry (+GST & BF)
Doors open from 7:30pm
Music starts at 8pm
ALL AGES (people under 18 need to be accompanied by a guardian)
LICENSED BAR
Head to our Humanitix to purchase limited seated tickets
How do I purchase a ticket?
Tickets are being sold through Humanitix. Purchase limited seated tickets here. Due to JMI Live being an intimate space, we have a maximum number of guests allowed in the venue. We highly recommend it is best to get in early before tickets sell out.
What is JMI Live?
JMI Live presents live jazz in Brisbane every Thursday night from 8pm and a jam session after each gig. JMI Live is renowned for its intimate setting, providing the best opportunity to listen to live jazz in Brisbane. Just like a jazz club in New York, this venue is the ideal location for great jazz music, acoustics and atmosphere.
Location
JMI Live is located at 10 Exhibition Street, Bowen Hills.
Live streaming
All JMI Live concerts are live streamed to JMI’s YouTube account. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to access our free live streams.
Ticket Refund Policy
If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms and are unable to attend after having purchased a ticket, please contact the JMI office (07 3216 1110 or email play@jazz.qld.edu.au) as soon as possible during business hours (10AM-4PM) to let us know you won’t be able to attend. A full refund will be given if we are contacted prior to a performance. Refunds will not be processed if we are contacted after the gig.