Sherlock Albazi Quintet
Schedule
Fri Apr 10 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC+10:00Location
JMI Live | Bowen Hills, QL
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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 composer who debuted at the 2016 Melbourne International Jazz Festival and gained acclaim for her 2021 album After-Image. Her boundary-pushing work has received international radio rotation and praise from Stereogum, Australian Arts Review, Rhythms Magazine and Brooklyn Vegan. Touring across Australia, New Zealand and Europe, Albazi’s artistry bridges jazz, art music and the alternative, anchored by a captivating, emotionally charged voice.
James Sherlock is a celebrated guitarist and winner of the 1997 Ike Isaacs International Jazz Guitar Award. He has performed internationally and collaborated with Sheila Jordan, Cyrille Aimée, Jeff “Tain” Watts, John Riley, Leroy Jones, Paul Grabowsky, Howard Shore and the MSO. With six albums as a bandleader, Sherlock remains one of Australia's leading guitarists.
“Whether interpreting a jazz standard or delivering an original composition, their interplay felt effortless yet profound… holding the audience in quiet awe from the first note to the final, lingering chord.” — Aotearoa 2025 Tour Live Review
“The Verb Not the Noun makes the case for Sherlock as one of modern jazz's most elegant guitarists.” — Ian Patterson
“Lillian Albazi has the qualities of a fine artist – a beautiful voice, excellent presence and commitment to her art.” — Tony Gould AM
The Band:
Lillian Albazi - Vocals
Thierry Fossemalle - Double Bass
Aaron Jansz - Drums
James Sandon - Tenor Saxophone
James Sherlock - Guitar
GIG DETAILS:
Friday 10th April 2026
General Entry $40 (+GST & BF)
Concession Entry $30 (+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
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Where is it happening?
JMI Live, 47 Brookes St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006, Australia, Bowen HillsEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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