Songs between friends - Echoes of Lady Day and Prez

Name: Songs between friends - Echoes of Lady Day and Prez
Start: 2026-05-08T21:00:00+10:00
End: 2026-05-09T11:30:00+10:00
Location: Officers Mess

Schedule

Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:30 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Officers Mess | New Farm, QL

Get tickets: https://brisbanejazzclub.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/163869
Doors open 6pm. Show 7pm to 9.30pm.
Venue is the historic Officers Mess, New Farm (interim venue for Brisbane Jazz Club whilst they undergo renovations).
This intimate show traces the extraordinary musical journey of Billie Holiday, shaped by her friendship with tenor saxophonist Lester Young (“Prez”).
At its heart is the music of their era—songs born from shared stages, deep artistic respect, and a bond that left a lasting imprint on jazz.
Led by Paula Hackney and Andrew Garton, and joined by an all-star band, the ensemble presents highlights from Holiday’s career and collaborations with Benny Goodman, Teddy Wilson, her later performances, and the unforgettable Lester Young years—celebrating the music and friendships that helped shape a jazz icon.
Featuring:
🌟Paula Hackney (Melody Graves Music) – Vocals
🌟Andrew Garton – Tenor saxophone and clarinet
🌟Jordy Stitt – Piano
🌟Toby Wren – Guitar
🌟Helen Russell – Double bass
🌟Evan J. Evans – Drum kit

Photo credit: Jazz Music Institute.