"Quirks" CD Launch

Steve Arié and The Arié Awards CD Launch.

New CD "Quirks" is being launched at Johnston Street Jazz. Join us for a fun filled afternoon of jazz. The band features Paul Cutlan on bass clarinet, Abel Cross on double bass, Nick Cecire on drums and Steve Arié on alto saxophone and double bass (though not at the same time).

Tickets include afternoon tea! BYO alcohol.

From light hearted and jovial to serious and commanding, the music is modern but nostalgic, and the tunes melodic and memorable. All songs written and arranged by Steve Arié.

Steve Arié is a rare bird on the jazz scene. After more than 25 years as one of the most in demand jazz double bass players, he has reinvented himself as a quirky vocalist and alto saxophonist with more than a nod to the styles of Chet Baker and Paul Desmond. Steve has performed with many Australian greats including Dale Barlow, Bernie McGann, D.I.G., Ten Part Invention, George Washingmachine, Pardon Me Boys, Martin Plaza and Gyan and has played at prestigious festivals and events including two performances at Chicago Jazz Festival, Hothouse Jazz Club Chicago, The Kennedy Centre for Performing Arts (USA), Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Ruhrfestspiele Germany, Queenstown Jazz Festival and jazz and music festivals throughout Australia.