Original jazz and improvised music every Monday Night.  Intimate, personal, revealing.  Come listen to sinful musicians confess all. 😉 

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Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm first set and 9pm second set.

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Soprano Ayako Ohtake (SBS Japan's VIVA! Opera) presents beloved Japanese art songs, joined by pianist Meena Ahn in her Blush Opera debut. Spanning decades, their program features works by Yoshinao Nakada, Kousaku Yamada, and Makiko Kinoshita, showcasing Japan’s fusion of tradition and European romanticism.

The concert also premieres a new work by Blush Opera’s Paul Smith, created with Ayako and inspired by 9th-century poet Ono no Komachi.

Lyrics will be provided in Japanese and English.

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Experience the magical realms of Celtic and Scandinavian folklore and mythology performed through live music, storytelling and poetry. Exquisite songs of beauty, love and loss, spellbinding tales of giants, dragons, witches and fairy queens, verses proclaiming unsung heroes emerging triumphant from the bloodiest of life's battles, await your eyes and ears.  Three amazing performers will impart to you the wisdom, wonder, horror and humour of human existence as seen through the eyes of our Celtic and Nordic ancestors in a rich array of ancient, traditional and contemporary genres of music and spoken word. Audience participation is encouraged! We invite you to wear fancy dress themed on Celtic/Viking/medieval/fairy/elf/troll/magickal styles. FACEBOOK CLIP HERE​

Chamber music from Europe’s Golden Age meets fresh Aus & intl. works in this enchanting prog. Experience the dreamlike beauty of La Belle Époque w/ Debussy, Saint-Saëns, & the classic flute-harp duo, alongside bold new soundscapes by Andrew Ball & Tristan Coelho, plus the Aus. premiere of Missy Mazzoli’s Vespers. PROG DEBUSSY – Sonata for Flute, Vla & Hp COELHO 🦘 – Hokusai Mix Tape SAINT-SAËNS – Fantasie for Fl & Hp POENITZ – Capriccio for Cl & Hp BALL 🦘 – New work for B. Cl, Vla & Elec **MAZZOLI *** – Vespers for Amp. Vla & Sndtrk 🦘 Aus. work | ** World prem | *** Aus. prem Artists Fl – Ewa Kowalski Cl – Andrew Kennedy Hp – Emily Granger Vla – Neil Thompson Elec – Tristan Coelho  YOUTUBE CLIP HERE

Uncomfortable Science is a musical experiment in sweet controlled chaos, led by Melbourne’s own Lachlan Mitchell aka Laneous. With nothing but a whiteboard and wild intuition, Lachlan scribbles spontaneous chord progressions that a rotating cast of phenomenal musicians transform into fully improvised sonic journeys—no rehearsals, no safety nets, just raw, real-time creation.  After making waves in Melbourne, Uncomfortable Science is heading north to Sydney. Think jazz, groove, and cosmic energy—think fast, because the music doesn’t wait. Laneous is a singer, composer and guitarist based in Melbourne. Your favourite musicians’ favourite musician, Laneous is self taught, prodigious and naively fearless.  MORE INFO

The brilliant Melbourne based singer, guitarist and composer Laneous is performing  along with Oliver Thorpe playing pedal steel guitar, Hamish Stuart drums and Jonathan Zwartz double bass.  Championed by such taste makers as the BBC's Giles Peterson, and reputedly a significant influence on Hiatus Kaiyote, - contributing songs, mixtapes and cover art to Hiatus’ albums Tawk Tomahawk and Choose Your Weapon, - Laneous headed a sold out show at this year's Sydney Festival in a collaboration with the Starfish Club. For this intimate Sunday afternoon concert, Laneous will perform music in a western jazz style with cinematic flavours as is fitting for a matinee performance at the magical Church Street Studios.

Sydney based Chinese instrumentalist Jiafang Li for the very first time present a beautiful program of multi-genre music with Chinese Pipa (琵琶) and Ruan (阮). From historical repertoire to contemporary compositions, from traditional folk music to bluegrass tunes, this is a combination of DEJA VU and NEVER HEARD BEFORE!
 

Immersive, intimate but also fun and engaging. Come and join this magical "journey to the east" with Jiafang and surprising guest performer.

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Annaliesa Rose & the Buds features the versatile vocals of Annaliesa Rose (ANU, UNE and AIM graduate) singing a mix of original music, jazz standards and more modern songs jazzified, featuring her fabulous musicians Daryl Wallis, John Burgess, Trevor Kettlewell & Phil Beverly. “Australia has produced some great Jazz artists over the years and Annaliesa Rose is up there with the best. Annaliesa’s voice has superb tone, feel and connection to the lyrics.” Tony King (ARIA award winning composer, producer & musician).

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Music blending the rich sounds of raga with modal jazz, this new ensemble brings together Adrian McNeil (Hindustani Sarod), Bobby Singh (Tabla), Michael Galeazzi (Acoustic Double Bass), and Steve Morley (French Horn), musicians with deep experience in this cross-genre space. Their music is built on composed seed ideas that expand through improvisation, creating something fresh with every performance. With a unique instrumental lineup, they explore melody and rhythm in new ways, drawing from years of collaboration and international experience.

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Duo Rosella is the musical collaboration of two of Australia’s premiere saxophonists: Emma Di Marco (Brisbane) and Nathan Henshaw (Sydney).

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​Tanya (vocals & guitar) and Peter (piano) have a long history of recording and performing together, and this is their first collaboration for some time. Tanya will be singing her extraordinary original songs, old and new, with special guest backing vocalists. Peter will accompany Tanya and her guitar, and play some solo piano pieces.
Tanya Sparke is a singer/songwriter and choral arranger/director whose style sits in a magical place between jazz and folk. Peter Dasent is a pianist and composer whose “Songs For Solo Piano” album was recorded at Abbey Road. And if you’ve watched PlaySchool in the last 25 years - that’s him on the piano.

David Bridie (solo) album launch "On Karen's Piano".

Fresh from his triumphant Sydney Festival show with the legendary Not Drowning Waving (NDW) & Telek, David Bridie launches his new album “On Karen’s Piano”. The album sees Bridie re-imagine his back catalogue of solo, NDW and My Friend The Chocolate Cake songs for just voice and piano, and was recorded in memory of a close friend, using her beloved grand piano. This show will see David perform solo at the piano.​

Immersed in high art and low culture Bush Gothic form one of Australia’s most commanding bands. Guest soloist with Melbourne Symphony Chamber, band leader and fiddle-singer Jenny M. Thomas is joined by bassist Dan Witton and drummer Chris Lewis in what they describe as a postmodern bush band. In celebration of their new album release ‘What Pop People Folk This Popular’ Bush Gothic are touring Australia. Invited to perform at some of the world's most prestigious art festivals they have developed an international cult following. 5 STARS - BBC Music Magazine. 

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After a 30 year hiatus, the Ian Date/George Washingmachine/Andrew Dickeson/Jonathan Zwartz Quartet is reforming for one night of swing. There is a particular magic in this line up, - years of playing and musically growing together in all situations has left an indelible watermark on the music they produce, whether it's a Django Reinhardt classic or a rare jazz standard, - you will hear the beauty and conversation of a true jazz quartet doing what they do best.  Cohesion, freedom, humour, and with a deft musicianship, this quartet brings to you their combined experience, love and respect for jazz. 

Anna Weaving is a celebrated performer known for her magnetic stage presence. A classically trained vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, she has released recordings in Europe and collaborated with legendary jazz musicians. Fluent in several languages, she connects with diverse audiences. Cameron Jones, guitarist, composer, and festival director, channels manouche jazz through his Selmer-style guitar, blending rhythms and expressive melodies. His pilgrimages to Europe earned him rare mentorship, deepening his authenticity. Across Australia, Jones captivates with original narratives and spontaneous improvisations. The afternoon features two 45min sets and an open acoustic gypsy jazz jam. MORE INFO HERE

Galileo Risby is returning to Church Street with some of the finest musicians in Sydney, featuring Gordon Rytmeister on drums, Ben Hauptmann on Guitar, and Bill Risby on piano. They will be performing the music of Dave Grusin, Eliane Elias, Lee Ritenour, and Bob James (Fourplay), with a few surprises thrown in.
 

Music from Argentina; an intimate interpretation of tango from urban Buenos Aires, to the northwest regions through the vibrant tapestry of traditional folkloric music.  Argentinian bandoneon player Rodolfo Caivano and guitarist Kieran Sawyer showcase a captivating selection from their newly released EP, *Encuentros*, recorded on location in Argentina in 2024. Join them to celebrate their passion for the works of legendary composers like Cuchi Leguizamón and Enrique Santos Discépolo. Come connect with the heart and soul of Argentinian music!

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At First Light is curated and performed by Sydney violist James Wannan. Featuring emerging and established voices from Australians local and abroad, this one-hour solo concert showcases the expressive potential of the viola.  At First Light features music by Pedro Alvarez, Angus Davison, Chris Williams, Elizabeth Younan, Natalie Nicolas, Rhys Little and a world premiere commission for James by Kammerklang’s artistic director, Cameron Lam. Hidden Curiosities is a new Kammerklang series championing existing, under-performed, Australian repertoire drawn from an open call for scores. 

Out of the Shadows is curated and performed by Melbourne violist Phoebe Green. Featuring diverse musical voices from across Australia, expect deep listening and contemplation of the unknown, unseen, and unheard. Phoebe Green performs Out of the Shadows at the Motley Bauhaus featuring music by Pedro Alvarez, Aditya Ryan Bhat, Christine Pan, Dominik Karski, Emily Sheppard, Flora Wong and a world premiere commission for Phoebe by Kammerklang’s artistic director, Cameron Lam. Hidden Curiosities is a new Kammerklang series championing existing, under-performed, Australian repertoire drawn from an open call for scores. 

Concert and Single release featuring Mia's original songs and the release of her new single ‘Run Like a River’.  Mia will be sharing her original music, accompanied with stories and words about Mia’s creative process with her artistry, as well as some covers that people know and love that have been inspiring for Mia’s musical journey. 

The evening will consist of an opening act from Malachi Lonsdale - an amazing original artist from the Blue Mountains, a live performance featuring Mia’s original music and the release of her new single, followed by an opportunity for gentle music jams. 

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Aidan Jones, fresh from the Melbourne Comedy Festival, presents a brand new hour of stand up comedy and classical piano.

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I grew up playing classical piano, but failed my conservatory audition at 18. I spent some time focussing on MDMA, then started stand-up in 2011. During the pandemic I came back to the piano, and so I wrote this show to combine them. It's my favourite piece, Chopin's Nocturne in Eb Major, presented with jokes by a bald dickhead with a beard. (me)

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Step into a world of nostalgia as Australia’s quirkiest pop culture pianist brings your favourite anime soundtracks to life in this one-night-only concert! Featuring stunning piano arrangements from classics like Naruto, Pokémon, and Cowboy Bebop to modern hits like Tokyo Ghoul, Demon Slayer, and Studio Ghibli, this concert will stir your emotions and rekindle childhood memories. Hailed by Sydney Arts Guide as “a unique artist to watch,” Natalya has won over anime fans and music lovers with her virtuosic playing, engaging storytelling, and charming humour. Having toured the world, she brings her passion for anime, video game, and film music to audiences of all ages. 

Step into a world of nostalgia as Australia’s quirkiest pop culture pianist brings your favourite video game soundtracks to life in a one-night-only concert!

Featuring stunning piano arrangements from classics like Final Fantasy, Zelda, and Mario to modern gems like Hollow Knight, The Last of Us, and Skyrim, this concert is a heartfelt musical journey. Hailed by Sydney Arts Guide as “a unique artist to watch,” Natalya captivates audiences with virtuosic playing, engaging stories, and charming humour. She has toured globally, sharing her love for game and film music.

Whether you're a gamer or a music lover, don’t miss this unforgettable night of iconic themes and epic vibes! Dress ups encouraged.

Church Street Studios are not licenced, nor serve food.  We're all about the music.

All ages (supervised) are welcome.
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​​Alcohol can be brought into the venue but we prefer food consumed off site.