Jazz Ramble
Australian jazz, and other ramblings
About Jazz Ramble
Jazz Ramble is a community-driven blog covering Australian jazz news, gig listings, and education resources. With a focus on the Melbourne and Victoria scene, the site brings together gig guides, club directories, festival coverage, and workshop information for jazz enthusiasts and musicians alike.
From the Melbourne International Jazz Festival to local club nights in Geelong, Ballarat, and beyond, Jazz Ramble has been a home for Australian jazz conversation — featuring contributions from across the jazz community.
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Selected jazz gigs in and around Melbourne
- Friday 1 June – Sunday 10 June 2012: Melbourne International Jazz Festival. melbournejazz.com
- Saturday 2 June 2012: Royal Garden Jazz Band — Geelong Jazz Club, Vines Road Community Centre, Hamlyn Heights.
- Saturday 2 June 2012: Louisiana Shakers — Victorian Jazz Club, Clayton RSL.
- Sunday 3 June 2012: Maryborough Traditional Jazz Ensemble — Geelong RSL, Belmont. $10 cover charge.
- Sunday 3 June 2012: Moonee Valley Jazz Band — Rosstown Hotel, Carnegie.
- Wednesday 6 June 2012: New Melbourne Jazz Band — Maroondah Sports Club, Ringwood East. 6.00–9.00pm.
- Saturday 9 June 2012: Michael McQuaid's Red Hot Rhythmates, "Hop Off" — Victoria Hotel, Brunswick.
- Saturday 16 June 2012: The Frilly Knickers Jazz Band — Astor Theatre, St. Kilda. From 12 noon.
Always check with the venue before setting forth — programs can change without much warning.
The Australian jazz landscape is a rich and varied tapestry, woven from the threads of countless local scenes and community hubs. From the bustling clubs of Melbourne to the regional charm of Ballarat and Moama, live music thrives in unexpected corners. Musicians and enthusiasts gather in RSL halls, intimate bars, and festival tents to share a deep appreciation for the tradition and its evolving voice. Whether it is the earthy pulse of a rhythm section, the bright call of a trumpet, or the warm resonance of a clarinet, the sound of Australian jazz carries a distinct character shaped by the people and places that nurture it.
Victorian Jazz Clubs
A directory of jazz clubs across Victoria
Jazz Albury Wodonga
156 Lawrence Street, Wodonga VIC 3690
Musical Director: Graeme Cook — 0438 623 462
Venue: The Jazz Basement, Shop 5, 48–52 Lincoln Causeway, Wodonga. Music from 8pm. Bar open 7.30pm. $20, Concession $15.
Ballarat Jazz Club
President & Bookings: Mollie — contact via the club.
Echuca-Moama Jazz Club
Contact: Harry Daniels — harrydaniels@jazzramble.com
Geelong Jazz Club
Contact: Sandy Leaman
Venue: Vines Road Community Centre, 41 Vines Road, Hamlyn Heights.
Phillip Island Jazz Club
Home of the Phillip Island Jazz Festival.
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