Upcoming performances.
Erez Project (Duo) - World Jewry Programme
Award-winning musician and composer Joshua Moshe presents an intimate set of music with acclaimed Australian double bassist Simon Starr. Drawing on Jewish folk songs, niggunim and melodies from across the diaspora, the duo reimagines these traditions through the lens of contemporary jazz, improvisation, and storytelling. From reflective and meditative moments to spirited and joyful reinterpretations, this unique performance journeys through the diverse musical traditions of the Jewish diaspora, revealing the enduring threads that bind these communities together across generations.
Performing as a part of a night featuring a diverse lineup of Jewish musicians as a part of the World Jewry Series.
Venue TBA due to security reasons.
If you’d like to book, or find out more information please contact me.
Baklava and Blintz - The Klez Dispensers
Enjoy an afternoon of music, culture and connection with Melbourne ensembles Saray Iluminado and The Klez Dispensers Down Under as they come together for a vibrant concert celebrating Balkan and Jewish musical traditions.
From lively Klezmer and Sephardic songs to the soulful sounds of Bosnian Sevdalinka, the performance shares stories of everyday life — exploring love, longing, hope and belonging.
This is a chance to come together and experience the joy of music, culture and shared traditions. Guests are invited to enjoy a sweet treat of baklava or blintz when booking their ticket.
$25/$30
Joshua Moshe - Art Don't Lie
Lots of enquiries about when the next original performance of Art Don’t Lie will be. Please save the date and sign up to the mailing list below to be the first to know about this one - it’s going to be pretty special!
Jemma Cher @ The Birds Basement
Jemma Cher, a Melbourne-based vocalist, brings maturity, sophistication and dazzling virtuosity to every performance. At 25 years old she carries many years of stage experience which have shaped the artist she is today.
Jemma's large vocal range, effortless tone and deep control bring something special to Jazz, Gospel and R&B repertoires.
Jemma has recently released her debut studio album titled, “Let’s Do It” digitally and physically worldwide. It features a range of well known Australian musicians such as Lior, Simon Starr, Ben Grayson, Daniel Farrugia and Joshua Moshe playing sophisticated and detailed new arrangements. Jemma’s album also includes 1 special original composition written by Gideon Cher and Jemma Cher, titled, I’ll Stay. Records will be available to purchase at the show.
The lineup:
Simon Starr - Double bass
Jack Earl - Keys
Ebs Daramola - Drums
Joshua Moshe - Saxophones
Featuring Special Guest, Gideon Cher.
$38+
Joshua Moshe - Erez Project @ The Jazzlab - Melbourne Jazz Co-operative
Erez, the cedar tree, stands tall and deeply rooted, bearing witness to generations of stories, and song.
Led by award-winning Melbourne saxophonist and composer Joshua Moshe, Erez presents original contemporary jazz arrangements of Jewish folk songs, Niggunim, and melodies from across the Jewish diaspora. Reimagined through the language of improvisation, these traditions become open spaces for interaction, exploration, and contemporary expression while maintaining deep respect for the source material. Drawing from Ashkenazi, Sephardi, and Mizrahi musical traditions, Erez moves fluidly between meditative passages, rhythmic interplay, and expansive improvisation. Rather than presenting these songs in fixed or historical forms, the ensemble approaches them as living musical material allowing old melodies to evolve, transform, and speak in the present through the language of contemporary jazz.
Joining Joshua is an exceptional quintet of collaborators featuring Gideon Preiss on piano, Jonathan Skovron on electric guitar, Simon Starr on double bass, and Daniel Farrugia on drums, each bringing their own distinctive voice to this deeply collaborative and improvisation-driven music.
$25 / $30
Presented by the Melbourne Jazz Co-operative
The Melbourne Jazz Co-operative is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting and promoting original live jazz performance by established and emerging artists in Melbourne.
Since 1983 our objectives have been to increase the exposure of contemporary jazz performance by making it accessible to audiences, and to provide award waged performance opportunities for emerging and established artists.