The Gold Coast’s love of jazz extends from the early days of holidaymakers seeking entertainment to the establishment of lively venues in the 1950s and ’60s in Surfers Paradise like Bruno’s Windjammer Room and La Boheme. This season, the all-new ‘The Jazz Room Gold Coast’ is carrying the torch, offering live music shows packed with groove and classics, for every music-loving cool cat in the city. With a drink in hand, guests will be transported to the street-style bars and lounges of the time, as they hear familiar tunes in a casual atmosphere.
What is The Jazz Room?
At The Jazz Room, a band of professional musicians brings timeless hits to life celebrating the icons that paved the way and influenced many emerging genres. Whether it’s a tribute to jazz, soul or blues, audiences can expect curated setlists that still leave room for improvised moments and fiery solos. Set in a 1920s-style bar, these musical evenings offer a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a drink while bopping to some good music. Bathed in smooth vocals, brass and bass, these performances make for great weekend plans with friends and family.
What’s on at The Jazz Room in the Gold Coast?
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Inspired by the genre’s legacy and rich history, this performance takes audiences on a musical journey through the greatest eras of jazz, from its New Orleans roots to the New York rhythms of swing and post-bop. Featuring timeless classics like “When The Saints Go Marching In” and “Basin Saint Blues”, alongside spontaneous moments of improvisation, it’s an authentic jazz show that both aficionados and newbies can enjoy.
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
Step into a world of timeless charm and swing at this intimate tribute to Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. This smooth soirée celebrates two of jazz’s greatest legends, blending the warmth of Sinatra’s velvet voice with the soul and grit of Armstrong’s unmistakable trumpet. In an intimate setting that echoes the golden age of mid-century Manhattan, the evening is set to transport you straight into the smoky glow of an intimate jazz club.
The Jazz Room Reviews in the Gold Coast
Available in over 40 cities worldwide, The Jazz Room has received 4 and 5-star ratings. It is also set to debut in the Gold Coast in the coming months and we’ll update this section once the reviews come in. For now, see what concertgoers around the world had to say about these jazzy evenings:
Melbourne
“No ‘twas fabulous 🙂” – 5 April
Paris
“Exceptional concert”
“Concert exceptionnel.” – 18 May
Dublin
“What a wonderful evening, did our heart good!!!five stars plus, exceptional musicians” – 18 May
On select dates, this captivating experience will be held at Broadbeach Cultural Centre within the Broadbeach Cultural Precinct, a 400-seat auditorium that welcomes a range of cultural events and classes. Suitable for people aged 18 and over, get ready for 60 minutes of smooth vocals, sultry saxophone notes and cool cool jazz!