Bask in the warmth of the afternoon sun and the sounds of bands big and small, traditional and eclectic at this family-friendly, alcohol-free event.
If you’re a player yourself, pack your (portable) instruments and meet at the stage at 12pm. From here you can join in the Jazz Parade, where New Orleans-style brass band tunes will ring out as we march around the lush expanse of Hyde Park. All ages and all abilities are welcome to join in this mobile celebration of music – and if you don’t play, join in and follow the pied pipers (and blues blowers) and add your energy to the joyous atmosphere. No-one can rain on this parade!
After the parade, it’s time to settle back on your picnic blankets and soak up the big band sounds of tomorrow’s stars in the WAAPA Jazz Choir and the WAAPA Big Band. New York trombonist Mariel Bildsten will make a special appearance with WAYJO, embracing the sounds of jazz greats including Count Basie and Duke Ellington. The James Chapman Six will round out the afternoon with their compelling arrangements of jazz standards, well-known contemporary pieces and a smattering of original compositions. This is the perfect way to spend a musically inspired Sunday – and free for all!
What’s Going On:
12:00pm – Welcome To Country
12:15pm – Jazz Parade
1:00pm – WAAPA Jazz Choir
2:15pm – WAAPA Big Band
3:30pm – WAYJO with Mariel Bildsten
4:45pm – James Chapman Six
