Winner of the Bell Award for Young Australian Jazz Artist of the Year and runner up in the National Jazz Awards, Steve Barry has forged a reputation as a formidable pianist, composer and improviser since moving to Sydney from New Zealand. Tonight he premiers new trio music inspired by recent travels in Europe and India and his current doctoral studies in composition at the Sydney Conservatorium.
Steve Barry - piano Max Alduca - bass Dave Goodman - drums
Also performing: Hieronymus Trio "Trio sounds great. Look forward to hearing a lot more of you guys (and gal)" - Mike Nock Having been mentored by esteemed artists including Ari Hoenig, John Riley, Aaron Goldberg, Craig Scott, Simon Barker and Matt McMahon, members of the Hieronymus trio are emerging as distinguished voices in the newest generation of Australian jazz artists. Together, Nick Henderson (bass), Oli Nelson (drums) and Emma Stephenson (piano) have worked hard to develop a collaborative rhythmic language. Their improvisations and arrangements are infused with sophisticated intensity, creating a unique and engaging listening experience.