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The View From Madeleine’s Couch E-mail
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This is Latin jazz at its finest. You need look no further for the most sophisticated and accomplished group in their field.  Acclaimed vocalist Anje West (Women in Voice, Worldly Women), leads the band through a gorgeous repertoire of bossa nova & samba, interspersed with lush instrumentals.

Ideal for evoking the perfect summer afternoon at your poolside cocktail party, welcome event or dinner, the versatility & range of TVFMC ensures that any affair will be made all the more special with the music of this exceptional ensemble.
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Bluesabelle E-mail
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Bluesabelle is best known for 50's Latin Jazz, Bebop Swing, Afro Cuban, Boogaloo, Funk, Salsa and Bossa Nova. In the past few years she has enjoyed incorporating the flavors of Neo Soul, Cu Beat, Afro Rhythms and Nu Jazz which have made their way into her time-traveling sets, creating unforgettable nights of sexiness.

Dj'ing was a hobby she began in Amsterdam's favourite cocktail bars in 1996 and was so in demand that Dj'ing has continued as her flavorsome forte. Having held one of the longest residencies in Australia for the past 8 years – her night “Moanin’ @ the Press” is still a foundation stone of quality Latin Jazz music in Brisbane and continues to evolve and grow with style.  Complimenting the talented jazz cats, salsarinas, soul jivers, cubanistas and bossa nova babies who continually grace Moanin’ with their style, taste and groove each year, Jazz and deep Latin is her joy.

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Muziz E-mail
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“Muziz” is an exciting and colourful act, combining the evocative music of the Middle East with the beautiful art of Belly Dance.

The talented musicians who make up “Muziz” play songs from many regions of the Middle East and Mediterranean, from popular Egyptian pieces to Turkish folk tunes and vibrant Gypsy melodies.

Authentic sounds of traditional instruments interweave with Tamara’s subtle yet passionate movements, creating performances that are both appealing to the ear and visually exciting.
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Tamara E-mail
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Tamara is one of Brisbane’s most sought after Belly Dance artists, performing at many of Brisbane’s Middle Eastern restaurants, private and corporate functions and community and major festivals.

Throughout her 16 year Belly Dance career, Tamara has worked with musicians to create performances that are artistic and respectful representations of this beautiful art form.

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The Wendy Murray Quintet E-mail
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Soulful, heartfelt, jazz and blues and groovy cabaret from a time when the music gave itself over entirely to passion, beauty and enchantment

Wendy sings the songs made popular by those fabulous divas

Billie, Sarah, Carmen, Ella, Dionne, Barbara and Nina.

Wendy loves music, performing and songwriting. Her taste is eclectic, her voice rich and sultry and infused with passion. The band is Brisbane’s finest and features: Wendy Murray – vocals, Louise Denson – piano, Jeremy O’Connor – bass, Sacha Kloostra – drums, John Stefulj – saxophones/flute

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Ingrid James E-mail
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Performing throughout Australia and internationally Ingrid James is one of Queensland’s leading Jazz vocalists.
 
Regularly recording award winning albums, Ingrid performs principally at corporate events while still finding the time to appear at popular venues in Brisbane such as the Lab Bar at the Conrad Hotel, the Press Club, the Stones Corner Hotel and the Brisbane Jazz Club.
 
Ingrid James performs as a Duo, Trio, Quartet or Quintet at events such as small cocktail functions, large corporate events, festivals, and concerts.
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Stacey Broughton E-mail
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Stacey Broughton is a consummate performer and versatile entertainer with a passion for jazz. Her early years were filled with the sounds of Sarah Vaughan, Julie London, Sergio Mendes, Brazil 66 and the live sounds of jamming in her lounge room when jazz pianist Ray Aldridge visited the family home.

Inspired by the music that surrounded her younger years Stacey began studies in jazz guitar at 15 years and by the age of 22 added the alto sax to her collection of preferred instruments. Then she had an epiphany. Stacey realised she just wanted to sing!

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The Cubano Highball Trio E-mail
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The Cubano Highball Trio are three fine musicians playing Jazz, Latin and Funk for the corporate and wedding scene in Brisbane. 

The group sizzles with a stylish interplay of piano, bass and percussion, bringing any sized space to life.  Among others, the ensemble has been received warmly at functions hosted by Premier Peter Beattie at Parliament house and also by Lord Mayor Campbell Newman in City Hall.  The Cubano Highball Trio offer hours of repertoire, a professional attitude and can provide their own P.A. system.

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Hot Mambo E-mail
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Hot Mambo is Brisbane's funkiest Latin World Music Dance Band … Hot Mambo’s repertoire features the essential Latin rhythms from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Columbia, Brazil and Nuevo York.

They play music for dancing and partying – the best loved latin classics, cool, funky samba grooves and jazzy, sassy salsa. The mix is seasoned with funk and jazz elements and comes alive with the Mambo’s original compositions.
Hot Mambo cook up a steamy tropical feast for the senses and gets that blood pumping.
Hot Mambo’s live Show “Feed the Fire” is visually spectacular … choreographed by Carlos Galiano and Elli Torres Queensland’s own superb salsa dancers.

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Yemanja E-mail
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While all things Brazilian continue to influence music and dance (and of course, soccer), under the measured hands of Brazilian guitarist Edson Gazani and Australian singer Anita Fernandes, Yemanjá bring a new and distinct feel to the genre. Silky smooth soulful strings coupled with penetrating poetic lyrics, Yemanjá scoop you up and take you to that perfect Sunday afternoon, caipirinha in hand. The duo fuse jazz, bossa nova, samba and chanson tainted with a world music edge to serenade and soothe the most restless of souls. Their ability to take old traditional styles and progressively recreate them makes them truly unique, giving them a reminiscent yet modern edge.

So go grab that drink, find your nearest hammock in the sun and lie back. If jazzy, stylish, soulful & different is your thing, you're definitely in for a treat.
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