"FREE-ish" LIVE JAZZ: in Melbourne's Historic Bluestone Cellar c1854
Get ready to groove to the soulful tunes of live jazz in for an unforgettable night of music, history, great food and fine wines.
Location
Life's Too Short Bar, Tribeca Arcade, Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC, Australia
412 Victoria Parade #Shop 2 East Melbourne, VIC 3002 AustraliaRefund Policy
About this event
Live Jazz in Melbourne's Historic Bluestone Cellar c1854
Join us for a groovy night of jazz in the heart of Melbourne! Every Thursday night experience the magic of live music in the historic Bluestone Cellar, which dates back to 1854.
Get ready to tap your feet and sway to the rhythm as our talented musicians play their own unique style of jazz at Life's Too Short Bar - from reinterpretations of jazz classics, to jazz manouche, and even jazz-blues.
Located in the vibrant Tribeca Arcade on Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC, Australia, this in-person event promises an unforgettable evening filled with soulful melodies and infectious beats.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich jazz culture of Melbourne!
The Line Up:
Each Thursday evening from 01 February to 19 December 2024.
Why book? It helps us to staff up for events. You get the best seats in the house AND a $10 per ticket credit against your F&B on the night, making your ticket fee almost free!
Please note that the music played is 'background' rather than performance as we are located in a residential area with strict noise level controls. We do ask that you keep your conversation low so out of respect for the artists and so that everyone can enjoy the music.
The Acts:
MARK MORAND
Mark is a prolific Melbourne jazz guitarist whose current productions include '32 Bars', the Jennifer Salisbury Duo, Trio & Quartet, Susy Hull sings Gershwin, and Jennifer Salisbury sings Cole Porter. He performs regularly in Melbourne jazz venues, including Paris Cat Jazz Club, Lido Jazz Room and the Victorian Jazz Club. He has recently appeared at the Castlemaine, Port Fairy and Newport Jazz Festivals.
Dates: 01 & 15 February, 07 & 21 March,18 April, 02 May, 06 & 20 June, 04 & 18 July, 01 & 15 August, 05 & 19 September, 03 & 17 October, 07 & 21 November, 05 & 19 December
ADAM RUSSO
Melbourne-based guitarist Adam Russo has quietly carved out a niche as a gifted rhythm guitarist and banjo player in the city’s thriving traditional jazz scene over the last decade. Drawing influence from a wide spectrum of six-string slingers, from jazz greats like Julian Lage and Matt Munisteri to folk pickers like Molly Tuttle and Kenneth Pattengale, Adam can often be found performing with jazz manouche trio ‘Catfish’ or swinging hard with ‘The Swinging Cat’s Pyjamas’.
Dates: Dates: 08 & 22 February, 28 March, 04 & 11 April, 09 & 16 & 30 May, 13 June, 11 July, 08 & 22 August, 12 September, 10 October, 14 November, 12 December
CINDY & PAOLO
Cindy Pennalligen is a New Zealand-born Soul/Jazz/Blues Singer/Songwriter with a smoky, sexy, soulful voice. Cindy is a seasoned musician, also regularly performing with her trio, Cindy & Co. At Life's Too Short, she will touch your heart and soul with her vocal style, which she has performed in many venues and with many bands across Melbourne. She is joined by legendary guitarist Paolo Taliana, who has toured with some of the biggest names in music - The Supremes, The Drifters, John Farnham, Normie Rowe, and Col Elliot, to name a few. A specialist instrumental music teacher and band leader, Paolo loves to play RnB, Jazz and Blues.
Dates: 29 February, 14 March, 25 April, 23 May, 27 June, 25 July, 29 August, 26 September, 31 October, 28 November
Location: Tribeca Arcade, Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC, Australia
Frequently asked questions
Our events are restricted to maximise the interaction in our small, intimate venue. Generally, no additional tickets can be provided than are listed.
Around 28 back-vintage wines by the glass, a reserve cellar list, 50 cocktails, a good selection of craft beers (bottled) as well as plenty of non-alcoholic options.
Our extensive Tapas and Share Plate menu is almost 100% gluten-free and coeliac-safe. It also caters for vegans, vegetarians and FODMAP. If you have other more complex dietary requirements, our friendly chefs will be happy to help you.
Life's Too Short is located in the middle of the Tribeca Plaza near the IGA, at the intersection of Wellington St and 412 Victoria Parade, or enter from 166 Albert St (past Kellee Flowers).
By tram 12 or 109, stop 16 - Wellington St (2 minute walk). By train the closes stations are Jolimont (13 minute walk) or North Richmond (10 minute walk)
If you drive and/or have a designated driver, parking is available on the street or at Care Park at 162 Albert Street, East Melbourne. Free parking may be available at 3 Cambridge Street, Collingwood (the car park is between owners and not gated; please check the signs before parking)
If the a minimum of 10 tickets are not sold, the event may be rescheduled later or cancelled and tickets refunded. If you have booked a ticket and an event is amended we will contact you to make arrangements before the event.
We do understand that illness & injuries do occur, and, where possible, we do try to be as flexible. However refunds are generally not permitted within 48 hours of a catered event, and 24 hours of a non-catered event. Contact by SMS 0416 088 000 or email info@lifestooshortbar.com.au for more info.