THE SMOOTH sounds of laidback jazz will be music to the ears of the Coolum community at the Coolum Civic Centre on Saturday, May 24, as local artists Robyn Brown & The Indigo Collective take to the stage.  

Robyn has been very busy of late and has been touring and performing at jazz clubs and festivals in Europe and locally from Melbourne to Bundaberg, and Robyn has been making a significant impact on the South East Queensland jazz scene. 

Robyn’s smooth, soulful style has gained many fans and brought her wide acclaim.   

Coming home is important, and Robyn is looking forward to sharing her music locally.  

“People don’t realise that we have some incredible world-class musicians right here on the Sunshine Coast,” Robyn said.   

“They really are under-valued and not having a dedicated jazz venue on the Coast means that you don’t often get the opportunity to hear these amazing musicians.”   

With the May 24 show in Coolum, locals will have the opportunity to hear some of the best the Coast has to offer from the world of jazz.  

With an extensive repertoire that covers early blues, swing standards, Latin, bebop, soul jazz and self-penned originals, Robyn’s passion is the songs of the early jazz/blues singers.    

“I love that I can sing a song that was written in 1914, but the heart and the passion of the song is still relevant today.  It’s great to present my own interpretation of the song in a way that connects with the audience!”   

Along with her band, Robyn is a passionate performer who loves to explore, create and improvise with exceptional interplay that brings fun into jazz. With a band of exceptional musicians – Ross Nixon (piano), Peter Walters (bass), Lachlan Hawkins (drums), Phil Hayter (saxophone) and Rob McWilliams (trumpet) – they’ll take you on a fun, soulful, musical journey as they put their own stamp on swinging standards and jazz-infused blues.   

Musically brilliant and enticingly moody, the night will be a blend of jazz greats along with some kicking original tunes and will also feature the Sunshine Coast Grammar School Big Band showcasing their talents and performing some toe-tapping jazz standards.  

Come along and enjoy what these young musicians have to offer. With cabaret style seating, there is also the opportunity to bring your own supper and refreshments as you enjoy the concert. 

Event:  Robyn Brown & The Indigo Collective – Jazz After Sunset 

Date:  Saturday, May 24 

Time: 6:30 pm – 9:15 pm 

Location:  Coolum Civic Centre 

Tickets:  $21.50 – $37.50 (incl. booking fee) – www.stickytickets.com.au/thejazzsessions 

Tickets may also be purchased at the door, subject to availability.