Experience a captivating fusion of eras when international jazz vocalist Hetty Kate brings her British New Wave concert to the Avoca Beach Theatre on November 21.
Four Generation X jazz musicians will reimagine the anthems of the 80s through a modern jazz lens.
This sophisticated concert features music from icons including David Bowie, Kate Bush, A Flock of Seagulls, XTC, Bronski Beat and The Eurythmics.
As incongruous as it may seem to use a jazz language to revisit a genre that rose from the rebellious ashes of punk, both jazz and British new wave created vibrant new sounds that impacted society, fashion and culture across the globe.
Paris-based, British-born, and Australian-raised Hetty Kate leads this musical journey.
She honed her craft in Melbourne’s vibrant jazz scene before joining Australian jazz luminary James Morrison’s band and touring with him for more than five years.
Based in France since 2017, her impressive career includes performances with eight symphonic orchestras, 11 album releases, roles on stage, film and television and appearances at clubs and jazz festivals in 28 countries.
Joining Kate are award-winning Melbourne guitarist James Sherlock (musical director and arranger), New Zealand-born bassist Brett Hirst and celebrated jazz drummer Toby Hall.
Together, they form a creative quartet celebrated for their virtuosity and intuitive musical rapport.
New Wave Reimagined is not about nostalgia; it’s about listening with new ears.
This one-night-only event, part of Hetty Kate’s 2024 Australian tour, promises a fresh take on the music that shaped a generation, artfully blending jazz improvisation while keeping true to the originals.
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