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  • Celebrated pianist Makoto Ozone. Image by Matsuki Kohei. Makoto Ozone: Jazz with pizazz 
    Reviews

    Makoto Ozone: Jazz with pizazz 

    2 April 2026

    Makoto Ozone brings his powerhouse trio TRiNFiNiTY to Perth Festival for a night of playful abandon, writes Priya Chidambaranathan.

    Reading time • 6 minutesMusic
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  • Taking a beat with percussionist Michael Pignéguy
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    Taking a beat with percussionist Michael Pignéguy

    29 September 2025

    From jazz quartets to cross-cultural ensembles, Michael Pignéguy’s career is one of constant exploration. In conversation with Leanne Casellas, the Perth-born drummer and composer reflects on his journey and the rhythms that drive it.

    Reading time • 10 minutesMusic
  • Number Junky. Black and white portrait of a guitarist bent over his instrument intently focused on his playing What to SEE: Number Junky
    What to SEE

    What to SEE: Number Junky

    12 August 2022

    Accomplished Danish jazz guitarist Kristian Borring makes his local recording debut with his trio Number Junky. The album Earth Matters is released this month with a special gig to launch it in his new hometown.

    Reading time • 8 minutesMusic
  • A big band of predominantly women jazz musicians sit in rows playing their instruments Jazz with a social conscience
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    Jazz with a social conscience

    28 June 2021

    Artemis Orchestra launch their debut album The Elephant in the Room and Garry Lee enjoys the arrival of a jazz ensemble that values equity, commitment and passion.

    Reading time • 5 minutesMusic
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