QUEEN STREET MALL TAKEOVER
Every year the BIJF has the opportunity to present some amazing local talents throughout the city centre thanks to the help of city sounds. This year there’s a diverse array of artists filling the stages and it’s all for free!!! the lineup consists of:
Friday 10 October 17:00-19:30 Brunswick Street Parade
Steeped in the soul of the Crescent City, the Brunswick Street Parade brings the spirit of traditional New Orleans jazz to life. With a lineup of seasoned brass players, spirited rhythms, and infectious energy, the band delivers second-line grooves, street parade vibes, and heartfelt melodies that echo the legacy of New Orleans street music. Whether on stage or in the streets, their music celebrates joy, community, and the timeless power of live brass. Perfect for festivals, weddings, and street parades, Brunswick Street Parade keeps the tradition alive—one swinging tune at a time.
Friday 10 October 17:00-19:30 Melody Graves Quartet
Blending straight-ahead jazz with a taste for hot jazz, Melody Graves is a unique voice in Meanjin’s jazz scene, with a style that is both fresh and familiar – and if you closed your eyes, you just might think you were listening to an old gramophone record. Inspired by the sounds of New Orleans, small combos and big band swing, Melody Graves is backed by some of Brisbane’s most talented jazz musicians who deliver a hot and vibrant take on early jazz and blues, fusing traditional sounds with a fresh, dynamic energy.
Paula Hackney a.k.a. Melody Graves – vocals, Jordy Stitt – Piano, Benja King - Double bass and Evan. J. Evans - Drum kit.
Saturday 11 October 12:00-14:30 Ashley Hutton
Saturday 11 October 12:00-14:30 Alyssa Sinclair
Alyssa Sinclair is a young upcoming jazz Trumpet player/Vocalist based in Brisbane. She is firstly a trumpet player, but in recent years has discovered for love for singing, and combining the two in her performances. Alyssa is currently in her final semester at the Jazz Music Institute and performs regularly in Brisbane across many genres, and semi regularly tours to Sydney/Melbourne with TYDE BAND. Alyssa is also part of originals Hard Bop group Maeva’s Journal, Unladylike Big Band, JMI Jazz Orchestra, and her own new 7-piece project Sinclair’s Swingin’ Smorgasbord. Alyssa LOVES a smorgasbord of music, which is shown through her fun variety filled performances, and is inspired by Lee Morgan, Chet Baker and Louis Armstrong | Caity Gyorgy, Veronica Swift and Ella Fitzgerald.
Sunday 12 October 12:00-14:30 Good Bait Trio
The Good Bait trio is a long-standing collaboration between three of Brisbane’s most versatile jazz instrumentalists. The arrangements and compositions draw on their wide-ranging musical experiences. The three have developed a deep synergy over so many years of playing together, and love to share with an audience their enjoyment of playing music together. Guitar - Jamie Clark, Double bass - Helen Russell and Drums - Paul Hudson
Sunday 12 October 12:00-14:30 Sharon Elaine/Minnie Rumble
The Brisbane International Jazz Festival acknowledges the Turrbal and Jagera people as the Traditional Custodians of Meanjin, on which we have the privilege to make music. We recognise their long history of music making and continuing connection, to the land and waters.
