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Chasing the Moon
Chasing the Moon
Chasing the Moon
Sydney, NSW
Swing Band

Chasing the Moon

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Swing Band
Brisbane, QLD
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Swing Jazz Latin Folk Bossa Nova
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Roving Stage Stationary Strolling Audience Participation Exhibition Interactive
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Classical Blues Pop Rock Christmas Glam
Authentic Captivating Confident Elegant Engaging Fun Intimate Sophisticated Vibrant
Accepts Song or Performance Requests Can Customise Band Size and Instruments Can Dedicate Songs To Guests Can Tailor Dress Code To Event Mingles With Guests Between Performances Offers Drum-Free Option (For Noise Limits) Offers Flexible Performance Duration Offers Meet & Greet Option Provides Musical Backing For Guest Performers Provides Photo Opportunities Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
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About

Chasing the Moon is a Sydney-based 6-piece jazz band. Inspired by the romantic and swinging sounds of Hot Club Jazz, they create a delicious feast of heart-thumping swing, incorporating Latin, blues and modern sounds. They have released 2 CD’s, ‘Nuages’ and ‘Ooh La La’ which have both received airplay on ABC Jazz, 2MBSFM and Eastside Radio. The group is led by vocalist and violinist Kathy Bluff along with saxophone/flute player Paul Burjan. The two musicians have a rapport informed by many years of playing music together. Kathy Bluff delivers her distinctive style of soulful vocals and swinging jazz violin with warmth and charm that melds with the elegant fluidity of Burjan’s saxophone and flute. Well respected Sydney jazz guitarist, John Blenkhorn provides the rhythmic pulse and beautiful solos played with flair and attention to detail. That essential Parisian ambience comes with the piano accordion of the dynamic Garry Steel an engaging performer and gifted musician. The rhythm section of Merv Sequiera on double bass and versatile drummer Mike Quigley lay down the best of grooves, playing sweet and in the pocket. The band has performed at Illawarra, Newcastle, Dubbo, Moruya and Wagga Jazz festivals and are regular performers at Sydney’s Foundry616, Leichhardt Bowling Club, Humph Hall, Sydney Jazz Club and Camelot Lounge. Chasing the Moon’s music is complex and interesting and yet also accessible with catchy melodies and lively rhythms. There is a range and quality to the ensemble sound of strings and wind as solos pass from one player to another allowing each member a chance to shine. This is a band of high calibre musicians playing with musicality and flare. “Their evocation of gypsy swing, cool blues, and continental jazz styles is peerless among Australian groups. The quality of the arrangements, the virtuosity of the instrumentalists, and Kathy Bluff’s vocals

Set List

Pricing

• Sound system provided
• 2 breaks included
• Microphone provided for speeches

Location & Travel

Departing from Sydney, NSW 2038
Travel up to 100km
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Swing Jazz Latin Folk Bossa Nova
Swing Band Swing Era Big Band Jazz Age Black & White Casino Cartoon/Comic Book Celtic/Irish Celebrities Cocktail Australia Day
3 Performers 2 Performers 6 Performers 5 Performers 4 Performers
Cover Original
Roving Stage Stationary Strolling Audience Participation Exhibition Interactive
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Classical Blues Pop Rock Christmas Glam
Authentic Captivating Confident Elegant Engaging Fun Intimate Sophisticated Vibrant
Accepts Song or Performance Requests Can Customise Band Size and Instruments Can Dedicate Songs To Guests Can Tailor Dress Code To Event Mingles With Guests Between Performances Offers Drum-Free Option (For Noise Limits) Offers Flexible Performance Duration Offers Meet & Greet Option Provides Musical Backing For Guest Performers Provides Photo Opportunities Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
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Chasing the Moon

Entertainer
Swing Band
Sydney, NSW
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Expand all
Swing Jazz Latin Folk Bossa Nova
Swing Band Swing Era Big Band Jazz Age Black & White Casino Cartoon/Comic Book Celtic/Irish Celebrities Cocktail Australia Day
3 Performers 2 Performers 6 Performers 5 Performers 4 Performers
Cover Original
Roving Stage Stationary Strolling Audience Participation Exhibition Interactive
100% Live Performance (All instruments played live, no backing tracks)
Classical Blues Pop Rock Christmas Glam
Authentic Captivating Confident Elegant Engaging Fun Intimate Sophisticated Vibrant
Accepts Song or Performance Requests Can Customise Band Size and Instruments Can Dedicate Songs To Guests Can Tailor Dress Code To Event Mingles With Guests Between Performances Offers Drum-Free Option (For Noise Limits) Offers Flexible Performance Duration Offers Meet & Greet Option Provides Musical Backing For Guest Performers Provides Photo Opportunities Willing To Learn Songs Not In Current Repertoire
Aged Care Events Art and Cultural Events Charity Events Childrens Events Concert Events Corporate Events Festival Events Funerals and Celebration of Life Private Events Wedding Events Wedding Ceremony - Entertainment for Pre-Ceremony (Prelude) Wedding Ceremony - Entertainment for Ceremony (Interludes) Wedding Ceremony - Entertainment for Ceremony Entrance (Processional) Wedding Ceremony - Entertainment for Ceremony Exit (Recessionals) Wedding Ceremony - Entertainment for Guest Departure from Ceremony (Postlude) Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Cocktail Hour Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Grand Entrance into Reception Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Wedding Dinner Wedding Reception - Entertainment for First Dance and Other Special Dances Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Cake Cutting Ceremony Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Bouquet and Garter Toss Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Reception Party Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Last Dance Wedding Reception - Entertainment for Wedding Send-Off from Reception
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