Jazz

Caroline Lynn and World Edge   (www.amplifier.co.nz/artist/16847/caroline_lynn_and_world_edge.html)  

Caroline Lynn and World Edge offer a fresh sound that weaves stands of old and new into an enriched contemporary form.

ASB Jazzfest   (www.asbjazzfest.co.nz)  

A festival of jazz music in Queenstown, featuring ten days of live music entertainment, showcasing jazz styles from New Zealand and around the world.

Jazzbird   (www.jazzbird.co.nz)  

Wendy McPhee is a professional entertainer with a long history in singing popular and jazz music.

Nelson Jazz Festival   (www.nelsonjazzfest.co.nz)  

A popular and well-supported annual jazz music festival in Nelson, giving visitors loads of sunshine and world class musicians, all absolutely free of charge.

Briar Ross   (www.briarross.com)  

New Zealand jazz vocalist, Briar Ross, sings her own composition 'Just Do it', plus many Billie Holiday jazz standards.

Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival   (www.jazz-blues.co.nz)  

The Bay of Islands will come alive with the sounds of smooth jazz and sultry blues, as musicians gather from all over New Zealand and beyond for the 16th annual Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival.

Jazzband.net.nz   (www.jazzband.net.nz)  

Jazz bands for all occasions in Auckland, whether you are looking for smooth background jazz, funky grooves or anything in between. The right jazz band will enhance your function, wedding, party or corporate event.

Twinset   (www.twinset.co.nz)  

A Wellington based groovy organ trio. Twinset plays a style of music which originated in America in the 1960s and was pioneered by legendary Hammond organists like Jimmy Smith and Big John Patton. The sound is characterised by a pulsing organ bass, rich textural chords and a driving rhythm and blues style beat.

Chris Mason-Battley Group   (www.chrismb.co.nz)  

A New Zealand jazz band presenting styles from Coltrane through to funk, as well as emotive original tunes.

Lynn Walters Entertainment   (www.lynnwalters.co.nz)  

Entertainer and singer in the jazz, blues and country style. Also offering vocal tuition.

CL-Bob   (www.clbob.co.nz)  

Providing news, reviews, information and samples from leading Wellington jazz sextet.

Delgirl   (www.delgirl.co.nz)  

A three piece acoustic group playing a mix of folk, country, jazz and blues music with a Pacific flavour. Double bass, guitar, percussion, trumpet and ukulele all get a look in, accompanied by the three sweet voices of Deirdre, Erin and Lynn.

Freewheelin'   (www.freewheelin.co.nz)  

Influenced by all genres of jazz, Latin and blues, Freewheelin' endeavour to bring their own flavour to every piece of music they play. They perform monthly at the Victorian Rose and at the Boathouse, and are also available for weddings, functions and events.

Josh Douglas, Jazz Singer   (www.joshdouglas.co.nz)  

Whether it's a private party, corporate function, conference, wedding or Christmas party, Josh Douglas provides professional, classy and super cool jazz entertainment.

Night Train   (www.nighttrain.co.nz)  

A professional Wellington based band, specialising in jazz music, funk and Latin. This hip young band is made up of talented and innovative emerging musicians and plays a mixture of jazz standards and original tunes at a wide variety of venues.

Wizard and Oz   (www.wizardandoz.com.au)  

The Wizard and Oz is a piano/guitar/vocal duo. Andrew Farrell (Wizard) and David McMillan (Oz) have been playing together since 1987. They are originally from Victoria, Australia and now are playing to thousands of fans around the world. They play anything from jazz to blues, R&B, contemporary and originals.

Calder Prescott Jazz Groups   (www.calderprescott.co.nz)  

A Dunedin group of jazz musicians involved in a number of jazz groups: The Calder Prescott Jazz Quartet; The South City Six Dixieland Jazz Band; The Calder Prescott Jazz Octet; and a 17 piece big band, The 17 piece Dunedin City Jazz Orchestra.

Soul-Key Sax   (www.soul-key.co.nz)  

Available to perform at all types of functions. People interested in Saxophone and solo performers, also people interested in corporate functions.

SoulSaxPlus   (www.soulsaxplus.co.nz)  

Original New Zealand music, available live and on CD. SoulSaxPlus specialise in soul, latin, blues, reggae and jazz music entertainment for festivals and fairs, restaurants, cafes and wine bars, corporate functions, weddings and parties.

Kevin Clark   (www.kevinclark.co.nz)  

The Web site of the Kevin Clark Group, the winner of NZ Music Award TUI for Best Jazz Album 2005 and 2003.

One Million Dollars   (www.onemilliondollars.co.nz)  

An Auckland based soul and jazz collective with a reputation for their energetic live performances. One Million Dollars plays all original work, with a sound that combines 1970's soul, funk and bossa nova.

Brian Smith, Saxophonist   (www.briansmith.net.nz)  

Brian Smith plays tenor and alto saxophone, as well as concert, alto and bass flute, and clarinet. Based in Whangaparaoa, Brian and his jazz group are available for jazz festivals worldwide, private functions, weddings, cocktail parties and other occasions. Brian Smith and Friends have just released an album through Ode Records, entitled 'Taupo'.

Yellow Eye   (www.yelloweye.co.nz)  

Independent record label that currently has a dozen titles in its catalogue with a leaning towards jazz and pop rock material.

Debbie Harwood   (www.debbieharwood.co.nz)  

A singer working in the New Zealand music scene, winning recognition for her solo career and for her performances in legendary group When the Cat's Away. Currently, Debbie has a jazz band and a party band, as well as facilitating a team-building concept called MusicMakers.

The New Zealand International Jazz & Blues Festival   (www.jazzfestivalnz.com)  

The largest combined jazz & blues festival in New Zealand, The New Zealand International Jazz & Blues Festival takes place annually in Christchurch.