Guitarist Nash Lee (12 Tone Diamonds, Rabid Hawk) leads a dynamic  quartet featuring Melbourne saxophone great Julien Wilson, powerhouse drummer Sam Bates and rising bass force Charlie Rank.

Together they explore deep rhythmic interplay and melodic conversation - blending lyricism, groove and open improvisation in equal measure.

Lee’s roots trace back to the vibrant North Coast scene of the ’90s, where he was mentored by rhythm visionary Greg Sheehan and guitar master Jim Kelly. Now based in Melbourne, he continues to refine his voice within the jazz tradition while keeping a fearless, exploratory edge.

Each week features a completely different lineup and a fresh slice of improvised Melbourne mayhem in the communal spirit of workshopping number diamonds, original improvised music and exploring the standard repertoire.

Wed 06 May - Badger on the Paddock | Feat. Tom Fryer, Julian Banks, Nick Delaney, Arron Light

Wed 13 May - 'Heavy Traffic' | Charlie Smith piano, Harry Travis on alto, Emiliano Treleani bass and Dan Clarke drums

Wed 20 May - 'Pending Approval' Phil Day (trumpet), Gergo Stopic (sax), Jeremy Poole-Johnson (keys), Seba Negri (bass), Paul Whitwood (drums) + 'Rabid Hawk' feat Julien wilson , Sam Bates, Charlie Rank

Wed 27 May - Ben Carr Trio | Tom Lee, Arron Mcollough & 'Rabid Hawk'  |  James Sherlock, Nash Lee, Julien wilson , Sam bates & Charlie Rank

$20 at the door

Saxophonist and Multi-instrumentalist Luca Brading brings his collective of works to life with longtime musical collaborators and friends in the Luca Brading Group.

Luca Brading - Sax/FX

Brad Bellard - Keys

Nick Taylor - Bass

Ben Ingvarson - Drums

Luca Brading is an in-demand saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist and composer based in Melbourne, Australia. His musical inspiration stems from a love of improvised music, jazz and RnB. He has had success as a bandleader, with numerous improvisational ensembles.

Outside of his own projects, Luca has worked with a number of young and upcoming musicians both in the studio and on stage including Seb Szabo, MÖZE, Alisya Rae and more. While working with these acts, Luca has shared stages and studios with leading Australian musicians such as Playlunch, Baker Boy and Wanderers. Throughout his travels, Luca has also performed internationally with jazz musicians in Tokyo and Paris.

Luca graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2024 specialising in Jazz and Improvisation. There he honed his musical prowess under the teachings of saxophonists Carlo Barbaro and Julien Wilson, and trumpeter Mat Jodrell. In 2022, he was a recipient of the Ormond Exhibitions Scholarship for excellence within his Bachelor of Music studies.

Free Entry (Donations welcome!)

www.lucabrading.com