Mirko Guerrini @ JazzLab: Sunday 28th June at 7.30pm

MJC Presents: Then This

Drummer/composer/bandleader Niko Schauble premiered this latest project for the MJC last year, bringing together four exciting musicians, playing new originals by Schauble.

Their combined musical backgrounds – together with the bass-less format of the ensemble – creates a setting which allows for surprising twists and turns and soaring solos.

Tony Hicks (woodwinds) is an in-demand soloist in a wide range of styles, ranging from Randy Brecker, Melbourne Ska Orchestra and Yid!, while Mirko Guerrini (saxophones) has an impressive list of international credits such as Stefano Bollani, Billy Cobham and Hermeto Pascoal. Stephen Magnusson (guitar) has been a longtime collaborator of Schauble’s, performing in several of his projects (including the acclaimed “Night Music” album with Enrico Rava). Schauble has led his own ensembles (Tibetan Dixie, Papa Carlo, Quattro Club), as well as recording with the Australian Art Orchestra, Paul Grabowsky and Arthur Blythe.