Generations in Jazz

Mount Gambier is well known for a popular Jazz event known as Generations in Jazz, with the next festival being held in May 2024.

Generations in Jazz holds a special place in the jazz culture of Australia, where one generation of brilliant musicians inspires the next, and aspiring musicians get a taste of life as professional musicians. It’s where like-minded individuals gather to learn from each other, study, and perform.

Generations in Jazz has been hailed as one of the most exemplary youth music events in Australia, nurturing and supporting the musicians of tomorrow, today.

​The festival’s vision is to become one of the leading jazz education events in Australia, providing a platform for competition, performances, collaboration, education, and engagement. While the festival’s early focus was on big bands, and it remains true to its core, its scope has also broadened to include the highly successful vocal ensemble and small jazz combo divisions.

Generations in Jazz offers a wonderful opportunity to listen, perform, and develop a genuine appreciation for this wonderful art form while becoming a part of a commitment to furthering jazz in Australia and beyond.

​The National Stage Band Awards and Vocal Ensemble Awards take learning out of the classroom and onto the stage, providing young musicians with the ‘next step’ in their performing and music journey.

​The learning opportunities throughout the festival can be both structured and informal. Whether it’s providing industry insights on the journey between rehearsal venues or the casual advice shared in the green room.

Budjerah

Budjerah is ready to seize every opportunity and showcase his full range of abilities. ‘Therapy’ and the new music to come will exceed expectations and cement his status as one of the most versatile performers in the country. If you’re already a fan, get ready to be blown away.

Coco’s Lunch + The Sai Brothers

Experience the electrifying cross-cultural collaboration of Australia’s magical purveyors of the A Cappella art Coco’s Lunch with Indian percussion stars The Sai Brothers, as six musicians unite in a groundbreaking fusion of East and West. Sublime vocal textures and angelic harmonies juxtapose with the virtuosic rhythmic energy of these renowned siblings on mridangam, kanjira and tabla in a bold exploration of creativity.

Hot Potato Band

Hot Potato Band’s larger-than-life brass collective is a breath of fresh air, setting a new bar for energetic and interactive musical performances. Finding a home in Sydney, their positive coastal energy pushes euphoric boundaries in their bold quest to reignite acoustic instrumentation.

Kate Ceberano

2024 sees Kate rack up 40 years and 30 albums into one of the most enduring and inspirational careers in Australian music. 11 platinum and 8 gold albums, 10 Top 10 albums, 15 Top 40 singles, 3 Countdown awards, 4 ARIA awards from 19 nominations (9 X for Best Female Artist) and over 6000 live performances.

Migiwa Miyajima

Integrating musical elements from Japan with the harmonies and rhythms of modern jazz, Miyajima creates original compositions that evoke a deep appreciation of our shared humanity and the beauty in nature. She is experienced in large jazz ensembles and skilled at combining numerous sounds and creating striking and sophisticated effects.