Tea and Music at the Queensland State Library
Tea and Music is a series of high teas and performances that present and perform music from, and inspired by, the State Library’s sound-recordings and sheet music collections.
Don’t miss April’s toe-tapping Tea and Music session devoted to the swinging sounds of the 1930s and 40s. Swing into SLQ takes you on a journey into the lush, romantic world of the swing era with Brisbane's sassiest songstress, Melissa Western. Performing gorgeous jazz standards from her international hit show Lush Life, as well as other gems from the American vocal songbook, Melissa will entertain and delight you with her incredible voice and irresistible charm.
Showcasing the talents of some of Brisbane's finest jazz musicians, Melissa and her Minx Quartet will take you on a trip back to the days when jazz was dance music with class - where the smooth sophistication of master improvisers met with the talented entertainers who fronted the most popular bands of the day.
The freshness of improvisation keeps these classic tunes alive with every performance, while the original songs and melodies stay vibrant and meaningful based on the strength of their original creation. For lovers of music, singing, jazz and swing, this is a Tea and Music not to be missed!
Catch up with your friends on the Queensland Terrace for morning tea after the concert.
When Tue 20 Apr, 10.30am to 12noonWhere slq Auditorium 1 and Queensland Terrace, level 2
Tickets $11.50 (includes light refreshments and booking fee)
Bookings qtix [new window] or 136 246 or The Library Shop