Newsletter #10: December 2010

G'day and glad you're reading this! I'm hoping you'll all get along to "Hop Off" tonight (Thurs 2nd Dec) and support what will be our last Thursday night gig at Estonian House, Melville Rd, Brunswick West. If you haven't been along already we're expecting a packed venue, great jazz and as always some excellent dancing - what more could you ask for?

In case you're in a hurry, here's a summary:

  1. Bix Lives - USA guests in Melbourne - BOOK NOW!
  2. "Hop Off" - 2nd Dec - last minute reminder
  3. Mystery - Who is the beast?
  4. Real Estate = Jazz!
  5. Book a band or more...
  6. Forward to a friend

Bix Lives at Melba Hall - Friday 8th April (book now)

Jason Downes Entertainment is proud to present a special one-off concert featuring a collection of 11 local and overseas young jazz musicians. The evening will feature the music of the great Bix Beiderbecke and celebrate his remarkable life that ended at only 28 years of age. This will be a night of the highest quality music in one of Melbourne’s most prestigious and well-regarded venues, Melba Hall. All info including lineup, ticket prices & more.

Hop Off – Thursday December 2nd - Last minute reminder

The last ever Thursday night Hop Off event at Estonian House. Please come along and help us celebrate the Christmas spirit with Hot Jazz, swing dancing and all with the vibe you can only get from a classic 1920s venue. Full Details here

Still only $10 with a great (and cheap) bar at the beautiful 1920s venue, Estonian House.

Thursday 2nd December
6:45pm -10:00pm
Estonian House
43 Melville Rd, Brunswick West
$10 entry ($15 includes lesson)

Who is this beast?

At a recent event in Melbourne Hetty Kate Pakenham (a.k.a Beauty) was spotted a little too close to this musical beast. Who is it?
Email your answers by hitting reply. The first correct answer will receive 2 free tickets to come along to tonight's Hop Off.

Philip Webb Auctions, Eastern Suburbs featuring Peter Baylor, Leigh Barker & Yours Truly

Keep an eye out this Saturday morning (4th Dec) for Pete, Leigh & Jason. Considered some of Melbourne's best musicians you can expect them to sell a lot of houses this weekend with their hot auction music. Want to see them for yourself?
  • 10:30-11.00AM: 188 GEORGE STREET, DONCASTER EAST
  • 12:00-12.30PM: 17 SHIRVINGTON PLACE, DONVALE
  • 1:30-2.00PM: 1/53 HAROLD STREET, BULLEEN
  • Book a band...or more


    If you have a big event coming up and you would like to book a band, please feel free to contact Jason Downes Entertainment.

    We cater for all budgets and have a fantastic network of musicians and entertainers. To date we've booked jazz bands, country bands, Irish bands, Greek bands, MCs and even comedians! If you would like to know more, please feel free to respond to this email or click here to complete our booking form.

    Forward to a friend...


    We hope you've enjoyed this newsletter from Jason Downes Entertainment. Our aim is to promote and provide live music and we'd love you to help us do this. Please feel free to forward this to friends you think would appreciate it.

    I hope to see you out and about...

    Jason