A joyful jazz concert to raise the spirits

Brothers Adam and Simon Starr grew up listening to the music of jazz greats the likes of Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Nina Simone and Oscar Peterson, due to the influence of their late father Robin, a classically trained pianist, clarinetist and guitarist with a deep love for jazz music.

Thanks to B’nai B’rith Melbourne Lodge 1547 the community will have the opportunity enjoy the music of Adam and Simon and their groups the Erez Trio and the Melbourne Klezmer Quartet at Amazing Jazz with a Jewish Twist, a special fundraiser on Sunday, July 7 for the Melbourne branch of the Israel Commission, a B’nai B’rith initiative.

Chairperson and organiser Danielle Schilling said she planned a happy and joyful event to raise the spirits of the local Israel Commission members.

“Some of them, as they get older are feeling frightened and isolated because of the current antisemitism and are not coping very well,” Schilling said.

“They need a laugh; they feel stronger if we are together.”

This event is the largest Schilling has helped create.

Bass player Simon Starr.

When one of the members mentioned she had two nephews who are musicians, Schilling jumped at the chance to have them entertain the group while To Catch a Chef generously donated a kosher afternoon tea.

For three hours sit back, relax and listen to jazz like you’ve never heard before.

Adam Starr has composed scores for short and feature films, documentaries, and television series. His original music is features on over 30 CDs.

His brother Simon has toured, recorded and performed with many of Australia’s respected artists for over 30 years. He has featured on over 90 recordings including 15 that he produced for other artists.

Amazing Jazz with a Jewish Twist takes place on Sunday, July 7 at 2.30pm. Tickets $50, available at events.humanitix.com/jazz

Venue advised upon booking.

All proceeds will be donated to the Israel Commission.

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