Fresh off recording their debut album, Mosaic (Fine Music Sydney Artists in Residence) returns to Foundry616 as part of their bi-monthly residency for an explosive night of original Australian music.
Mosaic is a vibrant 10-piece contemporary Jazz ensemble rapidly emerging as an exciting force in the Sydney Jazz scene!
Mosaic specialises in all-original compositions commissioned from band members and hand-picked young composers from diverse backgrounds, culminating in a fresh and innovative sound spanning a broad array of genres.
As part of their ongoing bimonthly residency with Foundry616, this will feature special guests: Jack Brennan on Piano, Jim Schoeler on Trumpet, and Damon Poppleton on Saxophone!
“Mosaic performs and composes with youthful, explorative energy, delivering an exhilarating jazz experience. They are sure to become a popular jazz outfit on the Australian music scene!” – Dr. Kevin Hunt, Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
“[Mosaic is] a mighty project that our scene has desperately been missing for many years!” – Andrew Robertson, AR Big Band, Composer & Arranger
“[Mosaic] gives me great hope for the future of creative original music in Australia, hearing younger musicians brave enough to present it with dedication and Enthusiasm!” – James Ryan, Sonic Mayhem & The Subterraneans.
Personnel:
SAXOPHONES: Aidan Wong, Damon Poppleton, Lachlan Eggert, Chiara Minotto
BRASS: Braden Clarke, Jim Schoeler, Lee Orszaczky
RHYTHM: Jack Brennan, James Watt, Matt Simmonds
