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Fronting a world-class ensemble, vocalists Eddie Gazani + Charmaine Jones (Adelaide) present a vibrant full-band performance that fuses Brazilian rhythms with contemporary jazz. Driven by expressive vocals, groove, and improvisation, this project offers a powerful, audience-captivating take on vocal jazz. For over a decade, Eddie Gazani and Charmaine Jones have developed a compelling musical partnership grounded in vocal jazz and the rich traditions of Brazilian music. Their collaboration is defined by a deep artistic synergy, where voices and guitar interact with fluidity, sensitivity, and rhythmic sophistication. At the centre of the project is a strong vocal identity. Sri Landan born, Australian-bred vocalist, Charmaine Jones, approaches the voice as a complete instrument — equally at home in lyrical interpretation, improvisation, and intricate harmonic work. She has worked with a variety of industry greats, including Paul Grabowsky, Paul Kelly, Michael Buble, Naturally 7, Leo Sayer, Patti LuPone, Chong Lim AM. Charmaine’s artistry extends beyond performance into composition, arranging, and education, positioning her as one of Australia’s most versatile and distinctive vocalists. Her performances are marked by emotional depth, precision, and a fearless sense of exploration. Eddie Gazani complements this with a refined musical language shaped by his studies in music and vocal pedagogy at the Queensland Conservatorium and his extensive performance career. As both a guitarist and vocalist, he brings authenticity to Brazilian repertoire and a contemporary sensibility to jazz performance, with a strong emphasis on groove, interaction, and storytelling. Together, they explore repertoire spanning bossa nova, samba, and jazz standards, alongside original compositions. Their performances balance intimacy with energy, delivering a sound that is both sophisticated and accessible. With a shared commitment to musical dialogue and expressive communication, Gazani and Jones create a vocal jazz experience that is engaging, distinctive, and deeply resonant with audiences. Featuring a stellar band, this is a performance NOT to be missed.