Michelle Nicolle Band

Michelle Nicolle, hailed as Australia’s preeminent female jazz singer, is a living embodiment of artistry and elegance in the jazz world. She has appeared at festivals all over Australia and the world – from Tokyo to Siberia. Improvisor and composer Michelle has for the last 26 years led one of Australia’s most lauded creative jazz ensembles “The Michelle Nicolle Quartet”. She’s sang with Wynton Marsalis and the JLCO with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and with Kurt Elling. Releasing 12 distinct albums Michelle’s most recent recording projects were both released in 2025. The Silent Wish is an adventurous duo album recorded in LA featuring legendary US guitarist, Larry Koonse and Noir (ABC JAZZ) is a luscious duo album with illustrious Australian pianist/composer, Paul Grabowsky. For this concert Michelle and her group will turn on a celebration of music, showcasing her original songs from her 10th release, ABC JAZZ album, 10 – Michelle Nicolle Live at The Jazzlab and some classic repertoire that the Michelle has recorded over the last 26 years. “This beautiful album (10 – Michelle Nicolle Live at The Jazzlab) is a simply breathtaking achievement, with Nicolle covering all aspects of jazz singing with compelling authority. *****” The Weekend Australian, Aug 2024” “This is vocal intimacy nonpareil. Nicolle is intense and powerful… she has a gymnast’s flair in her melodic approach and embellishment.” Bebop Spoken Here (UK), April 2025 “Michelle Nicolle’s approach is original, her interpretation singular, resembling no other.” Paris Move, Feb 2025 For this concert Michelle and the specially formed group of Hugh Stuckey, David McEvoy and Nick Haywood will turn on a celebration of music, showcasing original songs and beautiful standards. Hugh Stuckey (guitar) David McEvoy (piano) Nick Haywood (bass)