Annwen Roberts Quintet (VIC) // Lachlan McGargill Quartet (SA)

"Monday Night Confessions" is a weekly show presenting original jazz/improvised music. Run out of Church Street Studios in Camperdown, Sydney, we acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation, and pay our respects to their elders past, present and emerging.

7th July 2025 - featuring: Annwen Roberts Quintet (VIC) // Lachlan McGargill Quartet (SA)

Annwen Roberts Quintet

Annwen Roberts is a young improvising violinist from Lutruwita/Tasmania now based in Naarm/Melbourne, whose musical roots are in jazz and folk, utilising the timbral and textural qualities of the violin to create a new lead voice.

Studying at the Victorian College of The Arts over the last four years, Annwen has combined these influences to create a whirlwind of lyrical and intense improvised music.

Annwen just released her debut folk/jazz album, SKY OMENS; a work of collaborative improvisation, raw emotion and instrumental prowess.

The band on the album comprises emerging talents in Roberts (violin), Jack Dobson (bass), Caleb Wilson (piano), Alex Siderov (drums), and from Nipaluna/Hobart, Elijah Davies (guitar).

SKY OMENS explores looking to the clouds for comfort and guidance through trauma, hardship and loss; painting a picture of the skies that grounded Annwen in her journey.

“Roberts’ distinctive compositions create ample space for each contributor to shine through the intricately layered clouds, both as accompanists and soloists.” — Helen Svoboda

Annwen Roberts - violin
Elijah Davies - guitar
Caleb Wilson - piano
Jack Dobson - bass
Alex Siderov - drums

Lachlan McGargill Quartet

The Lachlan McGargill Quartet presents a night of all new, original music that explores the likes of Modern Jazz. Influenced by the likes of Mark Turner, Seamus Blake, Walter Smith and more, Lachlan has a unique musical style that encapsulates the characteristics of the modern Jazz sound. Lachlan’s original compositions aim to use music as a vehicle to share his lived experiences, and to showcase his unique musical style. Despite being based in Adelaide, South Australia, Lachlan has the privilege of touring both internationally and around Australia and has worked with various high calibre musicians. For this project, The Lachlan McGargill quartet is comprised of exceptional locally based musicians that bring invaluable style and talent to the project.

“Lachlan’s prowess is undeniable. His dynamic voice runs the gamut from absolute power to the most gentle whisper. It’s a pleasure to work with this young man who is at the forefront of his craft. ” - Luis Bonilla

Lachlan McGargill (SA) - Saxophone
Thomas Odell - Piano
Oscar Peterson - Upright Bass
Jack Rosenzweig - Drums

Doors 7:30pm

Show 8:00pm

Tickets: $15 Student / $25 General Admission

BYO drinks