Simone Waddell Presents: Great Ladies Of Jazz

As one of Australia's most seasoned jazz performers, Simone presents her latest show, featuring an exquisite repertoire of iconic songs made famous by some of the greatest female jazz vocalists in history. The setlist pays homage to legends including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington, Etta James, Norah Jones, Diana Krall, and more.

Simone's international-grade vocal prowess ensures an afternoon of pure entertainment, including unforgettable renditions of classics such as Ella Fitzgerald's How High The Moon, Billie Holiday's God Bless The Child, Nina Simone's Feeling Good, Sarah Vaughan's Lover Man, Dinah Washington's You Don't Know What Love Is, Norah Jones's Don't Know Why, Diana Krall's Fly Me To The Moon, Etta James's You've Changed, Carmen McRae's My Funny Valentine, Nancy Wilson's Save Your Love For Me, Dianne Reeves's Dreams, Aretha Franklin's Nobody Like You, and a myriad of other timeless favourites.

Simone will perform with her exceptional jazz trio who are the perfect match for this Australian songstress.
Drums: Mitch Farmer
Bass: Ralph Marshall
Keys: Sam McNally

Simone is a gorgeous singer, her talent of Kate Ceberano proportions. – Eric Myers – The Australian Newspaper
In this crowded, noisy world of allegedly “unique” singers/performers, Simone distinguishes herself as an extraordinarily pure singer and performer. – George Massenburg - Iconic Grammy Award Winning Engineer
One of the most treasured, brilliant, talented voices on the planet today! Her concerts are a must see! – Dr Jeanine Staples – Professor, Scholar, Educator and Coach – USA