MSG

ABOUT MSG

MSG – led by Brisbane/Gold Coast based Trombonist Mikael Strand – was formed in 2023 and is inspired by the Hard Bop and Soul Jazz movement. The group will showcase music from Art Blakey, Oliver Nelson, Slide Hampton, as well as original compositions by the band.

Mikael has performed, recorded with the likes James Morrison, Don Burrows, Renee Geyer, Melbourne Ska Orchestra, Jerry Lewis, Ingrid Jensen, Jim Pugh, Mad Professor, The Saints, Kate Miller-Heidke, Kristin Berardi, Hot 8 Brass Band, Bullhorn, West End Composers Collective, The Doch Gypsy Orchestra, Ash Grunwald, Sweet Thunder Jazz Orchestra and many more.

Featuring a stellar line-up of some of Brisbane’s finest musicians, including Carl Harvoe on Trumpet, Dave Cox on Saxophone, Eden Armstrong on Piano, Elliot Parker on Bass, and Mitch Bellert on Drums, this event is not to be missed. Catch the premier performance of MSG live at JMI!

Band: 
Mikael Strand - Trombone
Carl Harvoe - Trumpet
Dave Cox - Saxophone
Eden Armstrong - Piano
Elliott Parker - Bass
Mitch Bellert - Drums

MORE INFO:

Doors open from 7:30PM
Music from 8pm
Look for the Big Red Doors on Exhibition St!

Can't make it in person? Why not tune into our YouTube live-stream from 8PM AEST instead!

Those who wish to watch a JMI Live performance in person will need to purchase a ticket through our Humanitix page ($20 ENTRY+BF) or on the door.

JMI Live offers a live-stream on our YouTube page, so if you are unable to attend the gig in person, you can still join the celebrations online. Join us from 8PM AEST THURSDAY to keep the music swingin' !