Event details
On Bastille weekend, join French-jazz group Ultrafox on a trip to pre-war Paris with the musical stylings of Django Reinhart, Stephane Grapelli and other inspirations of the famous ‘manouche swing’ sound.
Ultrafox was formed by guitarist Peter Baylor over 15 years ago and has built a growing reputation of one of the finest swing bands in Australia, seeking their inspiration from the famous ‘manouche swing’ of The Hot Club of France. The band pay tribute to the music of the gypsy legend and imbue it with their own personal stamp.
Melbourne live music favourites, their music is characterised by the muscular hard driving swing of gypsy style acoustic guitars laced with lyrical yet fiery solos. Hot swinging jazz, tender lyrical ballads, French melodies, gypsy waltzes and original compositions make up the band’s extensive repertoire. Ultrafox create an atmosphere of elegant swing and exuberant, dynamic dance tempo jazz.
Join them at Kew Court House the Saturday before Bastille Day for a night of French fancy including French wine and charcuterie offerings at the bar, and perhaps a special guest or two!
Featuring the guitars and vocals of Peter Baylor, Sam O’Halloran on guitar, Jon Hunt on clarinet and Howard Cairns on double bass.
Please note Kew Court House will be transformed into a French style café for the night. Tables will be available for up to parties of 4. If you are booking for fewer than 4, you may be sharing a table.
Venue times
- Bar open: 7:00 pm
- Theatre open: 7:30 pm
- Performance starts: 7:45 pm