Download a Clarence Jazz Festival 2010 Program (2054 kb) 

Held in beautiful outdoor, riverside and historic locations, the Clarence Jazz Festival is one of Tasmania's most popular music events. Audiences love the great performances, unique locations and unrivalled good vibes.

The Festival presents the very best in local jazz talent and great performers from around Australia. In 2010 the Festival is proud to announce a new Festival Ambassador, saxophonist Paul Williamson.  The Festival Ambassador is a key element of the Clarence Jazz Festival; jamming with every band, mentoring the Young Jazz Player finalists and guiding audiences through the Festival's six-day musical journey.  Please read Paul Williamson's bio to find out why he is going to make such a fantastic Festival Ambassador in 2010.  The Paul Williamson Hammond Combo tune Red hot Go is available to listen to here.Red Hot Go (6958 kb)

The intimate and unique atmosphere of the Jazz Lounge set in the 200 year old Rosny Barn is a confirmed favourite with the audience. In 2010 the Lounge hosts a very special guest artist, world renowned Australian pianist and vocalist Janet Seidel.  Ms Seidel and her Trio will make their debut performance at the Clarence Jazz Festival in two special performances on Friday and Saturday night.  Click on the Jazz Lounge link for times and ticketing information.

The Young Jazz Players Competition Final returns on Friday night with five exciting young finalists to win Tasmania's richest jazz competition.

The Festival begins in beautiful parks and gardens on the eastern shore of the River Derwent and culminates in three days and nights of concerts on the Bellerive Boardwalk overlooking the Kangaroo Bay marina.  Audiences at the Boardwalk love the fresh Tasmanian food prepared on site and bar serving local Tasmanian wines and beverages.  On Saturday and Sunday free activities and crafts are provided for the children.

All venues are only 15 minutes from the Hobart CBD.  Catch as bus or a water taxi!  All outdoor concerts are free.  Please call 6245 8600 for your free program and we'll meet you at the Clarence Jazz Festival!

Clarence Jazz Festival 2010

Tuesday 23 February
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Simmons Park, Lindisfarne
Bring a picnic to the Festival opener set in one of the Eastern Shore's favourite parks.
 

Wednesday 24 February
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Bellerive Beach Park
Bring a picnic and enjoy great music beside beautiful Bellerive Beach and near one of Australian cricket's most beautiful grounds, the Bellerive Oval.

Thursday 25 February
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Rosny Farm
The Rosny Farm is home to the Jazz Lounge and the Schoolhouse Gallery. Bring a picnic, take in an exhibition and enjoy the great jazz.

Thursday Night Jazz Lounge in the Barn
9.00pm to Midnight

Friday 26 February
6.00pm to 9.30pm
Bellerive Boardwalk - Fine food and wine are available on site.
Youth night showcases fine up-and-coming Australian jazz talent in the Young Jazz Players Competition Final. You will be amazed at their playing.

Friday Night Jazz Lounge in the Barn
6.00pm to Midnight


Saturday 27 February
4.00pm to 9.00pm
Bellerive Boardwalk - Fine food and wine are available on site. Children's activities area provided.

Saturday Night Jazz Lounge in the Barn
6.00pm to Midnight


Sunday 28 February
11.00am to 5.00pm
Bellerive Boardwalk Fine food and wine are available on site. Children's activities area provided.

A solid day of groove finishes with the high energy of the handpicked Festival All Stars.

For more information  contact  Clarence City Council.

Thank you to the Clarence Jazz Festival 2010 sponsors