Avoca Beach Theatre presents:

A take on Dave Brubeck

Experience the timeless magic of Dave Brubeck’s music brought to life by one of Australia’s finest pianists, Simon Tedeschi, as he dives into Brubeck’s most iconic works, from the mesmerising Take Five to the driving rhythms of Blue Rondo à la Turk.

Renowned for his dazzling technique, emotional depth and engaging stage presence, SIMON TEDESCHI is the perfect interpreter of Brubeck’s daring style — capturing its cool sophistication, rhythmic genius, and joyful improvisation. 

As the Paul Desmond to Tedeschi’s Brubeck, the versatile multi-instrumentalist PAUL CUTLAN dazzles on alto saxophone, clarinet and more. A collaborator of rare depth, he’s performed with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Gurrumul, Lou Reed, Bobby Previte, Jim McNeely and Ólafur Arnalds. A world-class musician not to miss.

And completing the trio is CAMERON UNDY, one of Australia’s most respected bassists, guitarists and composers with a formidable career as a jazz bassist playing with all the luminaries from legends Paul Grabowsky to James Morrison. 

This is more than a jazz concert — it’s a celebration of Brubeck’s revolutionary contribution to jazz, performed with passion and spontaneity, and the artists’ own tribute to Brubeck’s brilliance and distinctly classical aesthetic. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz fan or new to Brubeck’s sound, this performance promises to be unforgettable.

Simon Tedeschi, piano
Paul Cutlan, saxophones
Cameron Undy, double bass