A Night of Jazz is our annual Jazz Awards event and concert that honours outstanding musicians from the University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music.
This event is a highlight on our calendar and an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the next generation of jazz performers in our state.
In 2022 we are thrilled to welcome the legendary Vince Jones to Adelaide to perform with the top graduating musicians from the Elder Conservatorium of Music.
Vince Jones is Australia’s leading jazz vocalist. With his velvety tones and elegantly human delivery, Jones has been tantalising audiences for over 40 years.
Do not miss this very special evening at Scott Theatre, University of Adelaide.
Thursday 28 July 2022
Doors open 6:00pm
Concert commences 6:30pm
Scott Theatre, University of Adelaide
Early Bird Tickets: $30 + booking fee
General Admission: $40 + booking fee
This event includes the presentation of the 2022 Helpmann Academy Jazz Awards. Thanks to our generous supporters up to $30,000 worth of opportunities will be awarded this year.
Awards include:
- Helpmann Academy Langley Award for Jazz
- Helpmann Academy Top Honours Award
- Helpmann Academy Top Undergraduate Award
- Helpmann Academy Award for Outstanding Vocalist
- Helpmann Academy Award for Outstanding Drummer
- Helpmann Academy Award for Outstanding Bassist
- Helpmann Academy Award for Outstanding Trombonist
- Helpmann Academy Award for Outstanding Trumpet Player
These awards are made possible thanks to a small group of donors and partners.
“The Helpmann Academy Jazz Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the next generation of South Australian jazz talent, while also providing essential funds for them to advance their creative career.”
Jane MacFarlane
CEO