Three musicians performing live jazz on stage in a club setting, featuring two acoustic guitar players and an upright bassist, with a 'Jazz Club' sign visible in the background.

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Che Belle Corde! Swinging on the Strings Jazz Concert

Sat, 17 Oct, 6:00 pm

Italian Strings of Jazz celebrates the extraordinary influence of Italian-American guitarists on the evolution of jazz. Led by Melbourne guitarist Adam Russo, the performance traces the legacy of pioneers such as Eddie Lang, Nick Lucas, Bucky Pizzarelli and Joe Pass, blending early jazz with the charm of Italian musical traditions. A tribute to the musicians whose artistry helped shape one of the world's greatest musical genres.

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Adam Russo

Melbourne guitarist working in jazz manouche, playing in the style of 1930s players such as Django Reinhardt and Eddie Lang — often solo, on a 1946 Gibson ES-300. He has been part of Melbourne's gypsy jazz and traditional jazz scenes for over a decade, performing with Catfish, Skiffle Party and Dai Ciccio, and released the album Tiny Moments in 2024.