Tony Barnard
Tony comes from a family of musicians, a Jazz dynasty. His father is legendary Aussie Trumpet player Bob Barnard his uncle was Len Barnard, famous drummer and raconteur.
He has performed all over the world and recently returned to Australia after 25 years in the UK, where he performed regularly at Ronnie Scott’s and other top London jazz venues. Before leaving for the UK, Tony had appeared at most of Australia's jazz festivals, accompanied visiting jazz and international jazz and show-biz stars, won 'best guitarist' polls, formed Australia's first 5-guitar big band 'Interplay', led his own bands, and worked as musical director on cruise ships.
Tony has a diverse range of albums to his name (43 and counting) ranging from jazz to blues, classical, world and Ambient, and has played with a wide range of artists from The Australian Chamber Orchestra and The BBC Concert Orchestra, to Cliff Richard and Barry Humphries just to name a few, along with having performed for royalty, movie stars and musical legends.
He won the international song writing competition in 2013 with his piece “Bunyips” and one of a handful of people worldwide, who has mastered the 21 string Harp Guitar.
Coming up:
We have a terrific line-up of stars appearing with our wonderful Jazz band every Wednesday evening!
Sept 28 - Tony Barnard
Oct 5 - Edo Santoni
Oct 12 - Rebekka Neville
Oct 19 - TBC
Oct 26 - George Washingmachine
A fabulous line-up - not to be missed on any super Wednesday night, but book early to ensure seats. Limited tickets available.
Shows start at 7:00pm until 9.30pm. Bar always open of course!
TICKET INFORMATION
$20 Single Ticket
Dinner from 6.30pm, Show 7pm - 9.30pm.
Alfonso’s Pasta Special - $18
Option of two pasta dishes, pre-booking essential
TO PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS PLEASE CALL 9918 3231 or VISIT THE CLUB DURING TRADING HOURS.
* All pre-purchased tickets must be purchased by 4:30pm on day of performance. Limited tickets available at the door.