Bob Sedergreen & friends - Music at the Geelong Botanic Gardens

Bob and Mal Sedergreen are well known jazz and blues identities in Melbourne’s live music scene. Both have performed locally and internationally at concerts and major jazz festivals. Ivan Rosa is an experienced, driving and empathetic bassist whose association with Bob, spans decades, involving many live gigs, residencies and recordings. Mark Voogd is a driving drummer due to his ability to handle most musical situations but especially his affinity of propulsive jazz time a la Jimmy Cobb.

Bob’s special guest, Rohan Wallis, is perhaps one of Melbourne’s most eclectic musicians. A handy trumpeter/flugelhornist, a swinging and relaxed vocal delivery and in demand DJ. His influences include as well as jazz, electronic music and progressive and post-modern music. Rohan always connects with his audience. 

As an added attraction joining the band will be vocalist Chantal Mitvalsky, an ember of the popular Melbourne group Cannonball. Bob knows that Chantal will be able to compliment the band with her vibe presence and powerful delivery .

Whatever these musicians choose to play at The Botanical Gardens will reflect their years of dedication to the playing and teaching of music.

About Bob Sedergreen:

Bob Sedergreen's high regard and position in Australian music is unquestionable. His impact and influence in performance, composition and education for over half a century has secured his place as a national treasure. Bob has won the respect and admiration of recognised talents both in Australia and internationally. People like Jimmy Witherspoon, Nat Adderley and Phil Woods, to name but a few. Australian artists include: Brian Brown (OA), Allan Browne (OA) Don Burrows (OA), Ted Vining and Judy Jacques. Bob has also appeared in concert with all time greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Milt Jackson. 

He has been described by colleague Dr. Tony Gould as the world’s best Blues pianist.

To play with Bob Sedergreen has been described as the "ultimate armchair ride".  "To hear him is always exciting and satisfying" - Adrian Jackson, The Age.

Bob Sedergreen - official website

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BYO Alcohol is permitted at events. The Geelong Botanic Gardens have asked us to explain to you that as this is a sensitive area and a botanical garden, certain chairs and rugs are prohibited. Please see FAQ’s for more information. Stage seating is available for those that can't afford the specific chairs.