The WA Youth Jazz Orchestra brings its 2025 season to a spectacular close with an unmissable night of jazz under the stars at The Quarry Amphitheatre on Saturday November 22. Featuring all three of its big bands – Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Night Orchestras – this annual concert is a must-see event on the jazz calendar.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Bold Park Reserve, WAYJO showcases the standout moments from the year’s performances, from swinging big band classics to contemporary jazz arrangements. After a year of intense work, these bands, whose musicians are aged 14 to 25, are at their peak, delivering a night of energy, passion, and world-class musicianship under the musical direction of WAYJO’s Artistic Director and Wednesday Night Orchestra Leader Gemma Farrell.
The setlist includes: “Don’t Be That Way”, “I Ain’t Got Nothing But the Blues”, “Almost Like Being in Love”, “Bye Bye Blackbird”, “The Nearness of You”, “All of Me”, “I Can’t Give You Anything but Love” and “I’ve Got the World on a String. From smoky blues to sparkling swing, every song is a chapter in a night you’ll never forget.
Artistic Director Gemma Farrell said: “For over 40 years, the WA Youth Jazz Orchestra (WAYJO) has been the launching pad for countless musical careers. Our three big bands bring together the state’s most promising young performers aged 14-25 years, creating an electric environment where raw talent meets professional mentorship. Each year culminates in our spectacular Quarry Concert, a dazzling celebration of youth, artistry, and the sheer power of live big band jazz under the stars. From intimate local gigs to international stages, WAYJO doesn’t just teach jazz – we live it, breathe it, and perform it with the boundless energy that only youth can bring.”
Bring a picnic, grab a spot in the amphitheatre, and soak up the sounds of WA’s next generation of jazz talent. The Limestone Café will be open on the night, and pre-ordered picnic hampers are available.
Tickets are general admission, $25 Student and concession, $45 adults and $120 for a family of four available at humanitix – arrive early to secure your spot!
Show Time: 7:30pm-9:30pm
Gates Open: 6:30pm Venue: Quarry Amphitheatre, 1 Waldron Dr, City Beach
