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Dynamic Ukulele Duo
The Jazzuleles, Cairns premiere ukuele duo are available for hire.
They'll bring the pizzazz to your next event with masterful playing, stunning harmonies, innovation in original music, crisp sound & a great sense of humour.
This is the group you hire to bring that cool tropical vibe to your cafe, restaurant or your next important private / corporate event.
SUMMARY
The Jazzuleles (aka The Js) are Alison & Shirley-Ann a ukulele duo from Cairns, Australia. With Celtic & Polynesian ancestry, music is in their blood! These ladies put the FUN into community ukulele wherever they go. The Js are polished professional musicians with a diverse covers repertoire, original music, merchandise & an awesome stage presence. You can trust The Jazzuleles to bring terrific value for your event dollar.
VOLUNTEER WORK
The Jazzuleles volunteer their time to host an online ukulele jam via Zoom. With a global community regular participants tune in from Australia, NZ, USA, Canada & Europe. Anyone can join our Facebook group - 'The Jazzulels In-house Ukulele Jam'
MC / STAGE MANAGEMENT
The Jazzuleles are seasoned MCs & stage managers who love helping acts on/off stage to ensure a smooth show.
PERFORMERS
We love what we do & work hard at it. In 2020 we performed 52 virtual gigs, 14 live gigs & one festival. We released 6 singles and a debut album. In 2021 our schedule includes 60 Virtual Gigs, 25 live gigs, 1 tour in Qld & South Australia, 5 festivals & the release of an EP & Album.
ROVING MINSTRELS
The Js love to connect with community. We're happy sharing music roving through markets, sitting under a tree or serenading passers-by in any location that’s looking to create a happy atmosphere & positive tropical vibe!
SONGWRITERS
The Jazzuleles are inspired creatives. All original music was written by Shirley-Ann & Alison. Shirley-Ann is involved in several songwriting hubs including I Heart Songwriting Club, Wax Lyrical (Cairns) & the Australian Songwriters Conference.
WEDDING SINGERS
Bring a tropical calm to your special day with the soaring happy notes of ukulele. Our wedding setlist is best played in an intmate setting indoors , outdoors, in forests or beaches. We'll play your requests to make sure the Bride & Groom can kick the celebrations of in style before the big party breaks out!
WORKSHOP TEACHERS
The Jazzuleles are proficient players & teachers of ukulele. They aim to build confidence, skill and inspiration in all levels of community player. Swing, Bossa Nova, Gypsy Jazz & Reggae are their most popular intermediate and advanced workshops but non players are inspired and motivated to keep playing once they have completed a Beginners Workshop. Click the link to view videos & testimonies from The Jazzuleles Uketorium 2021
Workshops
Dynamic Strumming Reggae
Swing Jazz
Songwriting for Ukulele
Chords
Tabs &
Fingerpicking
Teaching All Levels
Festivals
Media Release
2020: Watch The Js @ 1.06:31 sec
June 1st 2021 ABC Far North Qld
March 1st 2021 ABC Far North Qld
The Jazzuleles proudly support Couch Wellness Centre, Cairns
THE JAZZULELES
Stage Setup
2 Ukuleles - x2 DI
2 Microphone & Stands (iPads x2)
1 Beat Buddy - x1 DI
1 Stomp Pedal - x1 DI
1 Electric Violin (optional) x1 DI
1 Tower Speaker
1 (8) Channel Mixer (if required)
1 Stool
1 Banner (1.8m)
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
2021 - 2022 Duck For Cover
OUR GOALS 2021
- Continue hosting a weekly online global Ukulele Jam
- Perform at 3 Music Festivals
- Promote & support local buisnesses who support live music
- Release an original music EP in May
- Release an Album of original instrumentals in October
- Support events that promote cancer research & post cancer wellness
- Support local & regional councils in community events
- Tour Regional Queensland with a travelling ukulele mini ukefestival
We are expecting 2021 to be full of hard work, success & fun. Stay safe & happy out there & thank you all for your support❤️ The J's.