Lee Orszaczky – “Mosaic Jazz Collective (MJC)”

After being named the 2024 FineMusicFM Jazz Artists in Residence, Mosaic Jazz Collective returns to Foundry616 for an explosive night of original Australian music.

The Mosaic Jazz Collective, a vibrant 10-piece contemporary jazz ensemble is rapidly emerging as an exciting force in the Sydney jazz scene. Mosaic specialise in all-original compositions commissioned both from members of the band and hand-picked young composers from a diverse background culminating in a fresh and innovative sound spanning a broad array of genres.

“Mosaic performs and composes with youthful, explorative energy, delivering an exhilarating jazz experience. They are sure to become a popular jazz outfit on the Australian music scene!” – Dr. Kevin Hunt, Sydney Conservatorium of Music 

“[Mosaic] gives me great hope for the future of creative original music in Australia, hearing younger musicians brave enough to present it with dedication and Enthusiasm!” – James Ryan, Sonic Mayhem & The Subterraneans

Personnel:

Saxophones: Gabriella Hill, Mina Johansson, Lachlan Eggert, Chiara Minotto

Brass: Josh Hunter, Braden Clarke, Lee Orszaczky

Rhythm: Ravi Trachtenberg Ray, James Watt, Matt Simmonds