Spectra Jazz Orchestra

Spectra Jazz Orchestra, formerly The Young Women’s Jazz Orchestra, is a dynamic large ensemble championing young women and gender diverse musicians aged 16-24.

Under the expert leadership of award-winning trumpet player Ellen Kirkwood, Spectra musicians come together to explore jazz, hone their improvisation talents and perform as a dynamic large ensemble.

The concert features six works by Australian composers, including band member and budding composer Katie Bombardieri, and offers a taste of their latest album ‘Supernova’.

Presented by Johnston St Jazz.

• Director | Ellen Kirkwood

• Katie Bombardieri | Lead Alto Sax

• Damia O'Loughlin | Alto Sax 2

• Emma Chau | Tenor Sax 1

• Sam Cheng | Tenor Sax 2

• Alyse Meacham | Bari Sax

• Tash Benham | Lead Trumpet

• Abi Marshall | Trumpet 2

• Olivia Diamant | Trumpet 3

• Maya Lecuna | Trombone 1

• Olivia Bryant | Trombone 2

• Romy Dobbie | Trombone 3

• Adrianna Cicchitelli | Guitar

• Julia Vlahogiannis | Piano

• Beth Roche | Electric Bass

• Nea Fosrlund | Drums