So what are the Arié Awards? Cool, sophisticated jazz vocals and saxophone/flute, combined with a variety of instruments, all played by some of the finest jazz musicians in Australia. What sort of music do they play? The group plays the music of the jazz greats including Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, Louis Armstrong, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Mel Torme, Ella Fitzgerald, etc. Sophisticated and totally listenable jazz perfect for any occasion. What size is the band and which instruments? The size of the band and the instrumentation is variable and can adapt to suit the occasion. The band is available as a duo featuring vocals/saxophone and guitar or piano, as a trio adding the double bass and up to a quintet which can include drums/percussion, trumpet or other horn. What experience do the band members have? Steve Arié, leader of the group, has performed with countless Australian greats including DIG, Dale Barlow, Pardon Me Boys, Bernie McGann, Ten Part Invention, Martin Plaza, Frank Bennett, Wanderlust, Gyan, MARA and The Real Mexico. He has toured both nationally and internationally including two performances at the prestigious Chicago Jazz Festival, The Hothouse Jazz Club Chicago, The Kennedy Centre for Performing Arts (USA), Edinburgh Fringe Festival (Scotland), Ruhrfestspiele (Germany), and jazz and music festivals throughout Australia. Only the finest and most experienced Sydney jazz musicians make up the rest of the band. How can I get in contact to make a booking? To make a booking or if you require any further information please don't hesitate to contact myself, Steve Arié on (02) 9314 0723 or 0402 117 3423. For further information and audio clips please visit our other website "The Jazz Professionals". I look forward to speaking to you and helping make your upcoming event a total success.