Steve Hunter Band Playing at Tuggeranong Arts Centre

Overview

Steve Hunter will electrify the Tuggeranong, when he brings his stella band to perform at the Jazz Haus Canberra at Tuggeranong Arts Centre. Featuring Matt McMahon on keys, Gordon Rytmeister on drums and guitarist Ben Hauptmann, The Steve Hunter band will perform a mix of Hunter's original compositions, plus interpretations of music by icons like Chick Corea and Miles Davis. They are also be offering a master class before the concert.

Virtuoso bassist, prolific composer, Steve Hunter formed his first band at age 18 in 1978 and has had a band ever since. He has released ten albums of his original music, and contributed compositions and recorded with dozens of other artists and bands. His music draws inspiration from jazz, Latin, African, and funk styles. He has released several solo albums, including Cosmos and Before the Lights Go Out.

Before the concert, all four members of the Steve Hunter Band will present a master class on individual instrument techniques for electric bass, piano, guitar and drums as well as elements of working with a group such as improvising, live performance, and learning and development of material.