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Mid shot of Don Glori holding his bass on a dark stage with a single spotlight

jazz, funk, RnB, samba, contemporary original

Don Glori

Friday 16th October 2026

Nexus Arts

UK-based Don Glori returns to Australia with one show only in Adelaide, performing his cool blend of jazz, funk, soul and samba live in a 4-piece band.

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Kristin Berardi, Sandy Evans, Jenny Barnes and Andrea Keller sitting together smiling

vocals, contemporary, original

Resonance: Barnes, Berardi, Evans, Keller

Saturday 17 October 2026

Nexus Arts

Resonance brings together four world-renowned improviser-composers who use their collective voice to shatter against the glass ceiling.

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Head shot of musician BIGYUKI wearing a hooded black top

jazz funk, contemporary original

Japan Jazz Nights: BIGYUKI

Sunday 18 October 2026

Oddio

AIJF Presents is proud to bring Japan Jazz Nights to Adelaide, with one show only featuring New York-based keyboardist, synthesiser virtuoso, and composer - BIGYUKI

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AIJF Presents

Throughout the year, the AIJF presents national and international artists to South Australian audiences. This October, we have 3 exclusive national and international acts as a 'taster' for AIJF 2027:

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Previous AIJF Presents

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Improvised jazz

Wolfert Brederode and Joost Lijbaart

29 October 2025

Scott Theatre

Co-presented by Hal’s Hall & Elder Con Jazz, an exclusive Adelaide performance from renowned Dutch duo.

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Vocals/upright bass

Kristin Berardi and Sam Anning

26 October 2025

Hal’s Hall

Co-presented by Hal’s Hall & Elder Con Jazz, an exclusive Adelaide performance by two of Australia’s finest jazz artists.

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About the 2026 program

“We’ve curated this year’s program to highlight the richness of South Australia’s jazz scene while welcoming inspiring voices from around the world. Adelaide audiences appreciate authenticity and bold creativity, so every performance offers something uniquely exciting. Our hope is that this festival encourages people to discover new artists, celebrate local talent, and experience how jazz continues to evolve.”

Kaya Blum, Creative Director

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