We’re Sweet Ade, a six piece Melbourne based jazz band with an unusual, colourful range of instruments and a broad, diverse repertoire. Between us we play recorders, reeds (soprano and tenor saxophones, clarinet), guitar, mandolin, drums, washboard, ukulele, bass guitar and vocals. Our music ranges from familiar jazz standards to early Australian jazz, as well as a miscellany of tunes from jazz and elsewhere, all interpreted in our idiosyncratic, cheerful and energetic style. We released our first CD in 2016, entitled Sweet Ade: Celebrating Ade Monsbourgh and the Recorder. We’ve had very positive feedback and considerable radio airplay, including the prestigious Jim McLeod’s Jazz on Saturday (PBS FM) and ABC’s Jazz Track. We’re available for a wide range of events and settings including: • weddings • corporate events • functions • parties • concert style shows including house concerts • festivals • community events • aged care facilities • wineries • restaurants • indoor and outdoor venues • all age groups from children to mature age adults We’re highly experienced in varying our style and atmosphere depending on the specific needs of an event, such as: • Laid back semi-acoustic background music to create a relaxed ambience • Music to create a lively, happy, upbeat atmosphere • Music that’s not too loud to drown out conversations • Interesting tunes to listen to • Music to get all age groups up onto the dance floor • Tunes with special appeal for children • Singalongs • Special requests