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Catherine Summers is one of Perths premier vocalists, Galas, sellout concerts, festivals, tours and travelling internationally with her music. She’s become known as crossover jazz meets modern singer performing everything from the high end great American songbook jazz collection through to modern jazz fusion and more.
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16. August
Hidden Heroines, Lesser Known Legends - The Ellington
Step into the ambiance of a bygone era where jazz reigns supreme and the spotlight shines on the unsung heroines of the genre. “Hidden Heroines” is a concert experience that pays homage to the remarkable yet often overlooked “other” female jazz singers who played alongside or paved the way for icons like Ella Fitzgerald, Blossom Dearie, Nancy Wilson, and Sarah Vaughan.
An evening of shing the light on talents perhaps not as well-known but who deserve their rightful place in the halls of jazz fame. You may or may not know some of them.
From the haunting melodies of Anita O’Day to the ethereal enchantment of Abbey Lincoln, each performer adds her own unique flavour. Lurking in the shadows are the likes of songs from Dakota Stanton with My Funny Valentine, Lurlean Hunter’s ‘April In Paris’, Etta Jones’ with I Love Paris.
12. September
Catherine Summers Quartet Presents
Jazz Memories with Auntie Pat - The Duke of George
An unmissable night of jazz favourites with some of Perth’s finest.
Join me for an evening of jazz favourites to The Duke of George, featuring timeless standards from The Great American Songbook and beloved classics by Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Anita O’Day, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Nina Simone, and more.
Helping curate this wonderful evening is Auntie Pat who has loved Catherine’s music and style since the very beginning. Now in her 90s, and following Catherine’s career Auntie Pat’s favourites from her vast repertoire include classics such as I’ve Got You Under My Skin, What A Difference A Day Makes, Cheek To Cheek, What A Wonderful World and many more.
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E N S E M B L E S
Catherine has four main ensemble styles and vibes. Her reimagined ensembles where jazz meets modern, a vast selection of french classics from Edith Piaf and more, a huge repertoire of classic jazz standards and finally, Summers Sound System a modern pop band of dancefloor songs.
R E I M A G I N E D
JAZZ MEETS MODERN
Trio and 6-PIece ensembles. An intimate elegant café del mar evening of jazz! Immerse yourself in a jazz meets modern never heard before. This is jazz ‘like a version’ where old jazz standards meet modern pop.
It’s REIMAGINED.
A SUMMERS NIGHT IN PARIS
6-PIece band performing infamous French classics, Songs from Edith Piaf, Josephine Baker, Charles Trenet, Django Rhinhardt, Sindney Bechet and more.
CLASSIC JAZZ
DUO, TRIO, QUARTET
The classic jazz ensemble songs from Great American Songbook perfect for any event. Greats from Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and many more from a repertoire of 250+ songs.
SUMMERS
SOUND
SYSTEM
A 6-Piece Party Band with a difference. Non-stop hits. A high-energy band with all the pop classics with a sprinkling of Motown right through to today's hits.
B I O
“Not just a cracking vocalist, Summers’ art and craft as host is equally commendable, with something of an earthy Amy Winehouse under all those sequins”
Christopher H James – The Music Online
Perth jazz singer and bandleader Catherine Summers is widely known as a ‘delight to watch’. She’s acclaimed for her unique dulcet, versatile voice and her down-to-earth, engaging stage presence. There is an ‘instantly familiar’ vibe people have described about her that they can't seem to put their finger on - like you've known her for ages.
The UK-born Australian Singer burst onto the music scene in 2009 and has since established herself as one of the city’s most in-demand performers - a performer of choice at top venues, festivals and high-end functions.
Enjoy a broad repertoire of jazz from standards from The Great American Song book, a selection of songs from artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Anita O’Day, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Nina Simone and more in every performance. Catherine’s list of French classics is vast with an impressive collection of Edith Piaf songs such as Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien, La Vie En Rose is a delight.
Catherine has an impressive career with many accolades and great reviews. She continues to be a sell-out artist and has a versatility and charisma unlike any other. With the accompaniment of some of Perth's most treasured musicians, every performance is a special one. Authenticity, warmth and kindness is something Catherine prides herself on, on and off stage in both her music and herself.
Her recent album and performances have been tasteful reimagining’s of popular modern music into a variety of jazz styles – breathing fresh jazz life into pop favourites, unlike any other. Enjoy a vast list of songs weaved in to some performances, songs such as like ‘Sweet Dreams’ The Eurythmics, Elton Johns ‘Bennie and The Jets’ and more. Check here and listen to her 2023 album ‘APRICITY’.
“Summers is an extraordinary singer; she looks for the offbeat emphasis and unusual lines that weave through the rhythms of a song. Her syncopation is very sophisticated” - Ian Lilburne, X-Press Magazine
Catherine’s vocals have been likened to a mixture of deep raspy Amy Winehouse soft mellow breathy Diana Krall right through to powerful bluesy Joss Stone - an Australian Adele. She never fails to deliver playful swinging spirited live-music.
“Not just a cracking vocalist, Summers’ art and craft as host is equally commendable, with something of an earthy Amy Winehouse under all those sequins” Christopher H James – The Music Online
"The ever-reliable Summers displays her lovely intonation and impeccable phrasing with panache - and she looks dressed to thrill." Australian Stage
A SUMMERS NIGHT IN PARIS
Growing up surrounded by the French language and living in France for short spell, the Australian (ex UK) singers unique and stylish French performances have grown into something else Catherine has become known for... click here to listen to 'Charles Trenet's 'Que Reste-T-Il de Nos Amours.