Name: Merribek Quintet Meets The Ramblers for a Groove-Filled Afternoon
Start: 2026-05-03T06:00:00+10:00
End: 2026-05-03T09:00:00+10:00
Location: 16-22 Cross St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

Merribek Quintet Meets The Ramblers for a Groove-Filled Afternoon

Settle into a laid-back afternoon where the Merribek Quintet and The Ramblers bring their distinctive sounds together in one seamless groove. Expect a rich blend of modern jazz flavours and classic swing, trading melodies, lifting the tempo, and creating that effortless feel that makes an afternoon drift by just a little too quickly.
Cross Street Music Hall
16-22 Cross street, Brunswick
Free Parking
Free entry
Kids friendly
A range of drinks at the bar
Donation box
Merribek Quintet (4.15-5.15pm)
A five-piece ensemble, the Merribek Quintet brings a modern jazz sensibility grounded in melody, space, and subtle interplay. With a sound that leans into rich harmonies and expressive phrasing, the group moves seamlessly between laid-back grooves and more exploratory moments—always with a strong sense of feel and connection. It’s jazz that invites you in, rewards a close listen, and lingers long after the last note.
The Ramblers (5.30-6.45pm)
A larger ensemble, The Ramblers deliver classic swing with style, warmth, and a touch of mischief. Rooted in the golden era of jazz while tapping into the soul and time-tested formulas of New Orleans traditions, their sound carries echoes of second line rhythms and street-parade energy. Built for movement—whether a gentle foot tap or a full dance floor—they combine tight arrangements, punchy horns, and an easy rapport with the audience to create that unmistakable, feel-good atmosphere of a true groove-filled afternoon.