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Jazz Harbingers

Active since: 2017

Based in Melbourne, The Jazz Harbingers is the premier tribute band to Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers in the country. The Jazz Harbingers draw heavily on influences from albums like Moanin', Indestructible and Free For All, seeking to capture the energy of Art Blakey's multigenerational all-star band and convey its old school sensibilities to the Melbourne scene.

Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers is among the most prolific, seminal and iconic bands in jazz history. Running for a total of 35 years, the band has featured and mentored countless world-famous musicians, including Freddie Hubbard, Clifford Brown, Wayne Shorter, Lee Morgan, Benny Golson, and Cedar Walton.

Justin Foster

Born: 1995

Justin is a multi-instrumentalist. His instrument of choice is the Tenor Saxophone, but he also plays the Alto Sax, Clarinet, Flute, as well as several non-woodwind instruments. For example for several years, he has performed at the Londsdale Street Greek Festival playing the Baglamadaki.

Justin composes, arranges and improvises in a variety of styles but with a particular focus on jazz. He has a Bachelor of Music Degree in Jazz Performance.

Due to his versatility, Justin has performed in Pit Orchestras (reed book) for musicals such as 'Urinetown: The Musical', 'Pirates of Penzance', and 'Thoroughly Modern Millie'.