Following on from their successful sold-out show last year, Sydney's 17-piece Sirens Big Band reunite with oud virtuoso, Mohamed Youssef, to present new music for big band and Arabic oud. There will be original music from Youssef and Sirens band members, as well as traditional Arabic music.

Egyptian born, Arabic oud virtuoso, Mohamed Youssef trained as a classical pianist from a young age, migrating to Australia in 1990 where he studied jazz at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Attached to the richness of the Egyptian culture and the traditional Arabic music, Youssef has developed a strong passion for the oud and has been performing and teaching for over 15 years.

Known for their exciting and engaging live shows, Sirens melds jazz with Middle Eastern, Latin and African grooves, creating original big band music from composers within and outside the band. Led by bassist Jessica Dunn, the ensemble also features Ellen Kirkwood (JRMA winner, Mister Ott, Captain Kirkwood, Fat Yahoozah), Loretta Palmeiro (Spyglass Gypsies) and Lauren Benson (That Red Head, Drummer Queens).

Sirens have performed at many major festival across Australia including Parramasala, Sydney Festival (2011, 2012), Brisbane Festival, Darling Harbour Jazz and Blues Festival with Jeff Duff, and SIMA International Women's Jazz Festival with US saxophonist, Claire Daly.

Saxophones - Loretta Palmeiro (lead), Rebecca Grubb, Ruth Wells, Harrison Harding, Philipa Murphy-Haste

Trombones - Rose Foster (lead), Emma-Rose Riley (trombone/congas), Rosie Woods, Rosie Marks-Smith (bass bone)

Trumpets - Claire Hollander (lead), Ellen Kirkwood, Lisa Gori, Heather Prowse

Rhythm Section - Jessica Dunn (bass), Emma-Grace Stephenson (piano), Lauren Benson (drums/vocals)

Special Guest - Mohamed Youssef (oud)

TICKETING INFO
Dinner & Show tickets include entry, seating and 2 course meal.

Dinner & Show tickets are only available via Moshtix.

Some Dinner & Show Bookings may be on a shared table. Please let us know at the time of the booking as a special request should you prefer not to share, and subject to availability we'll do our best to accommodate your request. Note it is not possible to join ticket holders together across ticket groups (meaning A Reserve ticket holders cannot sit with B Reserve etc).

A RESERVE Dinner & Show + Beverage Package also includes a selection of Premium Red & White Wine + Local and Imported Tap Beers excluding Asahi, and is available by exclusive table service to A Reserve Ticket Holders from Doors to Show Time (usually 1930 - 2230). *RSA and conditions apply

DOORS OPEN AT 7.00PM
MUSIC STARTS AFTER DINNER SERVICE, AROUND 8.30PM
SET TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FROM SHOW TO SHOW

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
When General Admission Ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door on the night.

All patrons must be over the age of 18

Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable
(applies to both Standing and Dinner sales)

Please ensure you bring photo ID as proof of age

A booking fee applies to all advance tickets. (All quoted prices include tax).

Dress is Smart/Casual at Manager's discretion. No thongs.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Basement has very limited accessibility for patrons with disabilities, however please contact the venue to ensure there is adequate availability for you to enjoy the show comfortably and they can advise on the recommended seating options.

RESTAURANT (GREEN ROOM BAR) 
RESTAURANT HOURS ARE DEPENDENT ON SHOW
Please call The Basement to confirm opening times - (02) 9251 2797

SEATING MAP FOR DINNER & SHOW BOOKINGS
Please Note: tables cannot be joined together. Please ensure everyone you intend to seat at your table is included in your booking to avoid being seated separately. Unfortunately, Dinner & Show bookings are for a minimum of 2 people.

Specific table reservation is not available for this performance. It is the venue's decision as to which table you will be allocated. Whilst the venue would love to give everyone their preferred seats, it is not always possible. We ask that you respect this decision and enjoy the performance.