The Ava McDermott Trio seeks your presence for a night of musical exploration and intimacy at the Wesley Anne. There will be blues, there will be standards, there will be original compositions and folk tunes!

Ava McDermott is a vocalist and composer from Naarm (Melbourne). Proficient in both classical and jazz styles, Ava is a versatile musician, drawing from a range of musical traditions and techniques with a significant focus on improvisation. 

She will be joined by the exceptionally talented Claire Abougelis (double bass) and Jack Marken (guitar) to create emotive and exciting improvised music, playing authentically and presently. 

Support by Rory Newman:

Rory Newman is a singer, songwriter and guitarist based in Naarm/Melbourne. His music blends elements of folk, blues and jazz amongst other contemporary styles. His songwriting draws from both personal experience & more broadly from folklore, history and Australian culture.