GREEN, EVANS, van der SCHYFF (Sydney/Melbourne) – Debut/Album launch

Even Quiet Embers Carry Fire is the debut album of the collaboration of the Sydney pair of guitarist Jess Green and saxophonist Sandy Evans, with Melbourne-based drummer Dylan van der Schyff. It is a deeply attentive exploration that evokes experiences of space and nature, through shifting patterns of light, sound, and feeling. The trio draws on shared sensibilities spanning ambient music, noise, and free jazz, creating music that unfolds patiently and with quiet intensity. All three artists bring deep histories in improvisation and experimental music. Jess Green is a genre-defying guitarist whose work spans jazz, new music and contemporary classical contexts. Sandy Evans OAM is one of Australia’s most revered saxophonists and composers, with a four-decade career marked by innovation, collaboration and international recognition. Dylan van der Schyff is a globally respected drummer whose work bridges texture, rhythm and sound design across avant-garde traditions. Together, Even Quiet Embers Carry Fire offers music of restraint and power – a reminder that subtle forces can still carry immense energy. Jess Green (guitar/electronics), Sandy Evans (saxophones) and Dylan van der Schyff (drums/percussion) Presented by The Melbourne Jazz Co-operative: The Melbourne Jazz Co-operative is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting and promoting original live jazz performance by established and emerging artists in Melbourne. Since 1983 our objectives have been to increase the exposure of contemporary jazz performance by making it accessible to audiences, and to provide award waged performance opportunities for emerging and established artists. In addition to support derived from member contributions, the MJC is assisted by the Victorian Government, through Creative Victoria, via its Arts Development Programs. MJC was assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body from 1983-2017 inclusive, and was delighted to receive Australia Council funding of $60,000 for our 2019 program. The MJC received $40,000 from the Australia Council over the 2021/2022 Financial Year, and was pleased to received a grant of $75,341