The Nearness of You - Sally Cameron Sings Live at Foundry616 #3

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An intimate live solo performance from vocalist Sally Cameron singing the jazz standard The Nearness of You.

This is one song in a series from a solo concert by Sally Cameron at Sydney jazz club, Foundry616 on March 18th, 2017.

Vocalist: Sally Cameron
Pianist: Matt McMahon
Trumpeter: Todd Hardy
Music: Hoagy Carmichael
Lyrics: Ned Washington
Video Production: Andrew Piper
Venue: Foundry 616

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Multi ARIA award-winning singer, SALLY CAMERON, is one of Australia's finest and most versatile vocalists.

Having performed thousands of times at events ranging from exclusive private functions through to world-class concert halls, Sally's voice has taken her from the Sydney Opera House to venues in Finland, Germany, Sweden, New York, Copenhagen, Seoul, Vancouver, Doha and Tokyo to name a few.

She has performed alongside Barry Humphries (AKA Dame Edna Everage), Katie Noonan, Tina Arena, Guy Sebastian, Kate Ceberano, James Morrison, Marina Prior, Gordon Goodwin, Emma Pask, Teddy Tahu-Rhodes, The Manhattan Transfer, David Campbell, with the Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestras.

For the 10 years Sally was a member of Australia's premier professional a cappella group, The Idea of North (TION), she recorded seven albums, four of which received an ARIA nomination and two that won the ARIA for Best Jazz Album.

Sally captivates audiences with her sweet tone, incredible accuracy and emotional subtlety. A four octave vocal range, great comedic timing and an approachable demeanour ensures a lively and entertaining interaction with her audiences of all ages.

Years of classical and jazz vocal training whilst studying various musical instruments has shaped her into a versatile musician and vocal educator. Her solid involvement in the Australian music industry is testament to her wide-ranging experience in ensembles spanning from choirs to rock bands.

Besides performing, Sally also enjoys many teaching and adjudicating engagements.

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MATT MCMAHON is a Sydney based pianist, keyboardist and composer. Having studied music and English literature at Sydney University and jazz studies at the NSW Conservatorium of music, he has been actively performing and recording music since 1993.

Matt has performed and recorded with many musicians and groups in addition to Vince Jones, including Dale Barlow, Sandy Evans, Joe Tawadros, Katie Noonan, Daorum, Baecastuff, Guy Strazz, Steve Hunter, Phil Slater and Jackie Orszaczky. He was the winner of the 1999 National Jazz award at the Wangaratta festival of Jazz and was the recipient of the 2005 Freedman Jazz Fellowship.

As well as performing in concerts and festivals nationally and internationally with a variety of groups, Matt leads groups under his own name. He has recorded two critically acclaimed albums and co-leads The Band of Five Names – a collaborative ensemble with Phil Slater and Simon Barker (with three albums).

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TODD HARDY is a Sydney freelance professional jazz musician, playing Trumpet and Flugel horn.
Todd is a graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and has been performing profestsionally for over 20 years in Australia as well as numerous tours to Europe and Asia.

Todd has a residency at the Star Casino with his Jazz trio, performs with his 13 piece "Swing Orchestra" as well as regular performances with Monica Trapaga, Rhonda Burchmore, the Dan Barnett Big Band, The Unity Hall Jazz band and George Washingmachine.

Other career highlights have included recording and/or performing with Grace Knight, Judy Bailey, James Morrison, INXS, Midnight Oil (USA), Barbara Morrison (USA), Culture Club (UK), Jimmy Barnes and Doug Parkinson.

Todd was also the Musical Director for the ABC Television program "O'Loghlin on Saturday Night" and other television work has included the X Factor, Australian Idol and the Channel Nine Footy Show.

Todd has also undertaken a great deal of studio recording work for film soundtracks, radio and television advertising jingles for companies
both in Australia and overseas.