About us
This group is for anyone interested in supporting the vibrant Wellington live music scene. We started with jazz gigs but now include blues, soul, and funk bands since they are all musically related, plus reggae 'cos I like it.
If you are keen on a gig, RSVP, and look out for other members. Having someone to sit with can make the evening more social.
One final point. Most people are there to listen to the performer, so please hold your chat until a break in the music.
I look forward to meeting you, Andy
Upcoming events
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Oscar Lavën's Elegant Calamity Orchestra
The Rogue & Vagabond, 18 Garrett Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington, NZYou could drop the needle on any spot and find satisfying, thoroughly involving music. - London Jazz News
An effusive endorsement of New Zealand’s music scene - The List UK
This is a coming together which should be repeated on a regular basis, featuring music deserving of a wide audience. - Jazz Journal
After releasing their recent album 'Elegant Calamity' to a warm international reception and playing to several sold-out crowds, the Elegant Calamity Orchestra makes its return to the Rogue and Vagabond! Led by flamboyant saxophonist Oscar Lavën, the Elegant Calamity Orchestra drawing together a vibrant collection of all-star musicians from various backgrounds under one roof, drawing influence from early American swing, blues, classical music, French cinema, spiritual jazz, and 50’s bar-walking rock and roll saxophone.
Prepare to be swept into a surreal, cinematic world by the Elegant Calamity Orchestra; strings, woodwinds, brass, virtuosic percussionists and a deep-digging rhythm section, combining kaleidoscopic orchestral colours with the dangerous spontaneity of a small group. A momentous performance not to be missed.
9pm Downbeat.
Tickets $201 attendee
Past events
2025
