Ooroo Records

16/03/2024

It's that time... Nicki's Euro '24 tour is here!
Join Nicki throughout Switzerland and Germany with Frank Roberscheuten, Olaf Polziehn and Swingin' Ladies Plus 2 (with Engelbert Wrobel, Paolo Alderighi, Stephanie Trick) as detailed below:

EUROPE SPRING 2024

GERMANY

Thursday, April 4
with Frank Roberscheuten and Olaf Polziehn
Guldental
k-guldental.de/white-house

Friday, April 5
with Frank Roberscheuten and Olaf Polziehn
Hainfeld
hainfeld-atelier.de/

SWITZERLAND

Saturday, April 6
with Frank Roberscheuten and Olaf Polziehn
Affoltern
lamarotte.ch/

Sunday, April 07
with Frank Roberscheuten and Olaf Polziehn
Obererlinsbach
hirschen-erlinsbach.ch/

Monday, April 8
Zug
Nicki Parrott Trio with Frank Roberscheuten and Olaf Thilo Wagner (replaces Olaf Polziehn).
Hide'n Harlekin, Bahnhofstrasse 30.
hidenharlekin.com/ #/

Friday, April 12-Wednesday April 17
Ascona Swing Festival, Ascona
Hotel_Ascona_Swing_Festival_2024

SWINGIN' LADIES PLUS 2:

Thursday, April 18
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
oldtimejazzclub.ch [email protected]
CH-8706 Meilen, Gasthof Löwen, "JürgWille Saal", Seestrasse 595

Friday, Apr 19
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
jazzbuelach.ch
CH-8180 Bülach, "Vetropack Hall Im Guss", Schaffhauserstrasse 106

Saturday, Apr 20
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
jazzclubthalwil.ch [email protected]
CH-8800 Thalwil, Hotel Sedartis Forum, Bahnhofstrasse 16

Sunday, Apr 21
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
jazzclub-zh.ch [email protected]
CH-8340 Hinwil, Gasthof Hirschen, Zürichstrasse 2

GERMANY

Monday Apr 22
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
Im Rahmen der Konzertreihe S-Live in der Kiste
Vorverkaufsstellen: Café und Restaurant Die Kiste und Buchhandlung am Obstmarkt, Obstmarkt 11, 86150 Augsburg.
puppenkiste.com
86150 Augsburg, Augsburger Puppenkiste, Spitalgasse 15

Tuesday, Apr 23
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
Einlass um 17:00h mit der Möglichkeit zum Abendessen, Konzertbeginn um
[email protected]
42853 Remscheid, Restaurant DIE PYRAMIDE, Kirchhofstraße 22

Wednesday, Apr 24
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
jazzfreunde-wildeshausen.de
27793 Wildeshausen, Saal der Musikschule, Burgstraße 17

SWITZERLAND

Friday, Apr 26
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
seetickets.com/ch/event/swingin-ladies-plus-2/salzhaus/2831900
salzhaus-brugg.ch
CH-5200 Brugg, Salzhaus, Schultheissallee

GERMANY

Sunday Apr 28
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
Dein-Ticket.Shop
Vorverkaufsstellen:
AZ Service-Center
Heisinger Straße 14, 87437 Kempten
Tel 0831 206190

bigBOX ALLGÄU Ticketverkauf
Kotterner Straße 62–64, 87435 Kempten
Tel 0831 57055 – 1000

Tourist-Info Immenstadt
Bräuhausplatz 2, 87509 Immenstadt
Tel 08323.998877
klecks.de
87439 Kempten (Allgäu), Brauereigaststätte "zum Stift", Stiftsplatz 1

Monday Apr 29
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
Dein-Ticket.Shop
Vorverkaufsstellen:
AZ Service-Center Heisinger Straße 14,
87437 Kempten
Tel 0831 206190

bigBOX ALLGÄU Ticketverkauf Kotterner Straße 62–64,
87435 Kempten
Tel 0831 57055 – 1000

Tourist-Info Immenstadt Bräuhausplatz 2, 87509 Immenstadt
Tel 08323.998877
klecks.de
87439 Kempten (Allgäu), Brauereigaststätte "zum Stift", Stiftsplatz 1

Tuesday Apr 30
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
puetz-roth.de [email protected]
51465 Bergisch Gladbach, Kürtener Str. 10, Pütz-Roth Bestattungen und Trauerbegleitung

Wednesday, May 01
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
burg-namedy.com [email protected]
56626 Andernach, Burg Namedy

Thursday, May 02
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
eventim.de/event/swinginladies-plus-2-haus-opherdicke-spiegelsaal-18189604/
veranstaltungen.meinestadt.de
59493 Holzwickede, Haus Opherdicke, Dorfstraße 29

Friday, May 03
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
cappellavilladuria.de [email protected]
53249 Düren, Haus der Stadt, Stefan-Schwer-Straße 4

Saturday, May 04
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
kleinmachnow.de [email protected]
14523 Kleinmachnow, Bürgersaal Rathaus, Adolf-Grimme-Ring 10

Wednesday, May 08, 24
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
jazzclub-luebbecke.de [email protected]
32312 Lübbecke, Jazzclub, Ostertorstraße 7

Thursday, May 09
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
bergisch-live.de
Vorverkaufsstellen:
Geschäfststelle des Kulturverein: 02174-670-109 (Mo und Fr 10:00h - 14:00h, auch Anrufbeantworter)
Info-Schalter im Rathaus, Höhestraße 7-9, 51399 Burscheid: 02174-6700 (Mi geschlossen)
Der kleine Hilgener Dorfladen, Köklner Straße 80, 51399 Burscheid: 02174-6661995
FotoFactory, Hauptstraße 30, 51399 Burscheid: 02174-769636
kulturverein-burscheid.de
02174-670-109
51399 Burscheid, Freikirchliche evangelische Gemeinde, Weiherstraße 5

Friday May 10
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
liederbacher-jazzclub.de [email protected]
65835 Liederbach, Kulturscheune, Feldstraße 5

Saturday, May 11
Swingin' Ladies plus 2
birdland.de/programm/vorschau/
birdland.de
86633 Neuburg/Donau, Birdland Jazzclub, Am Karlsplatz A 52

10/03/2024

The birthday girl. Brisbane Jazz Club.

10/03/2024

Nicki's Brisbane Jazz Club Birthday Bash. Last night. Todd Hardy, smashing it!

09/03/2024

Showtime! Sold out. Thank you Brisbane!

09/03/2024

Sound check underway. Birthday bash in 98 minutes…
Brisbane Jazz Club.

03/03/2024

March 9 - Brisbane Jazz Club

Nicki is joined by Steve Russell (piano), Todd Hardy (trumpet) and Dave Sanders (drums) for a birthday evening of jazzy tunes. Songs You Know By Heart - the songs we all know… the ones we sing out loud in the shower, in the car and dance to...when no one is looking 😉
Hope to see you there.

Tickets here:
https://brisbanejazzclub.sales.ticketsearch.com/.../129727

01/03/2024

First impressions: a behind-the-scenes view...
So happy that our video shoot was a huge success thanks to our talented (and patient) performers and crew. Many thanks to Todd Hardy (flugelhorn), Martha Baartz (sax), Shane Hannan (trombone), Reuben Bradley (drums), Steve Russell (piano), Josh and Kye at Jnortheast Films for stellar camera work and a brilliant capture, Rod Bertram (stage sound and lighting) and of course, the always talented and beautiful Nicki Parrott (bass/vocals). Stay tuned for the official release of Arbors Records Nicki Parrott Feelin' Groovy.

29/02/2024

Today's the day! Feb 29, 2024 is the day we capture Nicki's Feelin' Groovy official video. The Arbors Records CD will release on May 3 in the States but the video will preview here, soon. Stay tuned.

27/02/2024

What a weekend! Foundry616 - thanks Craig Scott, DiBird, Roger Merrell and of course, THE Monica Trapaga (with friends Antony and Janice) for coming out.
Then, the Bowral Memorial Hall with a visit from George Golla!
Thank you Andrew Dickeson and Peter Locke for playing beautifully, as always.
See you next time Sydney!

27/02/2024

March 9 - Brisbane Jazz Club

Nicki is joined by Steve Russell (piano), Todd Hardy (trumpet) and Dave Sanders (drums) for a birthday evening of jazzy tunes. Songs You Know By Heart - the songs we all know… the ones we sing out loud in the shower, in the car and dance to...when no one is looking ;)
Hope to see you there.

Tickets here:
https://brisbanejazzclub.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/129727

22/02/2024

Today at noon!

Barry O’Sullivan interviews Nicki LIVE!

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08/02/2024

Bassist and vocalist for the legendary Les Paul for over 10 years, Nicki Parrott has appeared at most of the world’s top jazz venues and festivals to sold-out performances. Recently, she returned home to Australia after 30 years of headlining New York, Japan and Europe.

Now, international recording and touring artist, Nicki Parrott can’t wait to share with you the joy and excitement of learning new skills not taught in any curriculum. Road-tested to perfection, every detail is a masterclass in the art of music.

VOCAL
ACOUSTIC BASS
ELECTRIC BASS
PERFORMANCE

In studio (local) or via Zoom. Private one-on-one lessons.
Book now. Limited availability.

Welcome to Lessons with Nicki Parrott. Please follow the instructions to add an event to my calendar. I look forward to our musical journey!

02/02/2024

Our "RooTube" channel has been updated! Please (re)visit us at: https://www.youtube.com//videos
and stay tuned for more great news coming soon!

27/01/2024

Come join us!
Feb 6, 2024 Gold Coast City Jazz Club
7pm
Located at Southport Bowls Club.

https://gccityjazzclub.com/?p=8307

31/12/2023

Happy New Year from Ooroo Records!

Please note, we've updated a few links for 2024.

Our Official RooTube channel has been changed due to circumstances beyond our control. Please consider subscribing to stay up to date on our latest content. Our new address is:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0rx62TJ21vpe9FC0NQMahg

Nicki's Arbors Records Collection is now curated in one convenient location:
https://arborsrecords.com/collections/the-nicki-parrott-collection
Please stop by and view all the great artists on Arbors Records.

And, Nicki's promotional image gallery is now in one convenient location and will be updated throughout the touring season. It can be found here:
https://ooroorecords.com/gallery/

Of course all this and more can be found on Nicki's website as we prepare for her new release on Arbors Records early next year.
https://nickiparrott.com/

Have a safe and healthy new year. See you on the road and thank you for your continued support of live and recorded music!

24/12/2023

https://www.facebook.com/julesmusicjungle

Jim Kelly has released a new track with Nicki on bass. However, due to some cockamamie Facebook restrictions linking to Soundcloud, you'll need to contact Jules at the address above to hear it. Please do! Enjoy your holiday!

ps. we will post the actual tune here when we get it sorted.

22/10/2023

Jazz at Thornbury presents
Afternoon Tea with Nicki Parrott and Dave Spicer
Sunday November 5.
Doors 2:30, band 3-5:30 (30-minute break for tea).
1 Thornbury Street Spring Hill. Street Parking Available.
For booking and inquiries contact [email protected]

26/09/2023

JMI LIVE!
An evening with Nicki Parrott and Dave Spicer
October 5 - 10 Exhibition St, Bowen Hills
https://www.jazz.qld.edu.au/2023/08/29/nicki-parrott-dave-spicer-05-10-23/

04/09/2023

Could this be an Arbors first?!

Introducing the A-Team (Australia) for Nicki Parrott's upcoming Arbors Records CD, Feelin' Groovy, aptly recorded in Byron Bay at Brooklet Recording with an all-Aussie cast and crew.

And they are (from left to right. Scratch that, we do things differently here, right to left... Jackson Somerville (engineer), Mark Smith (engineer), Todd Hardy (trumpet and flugelhorn, Martha Baartz (sax and flute), Dave Sanders (drums), Nicki Parrott (vocals and bass), Shane Hannan (trombone) and Steve Russell (piano and vintage Wurlitzer).

Stay tuned for more.

arborsrecords.com
What's on your playlist?

04/09/2023

Day 1 - Brooklet Recording, Byron. A great day with the trio, tracking the first four songs for the upcoming release, Feelin' Groovy on Arbors Records 2024.

Thanks to Mark Smith, Jackson Somerville and Nick DiDia for the capture and of course, Rachel Domber for the opportunity!
Can't wait to share this music (and this band) with you. Here's a teaser submitted for your listening pleasure...

I’ll Be Your Baby Tonight. Bob Dylan 1967

Nicki Parrott - bass/vocals
Steve Russell - Piano
Dave Sanders - drums and percussion

arborsrecords.com
What's on your playlist?
Preserving the classic styles of jazz for over 30 years.

30/08/2023

Looking forward to my upcoming release, Nicki Parrott - Feelin' Groovy on Arbors Records 2024. THANK YOU Rachel from the band as they start their rehearsal here in Australia!
Look for the CD release in early 2024 and stay tuned for updates from the studio sessions.

Nicki Parrott - bass/vocals
Steve Russel - Piano
Dave Sanders - drums and percussion
Martha Baartz - sax and flute
Todd Hardy - trumpet and flugelhorn
Shane Hannan - trombone

Produced by Brian Wittman
Arrangements: Nicki Parrott
Addition arrangements by Andrew Robertson

28/08/2023

SUNDAY, September 17 - 6PM
Join Nicki with The Dan Barnett Big Band at Art Gallery NSW.

The star studded 14 piece Dan Barnett Big Band will be showing off their fabulous ensemble playing and magical soloists. The night will feature music from Ella Fitzgerald, Blossom Dearie, Louis Armstrong, Sarah Vaughan and many more jazz greats.

Tickets are going fast. Hope to see you there!

https://tickets.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/events/01880ead-00ba-15d5-4d25-2f7baf47849c?tg=01880ead-00bf-b841-1356-80aab40c1c91

26/08/2023

Back in town. Newcastle Jazz.

17/06/2023

June 24 - Beechmont!

Parrott: Baartz Project at The Hall on Graceleigh
Doors 6:30/Show 7:30

https://canungratimes.com.au/jazz-lovers-dont-miss-nicki-parrott-in-concert/?fbclid=IwAR0v4VUuXa7j77rnwEdMHFzGYinY23_XoEpIoN7D2Ty8P0G2xB7MNJ9Y50g_aem_th_Ae7fKfariEUfYikLdL90nA4A4sqaYuSv5YSPHx8osrG8DmJdcAFCmjq2_6acw14u7tc&mibextid=Zxz2cZ