S A S S A F R A S

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Doors 5 pm, Band at 6.30 pm

Duke of George presents

S A S S A F R A S

Formed in 2015, Sassafras combines toe-tapping swing, breakneck gypsy classics, wistful french ballads and re-worked jazz standards in a vibrant and engaging mix of acoustic music, all performed with the dazzling virtuosity and passion that is intrinsic to the gypsy jazz tradition.

Led by double bassist Pete Jeavons, the group performs in a range of different formats and was a regular feature on the WA live music scene for 8 years (2016-2023). However, the band has been on hiatus for the last few years having performed only a handful of shows since 2024.

That’s all set to change as Sassafras is very happy to announce it’s return to The Duke of George on Sunday November 15! This special show will feature Pete Jeavons (double bass/musical director) along side the supreme talents of Jessie Gordon (voice), Emily Gelineau (violin), Aaron Deacon and Michael Ellis (acoustic guitars). You can expect to hear music from composers such as Django Reinhardt, Edith Piaf, Cole Porter, Charles Trenet and Jacques Brel - and more.

Over the years, the band has delighted many audiences at The Duke of George, as well as other venues including The Ellington Jazz Club, Lyric’s Underground, Government House, and The Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre to name a few. Sassafras has also featured in a number of festivals including: The Jazz By The Bay Festival (2017, 2019), Perth International Jazz Festival (2017, 2018, 2022, 2025), Oz…