Jazz first arrived in Singapore in the early 1930s, but it was only in the late 1940s when it really took off. Inspired by the spirited jazz beats of New Orleans, musicians like Gerry Soliano and Lionel Buenaventura helped shape the jazz scene in Singapore. Now, you can catch an unforgettable show inspired by NOLA’s liveliest jazz spots at The Jazz Room in Singapore. Performed by a talented jazz band, timeless jazz hits sound between groovy improvisations inside a reimagining of a street-style bar from 1920s New Orleans.
What is The Jazz Room
The Jazz Room is a 60-minute celebration of jazz music that transports audiences to the smoky bars and lively streets of 1920s New Orleans. Featuring a curated setlist of timeless classics like “When The Saints Go Marching In”, “Ain’t Misbehavin” and “Georgia On My Mind” ,the show combines soulful vocal performances with spontaneous instrumental improvisations. The stage, illuminated by a vintage streetlamp, creates an intimate urban aesthetic where guests can soak in the rich sounds of jazz.
What’s on at The Jazz Room Singapore?
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Jazz first took shape in New Orleans, where African-American musicians drew on African rhythms, European harmonies, and Caribbean sounds. Blues traditions and ragtime heavily informed the style, and over time the music came to value syncopation, improvisation, and personal expression.
At The Jazz Room, the spirit of that history comes alive. The set might move from Louis Armstrong’s “On the Sunny Side of the Street” to the Preservation Hall Jazz Band’s “Georgia on My Mind”, blending familiar standards with unexpected improvisations. The room’s glow, its easygoing energy, and the comfort of a good drink create an atmosphere that feels close to New Orleans itself.
The Jazz Room: Tribute to The Blues
Blues took root in the Deep South during the 1860s, shaped by the struggles and resilience of African Americans after emancipation. The genre carries with it a powerful history, one that speaks to both hardship and endurance.
At The Jazz Room, the music is a tribute to that legacy. Songs like B.B. King’s “The Thrill is Gone” and T-Bone Walker’s “Stormy Monday” remind listeners of the emotional force that defines the blues, preserving its depth while bringing it vividly to life.
Every note shares a story at The Jazz Room in Singapore. On selected dates over the coming months, Ember & Oak Singapore will be opening its doors to this 60-minute jazz spectacle. Please note that seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in each zone and late entry is not permitted, so we recommend getting to the venue with some time to spare.