Jane Hilson and Trio Grande @ Gilmore St Sessions

Trio Grande

Melbourne's own Trio Grande began in 2018 with Jane Hilson and Brian Fitzgerald moonlighting from a country band they were working in, to play a little of the rhythm and blues they both love. Then Chris Molnar came along and made them rootsier than ever. They emphasise the 'Grande' more than the 'Trio' and have been seen out as a four, five or six piece, so whether this four-piece version is bursting at the seams or shrunken in the wash is a little hard to tell. The important thing is their special take on a rich repertoire drawn from the diverse worlds of soul, blues, country and gospel music.

Jane Hilson brings a big voice and true respect to everything she sings. She is a fine and unique interpreter of the classics of roots music.

Chris Molnar, a blues singer and harmonica player of real depth who takes his inspiration from the Chicago and Memphis greats, has taken tips from Junior Wells and Brownie McGhee, and like them he works to entertain.

Brian Fitzgerald takes pride in keeping his guitar parts clear and true to genre, whether its a soul number, a deep blues or a country thumbpicking workout.

Bassist Mike St.Clair-Miller has been in the engine room of Melbourne's roots music scene long enough to be the stuff of legend. We are proud and lucky to have him on board.

About the venue

This is an outdoor COVID safe house concert only open to those who are fully vaccinated. Maximum audience numbers are 40 people.

Admission is by prepaid ticket only. There are no tickets for sale on the night of the show.

The stage is on the front lawn to the right of the pathway leading to the house with seating available on the lawn on the left of the pathway. Seating is also available on the verandah overlooking the lawn. There are outdoor toilet facilities.

What to bring

Please bring your seating with you - deck chair, beach chair or blanket. Please bring whatever it is you wish to drink or eat. There is no food or alcohol for sale at the venue.

Parking

There's very limited parking in Gilmore Street. Patrons are advised to park in Smiths's Beach Road and walk to Gilmore St. - approx 250 metres.