Agar Duo

 

Formed in 2008 after playing several sessions together, Chris Bevens and Daniel Mamrot have been features of the Melbourne Music and Corporate scene ever since. Covering a wide range of styles, including jazz, funk, pop, the duo aims to be both exciting and tasteful. Featuring tenor/soprano saxophone as well as electric/acoustic guitar and pedals, the group has built a reputation for sensitivity and creativity beyond convention.

 

Both musicians strive to break the traditional ‘straight up’ jazz duo stereotype, playing with electronic loops, sounds and modern textures. This gives the group a much broader dynamic to their music; their sound is full and warm. Both Daniel and Chris have worked tirelessly in the pursuit of a balanced ensemble playing and engaging repertoire.

 

Daniel and Chris play with the maturity and dexterity of performers of the highest calibre, spending large amounts of time on their craft. Stephen Magnusson, an Australian icon in his own right says, ‘the boys have a great relationship musically,’ a huge compliment for such a young and enthusiastic group.

 

The group has cast a wide range of observers and cliental including not only functions, gigs but combinative band ventures as well as auditions and recitals. This band is truly professional, adaptable and versatile, due largely to the musicianship of the two performers. Both young men are passionate and creative while being hard working. This group has a good sense of humour and adventure, making them the interesting band they have strived to be. 

 

 

The group over the last 6 months has been recording original and pre loved material, as well as gigging across Melbourne. As a part of the Melbourne Jazz Co-op, the duo has been playing such venues as Pause Bar in Balaclava and 303, High Street Northcote, along with several functions and weddings. While working on new material, the band has ‘freshened up’ yet again, adding to their already extensive repertoire. Be sure to contact the boys to see them live before your next function - check them out on myspace - mysapce.com/agarduomusic

 

 

Along with several weddings and smaller cocktail functions - small corporate engagements and dinner party's

 

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