Described by the Australian press as the "It Girl" of the Sydney jazz scene, Sally performs in and around Australia and internationally with her bands, consisting of the cream of the
Sydney,
Melbourne and
Brisbane jazz scenes, her core Sydney band comprising: Bill Risby (piano), Natalie Morrison (bass), Andrew Dickeson (drums), Ian Cooper (violin), James Muller (guitar) and Adrian Cunningham (sax).
Sally has released two albums to date. Her brand new album 'One Bite At The Cherry', and her debut album 'Little Evil Me' (released under the Newmarket Music label) continue to receive extensive airplay across jazz and blues radio stations Australia wide.
Born into a musical family, Sally has studied singing under some of Sydney’s jazz legends including Kerrie Biddell, Joy Yates and Steve Clisby.
Sally started out mastering classical piano from age 4 which she went on to teach for many years (having reached AMEB grade 8). Sally also studied drama, classical ballet, tap and character dancing for over a decade. During her youth she also appeared on various childrens’ television programs.
Sally performs with
big bands down to an intimate duo. Sally also regularly performs with and/or has appeared as guest artist alongside: Tom O’Halloran, Matt Baker, Gerard Masters, Matt Macmahon, John Harkins, Jeff Duff, Michael Bartolomei, Marc Hannaford (Melb), Barney Wakeford, Will Poskitt (Melb), Col Nolan, Ray Aldridge, Greg Coffin, Monique Lisiak, Jeff Duff, James Muller, James Sherlock (Bris), Hamish Stuart, Anthony Howe, Joe Marchisella (Bris), Cameron Reid, Blaine Whittaker, Mark Taylor, Craig Walters, Sam Anning (Melb), Brett Hirst, Dave Pudney, Alex Hewetson, Kevin Hailey, Ashley Turner, Gary Holgate, Mike Story (Melb), Owen Newcombe (Bris), Darcy Wright, Ed Gaston, Nielsen Gough, Ken James and Warwick Alder.
Sally's shows are jam-packed with saucy jazz, blues and latin songs straight from 'Naughty Land'. Sally is a sassy jazz chanteuse with a voice that's seductive and playful and she has been wowing audiences both in and around Australia and across the globe with her riotous performances. Think Peggy Lee, Eartha Kitt, with a touch of Marilyn and Blossom Dearie! Sally’s voice which has been described as “exquisite”, has the magic seduction of playtime and her rich and playful delivery lifts hearts and spirits as she moves effortlessly during her performances between swinging jazz standards, blues, latins and soulful ballads. ??
In essence, Sally Street puts the muse back into music and brings the razzle dazzle into the magical world of jazz.
(If you require any special songs for your function, Sally can usually accommodate your request given prior notice)
