Matt will play the hotel’s grand piano for hight tea 10:30am – 12:30pm and 2pm – 4pm. Come enjoy a variety of genres and Matt’s originals. Requests are always welcome. $85 per person. Bookings in advance are essential.

Led by pianist Matt Dennett (The Belco Jazz Band), the Matt Dennett Trio perform French music (Django Reinhardt, Edith Piaf), Brazilian Music (Carlos Jobim, Ernesto Nazareth) and Jazz standards repertoire, all of which inform Matt’s original compositions. Featuring bassist Muhamed Mehmedbasic (Sydney Symphony Orchestra dep) and drummer Stephen Richards (currently touring nationally with Run Like Hell), the trio is known for strong musical rapport, playful improvisation, and an engaging connection with audiences. Tickets: $20/$15

I am excited to join Chris Johnstone (Canberra’s Wes Montgomery) on organ in trio format for one of his last Canberra gigs before he leaves us for Melbourne. Chris is one of the few players who uses the thumb technique instead of a plectrum, which is exactly what Wes did. More than that, he is a dedicated and fun professional with whom I very much enjoy working. Join us for a night of organ trio at Molly.

Piano trio 𝄞 Matt Dennett – pianist/bandleader 𝄡 Stephen Barrett – drums 𝄢 Ben O’Loghlin – double bass 🎼 Bookings essential This was one of the first venues in Canberra where I performed. I am so glad to be back playing for Sam, Max and Riley. I will be joined by multi-instrumentalist and die-hard drummer Stephen Barrett who works with me in education and The Belco Jazz Band. The music is always fresh and energetic with Steve, and I feel completely relaxed playing alongside him. Joining us is the inimitable Ben O’Loghlin, longtime Canberra bassist and jazz jam host at...

A private event on the National Library’s Yamaha C7 grand piano in the foyer with Muhamed Mehmedbasic on double bass.

Book high tea between 11am-4pm and enjoy solo piano and a fine dining experience.