An upbeat acoustic singer-songwriter with a twist, Phisha uses "alternative percussive, fingerstyle" techniques with voice and stompbox, filling the room with sounds akin to a band.  

Influences include Newton Faulkner, Imogen Heap, Thomas Leeb, Dave Matthews Band, Coldplay, Ben Folds, Tommy Emmanuel, Yoav, One Republic, Patrick Watson, Lior and Motor Ace.

Friday, Sarah Maclaine @ The Grande

Making a welcome return is Sarah Maclaine, performing at The Grande with her trio.

MacLaine made quite an impact on her first visit, moving effortlessly from pop to jazz, blues to R&B, disco to Latin. Everything from The Beatles to Beyoncé, Ella Fitzgerald to Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson to Michael, er, Bublé. Maclaine is impressed the likes of George Harrison and Simon Le Bon, so hopefully she can make an impression on you.

Saturday, The Old Married Couple @ Blue Bean Cafe, Hepburn

Musicians Riley and Katie Beech are only in their 20s, but they’re already an Old Married Couple.

Vintage in style and sound, The Old Married Couple combine a witty songwriting style with a distinctive kazoo and entertaining swing-folk sound.

The indie-folk duo play retro-styled acoustic folk, singing stories of life and love from the perspective of young lovers.

Saturday, Wesley Green & The 45’s @ Horvat’s Supper Club

Wesley Green and The 45’s play funky, Hammond-driven jazz from the 1960s and 1970s.

Inspired by the sounds of Jimmy Smith, Lou Donaldson and Grant Green, this quartet delivers a  retro mix of boogaloo and funk sounds.

The band, which is based in central Victoria, features Justin Marshall on Hammond organ, Michael Timcke on saxophone, Matt Saunders on guitar and Tim Kingsley on drums.

Saturday, Tania Petrini and Vida Jazz @ Perfect Drop

Featuring Tania Petrini on vocals and Bruce Millar on double bass and classical guitar.  

Together, they create a dynamic, intimate and upbeat performance of classic standards, spanning many ages and genres.

Sunday, Backyard Boogie @ Old Hepburn Hotel

Backyard Boogie was created by local DJ Daniel Bayonas, whose intention is to provide “a relaxed, comfy environment for people to unwind in the sunshine with good people, quality electronic music, tasty food and awesome vibes”.