On 19 July 2026, the Sunshine Coast Jazz Club is excited to be bringing once again to the Sunshine Coast, Russell Bayne’s Session Band featuring Leena Salim. Leena Salim and the Session Band combine raw talent with polished expertise to create musical magic.
From classic Swing to modern Pop, their genre-bending versatility and infectious energy transforms any performance into a show-stopping spectacle.
Leena is a celebrated jazz vocalist whose soulful voice and captivating stage presence have made her a standout performer. Born in Singapore and now based in Brisbane, Leena’s career has seen her excel in musicals, television hosting, leading a popular comedy sitcom, and performing at prestigious cabarets across Asia. Her impressive achievements include being named the youngest award-winning comedy actress at the Asian Television Awards.
Leena’s music is deeply rooted in the timeless elegance of jazz, drawing inspiration from legends like Shirley Bassey and Diana Krall. With a passion for storytelling, her performances reflect powerful themes of resilience, hope, and self-expression. Whether performing locally or internationally, Leena Salim continues to enthral audiences with her unique sound and unforgettable presence.
The Session Band is a dynamic group of elite musicians who redefine live entertainment. With a seamless blend of Dixie, Swing, Modern Jazz, Latin, Rock, Pop and Country and more, they captivate audiences with their versatility, infectious energy, and world-class artistry.
The line-up includes:
- Peter Uppman – trumpet | vocals
- Russell Bayne - guitar | backing vocals
- Jo Bloomfield - piano | bass | backing vocals
- Pat Robbins - drums | vocals
Doors to the event will open at 12.00 (Noon) and the show starts at 13.00 at the Pelican Room, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 2 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach.
Ticket prices are: Members $22.50; Seniors $25.00; Non-members $27.50
Tickets must be booked and paid for in advance. You can do this by ONE of the following options:
- Online via the Club's website found at sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au, clicking on "Events", selecting and opening the event you wish to attend, and then clicking on "Book Ticket"
- By phone 0427 782 960 but ONLY Mon-Fri 9am–6pm
- By email suncoastjazz2@gmail.com
On 19 July 2026, the Sunshine Coast Jazz Club is excited to be bringing once again to the Sunshine Coast, Russell Bayne’s Session Band featuring Leena Salim. Leena Salim and the Session Band combine raw talent with polished expertise to create musical magic.
From classic Swing to modern Pop, their genre-bending versatility and infectious energy transforms any performance into a show-stopping spectacle.
Leena is a celebrated jazz vocalist whose soulful voice and captivating stage presence have made her a standout performer. Born in Singapore and now based in Brisbane, Leena’s career has seen her excel in musicals, television hosting, leading a popular comedy sitcom, and performing at prestigious cabarets across Asia. Her impressive achievements include being named the youngest award-winning comedy actress at the Asian Television Awards.
Leena’s music is deeply rooted in the timeless elegance of jazz, drawing inspiration from legends like Shirley Bassey and Diana Krall. With a passion for storytelling, her performances reflect powerful themes of resilience, hope, and self-expression. Whether performing locally or internationally, Leena Salim continues to enthral audiences with her unique sound and unforgettable presence.
The Session Band is a dynamic group of elite musicians who redefine live entertainment. With a seamless blend of Dixie, Swing, Modern Jazz, Latin, Rock, Pop and Country and more, they captivate audiences with their versatility, infectious energy, and world-class artistry.
The line-up includes:
- Peter Uppman – trumpet | vocals
- Russell Bayne - guitar | backing vocals
- Jo Bloomfield - piano | bass | backing vocals
- Pat Robbins - drums | vocals
Doors to the event will open at 12.00 (Noon) and the show starts at 13.00 at the Pelican Room, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 2 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach.
Ticket prices are: Members $22.50; Seniors $25.00; Non-members $27.50
Tickets must be booked and paid for in advance. You can do this by ONE of the following options:
- Online via the Club's website found at sunshinecoastjazzclub.net.au, clicking on "Events", selecting and opening the event you wish to attend, and then clicking on "Book Ticket"
- By phone 0427 782 960 but ONLY Mon-Fri 9am–6pm
- By email suncoastjazz2@gmail.com
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