31/08/2026
Upstairs Unplugged is back this weekend!!!!
🌟Oren Dashti - Melodies Reimagined: A Solo Piano Experience🌟
Music has a unique way of connecting us across generations. In this special solo performance, pianist Oren Dashti invites you to experience iconic pop classics in a completely new light. Drawing from a rich palette of classical technique and jazz reharmonization, Oren delivers a soothing yet intellectually stimulating performance.
The repertoire spans decades, weaving together the nostalgia of The American songbook, The Beatles and Paul Simon with the contemporary brilliance of Bruno Mars and Radiohead. Between songs, you’ll hear the “why” and “how” behind each arrangement, creating a comfortable, conversational atmosphere. Open to all ages, this concert promises a peaceful space to relax, reflect, and appreciate the timeless art of a great song.
About the artist
Oren Dashti is an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and arranger whose musical footprint spans over two decades across Asia. Known for his profound versatility and evocative performances, Oren’s artistry bridges the gap between structured composition and absolute improvisational freedom.
Believing deeply in the healing, unifying power of music, Oren creates a warm, welcoming space for listeners of all ages and backgrounds, inviting them to share in a deeply personal and transformative sonic journey.
📆 5th September 2026
🕥 Doors, 3:30pm Show, 4pm
🎟 https://www.ellingtonjazz.com.au/.../upstairs-unplugged.../
Tickets include access to our wonderful grazing table 🍇
Performance will run for 60 minutes with no interval
Upstairs at the Ellington is only accessible via the stairs
