Cooper Branch chamber concert series

With the dual aims of supporting our local arts scene and raising branch funds, the Cooper branch is hosting a series of chamber concerts.

We are honour to present:

East of West

ARIA-nominated trio East of West’s music draws from the rich cultural melting pot of the Balkan and Mediterranean regions, spicing it with a hint of contemporary European jazz. Comprising Bosnian-born composer Goran Gajić on double bass, Philip Griffin on oud and laouto, and Malindi Morris on percussion, East of West explores the borderlands between genres through their intricate compositions and improvisations.

East of West weaves connections between people and place - between the interior spaces we inhabit when journeying in our imagination and the external world of connections we share with the people and places around us. Born in Bosnia, New Zealand and England, this trio of well-travelled musicians weave music that connects with the hearts and minds of the audience in a contemplative yet dynamic performance. Touching on many genres but deeply in tune with its own sound, East of West questions boundaries and borders, reaching across them to touch the minds and hearts of listeners.

Praise for East of West:

“The splendid interactions between the musicians here suggest an affinity with the best traditions of European jazz."
THE AUSTRALIAN (Eric Myers) ★★★★

“Influences from the Balkans and Mediterranean meet jazz and contemporary classical.”
SONGLINES (Christina M. Bauer) ★★★★

"Fans of world fusion will certainly resonate with East of West’s musical intuition and ethnic sophistication..."
JAZZTRAIL, New York (Filipe Freitas)

All tickets include refreshments on the deck after the concert. Vegetarianc and vegan food available. Please contact the organiser with any other dietary requirements. Please notify the organiser of any mobility requirements.

Date: Sunday 11th Octover 2026, 3pm (Allow extra time for parking.)

Place: 134 Ashgrove Ave, Ashgrove

Enquiries: Chris 0419 724 574

Early booking is recommended, as tickets are limited.

Ticket pricing:

  • Standard $50
  • Artist support $65 (includes a donation to artists)
  • 'Molto' fundraiser $90 (includes an artist donation and a fundraiser boost)
  • Concession $35 (students and Commonwealth concession card holders ONLY, does not include Qld Seniors cards)

If you wish to pay by Direct Deposit, please email your name, phone contact, email address and postal code to
cooper@qld.greens.org.au to book your ticket.

Event Details

Date & Time

Oct 11th, 2026 03:00 PM through to
Oct 11th, 2026 05:00 PM

Location

134 Ashgrove Avenue Ashgrove
BRISBANE Queensland 4060
 

Contact

Phone:
0419 724 574
Email:
cooper@qld.greens.org.au
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