Previous events

And we're back! Sandy Cove House Concert

Sandy Cove, 4 Sandy Cove Place, Redland Bay

And we are back! We're finally out of the Covid closet and starting with an intimate - and very different - event. Tonight will be a night of candles and classics for an intimate gathering of friends and others. Think Schumann, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and a handful of the neo-classicists, Einaudi and Yiruma. Something different to begin a new year and a new chapter.

'Show Off'

Redland Performing Arts Complex, Middle St., Cleveland, QLD

And I'm off to another gig for Redland's Creative Alliance, at the Redland Performing Arts Complex art wall, this year entitled 'Show Off'. I'll be doing my thing on keyboard, and I'll be joined by a line-up of other local performers. These gigs are always a good night...except this time I'll be a bit busier than usual...behind the keyboard...instead of enjoying the wine! Click the link above for more info about this annual event for art lovers.

Apr24

Requiem For A Lady; The Life And Art of Maz Thompson

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, QLD, Australia

Come along to share an afternoon of jazz and modern music amidst an art retrospective of Marilyn Thompson, local identity, teacher, and friend to many. Food and beverages are provided. Please feel free to join with us as we celebrate the life and art of this wonderful and much-loved lady. Rest in peace now Maz.

'My Horizon' exhibition

My Horizon Events, Runnymede Rd.,, Capalaba,, Qld.

Plus...look at the talent we have lined up for the evening... the exhibition is on until the 12th April, open during the week (not weekends), and there's a great cafe there too! Michael Mills Michael, who is a jazz musician of many years standing describes his improvisational style as musical painting. He says he particularly likes to play at art exhibition openings and has performed throughout Queensland at venues like Brisbane’s Custom House, the One Hundred Acre Bar, Sebel Hotels, Ocean View Winery, Topiaries at Beaumont House Resort, Phoenix Sculpture Garden and others. He has also released several CDs of his original music, including Who I Am, and The Heart Knows. PLUS!! Georgie Taylor Georgie Taylor is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Redlands Coast who writes and performs her original music. She is recognised by industry peers as an emerging artist, skilled in many areas of the arts, particularly songwriting and musical theatre. Georgie has just released her debut EP ’The Deep’. Bay Samba Formed in 2014, Bay Samba is a robust and raucous, Brazilian carnival/street drumming band of 10 drummers. They’ll delight you with the exciting 'Sounds of Carnival' street drumming!  Ruby Phoenix  Ruby Phoenix Tribe or RPT is a tribal fusion bellydance troupe who are a little eclectic, blending other dance styles in to the mix; a little Tahitian, Latin and Bollywood, just to keep things interesting. They'll dance to their own music and to the drums of Bay Samba.

Dec2

Windmill Pottery soiree

An Afternoon With The Artists, 756 Mt Cotton Rd.,, Sheldon, Qld.,

Calling all artists and creatives. Come along to a brilliant afternoon event at the Windmill Pottery. Listen to potters, photographers, sculptors, painters - and me! This is the first of a series of events for artists and creatives of all stripes to share life and laughs at this wonderful venue! Another event sponsored by the Redland's Creative Alliance.

Nov17

'Redlands Coast - Naturally Wonderful' exhibition

Redlands Museum, Smith St., Cleveland, Qld.

The annual Redlands Museum exhibition is here again, in the Dun Wing of the museum. This year's theme is the 'naturally wonderful' coast of the Redlands area, and will feature 2D and 3D works - all for sale. Check out the Redland's Creative Alliance website for more details - click here - including dates and times, or their Facebook site for more info about my performance here.

Oysters and Jazz

Tingira Boat Club

The annual Oysters and Jazz event at Tingira Boat Club promises to be a fantastic event this year with Michael heading up the lineup on jazz keyboard. Other great performances include Mama Juju and the Jam Tarts, Shapeshifter, and Nuages. Ferry times will be met by the boat club bus as usual. Mark the date in your diary as tickets to this annual event sell out quickly!

Theatre Restaurant Event

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, Qld.

The second of two theatre restaurant evenings with Michael doing what he does best - jazz piano! As well as great music and excellent food, tonight is also the last night to see award-winning comedy play, 'Give Way', performed but the MEGs players - an all-round great night of music and laughs! 

Theatre Restaurant Event

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, Qld.

The first of two theatre restaurant evenings! 

Infinite Earth Festival

Infinite Earth Festival, The Organic Market, Macleay Island

Michael will open this year's summer solstice festival at the Organic Market, joining a great lineup of musical acts including Mama Ju Ju and the Jam Tarts and Island Vibe!  The quarterly events at the Organic Market are always a huge hit, with plenty to see and do, and great food. Check out the Facebook link here.  

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

  They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

Figurative Exhibition - Gala Opening Night

Royal Queensland Art Society, RQAS Gallery, Petrie Tce.,, Brisbane

And we're back at RQAS for another solo gig of improvised piano. If you enjoy melodic neo-classical music in the style of Einaudi Ludovico and Tony O'Connor, then come along and experience two art forms at a free event for the exhibition opening (with the inimitable Francis Giacco judging). As for previous opening nights, this is likely to be a standing room only event with some stunning works on display. That's a sneak peek of one of Scott Breton's amazing works in the background!  

'Fly Me To The Moon' - open air concert

'Phoenix Sculpture Garden', Mt Nebo Rd.,, Mount Glorious, Queensland

Dr M - that's Dave Elston on guitar and Michael Mills on keyboard (with Rich - the 'r' in Dr M - absent from the trio today) performing some old and new favourites for lovers of jazz and blues.

Aug15

The Business of Murder!

Macleay Island Progress Hall

They're at it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group presents its latest production, based on an original script by Trish Cation. Michael Mills will provide the music for the event, accompanied on fantastic guitar by Dave Elston.

Aug14

The Business of Murder!

Macleay Island Progress Hall

They're at it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group presents its latest production, based on an original script by Trish Cation. Michael Mills will provide the music for the event, accompanied on fantastic guitar by Dave Elston.

Previous events

And we're back! Sandy Cove House Concert

Sandy Cove, 4 Sandy Cove Place, Redland Bay

And we are back! We're finally out of the Covid closet and starting with an intimate - and very different - event. Tonight will be a night of candles and classics for an intimate gathering of friends and others. Think Schumann, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and a handful of the neo-classicists, Einaudi and Yiruma. Something different to begin a new year and a new chapter.

'Show Off'

Redland Performing Arts Complex, Middle St., Cleveland, QLD

And I'm off to another gig for Redland's Creative Alliance, at the Redland Performing Arts Complex art wall, this year entitled 'Show Off'. I'll be doing my thing on keyboard, and I'll be joined by a line-up of other local performers. These gigs are always a good night...except this time I'll be a bit busier than usual...behind the keyboard...instead of enjoying the wine! Click the link above for more info about this annual event for art lovers.

Apr24

Requiem For A Lady; The Life And Art of Maz Thompson

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, QLD, Australia

Come along to share an afternoon of jazz and modern music amidst an art retrospective of Marilyn Thompson, local identity, teacher, and friend to many. Food and beverages are provided. Please feel free to join with us as we celebrate the life and art of this wonderful and much-loved lady. Rest in peace now Maz.

'My Horizon' exhibition

My Horizon Events, Runnymede Rd.,, Capalaba,, Qld.

Plus...look at the talent we have lined up for the evening... the exhibition is on until the 12th April, open during the week (not weekends), and there's a great cafe there too! Michael Mills Michael, who is a jazz musician of many years standing describes his improvisational style as musical painting. He says he particularly likes to play at art exhibition openings and has performed throughout Queensland at venues like Brisbane’s Custom House, the One Hundred Acre Bar, Sebel Hotels, Ocean View Winery, Topiaries at Beaumont House Resort, Phoenix Sculpture Garden and others. He has also released several CDs of his original music, including Who I Am, and The Heart Knows. PLUS!! Georgie Taylor Georgie Taylor is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Redlands Coast who writes and performs her original music. She is recognised by industry peers as an emerging artist, skilled in many areas of the arts, particularly songwriting and musical theatre. Georgie has just released her debut EP ’The Deep’. Bay Samba Formed in 2014, Bay Samba is a robust and raucous, Brazilian carnival/street drumming band of 10 drummers. They’ll delight you with the exciting 'Sounds of Carnival' street drumming!  Ruby Phoenix  Ruby Phoenix Tribe or RPT is a tribal fusion bellydance troupe who are a little eclectic, blending other dance styles in to the mix; a little Tahitian, Latin and Bollywood, just to keep things interesting. They'll dance to their own music and to the drums of Bay Samba.

Dec2

Windmill Pottery soiree

An Afternoon With The Artists, 756 Mt Cotton Rd.,, Sheldon, Qld.,

Calling all artists and creatives. Come along to a brilliant afternoon event at the Windmill Pottery. Listen to potters, photographers, sculptors, painters - and me! This is the first of a series of events for artists and creatives of all stripes to share life and laughs at this wonderful venue! Another event sponsored by the Redland's Creative Alliance.

Nov17

'Redlands Coast - Naturally Wonderful' exhibition

Redlands Museum, Smith St., Cleveland, Qld.

The annual Redlands Museum exhibition is here again, in the Dun Wing of the museum. This year's theme is the 'naturally wonderful' coast of the Redlands area, and will feature 2D and 3D works - all for sale. Check out the Redland's Creative Alliance website for more details - click here - including dates and times, or their Facebook site for more info about my performance here.

Oysters and Jazz

Tingira Boat Club

The annual Oysters and Jazz event at Tingira Boat Club promises to be a fantastic event this year with Michael heading up the lineup on jazz keyboard. Other great performances include Mama Juju and the Jam Tarts, Shapeshifter, and Nuages. Ferry times will be met by the boat club bus as usual. Mark the date in your diary as tickets to this annual event sell out quickly!

Theatre Restaurant Event

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, Qld.

The second of two theatre restaurant evenings with Michael doing what he does best - jazz piano! As well as great music and excellent food, tonight is also the last night to see award-winning comedy play, 'Give Way', performed but the MEGs players - an all-round great night of music and laughs! 

Theatre Restaurant Event

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce., Macleay Island, Qld.

The first of two theatre restaurant evenings! 

Infinite Earth Festival

Infinite Earth Festival, The Organic Market, Macleay Island

Michael will open this year's summer solstice festival at the Organic Market, joining a great lineup of musical acts including Mama Ju Ju and the Jam Tarts and Island Vibe!  The quarterly events at the Organic Market are always a huge hit, with plenty to see and do, and great food. Check out the Facebook link here.  

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

CABARET!

Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Terrace, Macleay Island, Queensland

  They’ve done it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group (MEGS) is raising the curtain and bringing down the house! MEGS is putting on a cabaret evening at the progress hall on Russell Terrace, Macleay Island. There’ll be some cool jazz and some dancing. There’ll be music and singing, including a few old favourites. And there’ll definitely be a little bit of naughtiness and a whole lot of laughs!  You’ll see a few island locals like you’ve never seen them before, and you might see an old movie icon bringing her personal brand of attitude. For tickets, contact Robin on 3409 4474, or leave a message for Andrea on 0437 222 626. Tickets will also be available at the door. 

Figurative Exhibition - Gala Opening Night

Royal Queensland Art Society, RQAS Gallery, Petrie Tce.,, Brisbane

And we're back at RQAS for another solo gig of improvised piano. If you enjoy melodic neo-classical music in the style of Einaudi Ludovico and Tony O'Connor, then come along and experience two art forms at a free event for the exhibition opening (with the inimitable Francis Giacco judging). As for previous opening nights, this is likely to be a standing room only event with some stunning works on display. That's a sneak peek of one of Scott Breton's amazing works in the background!  

'Fly Me To The Moon' - open air concert

'Phoenix Sculpture Garden', Mt Nebo Rd.,, Mount Glorious, Queensland

Dr M - that's Dave Elston on guitar and Michael Mills on keyboard (with Rich - the 'r' in Dr M - absent from the trio today) performing some old and new favourites for lovers of jazz and blues.

Aug15

The Business of Murder!

Macleay Island Progress Hall

They're at it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group presents its latest production, based on an original script by Trish Cation. Michael Mills will provide the music for the event, accompanied on fantastic guitar by Dave Elston.

Aug14

The Business of Murder!

Macleay Island Progress Hall

They're at it again! The Macleay Island Entertainment Group presents its latest production, based on an original script by Trish Cation. Michael Mills will provide the music for the event, accompanied on fantastic guitar by Dave Elston.