Joanne Kee

Whether you're a certified hepcat or just like the idea of whiling away an evening with a saxophone soundtrack, your jazz music needs will be met at at least one of these venues around Sydney. We've put together a list of dedicated jazz clubs across the Harbour City, and rounded up a few bars and pubs that host weekly gigs. Read on for our pick of the ten best spots for live jazz in Sydney.Want more live music? These are the best bars and pubs in Sydney for live music. Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, things to do and travel inspo, straight to your inbox.

There was a well kept jazz secret called Colbourne Avenue in Glebe – a labour of love, where everyone volunteered their time so that the musicians could keep the door money. Sadly it closed, but due to popular audience demand the vibe lives on in the Annandale Creative Arts Centre. It’s BYO, and you’ll see well known, interstate, international and emerging musos play – but it very much depends on when you drop by. A place for serious listeners, Johnston Street Jazz is where you want to be on a Thursday night.