Lockie Bennett Trio

Notable New Zealand guitarist Lockie Bennett brings his trio to JMI for a single show, as part of a wider Australasian tour. Lockie will be joined by local legends Chris Evans & Elliott Parker. The trio will present a selection of songs made popular by the likes of Charlie Parker, Bud Powell and Tadd Dameron.

Lockie Bennett is a jazz guitarist based in Wellington, New Zealand, who specialises in bop-oriented music. Lockie is also regarded as one of New Zealand’s most in-demand straight-ahead jazz guitarists. Since graduating from the New Zealand School of Music in 2020, Lockie has played regularly as both a leader and a side man with some of New Zealand’s highest-regarded musicians.

"A rising star of New Zealand jazz, Bennett and his virtuosic trio combine stunning musicianship with graceful artistry. Jazz is in good hands with these remarkable young musicians." - Waiheke Jazz Festival

“The Young Wellington sensation Lockie Bennett is testimony to the quality of music that comes from years of study and practice“ - River City Press

The Band:

Lockie Bennett - guitar
Elliott Parker - bass
Chris Evans - drums

GIG DETAILS:
Friday 13th March 2026
$20 Entry (+GST & BF)
Doors open from 7:30pm
Music starts at 8pm
ALL AGES (people under 18 need to be accompanied by a guardian)
LICENSED BAR

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