I have been involved in many differing projects in the past and continue to develop new ideas and ensembles with my colleagues. This keeps the creative side of the music developing and changing as it should, and stops the onset of music stagnation. Often new projects are inspired by musicians I meet, travelling experiences and different forms of meditation, but the underlying aspect is about creating with people and being part of a community.

These are some of the projects I’m involved in at the moment, with a few more in the pipeline!

THE BAARTZ-FREEMAN SEXTET
Bringing together Lliam Freeman, Martha Baartz, Simon Star, David Beck, Stephen Grant, Nichaud Fitzgibbon and Monique Di Mattina. Throughout their time…
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SALTWATER SAX
This is a Saxophone quartet bringing together some of Melbournes finest saxophonists including Paul Williamson, Tony Hicks, Leo Dale and…
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ELISABETH LORD LEIGH JAMES AND MARTHA BAARTZ
This trio makes magic music…
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WORLD PARTY                                                                                                    This is a roving trio. Tuba, Drums and Alto Saxophone lplaying party music from all around the world…
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THE TRAVELLING TROUBADOURS
Presenting a compact and visually exciting performance for both primary and secondary schools with multiple instrumentation, cultural diversity and …
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Martha and Peter, recording for Beth Goerges second album
BETH GEORGE

Beth George breaths new life into the indie folk scene with her original and lyrical melodies, durgy soulful grooves and heartfelt expressive words. A relevant and must see songsmith with special guest Martha Baartz who appears on her album “Flying not Falling” and in performances on flute and saxophone