Auckland Jazz and Blues Club

Welcome to the home of jazz in Auckland

Birkenhead RSA, Recreation Drive, Birkenhead.

Please see EVENTS section for weekly concert details and GALLERY for weekly concert photos.

($10 members/$25 non-members - cash only - includes raffle draw for bottle of wine.)

Non-member contact registration required at time of entry.

Restaurant (downstairs) open 5 - 8.30pm. Full bar services.


The club was formed around 1992 to further the interests of jazz & blues music in Auckland.

The club has a membership of around 250 and has regular club nights every Tuesday evening at the Birkenhead RSA.

Concerts start at 7.30pm and finish at 9.30pm with a break at half time. Meals are available before the concert. Full bar service.

Ample off-street parking. Come early to secure your seating.

Each night features a different local or out of town band.. Sometimes an International star makes an appearance.

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THE IGGY NAMA RUCI QUARTET

  • Birkenhead RSA Recreation Drive Birkenhead, Auckland New Zealand (map)

The Iggy Nama Ruci Quartet.


Led by fiery saxophonist Iggy Nama Ruci, the Iggy Nama Ruci Quartet delivers powerful, boundary-pushing jazz.

Fresh off a tour through India and South Africa, Iggy brings a fresh perspective to his sound, drawing inspiration from legends like Eric Dolphy, Lennie Tristano, Cannonball Adderley, and Thelonious Monk.

The quartet features a lineup of standout musicians from Aotearoa’s vibrant jazz scene. On bass is Tyler Diprose, known for his deep musical intuition and a rich connection to his instrument. Max Crook anchors the group on drums with creative precision, laying down a solid yet fluid foundation. Rounding out the band is Michael Nash—a versatile and expressive pianist whose dynamic playing adds both fire and finesse.

Members $10 cash

Non-members $25 cash

No EFTPOS

Non-member contact registration required at time of entry.

Earlier Event: July 22
MIHO'S JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Later Event: August 12
DOWNBEAT BIG BAND