Jackie Bornstein's Screen Song

Celebrating music from iconic television and movie soundtracks.

‘An enchanting vocalist and captivating storyteller.’ Australian Jazz

Jackie Bornstein is one of Melbourne’s most captivating jazz, chanson and bossa nova singers. Known for her rich tones and ability to get to the heart of a tune, Jackie’s performances champion music from across the globe, sharing timeless stories from diverse cultures.

Joined by flute player and rising star in the Australian jazz scene Yael Zamir, virtuosic guitarist Nathan Slater, world-class pianist Mark Fitzgibbon and bassist Philip Rex, one of Australia’s finest jazz musicians.

Their performance in Primrose Potter Salon celebrates music from across the globe from iconic television and movie soundtracks. Singing in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Yiddish and Portuguese, Jackie will perform a mix of swing, bossa nova, blues and deeply moving songs drawn from classic films and acclaimed tv series including Six Feet Under, The Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz, Schindler’s List and more.

From the swinging 'It’s a Good Day' to the haunting 'Oyfn Pripetshik', the program features diverse composers including Peggy Lee, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Maria Grever, Keren Ann, Luiz Bonfá, Bruno De Filippi and more.