Finding Balance Album Launch/Live Concert Recording - Alex Boot
I’m really excited to present and record my debut solo album, Finding Balance. This project draws on influences from modern jazz, hip-hop, fusion and cinematic soundscapes. The work will be performed by a six-piece jazz ensemble featuring Cameron Pearce, Nick Pitts, Sam McKay, Luke Belcher, and Cameron Finlay. The music shifts between energetic, groove-driven passages and more spacious and atmospheric moments.
As an audience member, you become part of the professional recording. The energy, interaction and spontaneity between the musicians and the audience being captured in the recording is what makes this a performance you cannot miss.
Event Details
The Piano - Phillip Carter Family Concert Hall
8th of November 2026
Doors 4:30 pm
Show 5 pm
Koha entry/supporter tickets available
The project is supported by The Piano’s Bronwyn Bijl Scholarship and the Ara Foundation.
About the Artist
My name is Alex Boot, and I’m a Christchurch-based saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist and composer currently completing a Bachelor of Music (Jazz Performance) at Ara Music Arts. My recent performance credits include the Symposium Big Band, Sambolero, Silver Locks, Caja Duo and Sandfly at Rhythm & Alps.
As a versatile reed player, I have worked across a range of recent theatre productions, including Ben McDonald’s Judy’s Encore, Showbiz Christchurch’s Jersey Boys and Enchanting Productions’ Sweet William.
