Jack Kirwan Memorial Bursary

Jack Kirwan Memorial Bursary

The Jack Kirwan Memorial Bursary is a financial contribution from the Claremont RSL and the Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music, coordinated by the Hobart Jazz Club Inc.

The recipient of this award is a student of the conservatorium whose work is measured by ability and enthusiasm. Enthusiasm includes what the nominee gives back to the jazz industry and/or education facility, for example helping other students at exam time or community work in the field of music. Ability includes his or her performance.

Winners:
2008 (inaugural) —Jim Varell (trumpet)
2009 — joint winners Steve Bumford (piano) and Nick Parish (guitar).

Jack Duffy Award

The Jack Duffy Award is a trophy presented by the Hobart Jazz Club in conjunction with the Musicians Union of Tasmania.

Jack Duffy (deceased) was a musician (piano/vibes/accordion) who, apart from being talented and jovial, loved to encourage the younger players with their music.

Nominees’ work is measured by ability and enthusiasm. Enthusiasm includes what the nominee gives back to the jazz industry.

Winners:
2003 (inaugural) – Randal Muir (piano/accordion)
2004 – James Maddock (sax)
2005 – Joint winners Matthew Ives (drums) and Cameron Scott (multi-instrumentalist and band leader)
2006 – Kelly Ottaway (piano/vibes)
2007 – Hayden Dare (trombone)
2008 – Alex Howroyd (sax/clarinet/flute/trumpet)
2009 – Nick Hart - (guitar)
2010 – Dan Sulzberger (piano)