SNIPPETS: Royal Australian Navy Jazz band Melbourne Ensemble at Emerald Lake Park

The Royal Australian Navy Jazz band – Melbourne Ensemble will play a free concert at Emerald Lake Park, hosted by Cardinia Shire Council.

This rare opportunity includes a song written by a member of the band about visiting Emerald Lake Park.

The band features seven of the Royal Navy’s finest jazz musicians, including a rhythm section, trumpet, saxophone, trombone and vocalist.

The ensemble has entertained Prime Ministers and royalty.

“This is a great opportunity to appreciate music in a spectacular environment,” Ranges Ward Councillor Jeff Springfield said.

“I encourage residents to come along and enjoy the music by the lake.”

The concert will take place on 25 February, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

Emerald Lake Park is located at Emerald Lake Road in Emerald.

For more information visit the council’s website at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au