Sam Cooke

Martinborough, New Zealand

Performing on Thursday, 25th September, leading the Opening Night Jam

Sam Cooke: A guitar virtuoso, Sam has been immersed in music for most of his life and fell in love with Gypsy Jazz in 2008. A seasoned performer, educator, and Gypsy Jazz enthusiast, Sam has been a key tutor at New Zealand's Gypsy Jazz Workshops and a mainstay with Wellington's Hot Cafe. He has graced the Oz Manouche stage since 2013, participating in numerous jam sessions, and plays a guitar he crafted himself.

Please note: The musicians on the Riverdeck will perform acoustically, with the first set commencing after doors open until the Main Act of the evening commences its performance at 7.30 pm. Their second set will commence during the Main Act’s performance break from 8.30 to 9.00 pm.