Friends of Ritsuko, the South Australian jazz pianist who lost her battle with cancer in May this year, held a tribute concert to this much loved musician on August 12th, 2007.

It was Ritusko’s wish, had she beaten the cancer and survived, to support other musicians in similar circumstances through supporting Support Act Limited, and “Jazz & Jamm – A Tribute to Ritsuko” was organized as a fundraiser by a group of South Australia’s top jazz bands and musicians for this special music industry charity designed to assist music industry participants who have fallen on hard times or are in need of assistance.

The stellar line up included performances by: Deanna Djuric Trio, Trace Canini, The Marmalade Trio, Dave McEvoy Trio and Etype. The highlight being a jam session led by Bruce Hancock, with a little help from Ritusko’s friends: Damien Eldridge; George Grifsas; Chris Soole; Peter Raidel; Laine Jamieson; Frank Fragomeni; Luke Thompson; Liz Chehade; and James Sked.

It was a wonderful event and the organizers were very pleased to present Support Act with a cheque for $6,057.

Congratulations to everyone concerned.