The Ben Cromie Quintet at Lyric's Underground

The Ben Cromie Quintet is a new jazz ensemble led by Perth-based drummer and composer Ben Cromie, bringing together some of Perth’s greatest emerging jazz artists. Drawing on Ben’s love of percussion and Cuban rhythms, the quintet explores the intersection of Jazz, Latin Jazz, funk and groove through original compositions, jazz standards and selections from Ben’s debut EP, Miles Between. Come down for fun night of music and check out what this group is all about.  Ben Cromie is a Perth-based drummer and percussionist known for his versatility across jazz, classical and contemporary styles. Currently in his fourth year of study at WAAPA, he has been performing with a number of WAAPA ensembles as well collaborating with a variety of groups with in the Perth music scene. In 2025, Ben completed a semester of study at the University of Miami, Frost School of Music, where he collaborated with a diverse range of musicians and recorded his debut EP, Miles Between. -- Venue mode for this show is GA1 GA1 = Unreserved mixed seating: Minimum 95% mixed low chairs & high stools GA2 = Unreserved limited mixed seating: Minimum 70% mixed low chairs & high stools GA3 = Standing mode: limited high tables and stools