Episode 82: Zoe Hauptmann

2020-05-16

Zoe Hauptmann has become one of the most in demand bass players around with gigs like Missy Higgins, Ian Moss, Paul Kelly and Neil Finn, Justine Clarke, Elana Stone, Tim Minchin, Katie Noonan and many others.Growing up in a musical family on an apple orchid in Canberra, Zoe and her two brothers, Ben and James Hauptmann developed a deep love for the history and traditions of Jazz. Transfixed by their parent’s record collection, the Hauptmann’s were a ready-made trio with Zoe on bass, Ben and his guitar, and James on drums. As adults, the Hauptmann siblings have all enjoyed longstanding success as professional musicians and composers. As well as all the playing, the gigs etc, Zoe is also Creative/Artistic Director for SIMA, musical director for Australian Women in Music Awards, Artistic Programmer for Wangaratta Jazz Festival and founding member of Ettalong Jazz Festival. Zoe has always been passionate about addressing the gender imbalance in the music industry and still actively seeks to bring change. She also a mum to young children, a wife and avid surfer. How does she make it work? Ladies and gentleman, please giv...

Zoe Hauptmann has become one of the most in demand bass players around with gigs like Missy Higgins, Ian Moss, Paul Kelly and Neil Finn, Justine Clarke, Elana Stone, Tim Minchin, Katie Noonan and many others.
Growing up in a musical family on an apple orchid in Canberra, Zoe and her two brothers, Ben and James Hauptmann developed a deep love for the history and traditions of Jazz. Transfixed by their parent’s record collection, the Hauptmann’s were a ready-made trio with Zoe on bass, Ben and his guitar, and James on drums.

As adults, the Hauptmann siblings have all enjoyed longstanding success as professional musicians and composers.

As well as all the playing, the gigs etc, Zoe is also Creative/Artistic Director for SIMA, musical director for Australian Women in Music Awards, Artistic Programmer for Wangaratta Jazz Festival and founding member of Ettalong Jazz Festival.

Zoe has always been passionate about addressing the gender imbalance in the music industry and still actively seeks to bring change.

She also a mum to young children, a wife and avid surfer. How does she make it work?

Ladies and gentleman, please give it up for Zoe Hauptmann.

Episode recorded 30/04/2020.

Intro music: Bang Bang - Lanie Lane (Zoe on bass).

Outro music: Better Be Home Soon - Neil Finn & Paul Kelly Live (Zoe on bass).

You can find Zoe on her Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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