Professional vocalist, songwriter, recording artist, MC & event host

Emma Sidney - with blonde hair wearing a colourful floral dress and rainbow sandals, holding a microphone and performing on a stage with bright lights in the background.

“Inventive, Genuine, Beguiling, Captivating”

Emma Sidney is a dynamic performer, MC and facilitator of transformational events.

With an engaging presence as an MC, Emma keeps events running smoothly and guests entertained. Emma has also recently discovered a unique flair as a karaoke host, creating a fun and supportive atmosphere where everyone can shine, and the audience thoroughly enjoys every song.

Emma Sidney is a dynamic performer who excels across several musical fronts. She mesmerises with her three-octave range and a voice that glides effortlessly from sultry warmth to sparkling clarity. Her versatility is unmatched - Emma masterfully interprets jazz, Latin, blues, pop and RnB, infusing each performance with genuine emotion and technical finesse. Emma also brings joyful fun and makes every song her own.

A talented composer, Emma crafts original music with depth and flair. With every live or recording ensemble, Emma carefully selects her players, ensuring they shine alongside her and provide excellence to the audience.

Emma’s versatility, professionalism, and passion make her a standout talent for any occasion.

Events

May 23, 31

Karaoke hosted by Emma Sidney
The party never stops

@Pelicans Landing

1 Syme St, Williamstown VIC 3016

June 6-9

Urban Jazz
Jazz fusion par excellence

@Merimbula Jazz Festival
Merimbula, NSW

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June 13, 27 (other dates TBC)

Karaoke hosted by Emma Sidney
The party never stops

@Pelicans Landing

1 Syme St, Williamstown VIC 3016

June 15

The Urbans 3-6pm Sunday
Versatile, crowd-pleasing, energetic, timeless, unforgettable cover band.

@Stagshead Hotel

39 Cecil St, Williamstown VIC 3016

July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26

Karaoke hosted by Emma Sidney
The party never stops

@Pelicans Landing

1 Syme St, Williamstown VIC 3016

July 20

The Urbans 3-6pm Sunday
Versatile, crowd-pleasing, energetic, timeless, unforgettable cover band.

Stagshead Hotel

39 Cecil St, Williamstown VIC 3016

September 28

The Urbans 3-6pm Sunday
Versatile, crowd-pleasing, energetic, timeless, unforgettable cover band.

Stagshead Hotel

39 Cecil St, Williamstown VIC 3016

August 17

The Urbans 3-6pm Sunday
Versatile, crowd-pleasing, energetic, timeless, unforgettable cover band.

Stagshead Hotel

39 Cecil St, Williamstown VIC 3016

  • "Emma Sidney…is [about] joyous innovation. A jazz singer through and through, she soars when touching other idioms"

    Cherish - Leon Gettler - The Age

  • "She’s always been a thoughtful interpreter of lyrics; now she has attained that rare quality of ‘selling’ a song with utter genuineness."

    Cherish - Steve Robertson - PBS

  • "Sidney is inventive, and takes us on a journey to new and previously unexplored territory. And the originals … are full of joy, the sorts of pieces that make you want to get up and dance."

    Cherish review - Leon Gettler - The Age

  • "It’s a brave, innovative journey – intriguing to listen to – that leaves the listener wondering where they will be taken. "

    Bossa Eyes - Leon Gettler - The Age

  • "Emma’s own delicious “Catching The Wave” ought to be the theme music for a surf doco, it’s that good."

    Bossa Eyes - Steve Robertson - 3PBS

Book Emma

Urban Jazz - featuring our quartet with instruments, including guitar, drums, and saxophone, with Emma Sidney in a white dress standing in front of them, all smiling on a white background.

Urban Jazz

POA

Experience custom-made ensembles blending covers, originals, Latin, and jazz flavours, delivered by an exceptional live band.

Perfectly crafted to elevate your event with vibrant, soulful, and unforgettable musical performances.

The Urbans - our cover band featuring our quartet standing together against a black background, smiling. We are dressed to bring the party, with tropical and summer-themed shirts and dresses.

The Urbans

POA

The cover band that kicks ass!

Delivering high-energy performances and crowd-favourite hits from every era, we bring the party to life with killer musicianship, infectious stage presence, and a setlist guaranteed to get everyone on their feet.

Karaoke night - featuring five young people singing and dancing together at a karaoke night with colourful lights.

Karaoke

POA

Bring the ultimate karaoke experience to your event! Sing karaoke or with the original artist in the background so that everyone can shine.

Social, fun, and unforgettable, we guarantee your event will be the highlight of the year!

Find a time for a complimentary conversation today.

Music

Cherish - album cover by Emma Sidney and Rareearth - Emma has blonde hair, is wearing black clothing and jewellery, standing in front of a colourful graffiti wall somewhere in Melbourne CBD.

Cherish

$50

Bossa Eyes - the album cover features Emma Sidney with curly blonde hair, wearing a pink satin blouse, a colourful necklace, and black lace at the neckline. Taken at Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia.

Bossa Eyes

$50

Love Rhapsody - album cover featuring Emma Sidney with blonde hair and blue eyes, surrounded by red roses on a bed of white satin.

Love Rhapsody

$50

You can listen to Emma’s music on Spotify or iTunes, and buy CD’s or single tunes on Bandcamp.

For a limited-edition, signed CD sent directly to your door, please follow the link to our CD page.

Contact Emma to book a live band, MC or kara-ok.

We will respond ASAP.

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Follow Emma

Emma Sidney Music - on Facebook - Emma has short blonde hair, wearing a black dress and purple jewellery, lying back with arms behind her head, looking up with a relaxed expression.
Emma Sidney - on Instagram - Emma has blonde curly hair and blue eyes, smiling and looking up, wearing a gold jacket and jewellery, with boats and water of Docklands Melbourne in the background.
Emma Sidney - on YouTube - Emma has short blonde curly hair, blue eyes, and a bright smile, sitting outdoors by a black fence with a grassy background. She is wearing a pink top with white accents and a heart-shaped necklace.
Emma Sidney - on Bandcamp - Emma has short blonde hair, wearing a black dress and purple jewellery, looking upward while resting her arms behind her head.