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Bebop Spoken There

“Most trumpet players really like attention. I mean that they like to play high, they like to play fast…and they're the best dressers, usually.” - Ambrose Akinmusire (Jazzwise April 2011).

“I don't even remember learning to read music. I could always do it.” - Henry Lowther (Jazzwise July 2011).

Bebop Spoken There archives (From Greg Abate to Mike Zwerin!)

June 23 Ray Chester Tribute Concert.

As most of you already know, sadly, Ray passed away in January this year and as a mark of respect and celebration of his music, the band has agreed to perform one final concert with all proceeds going to St Benedict’s Hospice (Monkwearmouth). It is probably, most fitting that this “Tribute Concert” will be at the Customs House, South Shields where Ray has appeared every year since 2007. A memorable and emotional night truly awaits the band’s last captive audience. The event is being recorded and modestly priced copies can be ordered on the night. Tickets available from the Customs House – 0191 4541234 or www.customshouse.co.uk

More info from the Ray Chester website.

TODAY TUESDAY JUNE 18

TBA - Ernest, 1 Boyd St., Ouseburn, Newcastle NE2 1AP. 7:30pm.
Usually a top vocalist at trendy venue.
MAINE STREET JAZZMEN - West Jesmond British Legion Club, nr. West Jesmond Metro. 8:30pm. £3.
Great Dixieland.
BELL AND BUCKET QUARTET - Bell and Bucket, Norfolk St., North Shields. Free. 1pm.
New Orleans style with guests.

Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Preview - Alexander Stewart @ The Hideaway, Streatham.

Although the prime aim of Bebop Spoken Here is to focus on Jazz in the North East we do, nevertheless have a number of followers in other parts of the country - London in particular - and some of our bands do play gigs down there. AVC (see posting below) and Keith Stephen's Hot Club Trio being the most recent. So, when our 'Friends in the South' tell me about a gig, especially if it is a one I can relate to, then I try to mention it. whilst, at the same time pointing out that the LondonJazz blog is the definitive source for jazz in the capital. I first heard Alexander Stewart at the Spice of Life last year and I was absolutely knocked out by his singing. Alexander recently appeared at Ronnie's and you can check that gig out below. Also details of a forthcoming gig at a new venue in Streatham for those of you who are down that way.

Alexander Stewart - his debut at an exciting new jazz haunt south of the river, The Hideaway. Once again we are featuring saxophone star Nathaniel Facey with the group. Sunday 12 September, 9pm at Hideaway: 2 Empire Mews Stanthorpe Road Streatham London SW16 2ED, just behind Streatham High Road and only 1 minute from Streatham main line station. More information and directions here: http://www.hideawaylive.co.uk/node Did you miss Alexander at Ronnie Scott's? Have a look at some clips from that fantastic show below.

Waste of a Love Affair. Me and My Crazy Ideas. Just In Time.

At Hideaway, Stewart will perform with his pianist and musical director Alex Webb, acclaimed bassist Gary Crosby - recently made an OBE for services to jazz in the UK, Andy Chapman on drums and special guest Nathaniel Facey on alto sax.

Sounds good.

Lance

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Bebop Spoken Here -- Here, being the north-east of England -- centred in the blues heartland of Newcastle and reaching down to the Tees Delta and looking upwards to the Land of the Kilt.
Not a very original title, I know; not even an accurate one as my taste, whilst centred around the music of Bird and Diz, extends in many directions and I listen to everything from King Oliver to Chick Corea and beyond. Not forgetting the Great American Songbook the contents of which has provided the inspiration for much great jazz and quality popular singing for round about a century.
The idea of this blog is for you to share your thoughts and pass on your comments on discs, gigs, jazz - music in general. If you've been to a gig/concert or heard a CD that knocked you sideways please share your views with us. Tell us about your favourites, your memories, your dislikes.
Lance (Who wishes it to be known that he is not responsible for postings other than his own and that he's not always responsible for them.)
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