Gavin
Lee (Soprano Sax.), Don Fairley Trombone. Dan
McKeown (Banjo), Phil Smith (Bass), Steve Doyle (Drums).
The
Club has introduced to the members a variety of Jazz Styles and the
June meeting was no exception as the Gavin Lee Dixie Band were
welcomed onto our stage. An unusual front line of Soprano Sax
and
Trombone
and the efficient rhythm section behind created a pleasing
combination and a first for the Club. The audience shared a
delightful evening with this fine blend of musicians. The Sax and
Trombone in tandem creating a very swinging blend of improvised Jazz
within the selections over 2 sets. The backroom boys,
always
in evidence and supporting with subtle teamwork gave the audience a
wonderful evening throughout the twenty melodies delivered with
style.
This
is a well balanced group who received well earned applause. Gavin
seemed surprised by our quiet responses but at AJC we have always
been a good listening audience applauding in the right places and
appreciating the time and effort these minstrels give to their chosen
music. We look forward to a return visit in the future if that
is possible. We had a great evening and went home happy and I'm sure
the band felt the same.
Peter
S.
P.S.
Our leader John Taylor (Far right of picture) joined the Band on the first number. Was not
too sure of the title but referred to it as "Busking the
Blues"
Our
July meeting at the Elephant is on Wednesday July 3. will have as
guests The Bud Tones (2 Saxes, Bass, Drums and keyboard, and vocals
from Fiona, one of the saxophonists.)
Hope
you can be there.
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