Gavin Lee (Clarinet and Alto Saxophone), Phil Smith (Bass),
Jimmy Stix Robinson (Drums), Brian Chester (Keyboard).
(Review by Peter S.).
Gavin arrived on this occasion with a group of musicians
never seen at AJC within this combination. No soprano sax this time but
with clarinet and alto sax which he plays with style and perfection. Always
with him Phil Smith on bass and much to our surprise and delight Brian
Chester on keyboard and on his first encounter with the AJC Jimmy Stix
on drums.
This was an unexpected combination but the perfect unit to
perform Gavin's chosen programme for the evening. The selections were
refreshing as the group introduced many melodies never heard before and
not repeated popular requests that is often the format on these
evenings. Gavin introduced each in his own humorous dialect which needed
no translation here in Ashington. The dedicated trio behind gave
wonderful support to his skill on reeds and delivered a very
enjoyable invigorating recital throughout the evening. It is a pleasure
to be able to listen to these accomplished instrumentalists from our
region. We are so fortunate. Our audience loved every musical moment as
much as the group appeared to. They must be hiding some talent under
those hats and the members showed their pleasure in the accepted manner.
Feedback was very positive with expressions of delight and
thanks. "Ecstatic" was one comment from one of our critical
members, "wonderful" another , come back soon etc. What more can
be said? Thank you gentlemen.
Programme (but may not be in the played order).
At a Dixie Roadside Diner,
Alone in the Rain, After You, Broadway Rose, Dancing on the Stars, Every
Evening I Miss you, Fine and Dandy, I Close my Eyes, Moon Over Miami, My
Baby Just Cares for me, Mighty Blue, Madeleine, Susie, Seems Like Old
times, When Mabel Comes in the Room, What a Difference a Day Makes,
You're Driving me Crazy, and Transatlantic Lullaby."
NEXT MEETING - Wednesday December 4. at 8.00 p.m. (Early
Start)
Keith and Caroline with Gypsy Jazz.
Keith and Caroline with Gypsy Jazz.
We are always happy to see you there.
Peter S.
No comments :
Post a Comment