Katherine Stone (vocal); Stu Collingwood (keys); Paul Grainger (bass); Steve Doyle (drums); Paul Gowland (tenor).(Review/Photo by Peter S.)
The appearance of Katherine Stone and her Quartet drew a good crowd including members old and new. Ms. Stone, not long back after a lengthy engagement on "the high seas", had managed to get together a unique group of exceptionally good musicians. Although there had been little time to discuss arrangements before taking to the stage the group blended together seamlessly. This has always amazed me, how do they achieve that? It just goes to show how accomplished these musicians are. Three of them were appearing at Ashington for the first time and they expressed their enjoyment through the music they produced.
We have witnessed our vocalist's ability and confidence growing and she was organised with electronic tablets for all of the band. She also has a comfortable audience relationship.
The vocal interpretations and instrumental improvisations were applauded by our enthusiastic audience and I'm sure band and singer knew our responses were genuine.
A sound selection of classic songbook material by this exceptionally good combo makes then highly recommended.
As the AJC continues to offer a variety of jazz may I remind you all of the the next two events:
Wednesday June 4 - Gavin Lee's Dixieland Group.
Wednesday July 2 - Djangologie.
Both at The Elephant, Ashington. 8pm.Peter S.
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