The final event
celebrating thirty years of the Ashington Jazz Club took place at the
refurbished Y.M.C.A. with a concert by the Strictly Smokin’ Big Band.
The Band played many
excellent arrangements throughout the evening and the building was definitely
"Rockin' in Rhythm". An excited company responded with rapturous
applause expressing their appreciation of this fine collection of north east
musicians. The downside of the evening was sadly the attendance which fell far
short of our expectations and gave us concerns. Having advertised and made
public the event through posters, local papers, radio and internet we were
unfortunately unable to draw in the number of customers which this venue and this
Band deserved.
Despite our
disappointment I would still recommend this venue as a suitable function room
for all types of gatherings.
The management and
staff’s preparation of the function room was excellent. We were delighted by their
attention to detail in the arrangement of tables and seating. With a well lit
stage and ambient lighting this was the perfect setting for this evening of
wonderful big band arrangements. The musicians were assembled comfortably on
the stage giving the audience a good view of all sections of the Band. We thank
the YMCA for their warm welcome and well thought out planning which contributed
to a successful evening. The acoustics and sound quality for the on stage
orchestra was as good as it gets.
The dedication of
the staff strengthens its attraction within this community and I highly
recommend the YMCA as a venue.
What more can be
said of the Smokin' Big Band? It is a well organised unit within which the
musicians and vocalists give an outstanding and professional performance whilst
keeping alive the enduring attraction of a big band. You will not be
disappointed.
Peter
S.
1 comment :
It was a fabulous, smokin' hot night indeed - the band on top form, classy vocals, plus excellent tight ensemble playing and brilliant flights of solo expertise from all sections of the orchestra. I second Peter's comments above about the venue. Even the wine was perfectly chilled! A
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