The Strictly Smokin' Tiny Big Band provided an enjoyable 45 minutes built around mum to be Alice who sang a choice(ish) selection of standards.
The horns had their moments with Parnaby's solo on Sunny maybe just getting the nod in a photo finish.
Needless to say that Alice, seated throughout, was in good voice and I enjoyed Get Happy; Well Alright, Okay, You Win; Wonderwall; Never Gonna Give you Up; All the Things you Are; Sunny; Straighten up and Fly Right; Let's Do It and, oh yes, Summertime and Fever.
Mike Bowman on piano had a couple of pleasing choruses here and there and the rhythm section, even sans guitar, were solid. It was a good set. A 15 minute interval was announced but I couldn't make the second set. I've no doubt it was on a par with the first. I was pleased to note that the band's Crowdfunder appeal is getting there. It looks good.
Lance
2 comments :
Thoroughly enjoyed both sets the sound was very rich , clearly whoever mixed the feed did a great job . So pleased they are nearing their target . The only strange thing about the gig, and I am sure they must feel it , is that there is sadly no applause , whistling etc which they so thoroughly deserved.Thank you so much for a great performance.
What a good performance this was ! The (so-called 'tiny') Band were on form, and the sound (balance & quality) were spot on. This can still be viewed on their Website - well worth a listen : https://youtu.be/u8IjIOIvvQc?t=580 (starts at 9m45s)
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