Mick Shoulder (guitar); Danny Lowndes-Smith (guitar); Henry Palfrey (guitar); Ray Winning (clarinet); Paul Grainger (double bass)
The lunchtime jazz sessions at Bishop Auckland Town Hall (BATH) resumed today. It had been quite some time since the last concert in the (Stan) Laurel Cafe. In common with every other venue, the pandemic put a stop to all activities. In addition, a lengthy refurbishment programme delayed matters further. To celebrate the resumption of jazz at BATH, Mick Shoulder's Swing Manouche took inspiration from Django Reinhardt.
As Swing Manouche opened with When Day is Done the quartet had become a quintet! Not only was Henry Palfrey making his debut with the band, it transpired this was rhythm guitarist Henry's first ever gig, anywhere! How nervous must the man have been?! During the one hour performance Mick introduced his band mates. Informing the audience that this was Henry's first time on a public stage the reaction couldn't have been more supportive as sustained applause rang around the room! Nuages, Djangology, Minor Swing, the familiar repertoire couldn't have been other than a help to the new man.
As the hour was almost up, Mick introduced the band one more time: Danny (an excellent Djangologist), Ray (a superb clarinetist), Paul (on top form), Henry (holding his own in hot company). And, of course, band leader Mick Shoulder. If this is to be Swing Manouche's settled line-up be sure to catch the band when you get the opportunity. And the band's next gig just happens to be tomorrow (Saturday) at Claypath Deli in Durham. It's a seven o'clock start, a tenner admission. Russell
Set list: When Day is Done; Anniversary Song; Nuages; Douce Ambiance; Mysterious; Djangology; Minor Swing; Troublant Bolero; Dark Eyes.
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