Superbly indeed. You should kick yourself if you weren't there, because you missed a good night of jazz standards, some surprises, and sheer fun. You're not getting a full review because I was too busy enjoying the evening to write notes. See the previous item which lists the Indigos themselves, all very individual singers, and it would be unfair to single out anyone for special mention.
The engine room musicians (Alan, Paul and Rob - Law, Grainger and Walker) were on top form as you would expect, with memorable solos on piano from Alan. The guest musicians, David Gray (trombone) and Pete Tanton (trumpet) contributed greatly, sounding especially vampish on Why Don't You Do Right? Singer Paul Close became an instrumentalist also when he accompanied himself on jazz guitar.
And then there was the dancing! A couple seated at the front jived and capered wonderfully on some of the songs. During the song After Midnight (J J Cale), a surprise item in itself, lots of others joined the dancers, and a good time was had by all.
Enough said. You'll have another chance to go to an Indigo gig in October. Watch this space for details. Ann Alex
PS: If anyone who was there has any photos of the proceedings, please submit them to Lance at lanceliddle@gmail.com
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