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Nathan Lawson (guitar); James Birkett (guitar); Neil Harland (double bass)
The Black Bull, Monday evening. For once the weather played fair, perhaps tempting any waverers to head to Bridge Street, Blaydon. At eight o'clock Nathan Lawson took to the stage with former mentor James Birkett and bassist Neil Harland. For the jazz guitar buff there was only one place to be and that was right here at the Black Bull.
Just Friends opened the programme. How appropriate! The Black Bull's welcoming lounge accommodated a healthy turn out, there to listen to some fine guitar playing. Faces old and new (the latter an encouraging sign) were as one, listening intently to not one but two marvellous guitarists with the bonus of having Neil Harland on the gig. Jimmy Van Heusen's I Thought About You, Jobim's bossa classic Wave, choice material, Nathan, James and Neil at the top of their collective game. Dream a Little Dream of Me, How High the Moon, non-stop musical excellence.
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James' lifelong study of his chosen instrument has long-since placed him in the 'virtuoso' category, it's evident Nathan has embarked upon a similar lifelong mission. Two fine guitarists plus Neil Harland's superb bass playing made this an evening to remember.
Blaydon Jazz Club's next concert promotion features the great tenor saxophonist Lewis Watson. The date for your diary - Monday August 19 . Unmissable. Russell
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