All the way from South Wales, Dave and Sarah brought their Louis and Ella show to Saltburn Jazz Club, backed by a local rhythm section. A thoroughly entertaining evening, full of great musicianship from all those involved. Although the set list comprised, in the main, of items from the Great American Songbook, there were some nice arrangements and a couple of originals, though Dave admitted some of the sheets were from his big band (Tower of Gower), but this didn't faze the trio.
Sarah showed a wide range of vocals whilst Dave, not only sang and played keyboards, but also played Armstrong style trumpet, usually whilst accompanying himself on the keyboard. At one point he told us, "Tonight Matthew, I will be Oscar Peterson and Louis Armstrong", and he was as good as his word. Abbie and Keith did a fine job of providing the rhythm as well as taking some excellent solos.
Big thanks to the volunteers at Saltburn Arts who organise these monthly gigs. Ian Hodgson
Set list (partial): Stomping at the Savoy; Cheek to Cheek; My Funny Valentine; They Can’t Take That Away From me; I've Got my Love to Keep me Warm; Question of Love (an original); Tea for Two; Someone to Watch Over me; The Lady is a Tramp; Let's do it; Let's Call the Whole Thing Off; That Old Black Magic; What a Wonderful World.
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