Sunday night @ the Globe: Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective - Feb. 15

Lewis Kilvington, Martin Chung (guitars); James Munroe (double bass); Derek Magee (violin); Christine Pinkard (clarinet) 

The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective come from across Yorkshire, but had not played north of the Tees previously, although hopefully they'll be back. They do exactly what it says on the tin! Gypsy jazz bands tend to call themselves Hot Club de Somewhere, and although this band bucked that trend, they were certainly hot last night, swinging like crazy from the first note. 

They feature a typical gypsy jazz line up of guitars, violin and bass, with the addition of clarinet. Diango made some of his best post war recordings featuring clarinet, and Christine demonstrated a fine feel for the style of music, with some great solos, and an occasional tasteful clarinet growl.

All of the band are fine musicians, with both guitarists playing some lightning fast Django style solos, and Martin playing beautifully on the two ballads in the set. Derek added some subtle violin, and James was rock solid on the bass. They were enthusiastically received by the audience at the Globe, with a set that featured a range of well executed gypsy jazz standards. Ian Hodgson

Tchavolo Swing; Dinah; Swing 48; For Sephora, Swing 85; All of Me; Danse Norwegian; Blue Drag; Minor Swing; Swing 42; After You've Gone; Lulu Swing; Bossa Dorado; Nuages; I've Found a New Baby; Joseph Joseph.