“Most trumpet players really like attention. I mean that they like to play high, they like to play fast…and they're the best dressers, usually.” -Ambrose Akinmusire (Jazzwise April 2011).
“I don't even remember learning to read music. I could always do it.” -Henry Lowther (Jazzwise July 2011).
As most of you already know, sadly, Ray passed away in January this year and as a mark of respect and celebration of his music, the band has agreed to perform one final concert with all proceeds going to St Benedict’s Hospice (Monkwearmouth). It is probably, most fitting that this “Tribute Concert” will be at the Customs House, South Shields where Ray has appeared every year since 2007. A memorable and emotional night truly awaits the band’s last captive audience. The event is being recorded and modestly priced copies can be ordered on the night. Tickets available from the Customs House – 0191 4541234 or www.customshouse.co.uk
I had a lovely chat with Sheila in London last week. It was wonderful that she remembered me, and she was 'very' interested in how Zoe and Andy are coming along as a duo. She introduced me to Julian Joseph.
About this blog - contact details. Bebop Spoken Here -- Here, being the north-east of England -- centred in the blues heartland of Newcastle and reaching down to the Tees Delta and looking upwards to the Land of the Kilt. Not a very original title, I know; not even an accurate one as my taste, whilst centred around the music of Bird and Diz, extends in many directions and I listen to everything from King Oliver to Chick Corea and beyond. Not forgetting the Great American Songbook the contents of which has provided the inspiration for much great jazz and quality popular singing for round about a century. The idea of this blog is for you to share your thoughts and pass on your comments on discs, gigs, jazz - music in general. If you've been to a gig/concert or heard a CD that knocked you sideways please share your views with us. Tell us about your favourites, your memories, your dislikes. Lance (Who wishes it to be known that he is not responsible for postings other than his own and that he's not always responsible for them.) Contact: lanceliddle@gmail.com I look forward to hearing from you.
I had a lovely chat with Sheila in London last week. It was wonderful that she remembered me, and she was 'very' interested in how Zoe and Andy are coming along as a duo.
ReplyDeleteShe introduced me to Julian Joseph.