12th – Wee 4 – Megs Etherington’s Wee 3 plus daughter Zoe Lambeth on reeds.
REVIEWS:
Nick & Heather Anderson and Carole Mort: “A good collection of talented musicians playing in great harmony. Ever so brilliant.”
Maureen & John Carter: “A new, smaller group to us, but all four known to GJC, with Zoe from Beachcomber many years ago. Playing a historic tour through the trad jazz classics, they were very well received. Although only four in the band, they made up for that number by playing nine instruments between them.”
Malcolm, Gary Yvonne & Juliette: “A great evening of mainly gentle jazz by four very talented musicians. Great selection of tunes and good repartee with the audience. A nice change so please book ‘em again.”
Ann & Richard Wilson: “A talented four. Good having four and very smartly dressed. Bring ‘em back.”
Rob & Dawn Kemish: “With the excellent quality of music and the free entrance fee for members, it doesn’t matter how the seats are arranged.”
Lesley & Roger: “A very entertaining tour through the history of jazz by four talented musicians who were clearly enjoying themselves as much as the audience. Enjoyed their music. Their great rapport with the audience made for a good night. Hope to see them again soon.”
Jill, Gwyn & John: “A very pleasant evening. Good musicians and a great selection of tunes.”
Phil, Linda, Tony & John: “Very enjoyable, happy music. Good repertoire.”
26th – Paula Jackman’s Jazz Masters
REVIEWS:
Jan & Veronica: “What an excellent band. Brilliant musicians and very entertaining. Lovely. Please book ‘em again soon.”
John & Rita Porter: “Great band, great evening with first class vocals.”
Tim & Andrew: “Really enjoyable evening. Great variety of music pleasing everyone.”
Julia & Mark: “We always have a great evening but, wow, they were on fore tonight. So superb together: so committed and talented solos. All great tunes but favourite New Orleans Shuffle and Paula’s Hushabye and the best Caledonia and Georgia Brown we’ve heard. Stunning vocal performance of La Vie en Rose. The most fun we’ve seen on a trombone. Loved the mix of driving rhythms and melody wit fantastic piano. Commitment and energy like this is what keeps us coming back.”
Malcolm, Gary, Juliette & Yvonne: “Great entertainment from six superb musicians. Welcome to Dave Lallgee on trombone on his first visit to Gosport. Great energy and repertoire. Super fun evening.”
Jill Gwynne & John: “Brilliant evening right from the start. Particularly liked New Orleans Shuffle and enjoyed the trombonists lively performance.”
Roger & Lesley: “What a fabulous evening of jazz from Paula and the band. A wide variety of music played with energy & enthusiasm. They thoroughly deserved the title Masters of Jazz.”
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