KMQ hits the SIMA gig: Sound Lounge November 21
7 November 2009 at 7:17 pm | In gigs | Leave a CommentTags: jazz, Keijzer, McGuiness, SIMA, sydney
After an exhaustingly fun welcome to Australia with the Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra and Charles Tolliver, I’ve had the pleasure of getting in a couple hits with my old band-mate, Remco Keijzer. We stomped the Jazzgroove gig in Surry Hills last tuesday and pushed the Jazz Dungeon in Newcastle on Thursday. We’re doing one more show this year, at the Sydney Improvised Music Association’s venue The Sound Lounge, tucked in under the Seymour Theatre Centre.
It’s a special time, our first gigs since Keijzer’s Big Move to Oz. Although he still has to travel from Melbourne, there’s a relaxed element there now that wasn’t present before I feel. Also, the multi-talented Tom O’Halloran will be filling Matt McMahon’s giant shoes on the SIMA gig.
For more info on SIMA and our gig there head to the SIMA website, or phone the Seymour Centre Box Office on 02 9351 7940.
The Basement (Sydney) renegs on all-ages promise
5 November 2009 at 10:05 am | In gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: all ages, basement, jazz, sydney
Despite being a perfect candidate for all-ages gigs in Sydney, a city with a sever lack of performance venues catering for families and under-18s, the Basement has no fixed policy on under-age patrons. Under NSW liquor-licensing laws, The Basement is in a position to make it’s own policy regarding allowing under-age patrons, including restrictions on hours, and with what sort of guardians they may be allowed entry. I’ve been disappointed in the past that the Basement is not particularly open to the idea of all-ages entry to their gigs, but was excited to hear they had decided to make the Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra concert with Charles Tolliver on October 28th a special case, allowing minors for this occasion only with pro-visors; “Under 18’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult and under 15’s must be booked and seated at a table with a responsible adult.”
Unfortunately for everybody, either the Basement management had second thoughts or neglected to inform their staff of the conditions on October 28, because accompanied under-18s were turned away at the door on the night, or refused table bookings in the days before the concert. Embarrassing for the Orchestra, Jazzgroove and SIMA who all worked very hard to promote the concert, and a blow to attempts to encourage a little more concert-attendance by families and music students.
Mothership and Charles Tolliver Oct 28 at Basement is an ALL AGES SHOW!
12 October 2009 at 6:00 am | In All-Ages October 2009, gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: all ages, basement, big band, concert, jazz, kids, mothership, sydney, tolliver
STOP PRESS!!!
The Basement has graciously allowed under 18’s to attend the upcoming Mothership Orchestra/Charles Tolliver show on October 28 in Sydney. This is a rarity, as the basement has a strict “no minors” policy. To encourage them to continue allowing young music fans access to world class music, its important we support this initiative by making this night a huge success.
Mothership Orchestra meets Charles Tolliver (US) – presented by SIMA
Oct 28 – Sydney (ALL AGE SHOW), The Basement, 29 Reiby Place, Circular Quay, 9pm. Ph: (02) 9251 2797 for bookings. $35 / $25. click here to purchase tickets via moshtix
NB ALL AGE RULES. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult and under 15’s must be booked and seated at a table with a responsible adult.
About Charles Tolliver & The Orchestra
Tolliver is a groove-minded composer, given to blaring horn repetitions and tumbling rhythm-section vamps… he’s still got a sense of bravura command and that his instincts, especially as a bandleader, are as sharp as ever. Which raises the question: Why did he keep it so quiet for so long? (Vibe Magazine)
Former Downbeat Poll winner, Grammy nominee and a veteran performer with groundbreaking ensembles such as Art Blakey’s jazz messengers, Sonny Rollins, Roy Haynes, Andrew Hill, and the Horace Silver Group, Tolliver is also a highly respected and extremely inventive large ensemble composer who makes his Australian debut at the helm of the Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra.
Widely acknowledged as Australia’s leading jazz orchestra, The Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra features original music from Sydney’s most dynamic and creative large ensemble composers, and creative improvising talent all packaged into one exciting dynamic and highly original ensemble. Under the artistic directorship of David Theak, the orchestra has gone from strength to musical strength since its inception 2004 and it rapidly gaining an international reputation as a formidable jazz orchestra.
Mothership Orchestra Survey
if you have previously attended a mothership orchestra concert click on the link and fill out the following online survey to go into the draw for a 5 pack of mothership orchestra CD’s (including a mix of CD’s releases from the orchestra and musicians within the band)
click here to complete survey
http://www.myspace.com/mothershiporchestra
www.mothershiporchestra.com
Gigs For kids: Lah Lah’s Adventures
27 September 2009 at 8:10 pm | In gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: 2009, children, concert, enmore, harris, music, october, sydney
Lah Lah’s Adventures
7-18th October
The Enmore Theatre
More info and Booking
A dancing double bass, singing saxophone and an accordion that sneezes when he squeezes! Welcome to Lah-Lah – a fantastical new kid’s concert introducing children to the magical world of music. Lah-Lah announces Sydney shows for 7-18 October 2009, alongside an exciting new broadcast and event partnership with Nickelodeon. Featuring a variety of musical styles from pop, jazz and world music to a touch of Mozart, parents will be tapping and jiving to a whole new beat.
This show is in Proms format, children and adults up close and personal with the 5 piece band. Strictly limited seating available. Book early, tickets selling fast. Come and meet the characters after the show and touch and play the double bass, accordion, drums and saxophone. A truly memorable event for the whole family. From Wednesday 7th October through to Sunday 11th Wednesday 14th through to Sunday 18th but no show on the Friday 16th.
All-Ages: Sydney Opera House – Hugh Masekela
27 September 2009 at 12:40 am | In All-Ages October 2009, gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: all ages, concert, hugh masekela, opera house, sydney
Sydney Opera House – Hugh Masekela.
Tuesday 6 October
PRICES
Standard: $99 / $85 / ^$75
Concession: na / $68 / ^$60
With Special Guest Chris Gudu!
‘His songs are templates for punning, dancing improvisations of amazing energy. He sang with wild abandon; he sent trumpet lines plunging and soaring; he cajoled the audience’ The Telegraph, UK
Hugh Masekela is a living legend of South African jazz and African music. His multi-platinum selling recording career spans more then 50 years with an unsurpassed reputation for jubilant, irrepressibly energetic live performances. Melding soul, kwela (pennywhistle based street music), jazz, African township jive and afrobeat into a solid soulful whole, the genre-bending trumpeter-flugelhornist and vocalist’s music has become recognised worldwide as the sound of South Africa. Continue reading All-Ages: Sydney Opera House – Hugh Masekela…
All-Ages: Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra with Charles Tolliver
27 September 2009 at 12:32 am | In All-Ages October 2009, gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: 2009, all ages, charles tolliver, concert, jazz, mothership, october, orchestra, SIMA, sydney
Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra with Charles Tolliver
Wednesday 28 October 2009 8.30-11pm
venue: The Basement, 29 Reiby Place, Circular Quay – 9251 2797 tickets:$35/$25
One night only!
Tolliver is a groove-minded composer, given to blaring horn repetitions and tumbling rhythm-section vamps… he’s still got a sense of bravura command and that his instincts, especially as a bandleader, are as sharp as ever. Which raises the question: Why did he keep it so quiet for so long? (Vibe Magazine)
Widely acknowledged as one of Australia’s leading jazz orchestras, The Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra features original music from Sydney’s most dynamic and creative large ensemble composers, and improvising talent all packaged into one exciting dynamic and highly original ensemble. Under the directorship of David Theak, tonight’s performance sees the Orchestra collaborating with US jazz legend, trumpeter Charles Tolliver. Continue reading All-Ages: Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra with Charles Tolliver…
All-Ages: The catholics – CD Launch – Inter Vivos
27 September 2009 at 12:21 am | In All-Ages October 2009, gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: 2009, all ages, catholics, concert, james greening, lloyd swanton, october, Sandy Evans, SIMA, sydney
SIMA | live music programme | The catholics – CD Launch – Inter Vivos.
Saturday 24 October 2009 8.30-11pm
Lloyd Swanton (bass) Sandy Evans (saxophones) James Greening (trombone & pocket trumpet) Jonathan Pease (guitar) Bruce Reid (guitar) Toby Hall (drums) Fabian Hevia (percussion)
Despite having received great acclaim and numerous award nominations for their album releases, the mainstay of The catholics’ musical world throughout their 18-year history has always been their joyous live performances. Continue reading All-Ages: The catholics – CD Launch – Inter Vivos…
All-Ages: World According to James – CD Launch – Lingua Franca
27 September 2009 at 12:12 am | In All-Ages October 2009, gigs for kids | Leave a CommentTags: all ages, concert, music, SIMA, sydney
SIMA | live music programme | World According to James – CD Launch – Lingua Franca.
Saturday 10 October 2009 8.30-11pm
venue: The Sound Lounge tickets:$18/$14/$12 – book online
James Greening (trombone/pocket trumpet) Andrew Robson (alto sax) Lloyd Swanton (bass) Toby Hall (drums)
WATJ have been together for over a decade and features four of Australia’s finest improvising musicians with trombonist James Greening, alto saxophonist Andrew Robson, bassist Steve Elphick and drummer Toby Hall. Continue reading All-Ages: World According to James – CD Launch – Lingua Franca…
YouTube – The Final Celebration Tour – Pete Philly & Perquisite
26 September 2009 at 11:58 pm | In video links and posts | Leave a CommentBeen somewhat silent whilst OS, but now you can see for yourself what I’m doing over here. (apart from finishing my thesis, which is all said and done; a big relief).
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