June 2018 Newsletter

BALLARAT JAZZ CLUB JUNE 2018 NEWSLETTER

Ballarat Jazz Club Inc. No. A7121 P.O. Box 408 Ballarat, Vic., 3353

Newsletter Sponsored by Eclipse Ford www.ballaratjazzclub.weebly.com [email protected] President John Bunn 0408 542 455 Vice President Gerard Ballinger, Secretary Steve James Treasurer Andrew Vagg Newsletter Editor Marion NunnBookings Marion McHenry,

Band Coordinator Gerard Ballinger, Photos Cindy Turnbow

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REVIEW ...... GIG GUIDE ...... HISTORY HIT ......  JAZZ TRIVIA …………….. QUIZZ ...... WHATSINANAME ...... MEMBERS CONTRIBU- TION ...... CLUB NEWS…………….. FESTIVALS ......

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Post-World War II jazz was a great success when they played at the World Youth Festival After the end of World War II Australian jazz in Prague, Czechoslovakia, going on to tour began to diverge into two major Europe and finally basing themselves in strands: dixieland or 'traditional jazz' (early England where they are said to have exert- jazz) and modern styles like progres- ed a strong influence on the European tra- sive swing, boogie-woogie and bop as ex- ditional jazz revival of that era. On returning emplified by the music of Charlie Par- to Australia Graeme Bell's Jazz Band ker and Dizzy Gillespie. Graeme Bell was an worked successfully on the local club cir- important contributor to Melbourne's 1940s cuit, as well as recording and touring ex- traditional jazz boom and in 1947 his band tensively.

IF YOU HAVE TO ASK WHAT JAZZ IS, YOU’LL NEVER KNOW……...Louis Armstrong BAND REVIEW ………...Gerard Ballinger Ballarat High School 27th May 2018 – Ballarat Jazz Club Over the past five years, The Ballarat Jazz Club has supported the Ballarat High School, by providing an avenue, whereby students and teachers can present a jazz concert. On Sunday 27th, Bryn Hills MC and teacher, announced their presentation would be in honour of Geoff Herkes and thanked the club for their ongoing support. Bryn’s talent was reflected in the students performances and his own trombone playing. Once again, the students and teachers provided an outstanding afternoon of entertainment. The level of musicianship was very high throughout the afternoon, with several “special surprises” given. One in particular was from former student Josh Woods (on saxophone). Since graduating, Josh has gone on to achieve many great things and is now a well sought after musician. Josh relayed the story of how some of the money donated by the Ballarat Jazz Club while he was a student, enabled him to purchase his first saxophone. The current students, all presented some very good numbers. Paula Maki is a very talented student and is a very capable singer, as well as saxophone player. Members of the audience enjoyed her interpretation of the tune Moondance, as well as the duets she performed with Josh Woods. Another student, Peggy Hills, performed very well. She is also multi-talented, an excellent singer and trombone player. In her final year at high school, she presented very good vocal performances with Georgia and Bad Habits. Other excellent student performances included Peter Wynen with an excellent rendition of Django Reinhardt’s Gypsy Swing, Emily singing her VCE exam piece My Romance. Harry Phillips did a very good job in performing the Miles Davis tune Milestones. The special surprises kept coming. For the first time in the Ballarat Jazz Club’s history, the vibraphone was heard and played capably by teacher Al Lethlean. Al is an excellent drummer and provided solid rhythm throughout the afternoon. Former student and now teacher, Ashley Craven, presented powerful vocal performances, in particular with such tunes as Sky Fall (from the James Bond Film), Perhaps Perhaps, Perhaps and Who’s Lovin you. Ballarat High School are very privileged have Ashley as a member of staff. Other brilliant staff members and musicians were Damien Woods (piano) and Ian (double bass) and Simon Marcolo (trumpet). Students are in very capable hands with these three gentlemen, all outstanding musician and very likable individuals. The finale of the High School performance, was presented from another staff member Heather George. With a large backing ensemble, Heather presented a first class rendition of the classic tune Golden Wedding. Well done Ballarat High School, an extremely enjoyable afternoon of music presented, enjoyed by all. Review by Gerard Ballinger

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WHATS IN A NAME …………..TEN QUESTIONS

1. Where were you born? Baroowa, NSW

2. Is there something in particular that you remember of your childhood? There was always music in our home, my mother played alto sax, piano and organ, my sister played trumpet and my brother played drums. My father was a Methodist Minister.

3. What musical interests did you have if any? I loved horn’s and practised since I was seven on my broth- ers cornet.

4. Did you have a childhood ambition?. To play music and learn how to play the trumpet

5. What career paths did you eventually pursue? Jazz trumpeter, attended Sydney Conservatorium of Mu- sic and studied Jazz.

6. At what stage, did you become interested in jazz? When I was seven.

7. Do you play an instrument or do you wish you could play an instrument? I play trumpet, trombone and piano

8. Have you travelled? I have travelled all over the world but Australia is the place I love.

9. Who is your favourite musician (dead or alive)? I met many wonderful musicians in my life but meeting Don Burrows at The Sydney Conservatory was the highlight of my career ,as he became my mentor and my friend for life.t

10. What is your name? James Lloyd Morrison

Slipdixies We have just enjoyed a great afternoon with the talents of Dario Ogrin ( various reeds), Jamie Barling (trumpet / trombone), Alastair Carr (banjo / acoustic guitar ), Mark Zerafa ( (sousaphone) and the forever smil- ing Susy Hull ( washboard / vocals / mandolin ukulele) The afternoon started with St Louis Blues, Careless Love sung by Susy surprised me as few bands play the verse and at first I did not recognize the tune. I stopped counting after awhile , but the verse was played in many tunes. This is one of the things that stood out for me , that they had gone to the trouble to source the music to the verse. Susy , except for two instrumental tunes, sung Oh Daddy, Baby Won't You Come Home, Someday Sweetheart, Don't Fish in My Sea and many more. In the second set , out came the 1959 Banjo Ukulele with Susy singing Just a Closer Walk With thee. Another old tune Whispering , again with verse , this brought memories for me of my days with the Victorian Banjo Club, it was a tune I played often. Now I cannot write without mentioning Alastair who showed his talent in playing Avalon and later The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise . Jamie definitely showed his skills with playing with the trumpet in his right hand and the tr ombone in his left hand – very impressive – swapping bars with himself. Mark did what all souse players do – was there playing every note, Dario ,well what can I say, was there with his excellent clarinet and saxophone playing. The audience was encouraged to join in for a sing-a-long with You Are My Sunshine which, when I looked around, the majority where happily singing along. The last tune Alcoholic Blues ended a great afternoon. Dawn Houghton

JAZZ QUIZ …………………..

What guitarist backed up Ella Fitzgerald on her memorable “Cole Porter Songbook” recordings in 1956?

Answer… Barney Kessel

This Washington, guitar player made a lot of wonderful music with his bass playing brother Joe? Answer… Charlie Byrd

Which modern day African born guitarist is celebrated for his fusion of traditional west African music and modern jazz?

Answer… Lional “Tin Man” Louke

Which famous guitarist said” jazz isn’t dead, it just smells funny”?

Answer… Frank Zappa

A night out in the Big Smoke Jazz is hands down, the most hybrid form of music in the Maree and I had a couple of days in Melbourne early in May and we no- world. Drawing from ticed a referral to Birds Basement – a Jazz Club in the CBD. the largest number We booked seats on line with the help of the young receptionist at the Jazz Corner Hotel on the corner of Williams and Latrobe streets. The Hotel is at of influences, includ- the front and, of course, above the basement. We were surprised when we ing everything from heard that 86yera old Freddy Cole was playing – he is the young brother, African rhythms, to by 12 years, of Nat King Cole and the youngest of 4 boys. European Chamber The doors opened at 6pm to allow us to have a meal and the show com- Music to modern menced at 7.30pm with Freddy playing to an almost full house (probably day pop elements! 150 or so) and he did not stop until 9.15pm. He played piano and sung to Going by those most of the 18 tunes with many being his own work. He had a very raspy, three vastly differ- deep voice, much the same as Nat’s – oh, so mellow. His backing band was made up of Jay Sawyer who played the Drums in ent genres alone, it's perfect harmony with Freddy, Adam Moezinia who put on some fantastic quite apparent that Guitar solos (could almost hear it talking), and Mr. Cool-Cat himself, Elias there's truth to this Bailey who seemed to be having a full-on battle controlling his Bass – while fact! it was singing he was grinning like a Cheshire cat. Man, was he well and truly “in the groove”. We spoke with him after the show and he was just a lovely young man who loved his music and, of course, his bass. We had a sensational evening of food, wine and Jazz – what a wonderful way to enjoy a mild Autumn night in Melbourne!

John and Maree Bunn

IT’S NOT EXCLUSIVE, BUT INCLUSIVE, WHICH IS THE WHOLE SPIRIT OF JAZZ…………. Herbie Hancock

HOLIDAYS…………….Queensland listening to various local and visiting per- I have just spent some time in central formers playing, blues, jazz and rock. There Queensland in a lovely coastal town called was an open mike session which was so Yeppoon, what a magical place it is my 4th much fun and gave some non experienced trip there and a perfect place for retire- local talent a chance to perform. Pie Alley ment. On my most recent trip I had the Blues serves some great snacks and a range pleasure of coming across a new little mu- of beers, wine , coffee and fresh fruit sic spot set up in a very old bakery in the drinks. If you are ever up that way drop in town center, it is called Pie Ally Blues. I and you will be very pleasantly sur- spent a fantastic Sunday afternoon there prised. Marion Nunn

Sunday July 1st : TBA Sunday August 5th The Marketeers BOOKINGS: Noreen 0410466251 Susie: 52828330

Sunday 8th July: Next Jen—Warragul Country Club Saturday 14th July: Des Camm Jazz Band—Clayton RSL Bookings: Rhonda 98748870

July 8th Sunday 1.30pm to 4.30pm-GEORGIA BROOKS SEXTET August 12th Sunday 1.30pm to 4.30pm-HOT B HINES JAZZ BAND WERRIBEE JAZZ CLUB BOOKINGS: 0410302340

July 17th : The New Melbourne Jazz Band BOOKINGS: Jude 95582801 Harry 0422657634 PENINSULA JAZZ CLUB FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON GIGS RING HARRY 95802906

July 15th : Anita Harris and Friends PHILLIP ISLAND JAZZ CLUB August 19th :Debra La Velle & Friends BOOKINGS: Jill 0417416300

Sunday June 24th : New Night Owls Sunday 29th July: Creole Bells Revival Band BOOKINGS: Bruce 51743516

Williamstown Jazz/Swing Club Fourth Sunday of the month: 4pm – 7pm. $15 ENQUIRIES RE GIGS : 03 9397 1885 BOOKINGS: Joy 93976198 Karen 0431313616 FESTIVALS—CONVENTIONS

Newcastle Jazz Festival August 24-26 BALLARAT JAZZ CLUB Noosa Jazz Party (Qld) August 30—Sep 2 P O BOX 408 BALLARAT Murray Bridge Jazz Festival Oct 19-21 VIC .3350. Halls Gap Jazz & Blues Festival Oct 26-28