LET THE MUSIC UNFOLD
___________ 8. Origami IS SIMPLE. OR IS IT? Media coverage of festivals often gives emphasis to overseas drawcards, which is understandable given that these artists are not usually on the musical menu at Australian venues. But festivals are also an excellent opportunity for patrons to discover how much our local musicians — many with extensive overseas experience — have to offer. Saxophonist Adam Simmons’ trio … Continue reading LET THE MUSIC UNFOLD
HOMAGE TO A GREAT COMPOSER
___________ 7. sculthorpe’s work in safe hands These highlights chosen by Ausjazz blog — 12 great reasons for not missing the Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival — are not ranked in any order, but this is one concert I really do not want to miss. In 2009 I had the privilege to interview Peter Sculthorpe and Phil Slater before the performance of The Sculthorpe Songbook at … Continue reading HOMAGE TO A GREAT COMPOSER
IS JAZZ, IS OUD
___________ 6. THE TAWADROS BROTHERS IN A DIFFERENT LIGHT The hour of separation is fast approaching, when music lovers will leave the humdrum and mundane world of the daily grind behind and head to the Wangaratta Jazz and Blues Festival which opens on Friday, November 2. Ausjazz blog’s sixth festival highlight for 2012 is the Joseph Tawadros Jazz Project, featuring Egyptian-born oud player Joseph with his … Continue reading IS JAZZ, IS OUD