CD REVIEW 4 stars Listen/Hear Collective The hand-folded CD case is ingenious, but as the music unfolds it is clear this trio is thinking outside the box. For this outing of mostly his originals, Adam Simmons uncharacteristically limits himself to alto sax, taking obvious delight in its versatility. Howard Cairns, on bowed as well as plucked bass, and Anthony Baker on drums are equally moved … Continue reading ORIGAMI — THE BLUES OF JOY
CD REVIEW Kristin Berardi vocals; Aaron Flower guitar; Steven Barry piano; Brendan Clarke contrabass; Evan Mannell drums & cymbals; David Theak, Murray Jackson, Richard Maegraith, Matt Keegan, Nick Bowd saxophones, clarinet & flute; Simon Sweeney, Angus Gomm, Simon Ferenci, Andy Fiddes trumpets; Jeremy Borthwick, Dave Panichi, Lucian McGuiness, Justin Kearin trombones 4 stars IT is testimony to the talents of six arrangers, 17 Mothership musicians … Continue reading KRISTIN BERARDI MEETS THE JAZZGROOVE MOTHERSHIP ORCHESTRA
CD REVIEW Fran Swinn guitar, Tamara Murphy double bass, Ben Hendry drums 3 stars GUITARIST Fran Swinn knows about agility and fine balance, having composed for circus aerialist Rocky Stone at this year’s APRA Commission Concert for the Melbourne Jazz Fringe Festival. Every Dog is less risky, but delivers indie rock-influenced jazz with poise and skill. Ably backed by Tamara Murphy (double bass) and Ben … Continue reading EVERY DOG — FRAN SWINN TRIO
