CD REVIEW Marc Hannaford piano, Scott Tinkler trumpet, Simon Barker drums 4 stars Jason Moran said of Marc Hannaford‘s album Sarcophile that, “It’s rewarding music that deserves all of the attention the music demands.” The key word in that sentence, for me, is “demands”. It could mean that the music grabs hold of our attention and insists on being heard or that the music must … Continue reading FACELESS DULLARD — HANNAFORD, TINKLER, BARKER
CD LAUNCH TOUR Origami is touring this month to support the release of two new CDs, Karaoke and The Usefulness of Art. The line-up: Adam Simmons alto sax and bass clarinet, Howard Cairns double bass, Hugh Harvey drums (Anthony Baker played drums on the albums) This tour and these two albums are a must not to miss, not only because of the music, but also … Continue reading BE ENFOLDED, BE UNFOLDED
PROTEST: Musos take their plight to Parliament The Melbourne Jazz Co-operative’s campaign to have its State Government funding restored for 2013 moves to the next stage at 10.30am on Wednesday 20 February, when protesters take this cause to Parliament. Those who love music and those who play for a living will be hoping that the Premier of Victoria, Ted Baillieu, will be prepared to face … Continue reading IT’S TIME BIG TED FACED THE MUSIC
